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The cities and towns of [[Terasil]] form the cultural and economic backbone of the realm, each shaped by the geography and history of the land. From the [[Orasian]] strongholds carved seamlessly into the mountains to the [[Minthari]]'s deep subterranean settlements, these locations serve as vital centers for trade, defense, and cultural heritage. The unique relationship between the people of Terasil and the land is reflected in the architecture, industry, and way of life in each settlement.
The cities and towns of [[Terasil]] form the cultural and economic backbone of the realm, each shaped by the geography and history of the land. From the [[Orasian]] strongholds carved seamlessly into the mountains to the [[Minthari]]'s deep subterranean settlements, these locations serve as vital centers for trade, defense, and cultural heritage. The unique relationship between the people of Terasil and the land is reflected in the architecture, industry, and way of life in each settlement.


== Orasian Settlements ==
== Orasian Settlements ==


=== Major Cities ===
=== Major Cities ===


==== Kar-Thal ("The Heart of Stone") ====
==== Kar-Thal ("The Heart of Stone") ====
*Location: Sanctuary Vale*
*Location: Sanctuary Vale*


Kar-Thal is the ancient and revered capital of the [[Orasians]], nestled deep within the [[Citadel Mountains]]. Built directly into the valley walls, it is a city of monumental stone architecture, with towering spires, vast plazas, and intricate carvings that depict the [[history of Terasil]]. It houses the Great Hall of [[Oras]], where the Council of Stone convenes, and the Gate of Origins, a sacred site believed to be the foundation of Terasil itself. 
==== Maf-Thal ("The Forge of the Vale") ====
*Location: East Sanctuary Vale*


==== Maf-Thal ("The Forge of the Vale") ====
==== Wadit-Thal ("The Emerald City") ====
*Location: East of Kar-Thal, Sanctuary Vale*
*Location: Emerald Valley*


A center of industry and craftsmanship, Maf-Thal is home to master stonemasons and smiths. Its vast quarries and forges provide the materials that sustain Terasil's fortresses, temples, and roads. The Forge of Echoes, located in the city’s heart, is said to enhance the sound of hammer strikes, strengthening both metal and resolve. 
==== Khur-Thal ("The Northern Bastion") ====
*Location: Northern border of Terasil*


==== Wadit-Thal ("The Emerald City") ====
==== Ruthar-Thal ("The Shield of the East") ====
*Location: Emerald Valley*
*Location: Eastern [[Citadel Mountains]]*


Wadit-Thal is a thriving cultural and trade hub where artisans, scholars, and merchants from across [[Adaris]] gather. Known for its emerald-inlaid buildings and open-air markets, the city blends the artistry of Orasians with influences from beyond Terasil. 
==== Vun-Thal ====
*Location: Edge of the [[Boundary Mountains]] and Saltmirror Basin*


==== Khur-Thal ("The Northern Bastion") ==== 
=== Towns ===
*Location: Northern border of Terasil* 


A formidable fortress city that watches over the highlands to the north. Built into the cliffs, its walls are engraved with the Tales of the North, recounting the history of generations who defended Terasil’s borders.   
* Djes-Val – A town of scholars and sages in Sanctuary Vale. 
* Deben-Val – A resilient frontier town in the Yalta Expanse. 
* Hek-Val – A salt-mining and stonecraft town near Deadstone Lake. 
* Men-Kal – A military watchpost on Terasil’s northern frontier. 
* Ank-Val – A builder’s town beside Men-Kal.
* Seh-Kal – The southernmost settlement, shaped by desert winds. 
* Lun-Kal – Northern stronghold of the elite Orasian Guard. 
* Sak-Kal – A fortified gateway to Emerald Valley. 
* Tesh-Val – Agricultural hub with terraced farms in Emerald Valley. 
* Dul-Karash – Mist-shrouded mountain town in the [[Khargaath Range]].   
* Varek-Tul – Trade crossroad in the northern Yalta Expanse.


==== Ruthar-Thal ("The Shield of the East") ==== 
=== Villages ===
*Location: Eastern Citadel Mountains, bordering the Yalta Expanse* 


Ruthar-Thal stands at the edge of Terasil, marking the transition from the mountains to the vast plains. It serves as both a trade hub and a defensive hold, ensuring safe passage for travelers moving between Terasil and the Yalta Expanse.   
* Aruth-Kel – A stonecutters’ village near the edge of the Citadel Range.
* Vel-Duran – Known for its mineral dye quarries and pigment artisans. 
* Jol-Vekh – A shepherding village built into a natural bowl. 
* Tashem-Kel – A quiet riverside village with shrines carved into canyon walls. 
* Khorun-Val – A cliffside sanctuary with spiritual significance. 
* Durak-Mesh – A caravan waystation rebuilt into permanent stone dwellings. 
* Vathrim-Del – A glacial valley hamlet that harvests ice-crystals. 
* Orek-Thesh – A reclusive village focused on stone harmonics.   
* Zal-Kirun – A coastal cliff village exposed to shifting winds.


Unnamed City on the edge of the [[Boundary Mountains]] and the Saltmirror Basin. Important hub for those going from [[Norvaskr]] to Soutehern Ceylndor   
=== Outposts ===


=== Towns ===  
* Zar-Khul – The last northern watchtower. 
* Mol-Tesh – A deep tunnel outpost guarding ancient subterranean paths. 
* Kel-Marad – A southern desert bastion.  


* Djes-Val – A town of scholars and sages, home to the Grand Archive. 
== Minthari Settlements ==
* Deben-Val – A resilient settlement on the edge of the Yalta Expanse, known for its water-harvesting techniques. 
* Hek-Val – A salt-mining town near Deadstone Lake, where Orasian stonework meets the harsh elements. 
* Men-Kal – A military outpost guarding Terasil’s northern frontier. 
* Ank-Val – A town of builders, known for its defensive architecture. 
* Seh-Kal – The southernmost settlement of Terasil, where the desert winds shape the stone. 
* Lun-Kal – A northern stronghold, home to the elite Northern Guard. 
* Sak-Kal – A strategic outpost overseeing the entrance to Emerald Valley. 
* Tesh-Val – An agricultural town in Emerald Valley, sustaining Terasil with its terrace farms. 
* Dul-Karash – A mist-covered settlement in the [[Khargaath Range]], known for its resonant stone chimes. 
* Varek-Tul – A crossroads town where the desert meets Terasil’s roads. 


=== Outposts ===
=== Major Cities ===


* Zar-Khul – The last watchtower before the northern highlands. 
==== Minthal ("The Forge Below") ====
* Mol-Tesh – A deep tunnel outpost monitoring the ancient stoneways. 
*Location: [[Minthal]] Valley, [[Anvil Range]]*
* Kel-Marad – A desert hold guarding the southern border. 


== Minthari Settlements ==
==== Ghur-Mazul ("The Molten Citadel") ====
*Location: Eastern Anvil Range*


=== Major Cities ===
==== Senthin ("The Echo Vault") ====
*Location: Southern [[Astralith Range]]*


==== [[Minthal]] ("The Forge Below") ==== 
=== Towns ===
*Location: [[Minthal Valley]], [[Anvil Range]]* 


The capital of the Minthari, Minthal is a subterranean metropolis built around the Heartforge, where the Minthari harness geothermal energy for crafting. The city’s glowing crystalline structures reflect the geomantic mastery of its people. 
==== Astralith Range ====


==== Minthzul ("The Molten Citadel") ====  
* Tharnok – A chasm town with obsidian forges.  
*Location: Eastern Anvil Range*   
* Velakar – Celestial observatory and spiritual enclave. 
* Osunvar – Subterranean lake-town with algae farming.  
* Drakathun – Tunnelway trade hub between Astralith and Anvil.


A fortress-city where molten stone flows through underground channels, fueling the forges of the Minthari. Its defensive spires serve as both ventilation shafts and watchtowers, ensuring the city's security. 
==== Anvil Range ====


'''Senthin'''  
* [[Minthara]] – Steam-powered mining town with thermal tunnels.  
* Minth-Val – Surface-linked trade station with Orasian ties. 
* Mintharun – Tunnel-maintenance hub for subterranean networks. 
* [[Minthek]] – High-range outpost overseeing winter passes.


Location: Astralith Range 
=== Villages ===


=== Towns ===
==== Anvil Range ====


==== [[Astralith Range]] ====  
* Minthzek – A crystal grove village cultivating rare geomantic seeds.  
* Minthrel – A fungus-farming community nestled in an obsidian dome. 
* Minthesul – A shrine-village built into an active faultline.


* Thanin– A town built into a vertical chasm, known for its obsidian forges.
==== Astralith Range ====
* Velakar – A stargazer’s enclave, where geomantic rituals align with celestial patterns. 
* Osunth– A subterranean lake-town that sustains the Astralith Range with its algae and moss farms.
* Mehin- Central Astralith town.


==== Anvil Range ====  
* Theskar – Cliffside hunting village with cavern perch towers.  
* Orvelin – A cave basin community harvesting pale fungus and glowmoss.


* [[Minthara]]- A hydrothermal town that harnesses steam vents for energy.
=== Outposts ===
* Minth-Val– A surface-adjacent trade settlement where Orasians and Minthari negotiate.
* Mintharun – An engineering town responsible for maintaining deep tunnel infrastructure.
* Minthek– A mountain-perched settlement controlling winter passage routes.


=== Villages ===
==== Anvil Range ====


* Molthari – A terraced underground farm, known for bioluminescent fungus cultivation.   
* Stone-Ward – Sentinel post guarding a southern tunnel breach. 
* Zarak-Nul – A silent shrine-village where geomancers meditate in complete stillness.   
* Veinwatch Hollow – Monitoring station for unstable crystal veins.   
* Vulnasir – A hunting village that safeguards subterranean migration paths.
* Thal-Ghur – An ancient volcanic gatepost sealed in ritual.   
* Helmroot – Military redoubt built into a collapsed fault chamber.


=== Outposts ===
==== Astralith Range ====


* Nurnak's Hold – A cliffside watchpoint overseeing the western Astralith.   
* Nurnak's Hold – Cliffside observation post overseeing the western range.   
* Shard-Vault – A research station storing unstable crystalline ores.
* Shard-Vault – Repository and containment vault for unstable minerals.
* Stone-Ward – A fortified checkpoint guarding access to the southern plains. 
 
* Veinwatch Hollow – An outpost monitoring volatile mineral shafts. 
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* Thal-Ghur – An abandoned sentry post guarding a collapsed volcanic tunnel.

Latest revision as of 03:41, 21 March 2025

The cities and towns of Terasil form the cultural and economic backbone of the realm, each shaped by the geography and history of the land. From the Orasian strongholds carved seamlessly into the mountains to the Minthari's deep subterranean settlements, these locations serve as vital centers for trade, defense, and cultural heritage. The unique relationship between the people of Terasil and the land is reflected in the architecture, industry, and way of life in each settlement.

Orasian Settlements

Major Cities

Kar-Thal ("The Heart of Stone")

  • Location: Sanctuary Vale*

Maf-Thal ("The Forge of the Vale")

  • Location: East Sanctuary Vale*

Wadit-Thal ("The Emerald City")

  • Location: Emerald Valley*

Khur-Thal ("The Northern Bastion")

  • Location: Northern border of Terasil*

Ruthar-Thal ("The Shield of the East")

Vun-Thal

Towns

  • Djes-Val – A town of scholars and sages in Sanctuary Vale.
  • Deben-Val – A resilient frontier town in the Yalta Expanse.
  • Hek-Val – A salt-mining and stonecraft town near Deadstone Lake.
  • Men-Kal – A military watchpost on Terasil’s northern frontier.
  • Ank-Val – A builder’s town beside Men-Kal.
  • Seh-Kal – The southernmost settlement, shaped by desert winds.
  • Lun-Kal – Northern stronghold of the elite Orasian Guard.
  • Sak-Kal – A fortified gateway to Emerald Valley.
  • Tesh-Val – Agricultural hub with terraced farms in Emerald Valley.
  • Dul-Karash – Mist-shrouded mountain town in the Khargaath Range.
  • Varek-Tul – Trade crossroad in the northern Yalta Expanse.

Villages

  • Aruth-Kel – A stonecutters’ village near the edge of the Citadel Range.
  • Vel-Duran – Known for its mineral dye quarries and pigment artisans.
  • Jol-Vekh – A shepherding village built into a natural bowl.
  • Tashem-Kel – A quiet riverside village with shrines carved into canyon walls.
  • Khorun-Val – A cliffside sanctuary with spiritual significance.
  • Durak-Mesh – A caravan waystation rebuilt into permanent stone dwellings.
  • Vathrim-Del – A glacial valley hamlet that harvests ice-crystals.
  • Orek-Thesh – A reclusive village focused on stone harmonics.
  • Zal-Kirun – A coastal cliff village exposed to shifting winds.

Outposts

  • Zar-Khul – The last northern watchtower.
  • Mol-Tesh – A deep tunnel outpost guarding ancient subterranean paths.
  • Kel-Marad – A southern desert bastion.

Minthari Settlements

Major Cities

Minthal ("The Forge Below")

Ghur-Mazul ("The Molten Citadel")

  • Location: Eastern Anvil Range*

Senthin ("The Echo Vault")

Towns

Astralith Range

  • Tharnok – A chasm town with obsidian forges.
  • Velakar – Celestial observatory and spiritual enclave.
  • Osunvar – Subterranean lake-town with algae farming.
  • Drakathun – Tunnelway trade hub between Astralith and Anvil.

Anvil Range

  • Minthara – Steam-powered mining town with thermal tunnels.
  • Minth-Val – Surface-linked trade station with Orasian ties.
  • Mintharun – Tunnel-maintenance hub for subterranean networks.
  • Minthek – High-range outpost overseeing winter passes.

Villages

Anvil Range

  • Minthzek – A crystal grove village cultivating rare geomantic seeds.
  • Minthrel – A fungus-farming community nestled in an obsidian dome.
  • Minthesul – A shrine-village built into an active faultline.

Astralith Range

  • Theskar – Cliffside hunting village with cavern perch towers.
  • Orvelin – A cave basin community harvesting pale fungus and glowmoss.

Outposts

Anvil Range

  • Stone-Ward – Sentinel post guarding a southern tunnel breach.
  • Veinwatch Hollow – Monitoring station for unstable crystal veins.
  • Thal-Ghur – An ancient volcanic gatepost sealed in ritual.
  • Helmroot – Military redoubt built into a collapsed fault chamber.

Astralith Range

  • Nurnak's Hold – Cliffside observation post overseeing the western range.
  • Shard-Vault – Repository and containment vault for unstable minerals.
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