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{{Subregions of the Sanctuary Vale Infobox
{{Subregions of the Sanctuary Vale Infobox
|Name=Dural Hills
|Name=Dural Hills
|Image=[[File:Terrasil - Dural Hills 01.jpg|center|frameless]]
|Location=Southern [[Sanctuary Vale]] and foothills of [[Citadel Mountains]]
|Location=Southern [[Sanctuary Vale]] and foothills of [[Citadel Mountains]]
|Realm=[[Terasil]]
|Realm=[[Terasil]]
|Borders on=[[Kar-Thal]], Citadel Mountains, [[Murazkar Range]]
|Borders on=[[Kar-Thal]], Citadel Mountains, [[Murazkar Range]]
|Settlements=Reth-Val, Far-Tar, Mal-Kelai
|Settlements=Reth-Vareth, [[Mal-Kelai]]
}}
{{Subregions of the Sanctuary Vale Sections
|Introduction=The Dural Hills form a rugged upland subregion along the south-eastern edge of the Sanctuary Vale. Situated directly west of the Citadel Mountains and northwest of Kar-Thal, the hills mark the transitional zone between the high mountain slopes and the lower basins. The terrain consists of rolling stone terraces, shallow-cut gullies, and weathered outcrops that support sparse vegetation and limited habitation.
|Historical Significance=The hills have historically served as a staging and training area for initiates from Kar-Thal and nearby settlements. Though not the site of major conflicts or civic centers, their proximity to the capital has made them strategically important for logistical movement .
|Cultural Significance=While not heavily populated, the Dural Hills maintain cultural relevance as a borderland under the influence of Kar-Thal. Several small settlements practice farming and relay support for caravans bound for the deeper Vale.
|Settlements and Outposts=*[[Reth-Vareth]]: The main settlement of the area.
*Mal-Kelai: An outpost on the border of [[Telenkar Fold]] and a monitoring station for wildlife and travelers.
}}
}}
{{Subregions of the Sanctuary Vale Sections}}

Latest revision as of 19:02, 28 December 2025

Dural Hills
Image
LocationSouthern Sanctuary Vale and foothills of Citadel Mountains
RealmTerasil
Borders OnKar-Thal Citadel Mountains Murazkar Range
SettlementsReth-Vareth Mal-Kelai


Introduction

The Dural Hills form a rugged upland subregion along the south-eastern edge of the Sanctuary Vale. Situated directly west of the Citadel Mountains and northwest of Kar-Thal, the hills mark the transitional zone between the high mountain slopes and the lower basins. The terrain consists of rolling stone terraces, shallow-cut gullies, and weathered outcrops that support sparse vegetation and limited habitation.

Historical Significance

The hills have historically served as a staging and training area for initiates from Kar-Thal and nearby settlements. Though not the site of major conflicts or civic centers, their proximity to the capital has made them strategically important for logistical movement .

Cultural Significance

While not heavily populated, the Dural Hills maintain cultural relevance as a borderland under the influence of Kar-Thal. Several small settlements practice farming and relay support for caravans bound for the deeper Vale.

Settlements and Outposts

  • Reth-Vareth: The main settlement of the area.
  • Mal-Kelai: An outpost on the border of Telenkar Fold and a monitoring station for wildlife and travelers.