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|Name=Sanctuary Vale | |Name=Sanctuary Vale | ||
|Image=[[File:Artwork_-_Sanctuary_Vale_02.jpg|center|frameless|A view of the Vale]] | |Image=[[File:Artwork_-_Sanctuary_Vale_02.jpg|center|frameless|A view of the Vale]] | ||
A view of the | {{center|A view of the [[Sora Basin]]}} | ||
|Location=Between the [[Citadel Mountains]] and the [[Khargaath | |Location=Between the [[Citadel Mountains]] and the [[Khargaath Mountains]] | ||
|Realm=[[Terasil]] | |Realm=[[Terasil]] | ||
|Borders on=Khargaath | |Borders on=Khargaath Mountains, Citadel Mountains | ||
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{{Regions of Terasil Sections | {{Regions of Terasil Sections | ||
|Introduction=Sanctuary Vale is a vast highland basin located in central [[Terasil]]. Positioned between the circular wall of the [[Citadel Mountains]] to the east and the jagged volcanic ridges of the [[Khargaath | |Introduction=Sanctuary Vale is a vast highland basin located in central [[Terasil]]. Positioned between the circular wall of the [[Citadel Mountains]] to the east and the jagged volcanic ridges of the [[Khargaath Mountains]] to the west, the vale is among the most culturally significant regions in Tersasil. It serves as the spiritual and ancestral heartland of the [[Duranthi]], containing their largest settlements. | ||
|History=During the [[Great Erosion]], Sanctuary Vale became a refuge for retreating populations of Orasians. | |History=During the [[Great Erosion]], Sanctuary Vale became a refuge for retreating populations of Orasians. | ||
Upon arrival of the ascendant spirits to [[Orethil]], the Spirit [[Varunel]], the spirit of memory and history, and [[Tehrum]], the spirit of mountains and stone, first rooted their domain in the Khargaath | Upon arrival of the ascendant spirits to [[Orethil]], the Spirit [[Varunel]], the spirit of memory and history, and [[Tehrum]], the spirit of mountains and stone, first rooted their domain in the Khargaath Mountains near modern [[Djes-Val]]. | ||
Sanctuary Vale played a defining role in the development of Duranthi culture. According to preserved records, the first permanent settlements arose here during the early days of The [[Great Migration]], shielded by the surrounding mountains. The vale’s defensibility enabled the Duranthi to thrive. | Sanctuary Vale played a defining role in the development of Duranthi culture. According to preserved records, the first permanent settlements arose here during the early days of The [[Great Migration]], shielded by the surrounding mountains. The vale’s defensibility enabled the Duranthi to thrive. | ||
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* [[Tarsuun Pass]] — The primary overland route into the vale from the west. | * [[Tarsuun Pass]] — The primary overland route into the vale from the west. | ||
* The Fractured Wedge — A northeastern corridor of unstable terrain, largely avoided on the surface, but tunneled beneath by Deep Road arteries linking the vale to the [[Astrathal | * The Fractured Wedge — A northeastern corridor of unstable terrain, largely avoided on the surface, but tunneled beneath by Deep Road arteries linking the vale to the [[Astrathal Mountains]] in [[Minthal]]. | ||
|Bibliography=<noautolinks>{{BibliographyEntry|Category=history|Title=Our Sanctuary: A Duranthi History}} by Jek-Karun | |Bibliography=<noautolinks>{{BibliographyEntry|Category=history|Title=Our Sanctuary: A Duranthi History}} by Jek-Karun | ||
</noautolinks> | </noautolinks> | ||
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* [[Tarsuun Pass]] — The primary overland route into the vale from the west. | * [[Tarsuun Pass]] — The primary overland route into the vale from the west. | ||
* The Fractured Wedge — A northeastern corridor of unstable terrain, largely avoided on the surface, but tunneled beneath by Deep Road arteries linking the vale to the [[Astrathal | * The Fractured Wedge — A northeastern corridor of unstable terrain, largely avoided on the surface, but tunneled beneath by Deep Road arteries linking the vale to the [[Astrathal Mountains]] in [[Minthal]]. | ||
|Historical Significance=During the [[Great Erosion]], Sanctuary Vale became a refuge for retreating populations of Orasians. | |Historical Significance=During the [[Great Erosion]], Sanctuary Vale became a refuge for retreating populations of Orasians. | ||
Upon arrival of the ascendant spirits to [[Orethil]], the Spirit [[Varunel]], the spirit of memory and history, and [[Tehrum]], the spirit of mountains and stone, first rooted their domain in the Khargaath | Upon arrival of the ascendant spirits to [[Orethil]], the Spirit [[Varunel]], the spirit of memory and history, and [[Tehrum]], the spirit of mountains and stone, first rooted their domain in the Khargaath Mountains near modern [[Djes-Val]]. | ||
Sanctuary Vale played a defining role in the development of Duranthi culture. According to preserved records, the first permanent settlements arose here during the early days of The [[Great Migration]], shielded by the surrounding mountains. The vale’s defensibility enabled the Duranthi to thrive. | Sanctuary Vale played a defining role in the development of Duranthi culture. According to preserved records, the first permanent settlements arose here during the early days of The [[Great Migration]], shielded by the surrounding mountains. The vale’s defensibility enabled the Duranthi to thrive. | ||
Latest revision as of 03:51, 6 May 2026
| Sanctuary Vale | |
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| Image |  A view of the Sora Basin |
| Location | Between the Citadel Mountains and the Khargaath Mountains |
| Realm | Terasil |
Introduction
Sanctuary Vale is a vast highland basin located in central Terasil. Positioned between the circular wall of the Citadel Mountains to the east and the jagged volcanic ridges of the Khargaath Mountains to the west, the vale is among the most culturally significant regions in Tersasil. It serves as the spiritual and ancestral heartland of the Duranthi, containing their largest settlements.
History
During the Great Erosion, Sanctuary Vale became a refuge for retreating populations of Orasians.
Upon arrival of the ascendant spirits to Orethil, the Spirit Varunel, the spirit of memory and history, and Tehrum, the spirit of mountains and stone, first rooted their domain in the Khargaath Mountains near modern Djes-Val.
Sanctuary Vale played a defining role in the development of Duranthi culture. According to preserved records, the first permanent settlements arose here during the early days of The Great Migration, shielded by the surrounding mountains. The vale’s defensibility enabled the Duranthi to thrive.
Geography
Climate
The region maintains a semi-arid climate, influenced by the surrounding elevations.
Flora and Fauna
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The highland savanna of Sanctuary Vale supports a distinct ecosystem adapted to its rich soil and exposed stone formations. Native plants such as Vale Grass and Kire Shrubs mark ground stability and are used in traditional Duranthi fieldwork, while sparse tree species like Pyr and Spring Figs are scattered across the land. Local fauna include the heavy-plated Slateback Behemoth and Pierrooks—tall, sharp-voiced birds.
Goverment and Politcs
- Djes-Val – Highland settlement focused on academic stewardship and preserving history.
- Dul-Val – Threshold settlement near the early site of Duranthi civilization and a site currently safeguarding the Tarsuun Pass.
- Mar-Val – Eastern military-administrative city near the Fractured Wedge.
Transportation
Access to Sanctuary Vale is possible via multiple overland passes and subterranean routes:
- Tarsuun Pass — The primary overland route into the vale from the west.
- The Fractured Wedge — A northeastern corridor of unstable terrain, largely avoided on the surface, but tunneled beneath by Deep Road arteries linking the vale to the Astrathal Mountains in Minthal.
Bibliography
<noautolinks>Our Sanctuary: A Duranthi History by Jek-Karun </noautolinks>