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|Highest Peak=Thal-Vorek
|Highest Peak=Thal-Vorek
|Climate=Arid at high elevations, temperate in the valley
|Climate=Arid at high elevations, temperate in the valley
|Inhabitants=[[Orasians]]
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|Introduction=The '''Tearfall Range''' is a vast, horseshoe-shaped mountain range that encircles the lush Emerald Valley, forming a natural barrier that separates the fertile lands of Wadit-Thal from the rest of Terasil. Unlike the harsh, eroded peaks of the [[Scarspire Range]] or the mineral-rich [[Anvil Range]], the Tearfall Range is rugged yet protective, sheltering the only truly verdant expanse in all of Terasil.
The only major southern passage through the range is guarded by Sak-Kal, an Orasian watchtower that controls access to the valley and city of Wadit-Thal. The northernmost fortress, Lun-Kal, stands as a bastion against external threats, ensuring that Emerald Valley remains a sanctuary within the otherwise arid Terasil.
|Etymology=The name "Tearfall Range" is derived from its teardrop (horseshoe) shape, believed by Orasians to be formed by the tears of [[Oras]], weeping over the fate of the earth. Ancient myths suggest that the valley within the range was a sacred gift, a place where the land could heal and flourish.
|Geography=The Tearfall Range is defined by its enclosing arc of peaks, creating a self-contained ecosystem within Emerald Valley.
=== Major Landmarks ===
* Thal-Vorek – The highest peak in the range, marking the valley's northernmost barrier.
* The Emerald Gate – A narrow pass leading into the valley, heavily guarded by Orasians.
* The River of Verdance – The only major water source in Terasil, originating from glacial runoff in the mountains and sustaining the valley.
|Climate=The Tearfall Range exhibits two distinct climates:
* High Elevations: Arid and cold, with strong winds and little vegetation.
* Emerald Valley: Mild and fertile, with temperate seasons and steady rainfall, creating the only viable farmland in Terasil.
|Settlements=The Tearfall Range is home to two of the most important Orasian settlements in Terasil.
=== Wadit-Thal ===
The cultural and economic heart of Emerald Valley, Wadit-Thal is the only place in Terasil where other races intermingle with Orasians. The city serves as a trade hub, a center of learning, and a gathering place for scholars, artisans, and diplomats.
=== Lun-Kal ===
A fortress built into the northern cliffs of the range, Lun-Kal is an Orasian bastion, protecting the valley from external threats.
=== Sak-Kal ===
A southern watchtower, ensuring that no one enters the valley unchallenged.
|Flora=* Velthar Vine – A climbing plant that thrives on the valley walls, its fruits prized for their healing properties.
* Orash Root – A tuber cultivated by Orasians, essential to valley agriculture.
* Sunsong Trees – Tall, golden-leaved trees found only in the valley, absorbing energy from the harsh Terasil sun
|Fauna=* Valeborn Elk – Large, horned beasts that roam the valley’s meadows.
* Tharok Falcon – A predatory bird that soars above the mountains, hunting along the valley’s edge.
* Lun-Watch Hound – A stone-skinned guardian beast bred for protecting the valley’s fortifications.
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