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|Name=Tarsuun Pass | |Name=Tarsuun Pass | ||
|Image=[[File:Tarsuun Pass.jpg|center|frameless]] | |Image=[[File:Tarsuun Pass.jpg|center|frameless]] | ||
|Location=Southern [[ | |Location=Southern [[Baviare Vale]] | ||
|Realm=[[Khamria]] | |Realm=[[Khamria]] | ||
|Borders on=Ilergierze Mountains, Mazissage Mountains, | |Borders on=Ilergierze Mountains, Mazissage Mountains, Baviare Vale | ||
|Settlements=Lepigisţil | |Settlements=Lepigisţil | ||
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{{Mountain Passes of Khamria Sections | {{Mountain Passes of Khamria Sections | ||
|Introduction=The Tarsuun Pass is a narrow, highland corridor marking the southern gateway into [[ | |Introduction=The Tarsuun Pass is a narrow, highland corridor marking the southern gateway into [[Baviare Vale]]. Positioned between the lower slopes of the [[Ilergierze Mountains]] and the fog-draped [[Mazissage Mountains]]. | ||
|Geography=Tarsuun Pass is defined by layered stone terraces, fractured cliffs, and mineral springs. The pass gradually narrows as it approaches [[Lepigisţil]], whose fortified terraces overlook its final ascent into the valley proper. | |Geography=Tarsuun Pass is defined by layered stone terraces, fractured cliffs, and mineral springs. The pass gradually narrows as it approaches [[Lepigisţil]], whose fortified terraces overlook its final ascent into the valley proper. | ||
|Historical Significance=The Tarsuun Pass has long served as the principal overland route into | |Historical Significance=The Tarsuun Pass has long served as the principal overland route into Baviare Vale. The pass was first opened during the [[Great Erosion]], and served as a critical entry point for retreating Namuril. | ||
Throughout history, control of the pass has been synonymous with the protective nature of | Throughout history, control of the pass has been synonymous with the protective nature of Baviare Vale. | ||
|Cultural Significance=The entrance to | |Cultural Significance=The entrance to Baviare Vale itself is marked by the remains of the [[Namuril Gates]], thought to have been erected by the Yairaniians who may have used them to seal off the valley from external threats. | ||
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