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|Realm=[[Khamria]] | |Realm=[[Khamria]] | ||
|Borders on=Ilergierze Mountains, Mazissage Mountains, Baviare Vale | |Borders on=Ilergierze Mountains, Mazissage Mountains, Baviare Vale | ||
|Settlements= | |Settlements=Lepigisțil | ||
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{{Mountain Passes of Khamria Sections | {{Mountain Passes of Khamria Sections | ||
|Introduction=The Tulclurius 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]]. | |Introduction=The Tulclurius 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]]. | ||
|Etymology=A phonetic adapation of the Mundari word for the pass, ''ṭḫul kluryus,'' which means "glorious entrance." | |Etymology=A phonetic adapation of the Mundari word for the pass, ''ṭḫul kluryus,'' which means "glorious entrance." | ||
|Geography=Tulclurius Pass is defined by layered stone terraces, fractured cliffs, and mineral springs. The pass gradually narrows as it approaches [[ | |Geography=Tulclurius Pass is defined by layered stone terraces, fractured cliffs, and mineral springs. The pass gradually narrows as it approaches [[Lepigisțil]], whose fortified terraces overlook its final ascent into the valley proper. | ||
|Historical Significance=The Tulclurius 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. | |Historical Significance=The Tulclurius 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 | Throughout history, control of the pass has been synonymous with Baviare Vale's protective nature. | ||
|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. | |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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