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|Location=Heart of [[Terasil]]

|Realm=Terasil

|Highest Peak=~~Mount [[Oras]]~~

|Highest Peak=Orak-Thun

|Climate=Varies by altitude; desert to alpine conditions

|Inhabitants=Duranthi, Orasians

}}

{{Mountain Ranges of Terasil Sections

|Introduction=The '''Citadel Mountains''' are a towering impenetrable mountain range in Terasil. This circular range completely encompasses the [[Domain of Oras]], an unexplored region believed to be the home of the [[Primordial Spirit]] of earth, Oras. These ancient peaks are not only a geographic landmark but also a site of profound cultural and spiritual significance.

|Introduction=The '''Citadel Mountains''' are a towering impenetrable mountain range in Terasil. This circular range completely encompasses the [[Domain of Oras]], an unexplored region believed to be the home of the [[Primordial Spirit]] of earth, [[Oras]]. These ancient peaks are not only a geographic landmark but also a site of profound cultural and spiritual significance.

|Etymology=The name "Citadel Mountains" originates from the mountains' location surronding and protecting the domain of Oras.

|Geography=The Citadel Mountains form a circle around the Domain of Oras forming a natural barrier that significantly influences the surrounding environment. The range spans several hundred miles forming a rough circle. The Citadel Mountains' high altitudes block moisture-laden winds from the west, creating a pronounced rain shadow effect. This phenomenon contributes to the arid conditions of [[Zanarak]].

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=== Higher Altitudes ===

At higher elevations, the climate becomes extreme, with sharp temperature swings between day and night. The air grows thin and dry, and fierce winds scour the exposed rock faces. Winters are harsh, with occasional snowfall accumulating at the highest peaks, though it rarely lasts year-round due to the arid conditions. Life at these heights is scarce, limited to ~~weathered stone formations, wind-carved spires, and~~ resilient alpine flora.

At higher elevations, the climate becomes extreme, with sharp temperature swings between day and night. The air grows thin and dry, and fierce winds scour the exposed rock faces. Winters are harsh, with occasional snowfall accumulating at the highest peaks, though it rarely lasts year-round due to the arid conditions. Life at these heights is scarce, limited to resilient alpine flora.

|Settlements=The Duranthi cities of [[Kar-Thal]] and [[Zarik-Val]] lie on the western edge of the Citadels. Within the Citadels themselves it is believed the the last remnants of the [[Orasian]] civilization endures, although this is not confirmed.

|Cultural Significance=The Citadel Mountains are deeply embedded in the cultural and spiritual life of Terasil's inhabitants.

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 |Location=Heart of [[Terasil]]
 |Realm=Terasil
-|Highest Peak=Mount [[Oras]]
+|Highest Peak=Orak-Thun
 |Climate=Varies by altitude; desert to alpine conditions
 |Inhabitants=Duranthi, Orasians
 }}
 {{Mountain Ranges of Terasil Sections
-|Introduction=The '''Citadel Mountains''' are a towering impenetrable mountain range in Terasil. This circular range completely encompasses the [[Domain of Oras]], an unexplored region believed to be the home of the [[Primordial Spirit]] of earth, Oras. These ancient peaks are not only a geographic landmark but also a site of profound cultural and spiritual significance.
+|Introduction=The '''Citadel Mountains''' are a towering impenetrable mountain range in Terasil. This circular range completely encompasses the [[Domain of Oras]], an unexplored region believed to be the home of the [[Primordial Spirit]] of earth, [[Oras]]. These ancient peaks are not only a geographic landmark but also a site of profound cultural and spiritual significance.
 |Etymology=The name "Citadel Mountains" originates from the mountains' location surronding and protecting the domain of Oras.
 |Geography=The Citadel Mountains form a circle around the Domain of Oras forming a natural barrier that significantly influences the surrounding environment. The range spans several hundred miles forming a rough circle. The Citadel Mountains' high altitudes block moisture-laden winds from the west, creating a pronounced rain shadow effect. This phenomenon contributes to the arid conditions of [[Zanarak]].
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 === Higher Altitudes ===
-At higher elevations, the climate becomes extreme, with sharp temperature swings between day and night. The air grows thin and dry, and fierce winds scour the exposed rock faces. Winters are harsh, with occasional snowfall accumulating at the highest peaks, though it rarely lasts year-round due to the arid conditions. Life at these heights is scarce, limited to weathered stone formations, wind-carved spires, and resilient alpine flora.
+At higher elevations, the climate becomes extreme, with sharp temperature swings between day and night. The air grows thin and dry, and fierce winds scour the exposed rock faces. Winters are harsh, with occasional snowfall accumulating at the highest peaks, though it rarely lasts year-round due to the arid conditions. Life at these heights is scarce, limited to resilient alpine flora.
 |Settlements=The Duranthi cities of [[Kar-Thal]] and [[Zarik-Val]] lie on the western edge of the Citadels. Within the Citadels themselves it is believed the the last remnants of the [[Orasian]] civilization endures, although this is not confirmed.
 |Cultural Significance=The Citadel Mountains are deeply embedded in the cultural and spiritual life of Terasil's inhabitants.