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{{Mountain Ranges of Terasil Infobox

|Name=Astrathal ~~Range~~

|Name=Astrathal Mountains

|Image=[[File:Astralith_Range_-_General_01.jpg|center|frameless]]

|Location=West of the [[Minthal]] Valley

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{{Mountain Ranges of Terasil Sections

|Introduction='''The Astrathal ~~Range~~''' is a mountain range located to the west of the [[Minthal Valley]], forming a natural boundary between the [[Minthal Mountains]] and the outer reaches of [[Terasil]]. The mountains are known for their reflective black stone, which absorbs light and creates a shadowy landscape. Once part of a singular horseshoe-shaped massif, erosion and tectonic shifts split the mountains, creating the Minthal Valley and isolating the Western [[Minthari]] from their kin in the eastern [[Minthal Mountains]].

|Introduction='''The Astrathal Mountains''' is a mountain range located to the west of the [[Minthal Valley]], forming a natural boundary between the [[Minthal Mountains]] and the outer reaches of [[Terasil]]. The mountains are known for their reflective black stone, which absorbs light and creates a shadowy landscape. Once part of a singular horseshoe-shaped massif, erosion and tectonic shifts split the mountains, creating the Minthal Valley and isolating the Western [[Minthari]] from their kin in the eastern [[Minthal Mountains]].

The city of [[Minthsen]] is the seat of Western Minthari power, while [[Minthset]], a fortified outpost in the northern range, serves as their first line of defense.

|Etymology=The name "Astrathal" originates from a Minthari word, meaning "Star Stone." The reflective properties of its obsidian-like peaks give rise to legends of celestial origins, with some Minthari believing the mountains were shaped by forces beyond the mortal realm.

|Geography=The Astrathal ~~Range~~ consists of sheer, reflective black peaks, deep caverns, and subterranean Minthari settlements. The range is steeped in perpetual shadow, with the stone absorbing most sunlight, leaving its slopes cool and dim even at midday.

|Geography=The Astrathal Mountains consists of sheer, reflective black peaks, deep caverns, and subterranean Minthari settlements. The range is steeped in perpetual shadow, with the stone absorbing most sunlight, leaving its slopes cool and dim even at midday.

=== Major Peaks ===

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=== Minthal Valley and Isolation ===

The Minthal Valley, once a part of the Astralith and Minthal massifs, was shaped by erosion over millennia, creating a natural divide between the Western and Eastern Minthari. Due to their subterranean lifestyle, the Western Minthari rarely cross the valley, leading to the evolution of distinct customs, traditions, and beliefs.

|Geology=[[File:Astrathal ~~Range~~ Photo.jpg|thumb|Photo from the ridgeline of the Astrathal ~~Range~~]]

|Geology=[[File:Astrathal Mountains Photo.jpg|thumb|Photo from the ridgeline of the Astrathal Mountains]]

The Astrathal ~~Range~~ is geologically unique, containing some of the largest sources of natural obsidian in Terasil, used for weaponry and sacred carvings.

The Astrathal Mountains is geologically unique, containing some of the largest sources of natural obsidian in Terasil, used for weaponry and sacred carvings.

|Climate=The Astrathal ~~Range~~ is colder and more shadowed than the Minthal Mountains, with minimal sunlight exposure due to its reflective black stone. The lower Slopes are cool and dim, with occasional fog banks rolling through the valleys. Higher Elevations are cold and still, with frequent cloud cover shrouding the peaks.

|Climate=The Astrathal Mountains is colder and more shadowed than the Minthal Mountains, with minimal sunlight exposure due to its reflective black stone. The lower Slopes are cool and dim, with occasional fog banks rolling through the valleys. Higher Elevations are cold and still, with frequent cloud cover shrouding the peaks.

The underground climate is stable year round and comfortable albeit slightly humid..

|Settlements=The Western Minthari strongholds remain hidden within the deep recesses of the Astrathal ~~Range~~, connected by tunnels and underground roads.

|Settlements=The Western Minthari strongholds remain hidden within the deep recesses of the Astrathal Mountains, connected by tunnels and underground roads.

[[Minthsen]] is the capital of the Western Minthari, built within the volcanic core of the range. Its black stone halls and subterranean forges define its grandeur. [[Minthset]] is a populated northern outpost, serving as the guardian of the northern Astrathal ~~Range~~, where Minthari sentinels patrol.

[[Minthsen]] is the capital of the Western Minthari, built within the volcanic core of the range. Its black stone halls and subterranean forges define its grandeur. [[Minthset]] is a populated northern outpost, serving as the guardian of the northern Astrathal Mountains, where Minthari sentinels patrol.

|Economy=The Astrathal ~~Range~~ is the economic and industrial heart of the Western Minthari, specializing in mining, engineering, and the crafting of obsidian weaponry.

|Economy=The Astrathal Mountains is the economic and industrial heart of the Western Minthari, specializing in mining, engineering, and the crafting of obsidian weaponry.

|Flora and fauna====Flora===

The vegetation in the Astrathal ~~Range~~ consists mostly of shadow-adapted plants that thrive in low-light environments.

The vegetation in the Astrathal Mountains consists mostly of shadow-adapted plants that thrive in low-light environments.

===Fauna===

The wildlife of the Astrathal ~~Range~~ is adapted to minimal sunlight, using camouflage and nocturnal vision.

The wildlife of the Astrathal Mountains is adapted to minimal sunlight, using camouflage and nocturnal vision.

|Cultural Significance=The Astrathal ~~Range~~ holds deep spiritual meaning for the Western Minthari, who view the mountains as both a protector and a trial of resilience.

|Cultural Significance=The Astrathal Mountains holds deep spiritual meaning for the Western Minthari, who view the mountains as both a protector and a trial of resilience.

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 {{Mountain Ranges of Terasil Infobox
-|Name=Astrathal Range
+|Name=Astrathal Mountains
 |Image=[[File:Astralith_Range_-_General_01.jpg|center|frameless]]
 |Location=West of the [[Minthal]] Valley
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 {{Mountain Ranges of Terasil Sections
-|Introduction='''The Astrathal Range''' is a mountain range located to the west of the [[Minthal Valley]], forming a natural boundary between the [[Minthal Mountains]] and the outer reaches of [[Terasil]]. The mountains are known for their reflective black stone, which absorbs light and creates a shadowy landscape. Once part of a singular horseshoe-shaped massif, erosion and tectonic shifts split the mountains, creating the Minthal Valley and isolating the Western [[Minthari]] from their kin in the eastern [[Minthal Mountains]].
+|Introduction='''The Astrathal Mountains''' is a mountain range located to the west of the [[Minthal Valley]], forming a natural boundary between the [[Minthal Mountains]] and the outer reaches of [[Terasil]]. The mountains are known for their reflective black stone, which absorbs light and creates a shadowy landscape. Once part of a singular horseshoe-shaped massif, erosion and tectonic shifts split the mountains, creating the Minthal Valley and isolating the Western [[Minthari]] from their kin in the eastern [[Minthal Mountains]].
 The city of [[Minthsen]] is the seat of Western Minthari power, while [[Minthset]], a fortified outpost in the northern range, serves as their first line of defense.
 |Etymology=The name "Astrathal" originates from a Minthari word, meaning "Star Stone." The reflective properties of its obsidian-like peaks give rise to legends of celestial origins, with some Minthari believing the mountains were shaped by forces beyond the mortal realm.
-|Geography=The Astrathal Range consists of sheer, reflective black peaks, deep caverns, and subterranean Minthari settlements. The range is steeped in perpetual shadow, with the stone absorbing most sunlight, leaving its slopes cool and dim even at midday.
+|Geography=The Astrathal Mountains consists of sheer, reflective black peaks, deep caverns, and subterranean Minthari settlements. The range is steeped in perpetual shadow, with the stone absorbing most sunlight, leaving its slopes cool and dim even at midday.
 === Major Peaks ===
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 === Minthal Valley and Isolation ===
 The Minthal Valley, once a part of the Astralith and Minthal massifs, was shaped by erosion over millennia, creating a natural divide between the Western and Eastern Minthari. Due to their subterranean lifestyle, the Western Minthari rarely cross the valley, leading to the evolution of distinct customs, traditions, and beliefs.
-|Geology=[[File:Astrathal Range Photo.jpg|thumb|Photo from the ridgeline of the Astrathal Range]]
+|Geology=[[File:Astrathal Mountains Photo.jpg|thumb|Photo from the ridgeline of the Astrathal Mountains]]
-The Astrathal Range is geologically unique, containing some of the largest sources of natural obsidian in Terasil, used for weaponry and sacred carvings.
+The Astrathal Mountains is geologically unique, containing some of the largest sources of natural obsidian in Terasil, used for weaponry and sacred carvings.
-|Climate=The Astrathal Range is colder and more shadowed than the Minthal Mountains, with minimal sunlight exposure due to its reflective black stone. The lower Slopes are cool and dim, with occasional fog banks rolling through the valleys. Higher Elevations are cold and still, with frequent cloud cover shrouding the peaks.
+|Climate=The Astrathal Mountains is colder and more shadowed than the Minthal Mountains, with minimal sunlight exposure due to its reflective black stone. The lower Slopes are cool and dim, with occasional fog banks rolling through the valleys. Higher Elevations are cold and still, with frequent cloud cover shrouding the peaks.
 The underground climate is stable year round and comfortable albeit slightly humid..
-|Settlements=The Western Minthari strongholds remain hidden within the deep recesses of the Astrathal Range, connected by tunnels and underground roads.
+|Settlements=The Western Minthari strongholds remain hidden within the deep recesses of the Astrathal Mountains, connected by tunnels and underground roads.
-[[Minthsen]] is the capital of the Western Minthari, built within the volcanic core of the range. Its black stone halls and subterranean forges define its grandeur. [[Minthset]] is a populated northern outpost, serving as the guardian of the northern Astrathal Range, where Minthari sentinels patrol.
+[[Minthsen]] is the capital of the Western Minthari, built within the volcanic core of the range. Its black stone halls and subterranean forges define its grandeur. [[Minthset]] is a populated northern outpost, serving as the guardian of the northern Astrathal Mountains, where Minthari sentinels patrol.
-|Economy=The Astrathal Range is the economic and industrial heart of the Western Minthari, specializing in mining, engineering, and the crafting of obsidian weaponry.
+|Economy=The Astrathal Mountains is the economic and industrial heart of the Western Minthari, specializing in mining, engineering, and the crafting of obsidian weaponry.
 |Flora and fauna====Flora===
-The vegetation in the Astrathal Range consists mostly of shadow-adapted plants that thrive in low-light environments.
+The vegetation in the Astrathal Mountains consists mostly of shadow-adapted plants that thrive in low-light environments.
 ===Fauna===
-The wildlife of the Astrathal Range is adapted to minimal sunlight, using camouflage and nocturnal vision.
+The wildlife of the Astrathal Mountains is adapted to minimal sunlight, using camouflage and nocturnal vision.
-|Cultural Significance=The Astrathal Range holds deep spiritual meaning for the Western Minthari, who view the mountains as both a protector and a trial of resilience.
+|Cultural Significance=The Astrathal Mountains holds deep spiritual meaning for the Western Minthari, who view the mountains as both a protector and a trial of resilience.
 }}
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