Tarsuun Pass: Difference between revisions
m Text replacement - "Kelridan Gates" to "Namuril Gates" |
m Text replacement - "Khargaath Mountains" to "Ilergierze Mountains" |
||
| Line 4: | Line 4: | ||
|Location=Southern [[Sanctuary Vale]] | |Location=Southern [[Sanctuary Vale]] | ||
|Realm=[[Khamria]] | |Realm=[[Khamria]] | ||
|Borders on= | |Borders on=Ilergierze Mountains, Murzkar Mountains, Sanctuary Vale | ||
|Settlements=Lepigisţil | |Settlements=Lepigisţil | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{Mountain Passes of Khamria Sections | {{Mountain Passes of Khamria Sections | ||
|Introduction=The Tarsuun Pass is a narrow, highland corridor marking the southern gateway into [[Sanctuary Vale]]. Positioned between the lower slopes of the [[ | |Introduction=The Tarsuun Pass is a narrow, highland corridor marking the southern gateway into [[Sanctuary Vale]]. Positioned between the lower slopes of the [[Ilergierze Mountains]] and the fog-draped [[Murzkar 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 Sanctuary Vale. The pass was first opened during the [[Great Erosion]], and served as a critical entry point for retreating Namuril. | |Historical Significance=The Tarsuun Pass has long served as the principal overland route into Sanctuary Vale. The pass was first opened during the [[Great Erosion]], and served as a critical entry point for retreating Namuril. | ||
Latest revision as of 21:05, 30 July 2026
| Tarsuun Pass | |
|---|---|
| Image |  |
| Location | Southern Sanctuary Vale |
| Realm | Khamria |
| Borders On | Ilergierze Mountains • Murzkar Mountains • Sanctuary Vale |
| Settlements | Lepigisţil |
Introduction
The Tarsuun Pass is a narrow, highland corridor marking the southern gateway into Sanctuary Vale. Positioned between the lower slopes of the Ilergierze Mountains and the fog-draped Murzkar 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.
Historical Significance
The Tarsuun Pass has long served as the principal overland route into Sanctuary 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 Sanctuary Vale.
Cultural Significance
The entrance to Sanctuary 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.