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|Name=Tharn Gate
|Name=Tharn Gate
|Image=[[File:Terasil - Tharn Gate 01.jpg|center|frameless]]
|Image=[[File:Terasil - Tharn Gate 01.jpg|center|frameless]]
|Type=Fortified Entry Outposts in the Sanctuary Vale and Wall Complex
|Type=Fortified Entry Outpost and Wall Complex
|Location=Eastern pass into [[Sanctuary Vale]], 20 miles south of [[Mar-Thal]]
|Location=Eastern pass into [[Sanctuary Vale]], 20 miles south of [[Mar-Thal]]
|Realm=[[Terasil]]
|Realm=[[Terasil]]
|Inhabitants=[[Orasian]]
|Inhabitants=[[Duranthi]]
|Controlled by=[[Council of Stone]]
|Controlled by=[[Council of Stone]]
|Significance=Primary barrier controlling overland access to Sanctuary Vale from the east
|Significance=Primary barrier controlling overland access to Sanctuary Vale from the east
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{{Outposts in the Sanctuary Vale Sections
{{Outposts in the Sanctuary Vale Sections
|Introduction=Tharn Gate (or Tharn-Gate) is a fortified Outposts in the Sanctuary Vale and wall complex located at the only navigable pass through the eastern escarpment into [[Special:FormEdit/Outposts in the Sanctuary Vale/Sanctuary Vale|Sanctuary Vale]]. Built directly into the surrounding rock, it spans 6.5 miles in width and serves as both a controlled entry point and a strategic observation and logistics hub. The site is managed by the Council of Stone and maintains continuous operational readiness.
|Introduction=Tharn Gate (or Tharn-Gate) is a fortified outpost and wall complex located at the only navigable pass through the eastern escarpment into [[Sanctuary Vale]]. Built directly into the stone terrain, it spans 6.5 miles in width and serves as both a controlled entry point and a strategic hub for logistics and oversight. The site is operated under the direction of the Council of Stone and remains continuously staffed and fortified.
|Geography=The wall spans a natural break in the escarpment, with uneven cliffs rising on both sides and broken ground leading southward into the Fractured Wedge. The structure is built of iron-bound basalt blocks set in interlocking tiers. Watch platforms are integrated into the wall’s outer face, and internal tunnels allow movement between segments. Northbound terrain is flat but wind-exposed, while southern terrain is unstable and layered.
|Geography=The wall occupies a natural break in the escarpment, flanked by high cliffs to the north and fractured terrain to the south. Constructed from iron-bound basalt, the wall is layered with interlocking blocks and integrated observation towers. Internal access routes link major segments, while outer walkways provide high-elevation monitoring of pass activity.
|History=Tharn-Gate was established after early crossings through the escarpment proved difficult to monitor, prompting the Council of Stone to construct a permanent barrier. The Outposts in the Sanctuary Vale grew around the wall as convoy flow increased, eventually incorporating waystation functions and traveler processing facilities.
|History=Tharn-Gate was established following difficulties in regulating passage through the eastern escarpment. Early incidents of uncontrolled movement and terrain instability led the Council of Stone to commission a permanent structure. As usage increased, the outpost expanded into a full logistics and inspection center for eastbound and southbound travel.
|Functions and Features=* Wall Span – The main structure, extending 6.5 miles, includes reinforced gates and elevated walkways.
|Functions and Features=* Wall Span – The main structure extends 6.5 miles, incorporating reinforced gates and tiered walkways.
* Entry Hold – Administrative chamber where travelers are logged, inspected, and cleared for descent into the Vale.
* Entry Hold – The inspection and clearance station for travelers, convoys, and supply carriers.
* Watch Bastions – Armored towers spaced along the wall for personnel rotation, signaling, and survey.
* Watch Bastions – Towered platforms along the wall used for observation and signaling.
* South Ledge Post – A separate observation tier positioned on the edge of the broken terrain to monitor approach traffic.
* South Ledge Post – A remote platform positioned above unstable terrain to monitor southern movement.
|Culture and Ritual=Daily activity is regulated by a fixed operational schedule. Communication is limited to formal channels, and non-essential passage is discouraged. Residents include Stonewardens, logistical clerks, and maintenance crews. Temporary housing is available for caravan travelers and Vale-bound expeditions.
|Culture and Society=Operations at Tharn-Gate are efficient and structured. Personnel follow shift-based routines, and interaction beyond assigned duties is limited. The outpost houses Stonewardens, administrative staff, and maintenance teams. Temporary lodgings are available for approved travelers and expedition groups.
|Defenses and Watch=Tharn-Gate is maintained at alert status year-round. Each segment of the wall is staffed with trained personnel, and defensive tools include reinforced gate seals, observation instruments, and close-range signal devices. In the event of breach or instability, fallback orders direct personnel to seal internal gates and reroute through Mar-Thal.
|Defenses and Watch=Tharn-Gate operates under permanent alert readiness. Gate segments are reinforced and independently sealed, with surveillance tools and communication links across the entire structure. In case of threat or terrain disruption, fallback procedures direct traffic toward rerouted corridors through [[Mar-Thal]].
|Threats and Dangers=The primary risks are geological: terrain collapse, wind erosion, and structural pressure fluctuations within the lower foundations. Surface crossings are prohibited during surge seasons. Unauthorized entry attempts are rare but logged.
|Threats and Dangers=Key risks include erosion, cliff collapse, and foundational stress from underlying fault lines. Storm seasons increase the probability of ground shift. Unauthorized crossings are rare but actively documented and investigated.
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[[category:Council of Stone Holdings]]
[[category:Council of Stone Holdings]]
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