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|Introduction='''The Minthal Range''' is a formidable mountain range located to the east of the [[Citadel Mountains]] in the realm of [[Terasil]]. Once forming a singular horseshoe-shaped massif, erosion and time eventually divided the range, creating the [[Minthal Valley]], which now separates the Minthal Range from the [[ | |Introduction='''The Minthal Range''' is a formidable mountain range located to the east of the [[Citadel Mountains]] in the realm of [[Terasil]]. Once forming a singular horseshoe-shaped massif, erosion and time eventually divided the range, creating the [[Minthal Valley]], which now separates the Minthal Range from the [[Astrathal Range]]. | ||
The Minthal Range is the heart of [[Minthari]] civilization, housing their capital, [[Minthal]], as well as major settlements such as [[Minthara]] and [[Minthek]]. The range is rich in minerals and Minthal Range tunnel networks, making it a major hub of metalworking and engineering. Due to their mostly underground nature, the Minthari of the Minthal Range rarely cross the Minthal Valley, leading to a gradual cultural divergence from their counterparts in the [[ | The Minthal Range is the heart of [[Minthari]] civilization, housing their capital, [[Minthal]], as well as major settlements such as [[Minthara]] and [[Minthek]]. The range is rich in minerals and Minthal Range tunnel networks, making it a major hub of metalworking and engineering. Due to their mostly underground nature, the Minthari of the Minthal Range rarely cross the Minthal Valley, leading to a gradual cultural divergence from their counterparts in the [[Astrathal Range]]. | ||
|Etymology=The name "Minthal Range" comes from its association with metalworking and mining, which define the Minthari way of life. The range is often called the "Forge of Terasil", a name reflecting both its geological history and its cultural significance as the cradle of Minthari civilization. | |Etymology=The name "Minthal Range" comes from its association with metalworking and mining, which define the Minthari way of life. The range is often called the "Forge of Terasil", a name reflecting both its geological history and its cultural significance as the cradle of Minthari civilization. | ||
|Geography=The Minthal Range runs north to south, situated between multiple distinct regions: | |Geography=The Minthal Range runs north to south, situated between multiple distinct regions: | ||
* West – The Minthal Valley, a vast rift that separates the Minthal Range from the | * West – The Minthal Valley, a vast rift that separates the Minthal Range from the Astrathal Range beyond. The valley acts as both a trade corridor and a cultural divide between different Minthari groups. | ||
* East – The realm of [[Delmora]], where numerous rivers originate in the high peaks of the Minthal Range before flowing eastward into fertile lowlands. These rivers provide freshwater sources for Minthari settlements and serve as natural trade routes. | * East – The realm of [[Delmora]], where numerous rivers originate in the high peaks of the Minthal Range before flowing eastward into fertile lowlands. These rivers provide freshwater sources for Minthari settlements and serve as natural trade routes. | ||
* South – The realm of [[Orrakar]], where Terasil’s rocky plateaus and deep ravines intersect, creating a jagged, arid landscape shaped by erosion and tectonic activity. The Minthal Range marks the northernmost boundary of this rugged terrain. | * South – The realm of [[Orrakar]], where Terasil’s rocky plateaus and deep ravines intersect, creating a jagged, arid landscape shaped by erosion and tectonic activity. The Minthal Range marks the northernmost boundary of this rugged terrain. | ||
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** More fertile and sheltered, benefiting from underground reservoirs and occasional rainfall. | ** More fertile and sheltered, benefiting from underground reservoirs and occasional rainfall. | ||
** The valley’s microclimate allows for hardy vegetation, making it one of the more habitable areas of the range. | ** The valley’s microclimate allows for hardy vegetation, making it one of the more habitable areas of the range. | ||
** Winds from the | ** Winds from the Astrathal Range bring cooler air, creating mild seasonal shifts. | ||
* Eastern slopes & Delmora ''(colder, wetter, river-Fed)'' | * Eastern slopes & Delmora ''(colder, wetter, river-Fed)'' | ||
** Snowmelt from the high peaks feeds into Delmora’s river systems, making these slopes vital for water supply. | ** Snowmelt from the high peaks feeds into Delmora’s river systems, making these slopes vital for water supply. | ||
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* Despite their isolation, the Minthari maintain trade with surface-dwelling merchants, exchanging refined metals for supplies they cannot easily produce underground, such as grains, textiles, and alchemical reagents. | * Despite their isolation, the Minthari maintain trade with surface-dwelling merchants, exchanging refined metals for supplies they cannot easily produce underground, such as grains, textiles, and alchemical reagents. | ||
* The Minthal Valley serves as a trade corridor, allowing limited commerce between the Minthal Range and the | * The Minthal Valley serves as a trade corridor, allowing limited commerce between the Minthal Range and the Astrathal Range. | ||
* The rivers flowing eastward into Delmora provide a crucial link to river-based trade, allowing Minthari goods to reach wider markets. | * The rivers flowing eastward into Delmora provide a crucial link to river-based trade, allowing Minthari goods to reach wider markets. | ||