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|Introduction=The '''Altea Mountains''' is a vast, horseshoe-shaped mountain range that encircles the lush Altea, forming a natural barrier that separates the fertile lands of Altea from [[Terasil]]. | |Introduction=The '''Altea Mountains''' is a vast, horseshoe-shaped mountain range that encircles the lush Altea, forming a natural barrier that separates the fertile lands of Altea from [[Terasil]]. | ||
|Etymology=The name "Altea Mountains" is derived from its teardrop (horseshoe) shape, believed by the [[Sidami]] to be formed by the tears of [[ | |Etymology=The name "Altea Mountains" is derived from its teardrop (horseshoe) shape, believed by the [[Sidami]] to be formed by the tears of [[Yairan]], weeping over the fate of the earth. Ancient myths suggest that the valley within the range was a sacred gift, a place where the land could heal and flourish. | ||
|Geography=The Altea Mountains is defined by its enclosing arc of peaks, creating a self-contained ecosystem within Altea | |Geography=The Altea Mountains is defined by its enclosing arc of peaks, creating a self-contained ecosystem within Altea | ||
|Climate=The Altea Mountains exhibits two distinct climates: | |Climate=The Altea Mountains exhibits two distinct climates: | ||
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* Altea: Mild and fertile, with temperate seasons and steady rainfall, creating the only viable farmland in Terasil. | * Altea: Mild and fertile, with temperate seasons and steady rainfall, creating the only viable farmland in Terasil. | ||
|Flora=* Velthar Vine – A climbing plant that thrives on the valley walls, its fruits prized for their healing properties. | |Flora=* Velthar Vine – A climbing plant that thrives on the valley walls, its fruits prized for their healing properties. | ||
* | * Yairanh Root – A tuber cultivated by Yairanians, essential to valley agriculture. | ||
* Sunsong Trees – Tall, golden-leaved trees found only in the valley, absorbing energy from the harsh Terasil sun | * Sunsong Trees – Tall, golden-leaved trees found only in the valley, absorbing energy from the harsh Terasil sun | ||
|Fauna=* Valeborn Elk – Large, horned beasts that roam the valley’s meadows. | |Fauna=* Valeborn Elk – Large, horned beasts that roam the valley’s meadows. | ||