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{{Settlements in the Baviare Vale Sections | {{Settlements in the Baviare Vale Sections | ||
|Introduction=Gareag is a prosperous city built high in the Așdilu Mountains, northeast of [[Lavierin]]. Gareag attracts traders, artisans, and builders from across the eastern ranges. The city is also known for its sizable Oinien population. | |Introduction=Gareag is a prosperous city built high in the Așdilu Mountains, northeast of [[Lavierin]]. Gareag attracts traders, artisans, and builders from across the eastern ranges. The city is also known for its sizable Oinien population. | ||
|Etymology=From the Arânzeni words ''gare'' (lime) and ''ag'' (mouth), "lime mouth". | |||
|Geography=The city spreads across tiered stone plateaus carved into the mountain's spine. Ramps, tunnels, and cable bridges link the levels. Snow is frequent but melts quickly on the black stone streets. From the upper tiers, one can glimpse the peaks where traders cross narrow passes from the east. | |Geography=The city spreads across tiered stone plateaus carved into the mountain's spine. Ramps, tunnels, and cable bridges link the levels. Snow is frequent but melts quickly on the black stone streets. From the upper tiers, one can glimpse the peaks where traders cross narrow passes from the east. | ||
|History=Gareag began as a waypoint for caravans between Oinien lands in the east and [[Baviare Vale]]. Its defensible location and mineral wealth drew investors and builders, especially from Lavierin. | |History=Gareag began as a waypoint for caravans between Oinien lands in the east and [[Baviare Vale]]. Its defensible location and mineral wealth drew investors and builders, especially from Lavierin. | ||