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Alun-Tar

Type	Agricultural Settlement
Location	Central Sanctuary Vale, midway along the Va-Djes Road
Realm	Terasil
Inhabitants	Mixed (non-Duranthi majority)
Significance	Key provisioning site for overland travelers; one of few agricultural zones in the Vale
Controlled by	Council of Stone

Alun-Tar is a practical agricultural settlement located along the central span of the Va-Djes Road in the Sanctuary Vale. It is one of the few functioning farm zones in the region, known for dry-field cultivation and access to the lower Sora River. The population is mixed, with a non-Duranthi majority comprising seasonal laborers, trade handlers, and settlers from outside Terasil. The site serves as a critical provisioning stop for caravans and travelers traversing the Vale.

Geography

Set along the western edge of the Sora Basin, Alun-Tar occupies flat land surrounded by low hills and shallow irrigation routes. Drought-tolerant crops are cultivated along gently terraced fields, with storage and water collection structures positioned close to the main road. The environment is dry but steady, with short rainy periods during seasonal convergence.

History

Originally granted as a Council-permitted farming zone after the Great Erosion, Alun-Tar was surveyed by Duranthi crews but settled and cultivated by workers from beyond Terasil. It evolved into a stable waypoint for caravans and a food source for nearby outposts and temporary settlements.

Notable Locations

Irrigation Fields – Stretches of cultivated land arranged for low-water usage and drainage efficiency.
Roadfront Market – A trading area for caravan resupply and temporary storage.
Lower Shelters – Basic housing and shaded rest zones for laborers and passing crews.

Culture and Society

Alun-Tar emphasizes function over formality. The community follows a sun-driven work cycle with social interactions structured around trade and resource distribution. Law is enforced by Council stewards, but daily governance tends to be cooperative and locally administered. Cultural habits vary by group, and shared practices reflect a blend of frontier pragmatism and regional norms.

Economy

The settlement supports itself through crop production, food preservation, and caravan-based supply exchange. Trade occurs frequently with passing merchants and settlements like Va-Tar and Djes-Val. Alun-Tar also contributes food and water reserves to surrounding Council relay stations.

Defense and Military

Patrols by rotating Stonewarden units provide basic protection. No garrison is stationed permanently, though a small outpost exists for emergency response and relay communication. The open landscape allows for clear visibility and advance warning in case of threat.

Dangers and Threats

Seasonal risks include water scarcity, dust storms, and roaming fauna from deeper wilderness zones. Trade conflicts and disputes over provisioning can occasionally cause friction among traveling groups. During low-yield years, the community enforces resource limits to maintain sustainability.

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 |Location=Central [[Sanctuary Vale]], midway along the Va-Djes Road
 |Realm=[[Terasil]]
-|Inhabitants=Mixed (non-[[Orasian]] majority)
+|Inhabitants=Mixed (non-[[Duranthi]] majority)
 |Significance=Key provisioning site for overland travelers; one of few agricultural zones in the Vale
 |Controlled by=[[Council of Stone]]
 }}
 {{Settlements in the Sanctuary Vale Sections
-|Introduction=Alun-Tar is an agricultural settlement located midway along the Va-Djes Road, in the central basin of the Sanctuary Vale. Known for its dry-field cultivation and access to the lower [[Sora River]], it is one of the few viable farming zones within the Vale. Unlike most settlements under Council of Stone oversight, Alun-Tar is home to a mixed population, including non-Orasian field workers, supply handlers, and seasonal trade laborers. It functions as a resupply hub and provisioning station for caravans crossing the Vale.
+|Introduction=Alun-Tar is a practical agricultural settlement located along the central span of the Va-Djes Road in the Sanctuary Vale. It is one of the few functioning farm zones in the region, known for dry-field cultivation and access to the lower [[Sora River]]. The population is mixed, with a non-Duranthi majority comprising seasonal laborers, trade handlers, and settlers from outside Terasil. The site serves as a critical provisioning stop for caravans and travelers traversing the Vale.
-|Geography=Situated along the western edge of the [[Sora Basin]], Alun-Tar rests on flat land bordered by dry scrub hills and shallow irrigation routes fed by nearby runoff channels. Fields of drought-resistant crops stretch across low embankments, with storage halls and water collectors positioned near the main road. The climate is dry and temperate, with brief rain cycles during convergence seasons.
+|Geography=Set along the western edge of the [[Sora Basin]], Alun-Tar occupies flat land surrounded by low hills and shallow irrigation routes. Drought-tolerant crops are cultivated along gently terraced fields, with storage and water collection structures positioned close to the main road. The environment is dry but steady, with short rainy periods during seasonal convergence.
-|History=Alun-Tar was established under Council permit as an experimental farming zone in the aftermath of the [[Great Erosion]]. Its land was initially prepared by Orasian surveyors, but cultivation was undertaken primarily by settlers from beyond Terasil. Over time, the settlement grew into a logistical waypoint and food source for deeper Vale settlements and spiritual enclaves.
+|History=Originally granted as a Council-permitted farming zone after the [[Great Erosion]], Alun-Tar was surveyed by Duranthi crews but settled and cultivated by workers from beyond Terasil. It evolved into a stable waypoint for caravans and a food source for nearby outposts and temporary settlements.
-|Notable Locations=* Irrigation Fields – Dry-farmed grain and root crop beds organized into narrow divisions.
+|Notable Locations=* Irrigation Fields – Stretches of cultivated land arranged for low-water usage and drainage efficiency.
-* Roadfront Market – A simple trade post for caravan exchange and seasonal storage.
+* Roadfront Market – A trading area for caravan resupply and temporary storage.
-* Lower Shelters – Worker housing and midday rest points aligned along the western road curve.
+* Lower Shelters – Basic housing and shaded rest zones for laborers and passing crews.
-|Culture and Society=Alun-Tar has a practical, task-driven culture with minimal ceremony. Labor cycles follow the sun and water flow, with seasonal gatherings organized more around trade rhythms than spiritual observance. While Orasian law is observed, daily life is less formal and more community-centered, with mixed linguistic and cultural habits.
+|Culture and Society=Alun-Tar emphasizes function over formality. The community follows a sun-driven work cycle with social interactions structured around trade and resource distribution. Law is enforced by Council stewards, but daily governance tends to be cooperative and locally administered. Cultural habits vary by group, and shared practices reflect a blend of frontier pragmatism and regional norms.
-|Economy=The settlement’s economy is based on dryland crop yields, food processing, and short-term supply contracts. Goods are bartered with passing caravans and long-range traders traveling between [[Va-Tar]] and [[Djes-Val]]. Alun-Tar also provides logistical support to nearby Council outposts and signal points.
+|Economy=The settlement supports itself through crop production, food preservation, and caravan-based supply exchange. Trade occurs frequently with passing merchants and settlements like [[Va-Tar]] and [[Djes-Val]]. Alun-Tar also contributes food and water reserves to surrounding Council relay stations.
-|Defense and Military=Alun-Tar is lightly patrolled by [[Stonewarden]] detachments on rotation from Reth-Val. No permanent military presence is maintained, though a small outpost structure exists for emergency relay. The flat terrain and visible sightlines allow for early warning if needed.
+|Defense and Military=Patrols by rotating [[Stonewarden]] units provide basic protection. No garrison is stationed permanently, though a small outpost exists for emergency response and relay communication. The open landscape allows for clear visibility and advance warning in case of threat.
-|Dangers and Threats=Risks include crop failure during low-flow seasons, dust storms, and territorial disputes among passing caravans. Though rare, migration of large fauna from the Fold has been observed during dry shifts. Settlement leaders enforce strict provisioning limits during lean cycles.
+|Dangers and Threats=Seasonal risks include water scarcity, dust storms, and roaming fauna from deeper wilderness zones. Trade conflicts and disputes over provisioning can occasionally cause friction among traveling groups. During low-yield years, the community enforces resource limits to maintain sustainability.
 }}
 [[Category:Settlements in the Sanctuary Vale]]
 [[Category:Council of Stone Holdings]]
 [[Category:Sora Basin]]