Griefcleft Mountains

Summary

The Griefcleft Mountains are a mountain range that buttresses the eastern edge of the Idol Hollows, dividing it from the tainted jungles of Aveidoora beyond. Amber Reach is nestled against these mountains, using them as a natural barrier against threats from the east.

Geography

The Griefcleft Mountains form a formidable natural barrier:

• Tall peaks that pierce the ever-darkened sky
• Treacherous passes that few dare to traverse
• Hidden valleys that may shelter unknown communities
• Caves and tunnels that could lead anywhere—or nowhere

Significance

The mountains serve multiple purposes for The Enduring:

• Natural defense for Amber Reach against eastern threats
• Source of stone and minerals for those brave enough to mine
• Potential shelter for ridgeborne communities
• Barrier against the tainted jungles of Aveidoora

Points of Interest

• Mountain passes - Dangerous routes to lands beyond
• Mining sites - Abandoned or active extraction points
• Hidden caves - Potential shelter or hidden dangers
• Ancient ruins - Remnants of pre-Apostasy structures

Dangers

• Treacherous terrain and extreme weather
• Umbra-Touched creatures adapted to high altitudes
• Unstable ground from ancient seismic damage
• Whatever lurks in the tainted jungles of Aveidoora

Aveidoora

Beyond the Griefcleft Mountains lies Aveidoora, a region of tainted jungles. Little is known about this area, as few who venture past the mountains return. The corruption there is said to be particularly virulent.