Paththorn

Paththorn is a small outpost that lays on the northern section of the border between Urushee and Ionin. Due to the destruction of Ionin during the collapse, the area surrounding the border has long since been reduced to a dustbowl, but over the following centuries the levels of Arcane Irradiation have lowered to non-threatening levels, allowing it to be settled. Despite this, there remains little in the way of resources to justify settlements existing in the remote areas, other than to service prospectors and scavengers wishing to brave the dangers of Ionin for their own goals.

Purpose & Society

Paththorn functions first and foremost as a service stop for Vehicles, with travellers stopping by to replenish supplies and fuel for transportation. However, as there are no notable mechanics in the surrounding areas of Ionin, it also serves as a safe haven for individuals who run into danger or need a location of respite from the threats of the wasteland.
To this end, Paththorn holds a small Sheriff's office that oversees the safety of the surrounding areas and its inhabitants. Due to the remote nature of the location, they are also typically required to monitor activities of Bandits and Smugglers trying to avoid the scrutiny of Urusheen officials inland.
While there is no true leadership heirarchy to Paththorn, the current proprietor of the General Store, Tabbatha, is reportedly the individual most involved with settling disputes among the residents.

History

Paththorn was founded in 1161 by an enterprising guild of merchants seeking to capitalize on the recent discoveries of Ionin's irradiated civilizations, and the prospects of potentially priceless old world technology being recoverable from the land. While initially successful, the dangers of the former Nation State would soon discourage the majority of prospectors over the coming months, leading to a sharp downfall in activity in the surrounding area. As such, development of Paththorn stopped shortly after, leaving it as the small Outpost it is known for today.

Type

Outpost / Base

Location under

North Urushee