Ormralva River

The Ormralva flows into the eastern Jakkan Mountains, snaking through the hills like its namesake. But its shape is not the only reason the Ormralva bears its serpentine name. The river is home to ice vipers, swimming poisonous snakes that thrive in the cold waters. The mountains surrounding the Ormralva are home to cadeer, frostbite foxes, and poffers. But while the hunting along the river valley should draw Clan Limgri or the Svalr, the dangers of the river herself are too great. Even Clan Morgöng sailors leave the river once it flows into the Jakkan foothills. The serpents below the water’s surface are trouble enough, but the danger worsens on land. Though the snakes spend much of their time below the waves, they nest on ground. Thus, the Ormralva’s banks are lined with viper pits, hidden by the snow, into which unsuspecting travelers might fall.

Despite these dangers, some do risk Ormralva’s hazards for the promise of treasure. There is said to be a spring at the mouth of the Ormralva that flows with liquid mithril. Many hopeful travelers have tried to reach the mouth, but few have survived, and those who do are too haunted to reveal the river’s secrets.