Map of the Ruins in the Mistmarsh
At a location in the Mistmarsh chosen by the DM, two small hills arise from the surrounding reeds, pools, and moss-draped trees. These hills appear to be solid, perhaps earth-covered rock, unlike the surrounding swamp. The broader, western hill is topped by a small pool from which a stream flows down to the swamp during rainy times. A small, cavelike opening stands on its southern face. Signs are visible of many previous camps having been made here by human and dwarf explorers; possibly, items were left behind or buried here. Skeletons of swamp-dwelling carnivores litter the low (20-foot) hiil.
The smaller hill to the east is higher (35 feet) and a ruined castle stands atop it. The walls and six towers are mostly collapsed, and the roof over a long central building has caved in. The ruins are dwarven in make. As expected, mines exist below the castle, but the lower levels are flooded. Discovery and exploration of this ruin would answer many questions about the fate of a group of Greysmere dwarves who entered the Mistmarsh many decades ago following a map reportedly leading to a magical item or location.
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