Noron's Keep (K3)
Noron's Keep is an isolated, independent stronghold at the northern end of the Sorkin Mountains near the source of the Kald River. The keep is held by Noron, a seven-foot-tall humanoid who is one of the Pradeyalkri. Rumored attributes of this half-giant include immortality and the ability to shape-change. He and his 11 sons, all more than six feet tall, rule some 30 families of serfs of Taeldan origin who have much greater freedom than in most feudal settlements. The major form of recreation for this unusual clan is the extraction of excessive tolls from users of the trail, sometimes as much as half the goods carried; few argue. However, Noron has been known to refund the toll if travelers (who are generally lodged for the night in his huge barn) can spin a good yarn. Noron is wisely treated as being of noble status by most visitors. If he takes a liking to a party, he is inclined to treat them as guests, provisioning them as necessary, sometimes most generously.
Industry & Trade
Self sufficent, save for the tarriffs charged for goods transported through Noron's Way
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