Jotnar Spine
The Jotnar Spine is a formidable mountain range located in the northern reaches of the Isle of Askel, known for its harsh, unforgiving climate and the dangers that lurk within its towering peaks. Constantly battered by freezing winds and heavy snowfall, the Jotnar Spine endures some of the coldest weather in the Moontide Isles, making it a perilous place for travelers and adventurers alike.
These towering mountains are home to a number of dangerous inhabitants, chief among them being the frost giants, or Jotnar, for whom the range is named. The frost giants are ancient and powerful beings, towering over most other creatures, and they rule the Jotnar Spine with brutal authority. They are known to be fiercely territorial, attacking anyone who dares to venture too close to their strongholds within the mountains.
Aside from the frost giants, the Jotnar Spine is filled with other perils, including treacherous avalanches, frozen beasts, and monstrous creatures that thrive in the extreme cold. Some claim that the mountains are also home to mysterious and ancient magic, left behind by long-forgotten civilizations that once inhabited the peaks. These legends speak of hidden ruins and powerful relics buried deep within the ice, though few have been brave enough to seek them out.
The people of Askel, particularly those living in the shadow of the Jotnar Spine, hold a deep respect and fear for the mountains. While some adventurous souls attempt to climb the peaks or hunt the creatures that roam the slopes, most avoid the range entirely, leaving it to the frost giants and the other dangerous forces that dwell there.
The Jotnar Spine stands as a towering testament to the wild and untamed nature of northern Askel, a place where only the strongest and most resilient can hope to survive. Its icy peaks and fierce inhabitants make it one of the most dangerous regions in the Moontide Isles.