Meirig Peatlands
The Meirig Peatlands, located in the eastern region of the Isle of Baeddon within the Kingdom of Louth, are a vital source of natural resources, particularly peat, which is harvested and traded extensively throughout the Moontide Isles. Nestled near the town of Eastcross, the peatlands stretch over vast, mist-covered terrain, offering a seemingly endless supply of rich, dark peat. This spongy material, formed over centuries from decaying organic matter, is carefully extracted by skilled laborers who know the delicate balance required to harvest it without disturbing the natural and magical harmony of the land.
Peat is essential to the Kingdom of Louth, serving as a primary fuel source for heating homes, smelting metal, and crafting various goods. The peat gathered from the Meirig Peatlands is known for its high quality, burning longer and hotter than lesser varieties found elsewhere. As a result, it is a prized commodity, not just within the kingdom but also as a major trade resource, sent by barge from Eastcross to ports across the Isles. The harvesting process is done with great care, as the people of Louth are deeply aware of the fey influence over the land. Reverence for the natural and supernatural forces at play ensures that the peatlands remain fruitful and avoid the wrath of the fey spirits who are said to watch over the region.
While the peatlands are a hub of activity for workers, traders, and transporters, they remain a place of eerie beauty. The constant mist and boggy ground give the land an ethereal quality, and many believe the fey still dwell in the deepest parts of the peatlands, where untouched bogs stretch far beyond the reach of human intervention. Ancient standing stones and overgrown cairns dot the landscape, remnants of Daoine rituals that once called upon the power of the land and its fey guardians. Despite the economic importance of the Meirig Peatlands, the locals continue to make offerings and respect the old customs, knowing that the balance between extraction and reverence keeps both the land and the fey appeased.
The fey presence is most keenly felt during harvests near the untouched areas of the peatlands. Workers tell tales of strange lights hovering in the mist, and on rare occasions, tools are found mysteriously moved or missing—reminders that the peatlands are more than just a resource to be mined. This delicate balance of industry, magic, and tradition makes the Meirig Peatlands both a vital economic hub and a place of deep cultural significance within the Kingdom of Louth.
Type
Wetland / Swamp
Location under