Mushwoods

The Mushwoods is a forest located on Caivh Hwell's southeastern peninsula, its largest peninsula, known as Mushwood Mainland but commonly just referred to as the Mushwoods, although sometimes called Mushwood Neck by Nickwickians and Trepsiltonians who seek more equality with Mossellia, Caivh's capital.
The forest is known for its giant trees, thick canopy, darkness, and luminous and dangerous flora, fauna, and fungi, particularly its fungi.
The only settlement within the forest is the gnome capital, and the capital of Caivh Hwell, Mossellia. The Caivhway is the only road within the forest, connecting Mossellia to Cottagetown, which is located at the center of Caivh Hwell.
Faeries are said to have a secret ring within the woods.

Geography

The land is relatively flat, with small mounds and divets.  However, the ground is covered with roots, ferns, fungi, fallen logs, and layers of decomposing organic material, making travel difficult.

Localized Phenomena

Luminous fungi, perpetual darkness underneath the thick canopy overhead, faerie rings

Fauna & Flora

Flora:  Wailflower, dartrose, glowbulb, frillfern, Caivhan hemlock, octopus oak Fauna:  deer, bear, frog, panther, monkey, porcupine, boa, spider Fungi:  Ladytoe, sludgemaker, falsefruit, beastmaster, pupstring

Natural Resources

Various plants and components used in medicine and magic potions.

History

The Mushwoods' origins is steeped in mythology, having legendary roots.  Its trees are the tallest in Orcli, and it is home to many species only found in the woods, prized for medicinal and magical properties.  These goods are often exported to the markets of Hevedberg's Cw Mydru.

Alternative Name(s)

The Mush, the Woods, Mushwood Forest, Mushywoods, Mushwood Mainland, Mushwood Neck, the Mainland

Type

Forest

Location under

Caivh Hwell

Included Locations

• Bloodbog
• Cattail Frond
• Mossellia
• Prawn Peninsula
• Wightring

Inhabiting Species

• Madfall
• Mosfawr
• Ringtail