Ayrie Peak (AIR-ee PEEK)
A large, imposing mountain peak, towering above the rest of the Caledonia Mountains. Often shrouded in mist, it's said to have once been home to dragons, and may yet still have their hordes hidden somewhere. Few dare to search here, but the rumors keep adventurers talking, and the bravest among them to venture forth.
History
Rumors and Tales:
• The Cavern of Screams - The cave is located somewhere in the peak and is a large cavern some distance from the surface. From time to time, in the darkness, there are heart-wrenching screams of the dying or in pain. It is said that the souls of those betrayed come here to find solace in the company of their peers.
• Wild griffins also live in these mountains. It is said that some crazy or straight up foolish group of people has been trying to tame them for years now.
• Deep inside the caverns of the mountains, a very large tribe of kobolds thrive. They are uncommonly smarter than many others of their kind.
• Local laws have been put in place to discourage people from coming here for their own safety.
• A tiny village sits at the foot of these mountains. The villagers leave tribute in the form of livestock and valuables but no one knows whom the tribute is for.
• Centuries ago, a particularly powerful and evil red dragon named Vorudranaxx terrorized the countryside until he was put down by good-aligned dragons and a bunch of adventurers. Vorudranaxx's horde of clocks and timepieces was looted after his death.