Shale Mountains

Shale Mountains: A Bleak Citadel of Shadow and Strife

Stretching across the horizon like a jagged scar, the Shale Mountains loom ominously in the Kingdom of Glenmara. Dark grey slate peaks pierce the heavens, their rugged surfaces devoid of the lush foliage that blankets the rest of the kingdom. The Shale Mountains stand as a stark testament to a realm where nature's generosity has yielded to the unforgiving embrace of raw, desolate terrain.
Slate Citadel: The Shale Mountains, composed of dense, dark grey slate, cast an imposing silhouette against the sky. The jagged peaks seem to defy the heavens, their angular forms creating a natural fortress that guards the secrets held within. These mountains, unlike the verdant landscapes of Glenmara, bear the scars of time and tumult, with sheer cliffs and rugged slopes that challenge any who dare to traverse them.
A Barren Expanse: Sparse and unforgiving, the Shale Mountains present a harsh contrast to the fertile lands that surround them. Here, the soil is thin, and the rocky terrain offers little purchase for plant life. The mountains' stoic barrenness stands in stark opposition to the vibrant woodlands that characterize much of Glenmara, creating an eerie sense of desolation that permeates the landscape.
Tribes of Strife: Within the confines of the Shale Mountains, hidden amidst the craggy peaks and narrow ravines, roam tribes of Goblins, Orcs, and Kobolds. These volatile clans, known for their skirmishes among themselves, occasionally muster enough bravery to venture beyond the mountains' borders. While individually no match for the prowess of the Glenwyr Rangers, their collective threat can disrupt the peace of Glenmara, particularly for unsuspecting travelers on the kingdom's roads.
Raids and Skirmishes: The tribes, driven by their own internal conflicts, periodically spill out from the Shale Mountains, attempting to raid Glenmara's settlements. The Glenwyr Rangers, vigilant defenders of the realm, stand as a formidable barrier, but the sporadic nature of these incursions adds an element of unpredictability to the otherwise serene kingdom. The roads, winding through the foothills of the Shale Mountains, become contested ground where travelers may find themselves caught in the crossfire of tribal skirmishes.

Type

Mountain Range

Location under

Kingdom of Glenmara

Contested By

• Glenwyr Rangers
• Royal House of Glenhart