The Elder Scrolls: Tamriel

Nestled on the quiet shores of Lake Ilinalta, northeast of Falkreath, Half-Moon Mill appears at first to be a peaceful lumber operation, with stacked logs, a gently turning waterwheel, and smoke curling from the chimney of a modest lakeside home. Run by Hert and Hern, the mill supplies timber to Falkreath and passing caravans, and its secluded location makes it a convenient stop for travelers seeking rest. But the mill holds a darker secret. Though courteous, the owners are pale, reclusive, and only active at night—rarely seen during daylight hours. Strange sightings around the lake and whispers of drained livestock hint at something unnatural beneath their calm exterior. Despite this, no proof of wrongdoing has ever surfaced, and the locals, wary or not, continue to trade with the mill out of necessity. Half-Moon Mill remains quiet, efficient—and for those who look too closely—deeply unsettling.