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Dark Fantasy

Ashen Lands

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A realm of ancient treasures and forgotten magic, where dragons once ruled with fire.


Author's Note: A classic DnD-style campaign set in a dark fantasy world. To share feedback or report issues, contact me here: https://discord.com/channels/1087479995083018372/1345866598908432486 It is recommended that all non-featured characters start in their original locations.
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Blackrat Alley

Blackrat Alley

A narrow, filthy street lined with crumbling buildings and the stench of decay. Shadowy figures linger in the dim light, and whispers of crime fill the air. Few dare to walk here after dark.

Blackthorn Ward

Blackthorn Ward

The poorest part of the Drakenstone, where poverty reigns and survival is a daily struggle. It’s rife with crime, disease, and filth, yet people persist

Drakenstone

Drakenstone

Legends say that Drakenstone stands where dragons once made their nests, until humans arrived and defeated them. In the wake of their fall, humans established the city, which now flourishes through mining, trade, and craftsmanship. Surrounded by towering mountains and untamed forests of the Tiryndor region, Drakenstone is a hub of life, offering both fortune and danger to adventurers seeking glory.

Eldenrest

Eldenrest

The village of Eldenrest lies at the edge of Tiryndor’s misty pine forests, not far from the River Thalen. Life moves at a steady pace, shaped by the land's unforgiving nature and the old paths that wind through the woods. Among the towering pines, ancient oaks grow within the village, lending a sense of calm to the surroundings. The people live with quiet determination, their lives guided by tradition and the steady work of hunters who understand the forest’s dangers. Though Drakenstone city looms far beyond, Eldenrest faces its hardships and endures with quiet strength.

Goldenreach Ward

Goldenreach Ward

The nightlife of the Drakenstone city thrives here. Taverns, brothels, and inns line the narrow streets, offering a respite for adventurers, travelers, and those looking to drown their sorrows. It’s a place where stories are told, rumors spread, and fortunes are won and lost over drinks.

Greywood Forest

Greywood Forest

A dense, shadowed forest at the edge of the southern mountains, located within Tiryndor, where thick mist winds through towering pines and the distant howls of wolves drift on the air. The forest feels ancient, its roots entwined with secrets of old. Few dare to venture deep within, for the land is watched by unseen eyes, and dangers lurk in the darkness, waiting for those who stray too far.

Hearthway Ward

Hearthway Ward

Home to the everyday people of the Drakenstone city, Hearthway is full of simple, worn homes and quiet streets. The air is thick with the scent of food and smoke, and the low murmur of daily life fills the narrow alleys.

Highgard Ward

Highgard Ward

Highgard is home to the Drakenstone city's council leaders and the elite members of the City Guard, serving as the core of governance and authority. Here, the High Order shapes decisions, while the City Guard maintain the safety and integrity of the most crucial structures. It’s a place of strategic value, where laws are both created and upheld.

Hollow Deeps

Hollow Deeps

Beneath the city of Drakenstone lies Hollow Deeps—a vast labyrinth of tunnels, vaults, and cavernous halls, lost to time. The origins of the ruins remain a mystery, its builders vanished long time ago, leaving behind cryptic carvings and symbols that pulse with a faint, unnatural glow. Miners and scavengers search the depths for rare metals and lost relics, but many never return. Rumors speak of unseen watchers, shifting shadows, and doors that close on their own. Some believe the ruins are empty, long abandoned—others fear that something still lingers in the darkness, waiting.

Ironholt Market

Ironholt Market

A bustling trade hub in the Drakenstone, where all merchants from Ashen Lands gather. Stalls brim with exotic goods, enchanted trinkets, and rare magical artifacts, while the air swirls with the rich scent of spices and the hum of mystic energies. Lanterns cast a golden glow over the busy crowd, their flickering light adding a hint of magic and mystery to the lively market.

Stonehaven Ward

Stonehaven Ward

A part of the Drakenstone dedicated to knowledge, magic, and study. Scholars, mages, and sages gather in this quiet quarter, poring over ancient tomes and conducting research. Libraries filled with forbidden and arcane texts stand throughout, offering both wisdom and peril.

Tiryndor

Tiryndor

Tiryndor is a mist-covered region of dense forests and towering mountains, located within the Ashen Lands—a harsh and unforgiving realm where villages struggle to survive, and cities are few and far between. At the heart of Tiryndor stands Drakenstone, the only city within the region.

Velciran Forest

Velciran Forest

Velciran Forest lies at the heart of Tiryndor, its towering pines and rugged terrain making it a challenging passage for travelers. A stillness settles in the air, carrying an unspoken warning, as if the forest quietly waits for something to unfold. But danger doesn’t come only from the forest’s shadows—those driven by guilt or greed often stalk these trails, drawn by the ancient secrets and the lure of easy prey.

This work includes material taken from the System Reference Document 5.1 (“SRD 5.1”) by Wizards of the Coast LLC . The SRD 5.1 is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
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