The Forgotten Realms [Fan Version]

Layer 248, the Hidden Layer, within the infinite, chaotic expanse of the Abyss, is a tempestuous realm of unrelenting fury. Ravaged by perpetual lightning storms, torrential rains, and gale-force winds, it presents a hostile landscape dominated by dense, deadly forests. Here, assassin vines, bloodthorns, ironmaws, and viper trees thrive, creating a verdant yet lethal environment. Once the domain of Eltab, Lord of the Hidden Layer, until his binding to the Prime Material Plane, the layer now witnesses constant power struggles among his balor lieutenants. Eltab's forced departure resulted in the scattering of demonic fragments, known as demoncysts, across Faerûn. The layer's inherent instability, characteristic of the Abyss, is amplified by its violent weather and predatory flora, making it a perilous destination even by abyssal standards. The ever-shifting nature of the Abyss ensures that only the most resilient creatures can survive its relentless onslaught.

The sky is perpetually darkened by storm clouds, illuminated by flashes of lightning that reveal twisted trees and thick underbrush. The air is thick with moisture, and the ground is often slick with rain, making movement treacherous.