Archives: Glossary Terms

Cult of the Crimson King

A rumored cult of religious followers who seek the knowledge of Nithiel, a long-dead eldar king who sought to bring order to Uteria. They are gaining power in Kowal, especially now that they are being led by a mysterious figure named Holloweye.

Cutlass Tavern

A seedy bar located by the Seagull Bay, where most of the docks of Ferryport are located. This is a hole in the wall drinking spot with an assorted patronage of mostly villains and cutthroats.

Dael

Dael is a very old blind man. He is weak, and has never adventured until now—this is his very first. He is out of shape and suffers from myriad aches and pains, though he does move around well enough. He was born without vision, though his hearing is exceptional, and he feels a deep connection … Read more

Dark Return

A name given to the return of magic and creatures thought lost since the Great War. The supposed first instance of the Return was in 5677, in the small town of Raven’s Rift, somewhere out west. It’s an easy date to remember, it was the same year I was born. My mother never let me … Read more

Darkwinter

The winter solstice in Atheles is called Darkwinter or Onwinter (Westlands). It is celebrated with a feast and gift giving. It has long been a special night to celebrate the end of  long nights and the welcoming of the longer days.

Darkwinter Tavern

Darkwinter Tavern was opened after the long winter of ’93. Owned and run by Rob Bevaskin, a war veteran and ex merchant. He made his money taking supplies through the harsh lands between the neighboring cities, but “retired” by opening the tavern. It is a popular place in Kowal for travelers, adventurers, and soldiers.   … Read more

Darkwood

Darkwood was created by humans as a way to mimic Feywood. This rare processed wood is as hard as normal wood but very light. Any wooden or mostly wooden item (such as a bow, an arrow, or a spear) made from darkwood is considered a masterwork item and weighs only half as much as a normal … Read more

Death Takers Guild

A guild of morticians and embalmers.  They were very important to the city during the many plagues, as they disposed of the diseased bodies. Since then, they have continue to serve the cities in their time of grief, for the right price.

Death’s Eye Spider

Death’s Eye Spider A giant brown spider, known only in the Kaelnor forest, derives its name from a ghostly white oval on its abdomen. It is a hunting spider, and does not use webs to capture its prey.   Death Eye spiders are used by the Arnach Goblins as a means of attack and transportation. … Read more