Travellers • Background (Public Access: RO Owner:seer)
Auckley, a small human outpost in an unfriendly world, is quite prosperous. The people are hearty, and prolific. They till the verdant soils, net fish from the waters, and carve and construct using the local timbers. They have been joined by some dour and stout friends: A splinter clan of dwarves have wended their way through the mountain tunnels, fighting past all manner of hostile goblins and adversaries. They see the world as a very dangerous place, and endlessly concern themselves with defense and fortification. Despite some deep seated differences, the two races have worked hand in hand, to make life in the Orrin Valley quite bearable.
Recent events have taken a shift for the worse. The valley seems to have lost contact with the outside world. The Vinewood to the west has overgrown all roads, and swallowed every hapless traveller who dares enter. The Northern Trade Road hasn't brought brought guests in years now, and those departing to the north are never heard from again. Goblins have been seen gathering in the mountains to the east. The men of the valley are looking inward, blaming others for the sour tidings. The dwarves are starting to close their gates, readying themselves for the great war they have long prophesized...