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'''WIKISEED FROM CATALOGUE :''' Lair of [[Galf Kloggin]]''(Please edit freely, then remove this note and WIKISEED label)''
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The Forest of Shadows is a [[region]] of [[forest]] within the [[domain]] of [[Darkon]].
 
==Overview==
Also known as the [[Silva Umbrosa]]<ref name="Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 13">[[Ravenloft Gazetteer II]] p. 13</ref>, the '''Forest of Shadows''' is one of [[Darkon|Darkon's]] [[Regions of Darkon|six regions]], that in particular of west central and southern Darkon with the [[Rivalis]] found just within its northwestern frontier, [[Il Aluk]] lying just beyond its northern frontier, and [[Corvia]] found just beyond its eastern frontier. The surrounding regions are the [[Jagged Coast]] to the northwest, the [[Mistlands]] to the north, the [[Boglands]] to the northeast, and the [[Mountains of Misery]] to the east. The region passed into the control of [[Galf Kloggin]], a wererat and bandit leader based in Rivalis, during the absence of [[Azalin Rex]]. As of [[757 BC]], he still lurks there even after Azalin's return, much to the chagrin of the [[Nartok Guard]] that patrols the forest with a warrant for his arrest<ref name="Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 14">[[Ravenloft Gazetteer II]] p. 14</ref>.
 
The Forest has been described as a dark expanse of wilderlands, where the [[tree]] canopy prevents most [[sunlight]] from reaching the forest floor for a good percentage of the year. The Forest has long been the subject of various fanciful [[legend]]s, such as the existence of ash-[[dappled unicorn]]s or [[ghost]]ly [[tree]]s that walk. [["S"]] notes the tale of a bell tower that emerged from the earth and meandered throughout the forest, only to collapse over the edge of some [[cliffs]] near [[Nartok]] in [[693 BC]]<ref name="Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 13">[[Ravenloft Gazetteer II]] p. 13</ref>. {{Spec|This story must refer to the [[Caidin's Tower of Doom|Tower of Doom]] created by [[Baron Caidin]] as the means to overthrow Azalin}}. Caidin and his Tower of Doom were ultimately destroyed in a power struggle with [[Wort]], the Tower landing at the base of [[Morrged's Leap]]<ref name="Tower of Doom (novel)">[[Tower of Doom]] (novel)</ref>. The remains of the bell tower still exist there to this day<ref name="Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 13">[[Ravenloft Gazetteer II]] p. 13</ref>.
 
The Forest of Shadows holds several [[community|communities]], including two major towns: [[Nartok]] and [[Rivalis]]<ref name="Domains of Dread p. 33">[[Domains of Dread]] p. 33</ref>. [[Creeana]] was a town of former importance until the rampage of [[the Whistling Fiend]] destroyed much of it in [[580 BC]]. Today, Creena exists as a mere [[thorp]], a shadow of its former self. Nonetheless, Creeana's future may be brighter as it has been chosen as a wayspot in the western extension of the upcoming [[Transumbra Road]]<ref name="Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 16">[[Ravenloft Gazetteer II]] p. 16</ref>.
 
==[[:category:Inhabitants of the Forest of Shadows|Inhabitants]] and Encounters in the Forest of Shadows==
 
As previously mentioned, the [[halfling]] [[Galf Kloggin]] leads a group of bandits that has thus far survived the intervention of [[law enforcement]]<ref name="Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 14">[[Ravenloft Gazetteer II]] p. 14</ref>.
 
Werewolves have been said to congregate during the [[full moon]]<ref name="Domains of Dread p. 33">[[Domains of Dread]] p. 33</ref>. [["S"]] notes the existence of several standing stone circles. According to rumor, these circles serve as meeting spots for the werewolves to howl in adoration of the [[Wolf God]]- their [[song]]s captivating unfortunate passersby<ref name="Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 13">[[Ravenloft Gazetteer II]] p. 13</ref>. [[Gennifer Weathermay-Foxgrove]] notes reports of a pack of [[afflicted werewolf|afflicted werewolves]] lurking in this forest. Gennifer speculates they must all derive from the same lycanthropic "bloodline" and likely may not know each other in [[human]] form but are nonetheless unconsciously drawn together during their monthly [[wolf]] transformations<ref>[[Van Richten's Arsenal]] p. 127</ref>.
 
In addition to the above threats, the Forest of Shadows is home to numerous [[giant spider]]s<ref name="Domains of Dread p. 33">[[Domains of Dread]] p. 33</ref>.


==[[Locations in the Forest of Shadows]]==
==[[Locations in the Forest of Shadows]]==
* [[Castle Avernus]]
* [[Castle Avernus]]
* [[Creeana]]
* [[Creeana]]
* [[Malanuv]]<ref>[[To Sleep With Evil]]</ref>
* [[Morrged's Leap]]<ref name="Tower of Doom (novel)">[[Tower of Doom]] (novel)</ref>
* [[Nartok]]
* [[Nartok]]
* [[Nartok Keep]]
* [[Rivalis]]
* [[Rivalis]]


[[Category:Forest]][[Category:Regions of Darkon]][[Category:Region]][[Category:Locations in Darkon]]
==Chronology==
*[[580 BC]]: [[the Whistling Fiend]] levels much of [[Creeana]], causing it to become mostly [[abandoned]]<ref name="Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 16">[[Ravenloft Gazetteer II]] p. 16</ref>.
*[[693 BC]]<ref name="Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 13">[[Ravenloft Gazetteer II]] p. 13</ref>: [[Caidin's Tower of Doom]] plummets off of Morrged's Leap<ref name="Tower of Doom (novel)">[[Tower of Doom]] (novel)</ref>.
*[[747 BC]] (approximately): [[Galf Kloggin]] begins bandit operations in the Forest of Shadows<ref name="Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 13">[[Ravenloft Gazetteer II]] p. 13</ref>.
*[[750 BC]]: '''Winter Solstice'''- [[The Requiem]] occurs, and Azalin Rex disappears in its wake. During the [[Shrouded Years]], the Forest of Shadows falls under Galf Kloggin's dominance<ref>[[Requiem: The Grim Harvest]]</ref>.
*[[755 BC]]: Azalin returns, gaining control over the Forest along with the rest of Darkon.
 
 
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Latest revision as of 13:42, 18 February 2021

The Forest of Shadows is a region of forest within the domain of Darkon.

Overview

Also known as the Silva Umbrosa[1], the Forest of Shadows is one of Darkon's six regions, that in particular of west central and southern Darkon with the Rivalis found just within its northwestern frontier, Il Aluk lying just beyond its northern frontier, and Corvia found just beyond its eastern frontier. The surrounding regions are the Jagged Coast to the northwest, the Mistlands to the north, the Boglands to the northeast, and the Mountains of Misery to the east. The region passed into the control of Galf Kloggin, a wererat and bandit leader based in Rivalis, during the absence of Azalin Rex. As of 757 BC, he still lurks there even after Azalin's return, much to the chagrin of the Nartok Guard that patrols the forest with a warrant for his arrest[2].

The Forest has been described as a dark expanse of wilderlands, where the tree canopy prevents most sunlight from reaching the forest floor for a good percentage of the year. The Forest has long been the subject of various fanciful legends, such as the existence of ash-dappled unicorns or ghostly trees that walk. "S" notes the tale of a bell tower that emerged from the earth and meandered throughout the forest, only to collapse over the edge of some cliffs near Nartok in 693 BC[1]. This story must refer to the Tower of Doom created by Baron Caidin as the means to overthrow Azalin. Caidin and his Tower of Doom were ultimately destroyed in a power struggle with Wort, the Tower landing at the base of Morrged's Leap[3]. The remains of the bell tower still exist there to this day[1].

The Forest of Shadows holds several communities, including two major towns: Nartok and Rivalis[4]. Creeana was a town of former importance until the rampage of the Whistling Fiend destroyed much of it in 580 BC. Today, Creena exists as a mere thorp, a shadow of its former self. Nonetheless, Creeana's future may be brighter as it has been chosen as a wayspot in the western extension of the upcoming Transumbra Road[5].

Inhabitants and Encounters in the Forest of Shadows

As previously mentioned, the halfling Galf Kloggin leads a group of bandits that has thus far survived the intervention of law enforcement[2].

Werewolves have been said to congregate during the full moon[4]. "S" notes the existence of several standing stone circles. According to rumor, these circles serve as meeting spots for the werewolves to howl in adoration of the Wolf God- their songs captivating unfortunate passersby[1]. Gennifer Weathermay-Foxgrove notes reports of a pack of afflicted werewolves lurking in this forest. Gennifer speculates they must all derive from the same lycanthropic "bloodline" and likely may not know each other in human form but are nonetheless unconsciously drawn together during their monthly wolf transformations[6].

In addition to the above threats, the Forest of Shadows is home to numerous giant spiders[4].

Locations in the Forest of Shadows

Chronology


References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 13
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 14
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Tower of Doom (novel)
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Domains of Dread p. 33
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Ravenloft Gazetteer II p. 16
  6. ↑ Van Richten's Arsenal p. 127
  7. ↑ To Sleep With Evil
  8. ↑ Requiem: The Grim Harvest

Data from the Ravenloft Catalogue

Ravenloft Third Edition
Domains of Dread
Requiem: The Grim Harvest - Necropolis
Ravenloft Gazetteer Volume II

Ravenloft Third Edition - p116
Domains of Dread - p33
Requiem: The Grim Harvest - Necropolis - p4
Ravenloft Gazetteer Volume II - pp13-14

Requiem: The Grim Harvest - Poster Map
Ravenloft Gazetteer Volume II - p12

Forest of Shadows, The Forest of Shadows


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