Ancient Forge
A massive, well-maintained structure built into the heart of a mountain cave, powered by the energy of the ley lines.
Contents & Furnishings
- Glowing coals: The heart of the forge, kept burning day and night by the attentive care of the gnomes.
- Vast anvil: A massive, imposing tool, crafted from the finest metals and adorned with intricate runes, upon which the master craftsmen pound and shape the steel into weapons and armor.
- Fiery crucible: A cylindrical vessel set into the forge, used to melt and refine ores into pure metal for use in the smithing process.
- Chisels and hammers: A variety of tools, each designed for a specific purpose, such as shaping, sharpening, or polishing metal.
- Workbenches: Sturdy tables scattered around the cavern, littered with tools, materials, and works-in-progress.
- Apprentices: Young gnomes, eager to learn the craft, assist the master craftsmen with various tasks and observe their techniques.
- Ley line energy conduits: Constructed from rare crystals and enchanted metals, these conduits channel the raw energy of the ley lines into the forge, powering its operations and imbuing the finished products with arcane properties.
- Scrap heap: A pile of discarded metal shavings, broken tools, and failed experiments, serving as a testament to the learning process of the apprentices and the inevitable imperfections of the craft.
- Mining equipment: Tools and vehicles used by the gnomes to extract ore from the mountains and transport it back to the forge.
- Blackened walls: The cavern walls are stained with soot and ash, a testament to the years of continuous use and operation of the forge, lending the entire space an aura of industrialized majesty.
Type
Room, Special, Forge
Parent Location
Owning Organization
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