The ghost town of Kaneli is a place of sorrow and lost memories that sits in long shadows near the once-thriving forest that fell victim to a devastating wildfire at the hands of
Flames of Chaos, unbeknownst to the people of
The Valley of Leshiven.
History and Prosperity
Once, Kaneli was a picturesque and lively town situated on the outskirts of the lush northeastern forests in Leshiven. It sat pinched and nestled between the right arm of the Mother Mountains and the coast, near the far end of the territory. It was a tight-knit community of hunters, woodcarvers, and herbal cigars makers. Kaneli was known for its warm hospitality, colorful festivals, and traditional craftsmanship, drawing visitors from neighboring regions.
Smaraldi's Birthplace
Kaneli was more than just any town; it held a special place in the heart of
Smaraldi: Second Eldest and Surely Wisest member of the Council of Elders. She was born and raised in this close-knit community, where she first discovered her deep connection to the First Forest and the Leshy spirits that guarded its serenity. Having left it at a young age, she still visited from time to time to share her bounty with theirs.
Devastation by Wildfire:
On one such fateful visit, Smaraldi discovered her home had been wiped out by a devastating wildfire. The once vibrant forest that provided sustenance and protection for the town was now consumed by an inferno of destruction. The wildfire raged with relentless fury, reducing the once-thriving town to ashes and leaving behind a haunting silence.
While they are common to
The Valley of Leshiven due to the
The Scar of Akrasia, they had never destroyed a village before. In her grief, she gave a heartfelt speech at
Cape Zaffre, known now as
"Solidarity, Our Shield", where a call was put put to ration food for the good of the community in the wake of disaster.
Abandoned Homes and Lost Memories
As the flames subsided, what was once a bustling community now stood as a ghost town, its streets empty and its buildings reduced to charred ruins. The remnants of Kaneli's former life, including half-standing walls, cracked pavements, and twisted metal, told a haunting tale of the disaster that had befallen the town.
Lost Souls and Haunting Whispers
The devastation left by the wildfire seemed to have trapped the essence of Kaneli's past within its abandoned structures. Visitors to the ghost town have reported hearing faint echoes of laughter and whispers of lost memories carried by the breeze. Some believe that the spirits of Kaneli's former residents linger, unable to leave the place they once called home.
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