Driord
Born from the ashes of conflict and bestowed upon the Shatterbrand, Driord thrives as a trade hub, echoing with tales of its saviors and hopes of its residents.
Driord is a thriving, developing town located on the lush island province of Eidon in Pacura. As one approaches the town, they are greeted with the sound of a busy port and the sight of trade ships from across the region docking along the coast. The city is home to a diverse population, with Pacuran and Batgoblin living side by side, each practicing their own unique customs and beliefs.
The city is built in a warm, rainy wetland jungle, surrounded by thick canopies of trees that provide shade and shelter from the tropical downpours that frequently drench the city. Amidst the vibrant greenery, one can find the sprawling farmlands of the expert farmers who use magical techniques to grow crops year-round, ensuring that the city is always fed and prosperous.
In the muddy outskirts of Driord, a faction of Mudguard stays hidden in the mud covered shores for days while on watch, keeping the city safe from intruders and invaders. The Lord Regent of the city, Grek, is known for his caring and strategic mind, and the people of Driord trust in his leadership to keep the city safe.
One of the most remarkable features of Driord is its massive, smooth stone lighthouse located at the edge of the city. The previously abandoned building reminds the people that they can rebuild, and its towering presence can be seen from all corners of the city. It is called Blackroost and information flows through its pigeons, spies and messengers
Nestled on the lush island province of Eidon, Driord emerges as a beacon of trade and unity. Its bustling port, with ships anchored from distant realms, paints a vivid picture of prosperity and exchange. The rhythmic hum of the docks, intermingled with eager voices of tradesmen, showcases the town's position as a regional hub.
Architectural Tapestry: Driord stands as a mosaic of cultures, its structures reflecting both its history and its aspirations. Here, Pacuran designs meet Batgoblin aesthetics, giving birth to unique architectural marvels. The once somber Anchorage of Dhomas, now a testimony to resilience, overlooks the coast, standing guard against past tragedies.
Nature’s Embrace: Surrounded by the enigmatic Blindbat Jungle, Driord thrives in harmony with nature. The town is a haven amidst thick canopies, where the daily drizzle, summoned by the Weeping Willow, nurtures its expansive farmlands. Ensuring year-round harvests, these magical lands fortify Driord's position as the breadbasket of Pacura.
Guardians of Driord: The town's security is entrusted to the vigilant Mudguard. Camouflaged in the muddy outskirts, these elites, with their unique endurance training, act as the silent protectors. Their periodic feasts are a town spectacle, symbolizing both relief and celebration.
Leadership and Deception: The strategic leadership of Lord Regent Grek has earned Driord the trust of its citizens. However, beneath this trust lie the shadows of past deceptions. Figures like Karla Rakek, with covert intentions fueled by external adversaries, have tested Driord's unity. Yet, with the intervention of groups like the Shatterbrand, such threats have been quelled, further solidifying the town's unity.
Legacy of Renewal: Monuments like the Blackroost Lighthouse epitomize Driord's spirit of rejuvenation. Once abandoned, it now stands tall, its light piercing the maritime mist, guiding vessels and symbolizing hope. The covert activities within its walls, from pigeon messengers to spies, add layers to its legacy.
Festivals and Traditions: The Sansaint’s Festival, a winter event, brings both joy and poignant memories. While the town revels in festivities, it also remembers the dark days when the Cult of Vlox nearly cast a shadow over the celebrations.
Economic Vitality: Beyond its agricultural prowess, Driord is home to various guilds and establishments. From the meticulous metalwork of goblins like Fings to the administrative expertise of immigrants like Melysa Nesseth, the town pulsates with activity and enterprise.
In the heart of Pacura, Driord shines as a testament to resilience, diversity, and prosperity. It's a town that has faced trials, yet stands undeterred, looking toward a future as bright as the sun that bathes its shores.
Whispertails: These are luminescent, hummingbird-sized dragons that flit about the Blindbat Jungle. By day, their iridescent scales blend seamlessly with the foliage. By night, they glow softly, guiding lost travelers.
Jungle Moa: Standing about knee-high, these flightless birds have bright, multicolored plumage and a knack for mimicry. They often copy the sounds around them, leading to tales of "talking trees" in Eidon.
Vine Serpents: Slender, green snakes that have a symbiotic relationship with certain plants. They weave through the undergrowth, helping pollinate flowers in return for nectar. While not venomous, their rapid movements often startle unsuspecting wanderers.
Mudmantas: Living along the shores, these creatures resemble rays but move through mud flats instead of water. Their dorsal fins protrude from the mud, resembling plants, and help them absorb sunlight for energy.
Bamboo Drakes: Small, herbivorous lizards that primarily feast on bamboo shoots. Their tough jaws and sharp teeth allow them to efficiently chew through the tough plant. When threatened, they emit a loud, drum-like sound by tapping their tail against hollow bamboo trunks.
Shadowferns: Not exactly fauna, but these mobile plants have earned their place in local tales. By day, they root themselves and photosynthesize. By night, they use rudimentary limbs to move towards areas with richer soil or better sunlight.
Tidehoppers: Frog-like creatures that dwell in the tidal pools along Eidon's coast. Their skin has a shimmering, mirror-like quality, which reflects the moonlight and makes them almost invisible during nighttime high tides.
Crescent Moths: These nocturnal moths have wings shaped like crescent moons and are believed by locals to be messengers of the stormmother, Sootha. Their brief, sporadic appearances are often seen as omens.
Lunarferns: These silver-leaved ferns glow faintly in the moonlight, illuminating patches of the Blindbat Jungle. Local legends suggest they're a gift from the stormmother to light the way for lost souls.
Tidetangle Vines: Found along the coastal areas, these vines react to the saline content in the air. During high tide, they bloom with azure flowers, and during low tide, they retract and display thorny stems.
Whisperwillows: Unlike regular willow trees, these have translucent leaves that emit a soft, harmonious sound when rustled by the wind, reminiscent of whispered secrets.
Sapphire Caps: Bright blue mushrooms that thrive in the damp underbelly of the Blindbat Jungle. When disturbed, they release a cloud of spores that shimmer for a few seconds before settling.
Sunseeker Palms: Unique to Eidon's beaches, these palms have mobile roots, allowing them to slowly relocate to optimal sunlight spots over time.
Veilferns: Growing in the deeper, shadowed parts of the jungle, these ferns have a natural camouflage ability. Their fronds can take on the appearance of their surroundings, making them nearly invisible to the naked eye.
Bloomheart Trees: These trees have thick trunks with what appear to be heartbeat patterns. When in full bloom, the tree produces heart-shaped fruits with a sweet nectar inside, a local delicacy.
Moonlit Moss: Found predominantly around the Eidon Clearing, this moss absorbs sunlight during the day and emits a soft, blue luminescence at night, creating a dreamy landscape.
Guardian Grass: Growing around historical sites and landmarks, this tall grass has razor-sharp edges. Legends say it grew to protect sacred areas from intruders.
Drizzlebuds: Small, bulbous plants that react to the moisture levels in the air. When rain or drizzle is imminent, they bloom with tiny white flowers, making them nature's own weather predictors on Eidon.
Moonberries: A nocturnal crop unique to Eidon, these berries ripen under moonlight, absorbing its soft glow. When harvested, they emit a gentle luminescence and are used in many local desserts for their sweet and tangy flavor.
Golden Rice: A variant of rice with a shimmering golden hue when cooked. It's a staple grain of Eidon, celebrated for its rich nutritional content and slightly nutty flavor.
Tidetubers: Root vegetables that grow best in the sandy soils near the coast. They have a saline, earthy taste and are often used in local stews and roasts.
Jungle Maize: A taller and thicker variant of corn with deep green kernels. It's both consumed directly and used to make a popular local drink.
Blindbat Beans: Climbing vines that produce beans with a strong, caffeine-like effect. They're ground into a powder and brewed into a stimulating drink by locals.
Sootha's Tears: Tiny, droplet-shaped fruits that have a refreshing, watery taste. They're often eaten fresh or squeezed into a rejuvenating juice.
Lunarlettuce: A leafy green that glows faintly at night, much like the Lunarferns. It's a favorite in local salads and is believed to have calming properties when consumed.
Stormspice: A herb known for its intense, peppery kick. It's used sparingly in dishes to add heat and is believed to be favored by the storm gods.
Cane Reeds: Tall, sturdy plants used both for their sweet stalks, which are processed into sugars and syrups, and for their tough exterior, useful for building and crafting.
Eidon Eggplants: Large, bulbous vegetables with a deep purple, almost black color. They have a creamy texture when cooked and are a staple in many traditional dishes.
small village burnt down by Lord Thormund. Rebuilt into a colony by the Shatterbrand.
Influence Level: 7
Leader: Grek
Title: Regent
Faction: Shatterbrand
Disposition: Positive
Alliance: None
Allies: Maximus Tempest Silverstaff Family Pyrus Aero Cross Family Goran Sablic Many Others I Don't Want to Write Currently Enemies: Harrowers Kingfishers Typhon Army Zephyrn Fleet Grimbind Family Thunderfen Goldsmiths The Triade Grey Mages Timekeepers Probably Much More
Religion: Various
Wealth: Low
Resources: Timber Fish Mud Jam Meat Eidon Epoch Gyaron Gazette Melanchordion
Military: Rangers of the Cardinalhood Mudguards Batgoblin Hunters Wardens of Gyaron Wolves of Greywyn Undesirables of Clarion
Ambitions: Great Question
Family: ???
Secrets: Yuri is a bird
Driord is a thriving, developing town located on the lush island province of Eidon in Pacura. As one approaches the town, they are greeted with the sound of a busy port and the sight of trade ships from across the region docking along the coast. The city is home to a diverse population, with Pacuran and Batgoblin living side by side, each practicing their own unique customs and beliefs.
The city is built in a warm, rainy wetland jungle, surrounded by thick canopies of trees that provide shade and shelter from the tropical downpours that frequently drench the city. Amidst the vibrant greenery, one can find the sprawling farmlands of the expert farmers who use magical techniques to grow crops year-round, ensuring that the city is always fed and prosperous.
In the muddy outskirts of Driord, a faction of Mudguard stays hidden in the mud covered shores for days while on watch, keeping the city safe from intruders and invaders. The Lord Regent of the city, Grek, is known for his caring and strategic mind, and the people of Driord trust in his leadership to keep the city safe.
One of the most remarkable features of Driord is its massive, smooth stone lighthouse located at the edge of the city. The previously abandoned building reminds the people that they can rebuild, and its towering presence can be seen from all corners of the city. It is called Blackroost and information flows through its pigeons, spies and messengers
Nestled on the lush island province of Eidon, Driord emerges as a beacon of trade and unity. Its bustling port, with ships anchored from distant realms, paints a vivid picture of prosperity and exchange. The rhythmic hum of the docks, intermingled with eager voices of tradesmen, showcases the town's position as a regional hub.
Architectural Tapestry: Driord stands as a mosaic of cultures, its structures reflecting both its history and its aspirations. Here, Pacuran designs meet Batgoblin aesthetics, giving birth to unique architectural marvels. The once somber Anchorage of Dhomas, now a testimony to resilience, overlooks the coast, standing guard against past tragedies.
Nature’s Embrace: Surrounded by the enigmatic Blindbat Jungle, Driord thrives in harmony with nature. The town is a haven amidst thick canopies, where the daily drizzle, summoned by the Weeping Willow, nurtures its expansive farmlands. Ensuring year-round harvests, these magical lands fortify Driord's position as the breadbasket of Pacura.
Guardians of Driord: The town's security is entrusted to the vigilant Mudguard. Camouflaged in the muddy outskirts, these elites, with their unique endurance training, act as the silent protectors. Their periodic feasts are a town spectacle, symbolizing both relief and celebration.
Leadership and Deception: The strategic leadership of Lord Regent Grek has earned Driord the trust of its citizens. However, beneath this trust lie the shadows of past deceptions. Figures like Karla Rakek, with covert intentions fueled by external adversaries, have tested Driord's unity. Yet, with the intervention of groups like the Shatterbrand, such threats have been quelled, further solidifying the town's unity.
Legacy of Renewal: Monuments like the Blackroost Lighthouse epitomize Driord's spirit of rejuvenation. Once abandoned, it now stands tall, its light piercing the maritime mist, guiding vessels and symbolizing hope. The covert activities within its walls, from pigeon messengers to spies, add layers to its legacy.
Festivals and Traditions: The Sansaint’s Festival, a winter event, brings both joy and poignant memories. While the town revels in festivities, it also remembers the dark days when the Cult of Vlox nearly cast a shadow over the celebrations.
Economic Vitality: Beyond its agricultural prowess, Driord is home to various guilds and establishments. From the meticulous metalwork of goblins like Fings to the administrative expertise of immigrants like Melysa Nesseth, the town pulsates with activity and enterprise.
In the heart of Pacura, Driord shines as a testament to resilience, diversity, and prosperity. It's a town that has faced trials, yet stands undeterred, looking toward a future as bright as the sun that bathes its shores.
Whispertails: These are luminescent, hummingbird-sized dragons that flit about the Blindbat Jungle. By day, their iridescent scales blend seamlessly with the foliage. By night, they glow softly, guiding lost travelers.
Jungle Moa: Standing about knee-high, these flightless birds have bright, multicolored plumage and a knack for mimicry. They often copy the sounds around them, leading to tales of "talking trees" in Eidon.
Vine Serpents: Slender, green snakes that have a symbiotic relationship with certain plants. They weave through the undergrowth, helping pollinate flowers in return for nectar. While not venomous, their rapid movements often startle unsuspecting wanderers.
Mudmantas: Living along the shores, these creatures resemble rays but move through mud flats instead of water. Their dorsal fins protrude from the mud, resembling plants, and help them absorb sunlight for energy.
Bamboo Drakes: Small, herbivorous lizards that primarily feast on bamboo shoots. Their tough jaws and sharp teeth allow them to efficiently chew through the tough plant. When threatened, they emit a loud, drum-like sound by tapping their tail against hollow bamboo trunks.
Shadowferns: Not exactly fauna, but these mobile plants have earned their place in local tales. By day, they root themselves and photosynthesize. By night, they use rudimentary limbs to move towards areas with richer soil or better sunlight.
Tidehoppers: Frog-like creatures that dwell in the tidal pools along Eidon's coast. Their skin has a shimmering, mirror-like quality, which reflects the moonlight and makes them almost invisible during nighttime high tides.
Crescent Moths: These nocturnal moths have wings shaped like crescent moons and are believed by locals to be messengers of the stormmother, Sootha. Their brief, sporadic appearances are often seen as omens.
Lunarferns: These silver-leaved ferns glow faintly in the moonlight, illuminating patches of the Blindbat Jungle. Local legends suggest they're a gift from the stormmother to light the way for lost souls.
Tidetangle Vines: Found along the coastal areas, these vines react to the saline content in the air. During high tide, they bloom with azure flowers, and during low tide, they retract and display thorny stems.
Whisperwillows: Unlike regular willow trees, these have translucent leaves that emit a soft, harmonious sound when rustled by the wind, reminiscent of whispered secrets.
Sapphire Caps: Bright blue mushrooms that thrive in the damp underbelly of the Blindbat Jungle. When disturbed, they release a cloud of spores that shimmer for a few seconds before settling.
Sunseeker Palms: Unique to Eidon's beaches, these palms have mobile roots, allowing them to slowly relocate to optimal sunlight spots over time.
Veilferns: Growing in the deeper, shadowed parts of the jungle, these ferns have a natural camouflage ability. Their fronds can take on the appearance of their surroundings, making them nearly invisible to the naked eye.
Bloomheart Trees: These trees have thick trunks with what appear to be heartbeat patterns. When in full bloom, the tree produces heart-shaped fruits with a sweet nectar inside, a local delicacy.
Moonlit Moss: Found predominantly around the Eidon Clearing, this moss absorbs sunlight during the day and emits a soft, blue luminescence at night, creating a dreamy landscape.
Guardian Grass: Growing around historical sites and landmarks, this tall grass has razor-sharp edges. Legends say it grew to protect sacred areas from intruders.
Drizzlebuds: Small, bulbous plants that react to the moisture levels in the air. When rain or drizzle is imminent, they bloom with tiny white flowers, making them nature's own weather predictors on Eidon.
Moonberries: A nocturnal crop unique to Eidon, these berries ripen under moonlight, absorbing its soft glow. When harvested, they emit a gentle luminescence and are used in many local desserts for their sweet and tangy flavor.
Golden Rice: A variant of rice with a shimmering golden hue when cooked. It's a staple grain of Eidon, celebrated for its rich nutritional content and slightly nutty flavor.
Tidetubers: Root vegetables that grow best in the sandy soils near the coast. They have a saline, earthy taste and are often used in local stews and roasts.
Jungle Maize: A taller and thicker variant of corn with deep green kernels. It's both consumed directly and used to make a popular local drink.
Blindbat Beans: Climbing vines that produce beans with a strong, caffeine-like effect. They're ground into a powder and brewed into a stimulating drink by locals.
Sootha's Tears: Tiny, droplet-shaped fruits that have a refreshing, watery taste. They're often eaten fresh or squeezed into a rejuvenating juice.
Lunarlettuce: A leafy green that glows faintly at night, much like the Lunarferns. It's a favorite in local salads and is believed to have calming properties when consumed.
Stormspice: A herb known for its intense, peppery kick. It's used sparingly in dishes to add heat and is believed to be favored by the storm gods.
Cane Reeds: Tall, sturdy plants used both for their sweet stalks, which are processed into sugars and syrups, and for their tough exterior, useful for building and crafting.
Eidon Eggplants: Large, bulbous vegetables with a deep purple, almost black color. They have a creamy texture when cooked and are a staple in many traditional dishes.
small village burnt down by Lord Thormund. Rebuilt into a colony by the Shatterbrand.
Influence Level: 7
Leader: Grek
Title: Regent
Faction: Shatterbrand
Disposition: Positive
Alliance: None
Allies: Maximus Tempest Silverstaff Family Pyrus Aero Cross Family Goran Sablic Many Others I Don't Want to Write Currently Enemies: Harrowers Kingfishers Typhon Army Zephyrn Fleet Grimbind Family Thunderfen Goldsmiths The Triade Grey Mages Timekeepers Probably Much More
Religion: Various
Wealth: Low
Resources: Timber Fish Mud Jam Meat Eidon Epoch Gyaron Gazette Melanchordion
Military: Rangers of the Cardinalhood Mudguards Batgoblin Hunters Wardens of Gyaron Wolves of Greywyn Undesirables of Clarion
Ambitions: Great Question
Family: ???
Secrets: Yuri is a bird
Founders
Type
Town
Location under
Included Locations
- Antiguo's Pottery Shop
- Azalea's Animal Care Centre
- Blackroost - Islet Establishment
- Church of Dhara - Driord
- Darkdance Bookshop
- Decommisioned Unorthodox Church
- Delicious Iguana Jams
- Dhara's Hammer Forge
- Driord Artillery
- Driord Assassin's Guild
- Driord Barbarian's Camp
- Driord Bard's Theatre
- Driord Barracks
- Driord Builder's Union
- Driord Church of Creseident
- Driord Church of Sootha
- Driord Cleric's Church
- Driord Dining Hall
- Driord Distillery and Smokes
- Driord Druid's Home
- Driord Fester of Foulrot
- Driord Fighter Home
- Driord Fish Market
- Driord Fleetyard
- Driord General Store
- Driord Gyaron Gazette
- Driord Healer
- Driord Hunter's Guild
- Driord Immigration Services
- Driord Kishar's Grove
- Driord Mage's Guild
- Driord Main Hall
- Driord Memorial Gardens
- Driord Mercenary Guild
- Driord Monk's Home
- Driord Morale Statues
- Driord Musicians Guild
- Driord Nymbus of Shoreez
- Driord Paladin's Chapel
- Driord Pig Pen
- Driord Pigeon Package Postal Place
- Driord Ranger's Home
- Driord Ranger's Nest
- Driord Residential Homes
- Driord Retirement Home
- Driord Rogue's Home
- Driord School
- Driord Seawalls
- Driord Town Jail
- Driord Warlock's Fane
- Driord Werewolf Den
- Driord Wild Men Hut
- Driord Wizard's Library
- Driord Writer's Guild
- Eidon Border Security
- Eleleth's Landing
- Faebread Factory - Driord
- Iced Milk Stand
- Island Merkaynian Enclave
- Lighthouse Tavern
- Maple and Skuff's Farm
- Mildred's Inn
- Miles' Mudshop
- Milosian Wears
- Quakur's Metalshop
- Remi's Arena
- Shrike's Magic Shop
- Triss' Home
- Wheatley Woah Bakery
Owner/Ruler
Additional Rulers/Owners
Owning Organization
Characters in Location
- Ahlyn Eest
- Alart Eest
- Aleksandros
- Annica Doon
- Antiguo
- Antirran
- Aria Grassbank
- Arina Jovdottir
- Armie
- Asmund Stormcall
- Azalea
- Bark
- Beata Breakspear
- Besir Susic
- Bonaparte Wilderest
- Brandi Miloest
- Burnout
- Bwoblin
- Dhomas Eest
- Diggory Eest
- Dimia Eest
- Eddyn Eest
- Eimear Urvam
- Eleen Doon
- Fings
- Francisca
- Gaf-Fo
- Garvin
- Gerryl
- Grai Cross
- Grawin Gemblebemble
- Grek
- Herrik
- Hyzz
- Ignatius
- Isabeau Eest
- Izill Darkdance
- Jax
- Jhalzas Eest
- Jheldes Eest
- Joseph Dexter Dundy
- Karla Rakek
- Kle’d-Uruk
- Lishara
- Lorcan Rochfort
- Magdalyn - Reborn
- Mallikent Eest
- Maple
- Marge Nesseth
- Marve Nesseth
- Melysa Nesseth
- Miles the Mudman
- Millie Eest
- Mother Mildred
- Murz
- Nihada Susic
- Nob
- Norbac Graybore
- Nug
- Odelina Eest
- Osbina
- Paddy Knackle
- Petr the Plopper
- Quakur of the Metalsmiths
- Ragnan
- Rahnas Eest
- Razi
- Remi Fevold
- Riona Rochfort
- Risto Gajda
- Sable Tevesh
- Seamus
- Shrike
- Sikai Eest
- Sindila
- Skalden
- Skuff
- Snerz
- Sol Darkdance
- Sor'Kosh
- Sossari Blackeye
- Stefan the Stump
- Strife
- Stuma
- Sudz
- Tabby Knackle
- Tarok
- Tia Dawnseer
- Tibb Eest
- Tursin
- Urnyn Eest
- Vahlas Eest
- Velnar Daevein
- Vorvos Eest
- Vujan
- Wal'Du
- Watcher
- Weseley Twobirch
- Wilni
- Yarryn Eest
- Zoddos Eest
- Zogos Eest
- Zom