Haukdalur

Haukdalur is a province where towering stone formations and an unforgiving landscape shape both its geography and culture. Snow-covered plains stretch beneath jagged rock faces, icy rivers carve through the land, and frozen waterfalls glisten like glass under the moonlight. Despite the isolation and bitter cold, Haukdalur remains a stronghold of yergralffe heritage, where ancient traditions endure and monumental structures define the province’s identity.  

The Stonemen of Hauk

Central to Haukdalur’s history are the Stonemen of Hauk, massive cairn-like structures rising over 30 feet in height. Built by the yergralffe in ancient times, these towering stone stacks mark areas of great importance, serving as both landmarks and cultural hubs. Cities have grown around them, their development shaped by the alignment and significance of the Stonemen. These structures are more than symbols—they are centres for trade, ceremony, and heritage. The large gaps at their bases are used for furnaces and forges, where the cold air is warmed by the fires of industry and tradition. During key ceremonies and gatherings, the Stonemen become the focal points for pyres and festival lights, illuminating the dark nights of Haukdalur.  

Settlements & Governance

The cities of Haukdalur remain deeply tied to their yergralffe roots, their streets shadowed by the ever-present Stonemen. Major settlements include:  
  • Raudugar, Grangar, and Hraftvroga – Thriving under the presence of the stone stacks, these cities remain bastions of yergralffe culture, where sacred rites and ancestral gatherings take place.
  • Stamtur – The political and ceremonial centre of Haukdalur. Originally meant to be a temporary capital, it has since become the seat of power for the Jaagr, where leaders meet to settle disputes under the watchful gaze of the Stonemen.
  • The Harsh Environment

    Haukdalur is a land of bitter cold and relentless snowfall, where freezing winds sweep across the tundra. Unlike the highland mountains and dense forests of other provinces, Haukdalur’s landscape is barren yet breathtaking, defined by jagged cliffs, frozen rivers, and deep ravines. Among its most famous natural wonders are the Frozen Falls, their frigid waters forever suspended in motion.  

    Wildlife of Haukdalur

    Only the hardiest creatures can survive in this unforgiving province.  
  • Adrarctic Cattle – Sturdy and resilient, they graze on the sparse tundra, providing a crucial food source.
  • White-Furred Lynx – Agile predators that prowl the land, preying on snow lemurs in the deep drifts.
  • Rimehorn Stag – A towering beast and a symbol of survival, its presence dominates the frozen landscape.
  • Woolly Boars – Vital to the people of Haukdalur, these thick-furred creatures supply meat, hides, and crafting materials.
  • Culture & Resilience

    Despite the challenges of their homeland, the people of Haukdalur remain proud and unyielding, bound by their ancient traditions. They honour their ancestors through fire and light, with pyres burning in the night as the only warmth against the darkness. Though the world outside changes, the province stands as a stronghold of yergralffe identity, where the past is etched into towering stones, and the future is shaped beneath their shadow.