Arborvale Region
This region is made up of the valley created by the eastern range of The Spine, and stretches from Grand Fort down to the southern edge of the Silver Wood. It includes the largest city in Galladia, Arborvale, which is home to one of the prestigious academies. The Gold River, Silver River, and Silver Wood are the defining features of this region.
Geography
The Gold and Silver rivers flow from melt-water high in the spine. This provides water for the large cities of Flovis and Arbortrea, as well as the lush forests of the Silver Wood. Warm winds blowing in from the east carry moisture from the Silver Ocean and dump it on the Wood. As a result, the Silver and Gold Rivers are fast-flowing, and deep waterways. Navigable for a significant portion of their length, these rivers form major trade routes for the region. At the the mouth of the Silver River, the city of Tredanville spans multiple large islands formed by the river delta, making one of the most magificent ports in Galladia. The area around Grand Fort is slightly drier and is composed mostly of grassland and farming. The coasts along the rift margin that separates the northern arm from this region are made up of tall cliffs.
Localized Phenomena
The region is deeply connected with the magical forces within Gloratium. Hence the competition in controlling the region, and the reason for the establishing of an academy in Arborvale, allegedly on the ruins of a much older site.
Climate
While mostly comprised of temperate forests, some areas receive enough rain rolling off the Silver Ocean to be classified as Temperate Rainforests.
Fauna & Flora
The forests of this area are inhabited by Arbaq, Archar, Bark Owls, and Mind Stingers. The forest is dotted with some White Woods, and Golden Knot inhabits the northern reaches of the forest. Silver Eagles inhabit Silver Sun lake to the southwest, while Tenmar skulk the jungle floor.
Natural Resources
Timber is harvested throughout the forest and shipped down the Silver River to Tredanville. Farming is done in the northern valleys, while extensive mining is also done in The Spine. Especially around the Keep of Kings and the former Dwarven strongholds. Silver is found to the south in and around Silver Sun Lake. Golden Knot is a fungus used extensively in potion making.
History
Currently ruled over by the New Kingdom of Galladia, the region was once ruled by the Alarim. Much of the region was fiercely contested by the Alarim, Ottenian and Fenmarin civilization over the centuries. As a result many ruins and abandoned settlements have been engulfed and hidden by the dense forests of the Silver Wood.
Tourism
People from across Galladia will travel to the Merchant's Mile, a bouldevard that runs through the heart of the city, connecting the two main gates. The southern portion typically contains the more expensive, and respectable establishments, as well as the main bazaar. Shops to the north typically carry more mundane goods, while seedier establishments hide in alley shadows.
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