Tower of Surmandin

The Tower of Surmandin rises like a lone sentinel on the southern shores of Leviathan Bay, its pale stone walls bleached by years of salt spray and harsh winds. The structure is sturdy and utilitarian, designed for observation and defence against threats from both land and sea. Surmandin’s watchful eye once guarded the coastal waters from raiders and smugglers, its beacon signalling safe passage to vessels navigating the bay’s treacherous shoals.
Once part of a network of coastal fortifications, the tower was manned by a small but dedicated garrison, who watched for signs of invasion or piracy. The main level of the tower housed a cramped barracks and a sparse living area, while the upper level served as the watchroom, equipped with telescopes and signal fires. A single spiral ramp wound up through the centre of the tower, leading to the rooftop platform that offered a commanding view over the bay.
Since the War of Salvation, however, the Tower of Surmandin has been left largely abandoned, its purpose diminished and its role forgotten. The decline in sea traffic and the lack of attention from the ruling powers in Teros have left the tower to the mercy of the elements. The once-bright beacon of Surmandin has long been extinguished, and the great iron brazier that crowned its summit now stands cold and empty.

But Surmandin’s story is not yet over. The recent reappearance of raiders and smugglers along the coast has drawn attention back to the old tower, and a mysterious figure has claimed it as their own. Veshar Urond, a shrewd and reclusive former naval officer, has taken up residence within its crumbling walls. Rumours suggest that Urond fell from favour during the war and has since become a shadowy figure, operating on the fringes of the law.
With only a handful of followers, Urond has begun refitting the tower for his own purposes. It is said that he uses the tower’s elevated position to signal his contacts at sea, facilitating illicit trade and covert operations along the coast.

Type

Tower