Arkos
Arkos is the main settlement in the Arkos Plains and is located within the Furnace Mountains. Consisting partially of caverns and houses built by excavating rocks, Arkos is first and foremost a military base, aimed at defending humans in the region against the nearby orc communities.
History
Arkos was founded by orcs somewhere between 200 LC and 300 LC and quickly became a command center for surrounding orcish settlements. Throughout the fifth century, Arkos served as a base for raids against settlements in present-day Silimanis and even Dathyll. Once the Labarean Empire occupied Silimanis in 726 LC, several human resistance groups joined forces and moved north, only to enter conflict with the Arkos orcs. The Silimani humans managed to drive back the orcs in 764 LC. They then occupied the central town and brought it under the rule of human rebel leader Galwaith Othar. Humans maintained control of Arkos and founded small settlements on the surrounding plains, mostly near Red Rock Lake. Although many orcish tribes still live along and within the Furnace Mountains, divisive strategies of the humans have prevented them from joining forces.Landmarks
- Hallway of Giants - a series of large caverns within the Furnace Mountains, used as a temple for Khandar.
- Arkos Overlook - a mountain peak viewing spot, offering a good view of the Arkos Plains
- Arkos Baths - natural basins of mineral-rich water, used to cure many ails
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