Biim Lake

"You'd be better off dying of thirst if they catch word you've drunk from this lake."

Biim lake is a freshwater lake in the Tarkena in central Kedizlim. The lake is noted for its centrality to the faith of the Oumai, called "plain elves" by humans. The Oumai hold the lake to be sacred and will not suffer anyone to drink its waters without the express consent of their religious authorities. This fervent attitude has led to numerous conflicts with the Crown Lands of Demia to the south as many Demians and other human groups have crossed the mountains to settle the Tarkena.

Fauna & Flora

The lake is home to a plethora of flora and fauna. Perhaps the most noteworthy is the Colossus Snake, which uses the lake and its tributaries as a favored watering hole and hunting ground.

Natural Resources

The most significant natural resource in the lake is its abundant supply of fresh water, which is estimated to be able to sustain thousands of settlers and their farms were it to be properly exploited. The lake also has abundant stores of fish and serves as a watering hole for a number of large game animals that inhabit the Tarkena.

Tourism

The Oumai utilize the lake for a number of religious rituals and ceremonies but the lake is most famous for the tears.

Alternative Name(s)

Tear Lake, Pool of Tears

Type

Lake

Location under

Tarkena

Related Tradition (Primary)

• Offering of Tears