Grarhalda

Located half way between the capital and the deepest reclaimed dwarfholds is Grarhalda. The town surrounds a large underground lake. Luminescent moss on the cavern ceiling has only a small amount of toxins to purify, and so only sporadically provides dim illumination. A steady supply of luminescent fish makes their way into the lake from somewhere closer to the spring source. This gives the lake the appearance of being composed of shimmering lights under the surface. The beauty is appreciated by many residents, and most visitors. The lights also help the populace judge when the fish population is low, and allows for them to curb fishing during such periods.

Government

Grarhalda is led by young Jarl Lyngbor. He was urged by his wife Dyrfinna to put his name forward as a potential leader when he completed his service on the deep border. It was she who campaigned on his behalf amongst the populace. Tales of Lyngbor’s valor against the aberrations of the deep propelled him into the role. Lyngbor has thus far shown himself to be a harsh ruler. Compulsory service time is doubled for the people of the town, and any who attempt to defect or refuse to serve are sentenced to hang. Those who do serve receive all pay and honors as deserved, though. Kingdom law is closely kept, and for that combined with the eerie beauty of the lake, the people endure their jarl.

Type

Town

Population

1,926

Owning Organization

Kingdom of Daesol