Glemen

Glemen is a small settlement inhabited by the Crystal Elmetain. It is known for it’s resources of crystals that come from deep within the earth, thought no one except the Elmetain themselves are able to find and recover such beautiful stones.
The crystals may come from beneath the mountains, beneath the soil or can sometimes be found on river beds.
When an Elm gets to a certain age, they are called by the crystals and drawn to discover one which they will recover and work with for the entirety of their lives.
The settlement is named after Glemen, an important historical figure in the Elmetain history, as he discovered the first crystal and led them to their home.

Demographics

The Crystal Elm live here alone.

Government

They have no government, though follow their leader in spirit, Glemen.

Defences

They don’t have many physical defences as they will act as facilitators for the crystals and their power will protect them.

Industry & Trade

Inhabitants may guard, build, garden, create, mine, metalsmith, blacksmith, adventure for a living.

Infrastructure

The Elm live close to nature, they live by a waterfall and have a river which flows into a lake called the Lake of Fallen Stars.

History

‘Hymn for Glemen

Oh father of the Stars
The light in the darkness
We thank you for the kindness 
And gentleness you bestow
Guide us on this night
And shine on our plight
Oh father of our people, 
Our light in the darkness
We thank you for your wisdom
Of the fallen stars aglow
We sing to you now,
Oh Glemen feel our light.

Geography

Glemen is located in Valgalia near Doranor.

Natural Resources

Trees, water, crystals, herbs, plants, animals.

Alternative Name(s)

Village of Stones, Land of Light

Type

Village

Population

200-300

Inhabitant Demonym

Crystal Elmetain