Faelands

Map from the Library of Adessa, circa 2238 NW

Located south of the Frostbreak Sea, the Faelands is home to the Summer and Winter Courts, as well as numerous varieties of uncivilized wild fae creatures. Its varied terrain includes the enchanted forests of Dalentarth, the sprawling Plains of Erathell, the arid stone-scapes of Detyre, the twisted overgrowth of Klurikon, and the foreboding crystalline landscape called Alabastra.

The Faelands are bisected by Driana's Vein, a channel of water named for the goddess of nature. The river serves as the dividing line between the two territories spanned by the Faelands: the lush, vibrant kingdom of the elves, called Alfaria, lying to the west; and the harsh, unforgiving expanse known as Fortenmar which looms to the east.

The Crystal War has plunged the Faelands into turmoil, pitting the mortal kingdoms of elves and men in a desperate struggle against the Tuatha, an aggressive tribe of Winter Fae. The mysterious force that drives this conflict seems to be growing stronger, casting a dark shadow that threatens to engulf all of Amalur.

Plains of Erathell

                     

Cradle of Summer

Legends claim this enchanted vale is the birthplace of the Fae in the mortal realm. Its majestic beauty provides a stark contrast to the harshness of the Forsaken Plain. The Cradle of Summer is protected by ancient magic, and thus never defiled by war or conquest. Recent disruptions caused by the rising tide of magic in the world, as well as more sinister forces, now threaten this peaceful area.

Emaire

Historically, this quaint village has been home to Alfar, who harvest the abundant herbs and reagents found in the nearby Forsaken Plain and Cradle of Summer. Emaire was a quiet place until refugees of the Crystal War arrived from the Tywili Coast. Since then, tensions have run high as the villagers refuse to welcome the refugees, and the refugees refuse to leave.

Forsaken Plain

The Forsaken Plain is the most prominent scar left by a long-forgotten war. The region's fields and hills were forever marked by the powerful magic unleashed in that ancient conflict, leaving vast stretches where nothing grows. It has become the home of the refugees of the Crystal War and Alfar army deserters, as none but the desperate would settle here.

Tirin's Rest

Perched above verdant Galafor, Tirin's Rest was settled by Alfar travelers who became entranced by the peaceful tranquility of the region. Named for the visionary priestess who founded Rathir, Tirin's Rest was inexplicably spared the effects of war, which ravaged much of the Plains of Erathell.

Moon Camp

Anyone making the journey to Rathir knows how rewarding it can be to stop in Moon Camp, home of the Travelers in the Plains of Erathell. A bustling center of trade, Moon Camp is renowned as a haven for bards and tumblers, performers who earn their bread with bawdy tales and dashing smiles.

Mel Aglir

Long ago, the Alfar lords of Kandrian ruled the eastern reaches of Erathell with an iron fist, protecting the land from beasts and bandits while upholding the laws of Rathir. In recent years, the current lord of Kandrian has pulled inward, using the security of the keep and the town of Mel Aglir to shelter his forces. This defensive posture has left Tywili, Acatha, and Kandrian itself open to attack by the Tuatha, and much of the land remains at the mercy of the fierce Tuatha raiders.

Ayten

The sleepy town of Ayten was once a thriving trading post nestled in the peaceful farmlands of the Plains of Erathell. Though far from the front lines of battle, the citizens of Ayten have felt the impact of the war for the better part of a decade. As the distant city of Rathir rose to become the center of trade and commerce in Erathell, the Wolds have fallen to lawlessness and banditry.

Tala-Rane

Once a monument to the accomplishments of the ancient Alfar families who founded this area, the ruins of Tala-Rane now stand as a reminder of the infighting and betrayal that turned these mighty fortresses into a haven for beasts and brigands. For those willing to brave the dangers of the area, great treasures may await—but so too might an early death.

Skycrown

Visible from the farmlands of the Wolds to the far reaches of the Tywili Coast, the lone mountain called Skycrown stretches upwards at the heart of the Plains of Erathell. While its long shadow grants relief to weary travelers, there are those who whisper that hidden secrets lie within its depths.

Culn

Once a rustic Almain village situated on the bluffs of the Tywili Coast, Culn is now no more than smoldering ruins. The early days of the war took a heavy toll on Culn and much of the surrounding coastal region, from the gates of Rathir to the palisades of Kandrian Keep.

Rathir

The majestic city of the Dokkalfar has stood for over a thousand years. Founded upon a spire of stone jutting out over the waters of the eastern coastline, the dark elves have built Rathir into a center of trade and commerce. Like the dark elves themselves, the city resonates with great magic, resplendent beauty, and hidden currents of power.

Map from the Library of Adessa, circa 2238 NW

Nestled in the heart of the Faelands, the Plains of Erathell is a varied land rich with history and magic. Bordering Dalentarth and Detyre, Erathell overlooks the Phorian Strait, the waterway known to the Fae as Driana's Vein. From the majestic mountain Skycrown to the stunning architecture of Rathir, the land holds breathtaking sights which fill travelers with awe.

Yet the specter of war looms over all of Erathell as Tuatha attacks increasingly threaten the fragile peace holding this region together. Should the fortress of Mel Senshir fall in the east, the Tuatha will certainly fix their gaze upon Rathir. And if the great city of the dark elves should be lost, all of Amalur faces grave peril.