Rittenstein
The Town
Ritterstein lies to the west of Sudenburg. Many nations have tried to claim and colonise the land around Ritterstein but not one has succeeded. In ages past it is said that mighty lords from the south looked upon the Dwarven hold of Barak Varr with jealousy and upon arriving in the region they began to lay the foundations for a mighty fortress. Not much is known about what happened, or why this fortress was never finished, all that is left are a few ancient stones and a crumbling tower which looks upon the area where the Blood river meets the Black Gulf.
To the east of Ritterstein there is an ancient entrance to the hold of Barak Varr, no man is allowed entry and only those of Dwarven blood can cross the Blood river on one of the Dwarven steel gunships. Trade is welcomed here, every couple of months Dwarves will cross the river and set up a market to trade with the humans of Ritterstein.
Ritterstein is surrounded by hills, some of which still have ancient catacombs from ages past. There is no port near this walled hamlet, for the coast is treacherous and high cliffs would destroy any ship that came close. There is a small hidden cove for smaller vessels which is closely guarded by the Militia of Ritterstein.
Ritterstein’s small but steady income hails from the Old Silk road, offering safe passage east and west to the caravans that still use this road. This hamlet is often used as a waystation, and a warm bed and cold flagon of beer (for those that are wealthy even the odd Bugman’s ale) are readily available for the weary travellers. A few small farms are scattered close to the hamlet, the majority which grow rare plants and fruits which are not often seen in the Empire or Bretonnia; pomegranates and dates. Those that hail from Ritterstein are said to be fierce warriors and not easily cowered or frightened.
Directly to the east of Ritterstein lies a dark forest, which is said to be home to Beastmen. To the south resides the Badlands, home to the Broken Tooth orc tribe and the Scabby Eye goblins, these are a constant pox due to their ever closer and more dangerous raids. It is fortunate that they are busy warring with each other or Ritterstein may not still be here.
The role of mayor has been vacant for many seasons, but with the rise of the Merchant Princes at Sudenburg, the prominent and dubious folk from this hamlet are heading there to make claim and to gain favour with them. One may arise but only time will tell.
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| Chapter | Swordcraft Newcastle |
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| Weekly Game Day | TBD |
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