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Toprag (Bronzefolk Weapons)
Posted on April 8, 2025
The secret to making the specific Toprag weapons of Beryllide is long lost. Even to the remnants of the Bronzefolk in The Saelish of the grand Duchy of Dunstrand. They had secret knowledge (a ‘spark’ of bronze) of fabricating their bronze items from their unknown homeland which made them stronger, and when fighting against steel, the damage to their weapons and armor was said to ‘heal’. Hard as steel, resistant to acid and heat, non conductive or magnetic, and no sparks when they met other metal. The sacred fire of the forges of Bronzemen was said to come from lava, stoked by the genies of the earth. The truth of these rumors seems unattainable now – and a few have sought it out to no avail.
A History of Toprag Armaments
Blood Bronze Blades: These swords were made with powerful natural dweomers of anima, metallurgy, and blood magic. Once the Bronzemen discovered their deepest secrets, no more were made for the outside world.The Bronzemen of the north edge of the Fahyl Forest were known for their bronze-beryllium weapons that were prized as much as Ducateon made weapons. The coloration of bronze was especially prized due to its luster and color compared to plain steel. The elite units of any military got the majority of these weapons that were found – the folk used them against the encroaching Sea-King empire making its way up the rivers from the sea. Umbak long wanted the beryllium mines in the Fahyl Forest that the bronzefolk were assumed to have mined, but every attempt to scout or divine its source failed – like it did for every ally and foe of the Bronzemen at the time. This was a major motivation for Umbak’s [failed] attempt to seize the lands they left behind when the Bronzemen marched north.
Nanberry Crypt
Posted on April 8, 2025 in Steel-Realms
Nanberry Crypt was built by Nanberry Vongleur, about 50 years after the Riverdan was settled. The graves of the earliest family were dug up and the remains put in sarcophagi in the new crypt. There is a continued reverence for the founders of the family dynasty, and the upper crypt itself at one time was the pride of the family – a great amount of expensive artwork and stonecraft went into it when the family coffers were full.
Entrance to the Crypt
The crypt was once shown to important guests and visitors, but now only the entry to it is accessible to outsiders. This is the only part of the crypt still maintained.
Circular Spiral Stairs
The stairwell spirals down into darkness. The stairs are broken and slippery, and there is no railing. The water wear coming from a few cracks above it over the years has cracked the floor masonry and made the steps treacherous. The area is cleaned regularly, and the paint is touched up – though it is obviously a touch up. The stairwell has highly detailed relief engravings going all the way down into darkness. The reliefs are of ancient sites of the Fallen east, scenes of the family traveling to the west, and settling the area. It details fights against the Orrish, against Pine Tribesmen, as well as against remnants of bands of the Sea Kings and Bronzefolk. On the ceiling above, looking down the stairs is a vision of beaty and fury – a human depicted with hazy wings and a spear; You can only assume this is the oft-spoken about image of Nanberry Vongleur – who commissioned and had the crypt created ages ago. Though once spectacularly breathtaking, the relief and imagery has lost some of its sharpness. The stairs in the floor are covered with a massive bolted black metal grate. You can tell that the living venture down into the family crypt rarely.
Encounters in the Locale
Automatic @ Crypt Entrance
Very Hard Difficulty check on Perception (modified by sight) REVEALS:
On closer look, the figure of Nanberry herself is a marvel. You notice that her sparkling eyes and topaz stones exquistely crafted. Her lips seem flush with blood, and her features are sharp and angular… she has perhaps a hint of faerie blood in her. Your eyes are drawn to the same color glint another similar colored gem, barely visible and covered by her flowing robes that barely expose her breast… a soul gem?
Hard Difficulty check on Perception (modified by sight) REVEALS:
On closer look, the spear itself, though painted over, is a real weapon.
This is actually a Bronzefolk Toprag weapon!
Bottom Landing
The stairs circle until they spill out into a wet, rough chamber. The cobblestones are broken, water runs over them and into a hallway out one side. Another wider hallway leads away perpendicular to that.
Preparatory Alcove to the Chapel
Entry Hallway to the Crypt
Ceremony Chamber
Alcove of the Defender
Alcove of Vengeance
Family Frescoes and Masks
Chapel and Altar
Prayer Alcove
Family Records Chamber
Nanberry’s Sarcophagus Room
There is a soul gem here, its light still glowing (as long as it remains in the crypt).
Servants Burial
The Under-Crypts
This is the actual resting place of the remains and ashes of the family members.
Spiremount Manor Proper
Posted on April 8, 2025
Spiremount Manor Proper is the most notable feature in the Places of Spiremount Manor – it is the home of the ruling family of the Riverdan. The manor proper is on the Spiremount Plateau. It sits about 5-10m higher, a small broad plain. Its actually 2 small plateaus – like a badland. The Spire Climb Trail leads up from the town below.
Spire Climb Trail: Used to be a full road.
Places of Spiremount
Posted on April 8, 2025
Places of Spiremount Manor
Bearwizz Tavern
Lacataun Apiary and Brewery
(Lak-a-tawn) The ‘ole “A and B”
Spiremount Inn
Posted on April 8, 2025 in Steel-Realms
The Spiremount Inn is known for miles in every direction for the celebration on festival days and the trade that flows in from the County of Faer to the south and east. It is a large structure with an adjacent caravanserai.