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Horns of the Hornguard of Rhyl
Posted on September 26, 2025
The Horns of the Hornguard of Rhyl are used by the Hornguard of Rhyl in their service to keeping watch. These are soldiers in the towers of each section, rangers and World Watchers that serve to protect the north as well. The horns will all ring in the towers of each section of their lands they watch over.
nearly indestructible
made from Minotaur
made by elves
mountain goats of houska = a few replacement ram horns
When blown by one who has taken The Oath of the Hornguard, it can:
slow down animations
horn calls:
section, number, type of foe
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iCore™ Item Details
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Chronicle/Facts of the Locale
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Trivial Outcome / Very Easy Difficulty & Pervasive Knowledge
Information Sources: Mundane Reference | Associated Phenomenology Only | Specific Lore
For those native to or long-dwelling in the region, ALL Common Knowledge may be Pervasive.
Rumors About the Locale
Rhyl Formative Events
See the Herald's Quarterly for world updates.
Rhyl Formative Events
CY 7007 The area of North Gate Garrison freed & The Red March created; Money, supplies, armaments, and manpower flow into the north to fight the Lich Lords.
CY 6514 The Grand Duchy of Rhyl is created by the High King. In exchange for the resources and organization that can be brought to bear against the now organized undead armies, the lands become part of the High King's domain.
CY 6909 The Fall of the Grand Barony of Altair from a curse by the Lich Lords. The main passage of troops and supplies from the hinterlands and nfar north to the The Grand Duchy of Rhyl is sacked by an undead army led by a ghoul king.
CY 5980 The Kingdoms of old Rhylan united settled as a single Kingdom of Rhyl to fight the Lich Lords drive south. After centuries of warfare between territories and races, the common cause of the threat to the north secures a lasting peace.
> For 3000 years, the Kingdoms of old Rhylan was the primary form of Rulership in the territory of the current Grand Duchy.
CY 5580 Fall of Dundaria in the North - Frostfang spreads, the Lich Lord power rises. Hordes of the undead, fortunately disorganized (at first), sweep south and west from the heart of old Dundaria.
CY 2330's Fall of East / Rise of the Dark Lands (Orrishai Abandoned); Refugees flee - some cross the Tolkisson Mountain Range into the 'Lands of Rhylan' that would become the Kingdoms of old Rhylan and finally.
CY 1000 (Approximately) The Dragon of Rhyl is killed and its influence ends in the area around the Great Forest of Rhyl and the surrounding territories.
Simple Outcome / Easy Difficulty & Common Knowledge
For those native to or long-dwelling in the region, ALL Common Knowledge may be Pervasive.
The Lodge of the Songbird (Heralds Hall of Rhyl)
Posted on September 15, 2025 in Steel-Realms
The Lodge of the Songbird is the ‘Heralds Hall’ of the Duke of Rhyl and the primary Bard & Herald Archetype order of the north. It is located in the City of Rhylan of the Grand Duchy of Rhyl. It is a center of knowledge and training for the Heraldic Boreal Tradition. World Watchers are welcome here, as are any who wish to study Lores of the Steel Realms. A record of all members exists in the ducal sponsored Lodge of the Songbird, in Rhylan. There are also bardic supplies and facilities here.
A duplicate of all the heraldry, lineages and rulership of the northern heartlands has been collected and stored here for training. Most are duplicated in the Deepstone Archive of Rhylan and the Libraries of Port Towne. The traditional Law and Legal Procedures in Rhyl, Laws and Codes of the Realms, and the Freelander Way are studied by the Heralds of the lodge. Lute, harps, and guitars made with the “acoustic bronze” elements from Inderood Brozeworks and silver strings for bards in the Lodge of the Songbird from the Heraldic Boreal Tradition.
Initial Description: The Lodge of the Songbird is a large structure of white limestone, painted white and green to reflect the heraldry of the Duke of Rhyl. It contains a central college of scribes and scriveners, a dormitory (that could hold two hundred or more & supportive facilities), a library, a workshop for music and art, a visitors wing, a scholars workshop and a large arch dedicated to the 2 pillars of knowledge venerated here – Delleth and Ezrilus.
Cultural Overview & References for the Grand Duchy of Rhyl
Heraldry/Symbol: The boreal chickadee (songbird of the North) with a sealed letter in its grip, half sun on the left, half moon on the right – symbolizes they operate at all times.
Greater Sovereignty: Grand Duchy of Rhyl
Type: Campus (see Settlement Planning and Design in The Realms)
Governance: Internal, Distinct – “High Boreal Heraldsmein” Annetia Ivistus (see Titles and Honors of The Realms)
Population: 300 / Transient: 100
Demographics: 90% human, visitors of all races and creeds.
Laws and Protocols of Note: Heraldic Protocols + standard Laws and Codes of the Realms
Groups/Factions: Bards, Scholars and Heralds; Although distinct in their roles and functions, these groups collaborate to ensure operations and functions are handled efficiently and with the reputation of the lodge at the forefront.
Primary Hospitality/Accommodations: Visitors quarters are spacious and lavish by most accounts. Even the dormitory is decorated with local art and heavily stylized.
- Dormitory > Housing (long term)/Entertainment (arts & crafts)
- Visitors Quarters > Housing (long or short)/Entertainment (arts & crafts, intimacy)
Commerce: Research, Scribe & Scrivening, Entertainment (music, art, dance) (see Trade Organizations/Institutions of the Realms)
Institutions: (see institutions of The Realms)
This Locale has a Office of the Herald representing the local Lord/Lady.
- This location as a Autumnleaf Ale Houses.
- Shrine of Delleth > Primary Services Secondary Services
- Shrine of Ezrilus > Primary Services Secondary Services
+ Hartwood Presence: This location leans heavily to the Wyld Faith, and has the presence of both Rhylian Briarwood and Rhylian Beastwood.
Founding: {approximate year/age and culture of origin}
Primary Surrounding Habitat and Weather:
Roads, Streets, & Thoroughfares:
- Waste: Runs/Bins > Collection | Minor Sewers or Major Sewers
Defenses: {defensive works, fortifications, garrisons, holdouts}
- Police/Watch: | Officers:
- Constables & Detectives:
- Elite Tactical Forces: | Officers:
- Militia/Volunteers: | Officers: > War Time Only?
- Military:
Heraldic Halls in Rhyl
- Ceith East (“Blade” of Ceith Grebatain)
- Ceith North (“Blade” of Ceith Grebatain)
- Ceith South (“Blade” of Ceith Grebatain)
- City of Correl (Capital of Meargensdale; Rhyl)
- City of Fortun (Rhyl)
- City of Rhylan (capital of the Grand Duchy of Rhyl)
- City of Sheffet (capital of Kopriane; Rhyl)
- City of Thunderfall (Rhyl)
- City of Twin Springs (Rhyl)
- Pine Sap Meadow (North Pines)
- Terrent’s Redoubt (Hornguard Headquarters)
- The Lodge of the Songbird (Heralds Hall of Rhyl)
Heralds in Rhyl
- Admon-Duul (Heraldic Office of House Narcosa)
- Alestren, Peace Speaker of Aerna
- Aylee, Peace Speaker of Aerna
- Belinda, Ducal Herald of the West (of Rhyl)
- Celine, Ducal Herald of the Stars (of Rhyl)
- Deane, Ducal Herald of the East (of Rhyl)
- Eastern Har-Utehn (Herald of the Har Cunetha)
- Jelcol, Ducal Herald of the North (of Rhyl)
- Naila, Peace Speaker of Aerna
- Northern Har-Utehn (Herald of the Har Cunetha)
- Sandrain, Ducal Herald of the South (of Rhyl)
- Slidell, Peace Speaker of Aerna
- Southern Har-Utehn (Herald of the Har Cunetha)
- Vivendel, Peace Speaker of Aerna
Chronicle of the Locale
Historical Chronicle Information
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Trivial Outcome / Very Easy Difficulty & Pervasive Knowledge
Information Sources: Mundane Reference | Associated Phenomenology Only | Specific Lore
For those native to or long-dwelling in the region, ALL Common Knowledge may be Pervasive.
Establishment of the Grand Duchy of Rhyl, fiefdom of the Kingdom of Gladnor > CY 6514
Ties With the Heralds of Rhyl: The Ducal Lineage, the Ducal Guard, the speakers for the Elven Wealds of Rhyl, locals of the Territories and Fiefdoms of Rhyl know those near them, and all those trained and dwelling in the Lodge of the Songbird know the Heralds of Rhyl
Simple Outcome / Easy Difficulty & Common Knowledge
For those native to or long-dwelling in the region, ALL Common Knowledge may be Pervasive.
The Transit of Western Fire is another way, though small, that The Grand Duchy of Rhyl maintains cultural connection to its ancient northern kin and political cooperation more so than other of the High King’s allies. Usually one of the Lodge of the Songbird, or person versed in Heraldic Boreal Tradition is present too. It is a great honor to be chosen for this.
Hornbreaker, sword of the Riverlands
Posted on March 16, 2025 in Steel-Realms
Hornbreaker, sword of the Riverlands was a sword made by the noble ruling family of the Riverdan of Tuflim. The blade was crafted at the Duderet Armory of County Faer in CY 7249, made to be wielded by Astayd Vongleur, who had become the champion of the Riverdan of Tuflim – anointed by her own family. It had no name when it was made, but was a symbol for the family and folk of the Riverdan to rally around.
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Chronicle of Hornbreaker
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Trivial Outcome / Very Easy Difficulty & Pervasive Knowledge
Hornbreaker, sword of the Riverlands was a sword made by the noble ruling family of the Riverdan of Tuflim. The blade was crafted at the Duderet Armory of County Faer in CY 7249, made to be wielded by Astayd Vongleur, who had become the champion of the Riverdan of Tuflim – anointed by her own family. It had no name when it was made, but was a symbol for the family and folk of the Riverdan to rally around.The longsword, while made by a famous Duderet Armory of County Faer, was not engraved, or heavily stylized – by all accounts it was unadorned and plain other than the large yellow family stone in the pommel – though it was silvered.
- Rumors say the warlord was funded by the Twin River powers.
- Rumors say the warlord was a dark worshiper.
Simple Outcome / Easy Difficulty & Common Knowledge
The blade was famously wielded by the warrior woman of the noble family of the Riverdan of Tuflim named Astayd Vongleur (’vhon-glu-er’ Lineage) in a great battle. Astayd was a 2nd daughter of the noble family of Tuflim at that time, but had left to seek her fortune and returned as one of the World Watchers of the High King.
As you grasp it, you can faintly hear a horn sound, then it is broken as if it were struck. Faintly the wind carries the sound of cheers, then it fades.
Item Purpose: Rallying troops.
Common Properties
Blood & Service Bound: Some of its abilities are tied to the family bloodline and the role of World Watcher.
- Brilliance: The large yellow faceted tourmaline gem (the family’s gemstone) in the pommel doubles the area of any ‘light’ spell/effects when cast on it. This reflects off the blade and creates a dazzling effect that impresses those around it.
- +1 Resilience
Lesser Attunement (1 Essence total)
- Rallying: The blade assists in rallying others around it.
- Courageous: The blade imbues its wielder and their mount with courage.
i20™ Hornbreaker Details
Family Bloodline > Dancing Lights # times per day = Proficiency Bonus of wielder.
As long as it is wielded in hand by the possessor, they gain the following benefits:
- Adds +1 hp to any use of Second Wind
- +1 on any Bardic Inspiration used on the wielder
- +1 hp to a use of Inspiring Leader by the wielder, and wielder does not count for # affected
- +1 on any checks to Orate by the leader, the sword vibrates slightly and carries the sound of the speech twice as far.
If a Bard wielder uses Inspiring Leader or Orate, they dont have to speak the same language as long as they can move and make eye contact and the target is not considered alien.
- World Watcher and family blood > Wielder has Advantage on any check vs. Fear/Frightened condition; includes mount if mounted.
- World Watcher > Empowers and enforces any Sworn Oath
iCore™ Hornbreaker Details
Estimated Value: ? (Silver Crowns)
Item Source: i20™ 2023
Minor Outcome / Average Difficulty & Uncommon Knowledge
It gained its name in CY 7259, at the battle of Bentwillow Creek in the east of Bar-Innis, during the first major battle it was used in. Astayd and her cavalry rode their wedge deep into the ranks of the warlord Kurst. Kurst was a local war-band leader that had gathered mercenaries, bandits, and thieves to him, and controlled three small hamlets and the crucial trade town of Bentwillow Cross. He had come as a mercenary himself years before, and abandoned the Baron who had hired him when he could not pay. Without direction himself and owed money, he killed the local lord’s son and drove his family out. He gathered the soldiers he once commanded and the worst armed men of the local region and set out to conquer. He was trying to expand his territory from eastern Bar-Innis into the Riverdans in a big way – he saw the Riverdans as weak during a time of political unrest and easily culled. In a large pitched battle, she cut down the horn signaler and helped turn the tide for her Riverdan folk, fighting alongside a couple hedge knights or the earldom and the Baron of Bentwillow. A local knight of Bar-Innis was able to kill the warlord who was fleeing without the cover the horn could have signaled. This ended a period when the Earldom of Bar-Innis was in unrest itself from larger political changes and on the verge of civil war.
Scarce Knowledge / Hard Difficulty
The sword passed to her descendants and it was lost on the The Maithen Plateau of The Riverdan of Tufflim in CY 8802 when the host on the plateau was scoured by the druids, along with the inhabitants and Orrish besieging it. At the time, it was being wielded by a brave hedge knight – sir Luther Gadroit of Umbak – who was betrothed to the daughter of the Lady of Tuflim at that time.