Within these woods you will find those cursed by the wolf, the bat or some other form of demonic creation. Not many wander through these tangled branches at night for fear of meeting their fate before their intended time. Wolves will howl, owls will screech, are you brave enough to venture forth and discover your own destiny? Or will you quail in fear and take the road most traveled?
The epitome of desolate, the Empty Space lies in the farthest northern reaches of Elysmeria, and offers no more refuge and safety than a dragon's lair, perhaps even less so. The landscape is flat and sparse, hills and mountains appearing beaten down and suppressed by the heavy sheets of ice that have layered them for centuries past, when they do appear. Wildlife has no hold here, as conditions prove far too hostile to plants and animals of almost any sort to thrive, let alone live. A desert of white sand, is the Empty Space, blizzards and hail common at all times of the year. Precious few travel to the Empty Space, their business there known to none save themselves, and fewer still return from the frozen hell.
Once a thriving village in the days of the ancients, all that is left is rotted wood and crumbling pillars. The war with the dragons left many dead on both sides, bones of humans, elves and dragons alike can be found within this area. A graveyard of what once was, and some day will be again since vengeance lives in the hearts of many.
Esterley once stood proud as a temple for healers of all walks of life to congregate and share their knowledge. However, the once sacred place was over turned by darkness and has not been able to lift that vale. It is rumored that once a stranger wanderer steps foot upon the grounds, the city would flourish with life once more. Many disbelieve this, for it would seem to be too good to be true; most call it an urban legend.
One of the few natural wonders in this realm to keep it's majestic beauty, Belwyn Lake has been able to withstand many plights. The shores shimmer vibrantly as grass as bright as an emerald gem, flow flawlessly against gentle breezes. The only downside to this area is that it's not too far from the Valden Academy, and often times the students are found near the waters edge looking for new victims to bully.
The Tavern stood before the lake, its massive black frame seeming to painted a haunted picture. It stood apart from other buildings, surrounded by a misty forest, the various windows lit. Laughter could be heard coming from the Blue Rose, a sound few could resist joining in.