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| − | + | ==Region Summary== | |
| − | + | Ippetimbal is a mountainous region at the heart of Beluaterra, a third of its land area is occupied by impassable mountains with the remaining land dominated by rolling hills, steep cliffs and sharp valleys. Running through the core of the region is a lone stream that originates from a mountain spring emitting clear cool water year round. | |
| − | + | Ippetimbal Castle lies at the base of the great mountains near the source of the stream. The castle is mostly a ruin after decades of siege and neglect however its tall tower, drawbridge and encircling moat make it a formidable stronghold against the many attacks by monsters and undead. Most of Ippetimbal can be seen from its imposing position atop the regions steepest cliffs making it an excellent residence for the local lord. | |
| + | Twin Towns is the main settlement of Ippetimbal and rest upon the rounded banks of the lone stream. The settlement congregated around two defining features; forming two distinct villages thus its name. The first village was built around an critical bridge crossing and the second village around an important crossroad. | ||
| − | [[ | + | The Fertile Basin descends below the cliffs south of Ippetimbal Castle. Its fertile soil are excellent for farming to feed the hungry population. |
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| − | [[ | + | The Eastern Highlands rise isolated above the stream valley resulting in a different culture taking root. |
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| + | As Ippetimbal is a semi-mountainous region its primary source of revenue is rare minerals pulled from the regions many mines. Also modest amounts of farming and logging take place throughout the valleys and foothills making the region closer to self sufficient than other mountainous regions. | ||
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| + | ==The Seventh Age of Beluaterra== | ||
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| + | A ruined Ippetimbal is subjected by the Empire of [[Vordul Sanguinis]], and granted to Baroness [[Tempest Family/Sol|'''Sol Tempest''']] by Emperor Xlair Silverblade. | ||
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| + | ==Region Map== | ||
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| + | Mapped by Sol Tempest upon being made Baroness of Ippetimbal. | ||
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| + | ==Ancient History== | ||
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| + | The region of Ippetimbal was a member of the Former Duchy Of [[Avalon/Regions/Wudenkin|Wudenkin]]. A mountain region north of [[Dyomoque]], the capital of their ally [[Khthon]] and south of the third biggest city on the continent; Avalon's [[Wudenkin]]. | ||
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| + | History books in Ippetimbal's Castle Library show that Chancellor Grim-Reaper appointed General Victor as Baron. After a time of loyal service, Victor abdicated in the search of other adventures. Successor Chancellor Allarion appointed [[Avalon/Roleplay Section/Otto|Otto]] [[Burgundy_Family|Burgundy]], Knight of Wilwau as Baron of Ippetimbal and Knight of the Duchy of Wudenkin. | ||
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| + | Since Baron [[Avalon/Roleplay Section/Otto|Otto]] was a member [[Guardians_of_the_Magical_Herbs|Guardians Of The Magical Herbs]], he constructed a guild hall in the region for to support their efforts. It would be one of only two regions in Avalon to have a guild hall for Guardians Of The Magical Herbs. | ||
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| + | According to folklore [[Avalon/Roleplay Section/Siebe|Siebe]] & Niels were Knights Of Ippetimbal. | ||
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| + | Legends mention the [[Blessed_Sabre_of_Ippetimbal|Blessed Sabre Of Ippetimbal]] as a beautiful ornate weapon. | ||
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| + | [[Image:ippetimbal_castle.jpg|Ippetimbal's Castle|300px]] | ||
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| + | ''Ippetimbal Castle after a ancient history siege'' | ||
Latest revision as of 03:12, 8 April 2020
Region Summary
Ippetimbal is a mountainous region at the heart of Beluaterra, a third of its land area is occupied by impassable mountains with the remaining land dominated by rolling hills, steep cliffs and sharp valleys. Running through the core of the region is a lone stream that originates from a mountain spring emitting clear cool water year round.
Ippetimbal Castle lies at the base of the great mountains near the source of the stream. The castle is mostly a ruin after decades of siege and neglect however its tall tower, drawbridge and encircling moat make it a formidable stronghold against the many attacks by monsters and undead. Most of Ippetimbal can be seen from its imposing position atop the regions steepest cliffs making it an excellent residence for the local lord.
Twin Towns is the main settlement of Ippetimbal and rest upon the rounded banks of the lone stream. The settlement congregated around two defining features; forming two distinct villages thus its name. The first village was built around an critical bridge crossing and the second village around an important crossroad.
The Fertile Basin descends below the cliffs south of Ippetimbal Castle. Its fertile soil are excellent for farming to feed the hungry population.
The Eastern Highlands rise isolated above the stream valley resulting in a different culture taking root.
As Ippetimbal is a semi-mountainous region its primary source of revenue is rare minerals pulled from the regions many mines. Also modest amounts of farming and logging take place throughout the valleys and foothills making the region closer to self sufficient than other mountainous regions.
The Seventh Age of Beluaterra
A ruined Ippetimbal is subjected by the Empire of Vordul Sanguinis, and granted to Baroness Sol Tempest by Emperor Xlair Silverblade.
Region Map
Mapped by Sol Tempest upon being made Baroness of Ippetimbal.
Ancient History
The region of Ippetimbal was a member of the Former Duchy Of Wudenkin. A mountain region north of Dyomoque, the capital of their ally Khthon and south of the third biggest city on the continent; Avalon's Wudenkin.
History books in Ippetimbal's Castle Library show that Chancellor Grim-Reaper appointed General Victor as Baron. After a time of loyal service, Victor abdicated in the search of other adventures. Successor Chancellor Allarion appointed Otto Burgundy, Knight of Wilwau as Baron of Ippetimbal and Knight of the Duchy of Wudenkin.
Since Baron Otto was a member Guardians Of The Magical Herbs, he constructed a guild hall in the region for to support their efforts. It would be one of only two regions in Avalon to have a guild hall for Guardians Of The Magical Herbs.
According to folklore Siebe & Niels were Knights Of Ippetimbal.
Legends mention the Blessed Sabre Of Ippetimbal as a beautiful ornate weapon.
Ippetimbal Castle after a ancient history siege
