5/5/2023 0 Comments The wastes kingdom rush![]() However, it is not that simple, as the volcanic springs are home to salamanders and also fire elementals. The water from the springs tastes foul, and the gases that the pools give off is toxic, but the Urduk have found that wrapping their head cloths around their mouths gives enough time to get some of the precious water out before the vapours effect them. One of these is the Bitter Waters, an area of volcanic springs. In the Central Plains of Fire, water is hard to come by, so any source is valuable, no matter the perils attached to it. The existence of the temple is hinted at in various texts of the fallen Kingdom of Josta, and in some ancient Hulean tomes. The other portals wards remain, and lead to as yet unknown locations. ![]() When they were wiped out by the Immortals spells, the wards weakened on one portal, and let the planar spiders through. It is now inhabited by the largest of the local spiders, as well as some planar spiders that leaked through the portals that the priests of the temple maintained. A perfectly preserved Nithian temple, dated from the times when much of the Great Waste was colonised by the Nithians. ![]() Deeper within the canyon, however, lurks a very good reason for adventurers to brave the arachnids. Those who are foolish enough to stray nearby usually end up cocooned within the web, and many desiccated corpses, along with whatever possessions they had with them, can be found within the webs. The local nomads steer well clear of the area, as they are extremely venomous, and larger than the normal size. The webs inside the Canyon reach from the floor to the ceiling above, trapping insects and small birds, feeding the giant spiders that inhabit the canyon. The Winding Canyon itself is bright and airy, and would be one of the most pleasant places in the Burning Wastes if it were not for one thing. At least that is how it is to the local nomads. It is some 4 miles long, and surround by a unclimbable sandstone outcropping. It is a vast wound made in the sandstone of the surrounding mesa, and is some 400 yards deep. The Winding Canyon is in the eastern part of the broken lands known as the Burning Wastes. There are many hidden treasures, fallen kingdoms and natural wonders for the adventurer who is willing to seek them out. There are many points of interest for a traveller in the Great Waste. Atlas Rules Resources Adventures Stories FAQ Search Links ![]()
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