Enderal:Landscapes of Enderal: Farmers Coast
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- Ark, Brewery
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- Priest Tolgan's House
- Residential Barrack
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- Zorkban's Cellar
Farmers Coast
For Travelers and Traders
The Farmers Coast region is a lush, bountiful area situated between the lake of Ark and the great capital in the South, and Enderal's northern shore. The land predominantly consists of flat hills and rich green meadows, although a mountain range rises in the East - the natural border with the Goldenforst region. Due to the accessible terrain and fertile soil, the lower valleys are excellently suited for agriculture. The majority of the food consumed in Ark and its hinterland is produced on the Farmers Coast, and a lot of the raw materials, such as lumber, found in Ark's marketplace have their origins here as well.
The Farmers Coast can be reached by leaving Ark through the northern gate and crossing the bridge, after which you will encounter a fork in the road. The path branching east leads to the icy mountain pass where the ruins of Old Uskasarak are located. The Golden Sickle advises against taking this route unless one is well-armed and prepared for the cold clime. Following the western road and crossing a second bridge will lead you to the Farmers Coast and Bridgehead Farm. The farm is owned by the Hafner family, and they operate a store by the roadside as well. Travelers wishing to purchase goods straight from the land should certainly consider paying a visit. For stronger brew or a hot meal, one will have to seek out the only tavern in the area: the Red Ox. The cider that is served there is delicious and - within reasonable quantities - quite digestible. On an interesting side-note: the Red Ox did not receive its name by chance. In the inn you get to meet the Ox in person.
The western road from Bridgehead Farm leads to the large fields of Grain Farm. Continuing even further west and across a bridge will take you to the deep forests of the Heartlands. It is also possible to cross the fields from Grain Farm and go north to the beach, which is inaccessible from anywhere else due to the steep cliffs surrounding it. Be wary when leaving the inhabited parts of the Farmers Coast: it can be dangerous for unarmed travelers. The shoreline is long and without risking a difficult climb, the cliffs offer no other traversable paths away from the beach. Arm yourself well before heading there, and prepare yourself for a long march.
The eastern road from Bridgehead Farm into the rising hills will take you past the other farmsteads in the region, including Landlord Borek's Farm. In addition to running what are possibly the most profitable fields of Enderal, Landlord Borek is entrusted with supervising the inhabitants of the Farmers Coast. Should one feel the need to pray to Malphas or receive His blessing, a shrine can be found near the Landlord's farm and Pater Aiakamaton will be more than happy to be of service to any Path-abiding traveler.
Near the Farmer Coast's north-eastern border a large cave can be found, commonly referred to as Glowstone Grotto - beware of exploring it. Several adventurers have been reported to have gone missing after heading there. Based on local sightings of activity in the vicinity, it is presumed that both the grotto itself as well as the people lurking there are actively hostile towards everyone who dares to enter. Any traveler in this area should, however, consider visiting the old Farmers Throne located in one of the Upper Farm's fields not far from Glowstone Grotto. According to legend, the Throne has stood here before humans ever set foot in this region. It is customary among the farmers to have the new landlord sworn into his holy duties here every four years.
After passing the honey brewery at the Upper Farm, there is a narrow path that takes one further east toward the mountain range. Following the steps to the Autumn Pass, you will eventually come upon a small, abandoned fortress known as "Ark's Last Watch". It used to guard the icy pass and ensure safe passage to Goldenforst during the winter months in times long past, but since no travelers have ventured into Goldenforst for centuries, the fortress has fallen into disrepair. Nowadays one will encounter lawless rabble in this location at best. Continuing past Ark's Last Watch, will eventually bring you to Goldenforst Vale, where the ancestral castle of the Dal'Mareks stands. However, as has already been hinted at in this paragraph, the Goldenforst region has been abandoned by civilization for a long time and is considered extremely dangerous. The Golden Sickle strongly advises against approaching this area. For those interested in more information about the region, we recommend the volume devoted to Goldenforst in the Landscapes of Enderal series.
To experienced adventurers most of the Farmers Coast might seem calm and uneventful, yet increasingly bold and aggressive Vatyrs have recently threatened the peacefulness of even the inhabited parts of the region. Malphas will surely bless you, should you free a cellar or two from these beasts.
