The Keep | Messina | Overberton Port | Sonya's Peaks | Glevin's Portals | Bellshire | Kraus | Abyssinia | Shirmire | Athgar

Welcome to the world of Raven's Keep. It is a large and varied place, with many lands both far and near the Keep. On this page you will find information on the geography of this universe.

THE KEEP is a quaint castle, settled upon a small crag in the town and land of Messina. It is surrounded by forest, high mountains to the west, north and east, and a great sea to the south.

Click here to see a map of the lands and seas surrounding the Keep.

The Streets of Messina MESSINA is a large, lovely bustling town just a short horse ride from Raven's Keep. Its large newest dwelling can be seen from the many balconies of the keep. There, one can trade many things. Wheat and grains, tools and animals, food and livestock. Weapons and many items can be bought and traded here. Find the right merchant and its a done deal, but beware of the cleaver merchants. They can be sneaky at times and get the upper hand on your intended good trade.

Messina also hold the NEW Crystal Lake Inn and Tavern. It stands on the corner of one of the main roads and a crystal blue lake. It's lavish rooms welcomes everyone for a hot meal, bath and plenty of rest and relaxation. There, the owner Lana welcomes you and will await your every whim. But be weary of her strong arm Sadition and his pet wolf Braeden. They can handle most any brawls or intended harm about the place. Come, ye jolly soul or ye wee weary ones. Rest and sleep with comfort...

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Overberton Port OVERBERTON PORT is a small port of trade. Its rogues and unkindly folk make it a harsh place to visit. It's about a half days ride from the Keep. The people there are more like mercenaires and assassins. Their services are usually found there and sometimes unliking to the ones that seek them out... The Dragon's Eye Tavern Be wary of the NEW Dragon's Eye Tavern and Inn. It rises now where once the Black Dagger Tavern used to exist. Destroyed by the monstrous army of the Queen horde, a new establishment has arisen from the ashes. Many ruffians attend this tavern, and who knows what could await such nice folks as thee. Be weary of the bartenders there, for sometimes they may slip all kinds of goodies into your meade or ale or what lot ye pertake. The ale at the Dragon's Eye is fair, one t'would be obliged to drink after a long journey. The Overberton Port lies just South of the tavern. Many ships come daily, weekly and monthly for good trade and their precious cargo of new arrivals such as oneself...

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Sonya's Peaks SONYA'S PEAKS are large snow tipped mountains to the North of Raven's Keep. They stay snow covered all year around. They are very difficult to travel and dangerous. These majestic mountains have become the newest dwellings for the greatest ally of Lady Sarah, the dragons from Abyssinia. There many huge and gigantic caves and caverns off them a great home. Keth the leader of the dragons seems to have a new alliance with the lady. In return, Sarah offers them shelter and food and freedom. After the death of their leader Mya, they returned to their home to be turned away. They were homeless and many slain before they fled back to Raven's Keep. These grand mountains wrap around Messina and the Keep providing great protection from evading forces and even sometimes extremely dangerous storms and weather. Although some people seem to drift in to the land from beyond the mountains and the sea port. They rarely go un-noticed by all. Whether it be from beyond the snow capped mountains or a drifting ship to the port, welcome to Raven's Keep.

Glevin's Portals GLEVIN'S PORTALS are located throughout the surrounding land of Raven's Keep and beyond. They are said to be somewhat of travel portals, linking distant places and even other worlds. Their destinations are unknown to all, except one. Legend has it that the old King Tiberius, Lady Sarah's father came through such a portal to Raven's Keep. His wisdom and strength in defending the Keep and Messina was unsurpassed. He ruled Messina until his murder. His only living child, Lady Sarah, rules now in his stead. Now, Lady Sarah is guardian of the portals. She has complete control over them, but seldom chooses to exercise that control.

Bellshire BELLSHIRE is the homeland of the Druids. These mystical people tend to keep to themselves. They delve in magics and other mystical aspects. They are a kind people and tend to help others, instead of destory. Again, legend has it that an evil sorcerer will return to Bellshire and the land of Messina. It will take the land and all it's kingdoms and people under it's control. Many hold these legends to be true. There, in Bellshire stands a large stone temple. The Druids there collect many books, scrolls and other magical works inside this temple. They also tend to make their homes within these temples as their studies take up most of their waking hour. Although a peaceful people, they swore their allegence with the Keep and Lady Sarah. Bellshire is about a full days ride from Raven's Keep. Bellshire also serves as a home for all those fleeing from Raven's Keep, Messina, Overberton and the forest. The Druids protected the people while the lands are being restored, homes rebuilt and the castle set anew.

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