First read by Cesar in Is3e2.
An account of Vumira’s founding and history. Also includes historical details for several locations in the Vumiran Surrounds.
- Vumira was founded at the beginning of the Age of Bishops.
- Began as a small town, but quickly grew because of its central location between the four major cities.
- Traven was appointed Lord of Vumira in 550 B, just before the Orc Uprising.
Vumiran Swamplands
This chapter includes the following information on the Vumiran Swamplands:
- Most of the swamp is difficult terrain, and high boots are recommended.
- Travellers must beware of disease-ridden waters and Dizzying Fog. Restorative Ointment should be used on any open wounds to avoid disease, and Potions of Steadiness can be used to temporarily negate the effects of Dizzying Fog.
- The swamplands are home to swarms of rats and insects, giant poisonous snakes, giant lizards, giant crocodiles, mud elementals, water elementals, green hags, shambling mounds, trolls, and even hydras.
- The swamplands are the perfect habitat for Black Dragons, although there are no known sightings.
- Undead also roam the swamplands (remnants of failed expeditions). These include ghouls, wights, and will-o’-whisps.