Overview

The Eldergrove Woods is a dense, mystical forest, once a place of balance and harmony. Now, under the dark influence of Sylthara the Shadowbark, it has become a shadowed and eerie place where light barely penetrates the canopy, and the forest itself seems alive with malevolent intent.

Key Families #

• Thorne Family – Guardians of the forest’s ancient wisdom, they now struggle to defend it from the encroaching corruption.

Historical Importance #

• The Corruption of Sylthara: The fall of Sylthara during the Age of Divergence turned Eldergrove Woods into a twisted forest of shadows and dark magic.
• The Fall of the Ancient Grove: A sacred grove once revered by druids was overtaken by Sylthara’s corruption, marking the region’s downfall.

Current Use #

• The forest is largely avoided by all but those who seek power or to restore balance. Adventurers often venture into the woods, hoping to uncover hidden secrets or reclaim the ancient powers of the land.

Geography #

The Eldergrove Woods is a vast, overgrown forest with towering ancient trees that form a near-impenetrable canopy. The ground is covered in thick moss, and twisted roots snake across the forest floor. The air is damp, filled with the smell of decay and a sense of foreboding. Hidden groves and dark ponds are scattered throughout, and shadowy mist often rolls through the trees, obscuring vision. The forest is eerily silent, save for the occasional distant rustle of leaves.

Key Locations #

1. The Shadowbark Grove – The heart of Sylthara’s power, where her influence is strongest. The trees here are blackened and twisted, pulsating with dark energy.
2. Thorne Hall – The remnants of the Thorne family’s ancient hall, hidden deep within the forest. It is one of the last bastions of light in the Eldergrove.

Hostile Creatures #

1. Shadow Sprites – Quick, dark-winged creatures that dart through the trees, casting curses and illusions.
2. Darkwood Ents – Massive tree guardians corrupted by Sylthara, slow but incredibly strong, with the ability to summon vines.
3. Gloomstalkers – Stealthy predators that blend into the shadows, silently hunting those who wander too far into the woods.

Passive Mobs #

1. Glowmoss Deer – Graceful deer whose antlers glow faintly in the darkness, replacing normal deer. They are the last remnants of light in the corrupted forest.
2. Duskmoths – Large moths that hover around the dark ponds, glowing faintly, and provide rare alchemy ingredients.
3. Shadowhares – Small, elusive creatures that dash through the underbrush, camouflaged in the shadows.

Inhabitants #

• Shadow Druids: Devotees of Sylthara, these druids use dark magic to manipulate the forest and attack any outsiders.
• Thorne Wardens: The last defenders of the Thorne family, these rangers attempt to push back the corruption and protect the forest’s remaining sacred places.