Hollowthorn Family

Overview:
The Hollowthorn family, residing in Gloomshade Hollow, values shadow, fear, and control. Known for their mastery of dark magic and manipulation, they have built their power by instilling fear and using psychological warfare. The Hollowthorn family thrives in secrecy, drawing their strength from the shadows and controlling their domain through fear and intimidation.

Region/Territory:
The Gloomshade Hollow, a dark, twisted forest with constant shadows and creeping mists, is the seat of the Hollowthorn family. The primary city for this region is Hollowthorn Keep, hidden deep within the cursed forest.

Notable Members:

• Nyxilith Hollowthorn – A dark sorceress who forged a deep connection to shadow magic, making her one of the most feared leaders of the family.
• Mordecai Hollowthorn – A master manipulator who built alliances and ruled through fear, ensuring the family’s influence spread throughout Valora.

Artifacts:

• Dreadmantle Cloak – A cloak that allows the wearer to move unseen through shadows, passed down through the Hollowthorn family.
• Nightfang Blade – A sword enchanted with shadow magic, capable of instilling fear in its enemies and draining their life force.
• Whispering Skull – A cursed artifact that grants its wielder the ability to communicate with the dead and gain forbidden knowledge.

Alliances/Rivalries:

• Allies: Historically aligned with the Blackmire family, as both families share a common affinity for shadow magic and manipulation.
• Rivalries: Conflict with the Silverwater family, as the Hollowthorn’s use of forbidden magic directly opposes the Silverwater’s arcane principles.

Age History:

• Age of Divergence: The Hollowthorn family expanded their control over the Gloomshade Hollow, manipulating their neighbors and gaining power through secrecy.
• Shadowed Age: Nyxilith Hollowthorn used her mastery of shadow magic to assist in Zaroth’s rise, spreading fear and corruption throughout Valora.
• Age of Restoration: While their influence has waned, the Hollowthorn family remains a lurking threat, using their dark magic to maintain control and power.

Key Locations:

• Hollowthorn Keep – The main city of Gloomshade Hollow, where players begin their quests in this shadowy and dangerous region.