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}}'''Human settlements '''refer to any location where [[humans]] reside, either currently or previously. They are also known as '''scavenger dens''' by [[dragons]], and several [[Pyrrhia]]n dragon maps include known human settlement locations. | }} | ||
'''Human settlements '''refer to any location where [[humans]] reside, either currently or previously. They are also known as '''scavenger dens''' by [[dragons]], and several [[Pyrrhia]]n dragon maps include known human settlement locations. | |||
These settlements, along with the humans themselves, often house the treasure that humans have stolen from dragons. [[IceWings]], [[NightWings]], and [[SandWings]] have been known to destroy the settlements out of spite or in search of the lost [[SandWing treasure]]. Some scavenger dens also have weaponry meant to repel dragons{{Ref|WT|134}} | These settlements, along with the humans themselves, often house the treasure that humans have stolen from dragons. [[IceWings]], [[NightWings]], and [[SandWings]] have been known to destroy the settlements out of spite or in search of the lost [[SandWing treasure]]. Some scavenger dens also have weaponry meant to repel dragons.{{Ref|WT|134}} | ||
== Major Settlements == | == Major Settlements == | ||
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There is also an unnamed but well-known human settlement near a bend in the [[Great Five-Tail River]], north of the [[Rainforest Kingdom]], and west of [[Queen Moorhen]]'s lake. It is believed to be the biggest in Pyrrhia, and unlike most human settlements, it is not hidden away, and is rather well-fortified with stone walls. Most dragons avoid hunting from the settlement, as it is defended fiercely by its inhabitants. It is built high in the air, on a cliff overlooking a forest, and placed in such a way where any dragon would be visible for miles in any direction. There are clifftops below the settlement,{{Ref|WT|130}} and it is built where a large overhanging ledge shelters much of it from the sky, shielding the humans from one direction. Cave entrances dot the cliffside and odd structures are carved out of the rock, each probably large enough for nine or ten humans to curl up inside. A wall of thick stone runs around the edge, ending at the cliff on each side.{{Ref|WT|132}} The humans in this settlement seem very active,{{Ref|WT|113}} and it is equipped with at least one large contraption made of pieces of wood that are fit together with rope and metal. The sharp, pointed end of its spear slid into a slot in the stone wall and pokes out of the outer side.{{Ref|WT|133}} The spear is as long as a dragon, and was activated by a torch.{{Ref|WT|134}} | There is also an unnamed but well-known human settlement near a bend in the [[Great Five-Tail River]], north of the [[Rainforest Kingdom]], and west of [[Queen Moorhen]]'s lake. It is believed to be the biggest in Pyrrhia, and unlike most human settlements, it is not hidden away, and is rather well-fortified with stone walls. Most dragons avoid hunting from the settlement, as it is defended fiercely by its inhabitants. It is built high in the air, on a cliff overlooking a forest, and placed in such a way where any dragon would be visible for miles in any direction. There are clifftops below the settlement,{{Ref|WT|130}} and it is built where a large overhanging ledge shelters much of it from the sky, shielding the humans from one direction. Cave entrances dot the cliffside and odd structures are carved out of the rock, each probably large enough for nine or ten humans to curl up inside. A wall of thick stone runs around the edge, ending at the cliff on each side.{{Ref|WT|132}} The humans in this settlement seem very active,{{Ref|WT|113}} and it is equipped with at least one large contraption made of pieces of wood that are fit together with rope and metal. The sharp, pointed end of its spear slid into a slot in the stone wall and pokes out of the outer side.{{Ref|WT|133}} The spear is as long as a dragon, and was activated by a torch.{{Ref|WT|134}} | ||
== Minor Settlements == | == Minor Settlements == | ||
=== Safe Harbor === | === Safe Harbor === | ||
'''Safe Harbor''' is a location shown on the map of ''[[Dragonslayer]]''. It appeared as a generic scavenger den on the map of Pyrrhia, and appeared in the epilogue of ''[[The Dark Secret (book)|The Dark Secret]]''. Safe Harbor is represented on the map as a large castle. It is "almost as big as the Indestructible City, and just as likely to shoot flaming things at dragons." | '''Safe Harbor''' is a location shown on the map of ''[[Dragonslayer]]''. It appeared as a generic scavenger den on the map of Pyrrhia, and appeared in the epilogue of ''[[The Dark Secret (book)|The Dark Secret]]''. Safe Harbor is represented on the map as a large castle. It is "almost as big as the Indestructible City, and just as likely to shoot flaming things at dragons." | ||
It was in close proximity to [[Blister's hideout]], and was destroyed by Blister herself out of frustration after the attack on the [[Summer Palace]] in ''[[The Lost Heir (book)|The Lost Heir]].'' | It was in close proximity to [[Blister's hideout]], and was destroyed by Blister herself out of frustration after the attack on the [[Summer Palace]] in ''[[The Lost Heir (book)|The Lost Heir]].'' | ||
=== Ruins of Valor === | === Ruins of Valor === | ||
The '''ruins of Valor | The '''ruins of Valor''', also known as the '''scavenger ruins''', are the are the remains of the old village of Valor, found on the border of the [[Kingdom of Sand]] and [[Jade Mountain]]. It first appeared in ''[[The Brightest Night (book)|The Brightest Night]]''. | ||
=== Scavenger Temple === | === Scavenger Temple === | ||
The '''Scavenger Temple''' is a hidden temple in the forest near Valor. It has two missing walls, with only weathered marble columns left to hold up the roof. It also has a window large enough for a human to leap through. Dragons that are flying, roaring, lounging on clouds, prowling through trees, and snarling at each other are carved all over the temple. | The '''Scavenger Temple''' is a hidden temple in the forest near Valor. It has two missing walls, with only weathered marble columns left to hold up the roof. It also has a window large enough for a human to leap through. Dragons that are flying, roaring, lounging on clouds, prowling through trees, and snarling at each other are carved all over the temple. | ||
==Trivia== | == Trivia == | ||
* [[Starflight]] always believed scavenger dens were like meerkat warrens. | * [[Starflight]] always believed scavenger dens were like meerkat warrens. | ||
* There are no known or noted human settlements on [[Pantala]], but there are humans. | * There are no known or noted human settlements on [[Pantala]], but there are humans. | ||
Revision as of 05:18, 9 October 2020
Template:Infobox Location Human settlements refer to any location where humans reside, either currently or previously. They are also known as scavenger dens by dragons, and several Pyrrhian dragon maps include known human settlement locations.
These settlements, along with the humans themselves, often house the treasure that humans have stolen from dragons. IceWings, NightWings, and SandWings have been known to destroy the settlements out of spite or in search of the lost SandWing treasure. Some scavenger dens also have weaponry meant to repel dragons.[1]
Major Settlements
Major human settlements include Valor, Talisman, and the Indestructible City.
There is also an unnamed but well-known human settlement near a bend in the Great Five-Tail River, north of the Rainforest Kingdom, and west of Queen Moorhen's lake. It is believed to be the biggest in Pyrrhia, and unlike most human settlements, it is not hidden away, and is rather well-fortified with stone walls. Most dragons avoid hunting from the settlement, as it is defended fiercely by its inhabitants. It is built high in the air, on a cliff overlooking a forest, and placed in such a way where any dragon would be visible for miles in any direction. There are clifftops below the settlement,[2] and it is built where a large overhanging ledge shelters much of it from the sky, shielding the humans from one direction. Cave entrances dot the cliffside and odd structures are carved out of the rock, each probably large enough for nine or ten humans to curl up inside. A wall of thick stone runs around the edge, ending at the cliff on each side.[3] The humans in this settlement seem very active,[4] and it is equipped with at least one large contraption made of pieces of wood that are fit together with rope and metal. The sharp, pointed end of its spear slid into a slot in the stone wall and pokes out of the outer side.[5] The spear is as long as a dragon, and was activated by a torch.[1]
Minor Settlements
Safe Harbor
Safe Harbor is a location shown on the map of Dragonslayer. It appeared as a generic scavenger den on the map of Pyrrhia, and appeared in the epilogue of The Dark Secret. Safe Harbor is represented on the map as a large castle. It is "almost as big as the Indestructible City, and just as likely to shoot flaming things at dragons." It was in close proximity to Blister's hideout, and was destroyed by Blister herself out of frustration after the attack on the Summer Palace in The Lost Heir.
Ruins of Valor
The ruins of Valor, also known as the scavenger ruins, are the are the remains of the old village of Valor, found on the border of the Kingdom of Sand and Jade Mountain. It first appeared in The Brightest Night.
Scavenger Temple
The Scavenger Temple is a hidden temple in the forest near Valor. It has two missing walls, with only weathered marble columns left to hold up the roof. It also has a window large enough for a human to leap through. Dragons that are flying, roaring, lounging on clouds, prowling through trees, and snarling at each other are carved all over the temple.
Trivia
- Starflight always believed scavenger dens were like meerkat warrens.
- There are no known or noted human settlements on Pantala, but there are humans.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Winter Turning, page 134
- ↑ Winter Turning, page 130
- ↑ Winter Turning, page 132
- ↑ Winter Turning, page 113
- ↑ Winter Turning, page 133
| Humans | |
|---|---|
| Abyss village | |
| Talisman |
Bluebell • Butterfly • Camellia • Crow • Gorge • Mushroom • Tadpole • Trout |
| Valor |
Aster • Azalea • Brook • Chipmunk • Daffodil • Daisy • Forest • Foxglove • Heath • Lark • Laurel • Moth • Petal • Pine • Root • Squirrel • Stone • Violet |
| Indestructible City | |
| Pyrrhia |
Present: Arbutus • Bandit • Cardinal • Cranberry • Grove • Ivy • Leaf • Rose • Rover • Rowan • Thyme • Wren |
| Pantala | |
| Society |
Dragonmancers • Human settlements • Truth Seekers • Wingwatchers |
