Durnhol-Saarkaaz

Durnhol-Saarkaaz, translating to "Durn home under the mountain", is a mountain city state located within Rozakkora, inhabited by dwarves, specifically the Durn.

Eldham
Originally, Durnhol-Saarkaaz was a dwarven hold in Leifmyrr.

Arrival to Abexilas
Around the time of the destruction of Eldham, the Durn began the Great Excavation, where they dug through strange rock deep underground and ending up in a new world called Abexilas. They found a tall mountain they could call home and immediately carved out hallways to build their new city.

Government
Durnhol-Saarkaaz is governed by a Lar-Damak, the Durnic term for "High King" or "High Queen". The term is gender neutral. Currently the Lar-Damak is Lady Cyronax.

The Damak, translating to "Noble", are dwarves with high status who are a part of the court of the Lar-Damak. They can act as advisors.

Geography
The city of Durnhol-Saarkaaz was built under a large mountain, surrounded by forest. To the east are sheer cliffs that drop into the sea. Deep underneath, skulk infested caverns and networks of mining tunnels can be found.

Climate
The mountain weather is often damp and rainy. Near the summit it may snow from time to time. The air is thin here and may pose problems for some visitors. Sometimes auroras appear in the skies above the mountain.

Flora and fauna
The mountain is rocky and bare, weathered to the point that little plantlife can be found.

Fauna is equally sparse. Bats and rats might be found in and around the dwarven hold.

Roads
The north and south gates of the dwarven city connect to the main road at two points either side of the mountain. As a result the quickest way to get past the mountain is through the Durnhol-Saarkaaz trading hall.

Culture
Durn culture revolves around drinking and mining. They have a strong work ethic and will build and dig relentlessly. Brewing is a highly valued skill to the Durn and the drinking hall is often the biggest room in their settlements. The dwarven architecture of Durnhol-Saarkaaz is grandiose. Most notable are the large arches that support vast ceilings.

Demographics
The Durnic Faith, also known as Harnagism, is the official religion of the inhabitants of the city. Durn are the most common race here, a species of dwarf. The main language of Durnhol-Saarkaaz is Durnic. Common is also spoken.