The Land: Valachan (pronounced voll a kon) is a rugged, forested domain in the southwestern corner of the Core. Its ridges and numerous small canyons make overland travel difficult. Common wildlife includes deer, moose, boars, martens, eagles, and ravens. Bears and panthers also abide in the woods.

There are three towns of notable size: Ungrad, population 1,500; Rotwald, 4,000; and Habelnik, 3,500. Baron Urik von Kharkov's fortresss, Castle Pantara, lies between Rotwald and Habelnik. The dark castle is crouched on a cliff above the main road, like the animal for which it is named.

The Folk: Valchani natives frequently suffer from White Fever, a mild flu that developes at night and leaves its victims listless and bedridden for several days. The folk recognize the Baron as their lord and ruler. He does not tax them harshly, but often summons them to work in his keep at night. The work is harsh; laborers usually return home with a case of White Fever.

Once a year, the Baron demands that a young woman leave her family and become his bride. She rarely lives out the year. The people assume that she either kills herself or dies form his abuse.  The culture level is medieval.

The Lord: The Baron Urik von Kharkov rules this domain.

Common:                       Rare:

Vampire                         Panther

Boar                               Bear

Deer or moose                Undead

Bats                               Spiders