Greetings travelers,
Weโre now in Week 3 of this monthโs theme: Dwarven Strongholds, and Iโm especially excited about todayโs release. So far this month weโve explored a dwarven gatehouse, a dwarven shrine, and even a port city carved into the mountain rock. But today, we take our first steps into a true dwarven holdโKhaz Narak, home of the Ironmantle Clan
This release includes the first two levels of the mountain stronghold (five levels total are planned).
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A vast, fortified passage that serves as the holdโs gateway to the outside world. Strong walls, sturdy gates, and vigilant guards ensure no unwelcome guests enter unchallenged. A handful of trusted human traders are allowed this farโbut no deeper.

Something I feel is often overlooked in fantasy mapsโwhere do the inhabitants actually live? The Commons is the beating heart of Khaz Narak: rows of living quarters, a bustling market, a hearty tavern, a halls of records, and even access to a subterranean lake. This level is full of daily life and rich roleplay opportunities for your players.

And this is just the beginning! Still to come are:
๐จ The Grand Forge & Mines
๐ The Palace Level
๐ฏ๏ธ The Sealed Vaults
Stay tuned for moreโKhaz Narak will be one of the most ambitious dungeons weโve ever mapped.
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alaskawinter923
2025-09-26 18:16:42 +0000 UTCGeorge Mason
2025-09-18 17:26:12 +0000 UTCnikkiro
2025-09-18 17:15:00 +0000 UTC