Burg Eschenloh, a hauntingly beautiful ruin, stands as a sentinel to the northern pass approaching Marbek. Once abandoned after Marbek's walls were built, the fortress is now reoccupied due to renewed warfare in Earlsdale. The castle looms under the shadow of a great volcano, its blackened peak visible from afar, shrouded in ash and often spewing dark smoke. The distant rumble of flowing lava adds a sense of primordial dread to the fortress.
From the crumbling towers, the view is spectacular, with rolling hills and a vast forest stretching into the horizon. At sunset, the sky turns a brilliant orange, and majestic birds soar above, giving the wild landscape a touch of serenity. At night, torches flicker on the high towers, casting eerie shadows and revealing the ancient power that still seems to linger within the ruins. The winding pathways through the fortress are lined with remnants of past battles, including broken weapons and weathered banners, hinting at the castle’s storied past.
Despite its dilapidated state, Burg Eschenloh is a hive of activity. Soldiers from across Earlsdale bustle about, sharpening swords, mending armor, and stocking up on supplies, preparing for any potential siege. The once grand halls now serve as makeshift barracks, filled with the sounds of clinking armor and hushed strategy discussions. Amidst the preparations, there is a sense of camaraderie among the soldiers, who share tales of bravery and legends of the castle's previous inhabitants.
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