Dargurn - The Fortress of Shadow

Of all the fell places in the world, the fortress of shadow is perhaps the most malign. Carved into the very bedrock of the Ashen Hills, this redoubt of evil extends deep beneath the earth, where all foul things dwell.

Constructed in the days of strife before The Return, it was once the seat of Korez’ck, demon prince of the Fourth Circle. Though abandoned when its master was forced to depart this plane long ago, his taint has remained upon Dargurn and shadow once again reaches out from behind its black gates.

We cannot stand idle and allow the fortress to once again foster the seed of evil. It is therefore, with heavy heart, that I must ask a great task of you. Your company must set forth to the Ashen Hills at once and investigate the dark fortress. Find out what dwells there now and what can be done to stop its advance.

I do not ask this quest of you lightly but the King will not listen and the nobles fight amongst themselves. They will do nothing, so we must act instead.

I wish you luck my great friends, and may the grace of all the gods go with you.

Your faithful friend,

Sir Maner Trudel, Lord High Chancellor

Extract from official letter from the office of the Lord High Chancellor, dated Mid Summer 465 AR, recipients unknown.

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This is the last map I shall release for our theme of the Simarillon. This two level dungeon map was inspired by Morgoth's fortress of Angband from the 1st Age. 

Little about the specifics of Angband are described however what I could find has been included in this map, such as; a labyrinth of stairs, a great wall, a throne room and a prison.

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