Part I

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A single tree stood atop a rocky hill just beyond a windy ribbon of water flowing around the base of the hill. This was the third of four zones untouched by time or the effects of nature. For centuries man has been incapable of reaching these sacred sights worshiped by some, loathing to others. The Chal'uney tribe made first recorded contact with the ancient range. Zone three is the smallest yet most infamous zone. After the first step into the land, the ground shook, and shot the leader back to the ground. Many religious practices take place at these zones. Several church leaders gather hundreds of worshipers in large clumps to the badland. They all circle around the area-at least one hundred feet away from the border that kills.


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Zone two, or more commonly known as Aldtchet, was found by a priest of the same last name. This is yet another sight to set out for. The church of Breancht holds plays, gatherings, feasts-including a twenty feet table for the whole church-, and school teaching practices. The zone is only a cave opening separated by another flow of water stretching around the base of the opening-As is every shrine.

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The fourth zone is yet to be found. It is said that it will be found in the next three hundred years. Religious leaders, men seeking unthinkable riches, and men looking for adventure strive to find the fourth zone. Because it has not been found yet it has been given the name The Black Shrine.

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The first zone was found last. It is called Kalnreath. The sight is a meadow of flowers, and tall grass. The largest of the three known shrines. The flow of water runs at least a mile around the field. It is said that man who is righteous enough to reach one hand through the barrier will be claimed a God.

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