The Ridge

The Ridge is a stretch of volcanic mountains which acts as a land bridge between the continents of Ebberia and Dvarlik.

History
The Ridge came into being when two tectonic plates collided at the same time as a disturbance from a rift to the Elemental Plane of Fire, which is located here. Volcanic mountains which were previously underwater rose from the sea. As such, there is little flat land between the mountains and the sea. Often there are sharp drops and dangerous terrain leading straight into open water.

Due to its tactival advantage between Ebberia and Dvarlik, the Ebberian duchy of Farwood has since been an area which both Handaer and Annowir wish to hold.

Inhabitants
There are few inhabitants along the Ridge due to its danger and inaccessibility.

Genasi
The Fire genasi stronghold of Eldbrand lies within the Ridge on the Dvarlika side. This is the second of the dyadic Genasi cities which lies on or around Ebberia

Dwarves
Upon the outer cliff sides and peaks of the Southern side of the Ridge lies one of the few Dwarven cites open to the skies. Once the Ridge rose, several excursions of Dwarves from different cities on each of the two surrounding continents clambered to explore establish themselves on this new stretch of mountain. However, they quickly realised that due to the volcanic nature of the mountains, it was too dangerous to dig deep into the mountain. As such, they found a reasonably safe area of the Ridge, and developed a city which exits in, around, and on top of the mountains. Shallow tunnels dug into the mountain act as a foundation upon which the majority of the city has been built.

Expedition Parties
Samll groups from both Ebberia and Dvarlik have attempted to cross the Ridge numerous times. These parties wish to find travel routes and establish camps in order for armies (or traders) to later cross. So far, both continents have been unsuccessful, but attempts are still made.