Ældrassil

Ældrassil

Born from a wish, this massive ‘tree’ takes root at the heart of the basin within the Myrkvior mountains. However, it is no ordinary tree– nestled within it lies the body of an ancient dragon. Now a hybrid between flora and fauna, it remains alive in a state of suspended animation, and ultimately, the tree and the dragon are one and the same, with the tree inheriting the dragon's name. Ældrassil derives its vibrant vitality from what became of the beast's Grist, and in turn, the flora of the region will always remain lush and full of life. It is said that the dragon influences the land around it, though in what ways and to what extent it is uncertain. The Ælves who call the tree home struggle to tell where exactly their influence ends and the dragon’s begins, for they consider their relationship to it to be wholly symbiotic. The Ælven populace which calls the Myrkvior mountains home have built their capitol around Ældrassil. Their settlements include simple to elaborate structures built out of wood, stone, and built into the surrounding trees themselves.

Ældrassil is the size of a small mountain on its own, and the wood is a rich, dark, cool toned brown. If one shines light onto it, it will glint with a subtle, opalescent patina, giving it an ethereal look. The leaves are a deep, bluish green in Summer, shifting to warm tones in the Fall, purplish in Winter and lighter greens in Spring.

There are various structures built onto and into the boughs of this massive tree, most of which play host to varying offices of the Æld'Norai government including the courts and the highest government officials also make their residences here. There are also several locations which serve as ritual sites accessible to the public.