Hammerhill

Hammerhill is a settlment in Northern Vlossenvarn. It was orginially settled by Dwarves from the Greypick Trading Company to cement their claim on the region.

History

The Greypick Trading Company, a branch of the Greypick Mining Company, took out a loan from the Copper Claw Bank to purchase the Hammer Hill region, originally called Volon-Valantia or Volon-Valalennar on maps of Vlossenvarn. To further assist with cost of transporting men and supplies from Cyrant, several non-Dwarven merchants from the outside of the clan were added as investors. This also allowed access to cheaper labor from non-Dwarves. The location was selected for three reasons. The first was that the hill itself is defensible, offers a good view of the land, and presented to the Dwarves. The second was the location against the land that Greypick Mining Company is currently disputing as part of their claim. Should they win the claim, it will allow for easy expansion to the area, and should they lose, then it prevents incursions into their own boarder. The third is that hill conceal a deposit of gems to be mined.

Settlement

The town itself is split into three areas, Hilltop, Lakeside, & Underhill.

Hilltop is where many of the non-Dwarven residents live.

Lakeside is on the west side of the hill against Anvil Lake. Several of the more transient residents have created a small tent-town. The docks of this area offer access to the rivers.

Underhill is where the Gem mine and many of the Dwarven residents reside. The Greypick's headquarters are located here.

Government

The Greypick Trading Company has charted a local council to govern the town. This council also includes a member from the Greypick Trading Company as a representative, usually the captain in charge of the town's defense. The town charter follows closely to standard Dwarven laws and customs.

Food & Drink

Hammerhill's remoteness has created a different diet that Dwarves are accustomed. Fish from Lake Anvil is a common in meals, as well as edge water plants like Leeks and Malanga. Trappers and Hunters bring in wild game, while shepherds range north of the town. Brewers create a various ales, each vying to become the town's signature.