Far from Brelish scrutiny in the Blackcaps lies the tiny village of Black Pit, named for the yawning chasm it overlooks. The community attracts the worst sorts, serving as a retreat for murderers and thieves, cast-offs and criminals. Not surprisingly, it is an ideal place for a thriving black market.
The nearby pit is believed to be bottomless, a shaft burrowing into the heart of Khyber. Poisonous clouds accompanied by shrieks and moans rise from the depths, giving the place its unsavory reputation. Few have tried to enter Khyber from here—and each expedition that has tried this route has not been heard from again.
A massive chasm in the Blackcap Mountains, the Black Pit is over a mile across and descends beyond the limits of sight. It’s said to be an entrance to the abyss of Khyber, and foul creatures live among the caves that honeycomb its walls. A nearby village—also called Black Pit—provides a haven for deserters and other criminals as well as a thriving black market.
If you have shady friends, you’ve likely heard of Black Pit’s reputation as a place to quietly “disappear.” Similarly, if you have ties to the King’s Dark Lanterns, you know where to find some of Breland’s worst criminals.