Anauroch

High above the frozen expanses of Norska, hidden beyond the veiled skies of the Valley of Ymir, lies Anauroch, the secretive stronghold of the Skye Jotun, an ancient and reclusive civilization of Cloud Giant. Revered in Unknown legend and whispered among scholars of the arcane, Anauroch remains an unattainable marvel, obscured from mortal sight by layers of perpetual mist and storm.

A City Among The Clouds

The Skye Jotun, descendants of the Elementari of Storms, Ymir, are said to be the last bastion of Cloud Giant culture. Their civilization has flourished in secrecy, their towering forms walking among palatial halls constructed upon the very clouds. Entry to Anauroch is impossible for all but the giants themselves, as its location is protected by the maddening fog of the Valley of Ymir, and its approach is thwarted by fierce winds and storm barriers that no mortal craft can navigate.

The citadel of Anauroch is described in fragmented legends as a place of divine beauty and grandeur. Its halls are believed to be forged from marble as white as the clouds, reflecting the celestial light of the heavens. Intricate artistry adorns every surface, from towering statues that depict Ymir’s dominion over the storms to sprawling frescoes that chronicle the ancient history of the Cloud Giants and their ancestors.

The palaces of Anauroch are said to rival the splendor of the heavens themselves, their walls inlaid with precious metals and gemstones. Libraries within the citadel are rumored to hold knowledge predating the First Continuum Crisis, including secrets of the Elementari, the Rift Magic of the True Dragon, and even the cosmic mysteries of the Etherstone. These treasures are fiercely guarded by the Skye Jotun, who see themselves as stewards of the world's lost history.

Valor of The Veil Walkers

The Skye Jotun are known as vigilant protectors of their sacred homeland. No mortal has ever set eyes upon Anauroch, for the Cloud Giants tirelessly ensure its secrecy. According to the Talons of the Timeless Tome, ancient Norskan myths speak of giants appearing from the mists to repel any intruder who dares approach the Valley of Ymir. These encounters often end with the intruder vanishing without a trace, their fate unknown.

The Skye Jotun view their heritage as sacred, their duty to preserve Anauroch paramount. They are not merely warriors but scholars, artisans, and philosophers, dedicated to maintaining the legacy of their forebears while avoiding entanglement in the affairs of the mortal world.

Sounds of The Storm Mother

The citadel’s deep connection to Ymir, the Elementari of Storms, is central to its mystique. Anauroch is believed to have been constructed as a sanctuary after Ymir’s essence was shattered across the planes by Mystera, the goddess of magic. Her lingering presence in the Valley of Ymir serves as a protective veil for the citadel, hiding it from those unworthy to tread its hallowed grounds.

The Skye Jotun’s reverence for Ymir is woven into every aspect of their society. They consider themselves her chosen descendants, tasked with safeguarding her legacy and upholding her will. To them, Anauroch is not merely a city but a temple, a monument to the storm eternal.

Legend

Anauroch’s existence remains shrouded in mystery, its magnificence known only through fleeting glimpses in dreams and fragmented tales passed down through generations. Adventurers and scholars who dare to seek its secrets are met with insurmountable obstacles, from the wrath of the Skye Jotun to the treacherous storms of the Valley of Ymir.

Yet, despite its elusiveness, the citadel’s legend persists—a beacon of awe and wonder in a world often consumed by chaos. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of the Elementari, the resilience of the Cloud Giants, and the boundless beauty that can still be found in the hidden corners of creation.

"In the clouds, where thunder speaks and lightning dances, a citadel of marble and mist stands eternal, guarded by the children of the storm. To dream of Anauroch is to glimpse the heavens themselves." – Inscription from a tome recorded in Unknown.