The Iron Will Quarry, operated by the Temple of Crom, is a crucial resource for the temple, providing not only stone and minerals but also a rigorous environment for the temple's warriors to hone their skills. The quarry is situated in the rugged mountains about 30 miles southeast of Seregon off the One Road, where the soldiers of Crom work in short mercenary stints to protect the mine and its valuable shipments. These warriors are renowned for their strength and discipline, attributes forged in both the temple and the harsh conditions of the quarry.
Recently, during the expansion of the quarry, workers accidentally broke through into a hidden section of the mountains. What they discovered was the Khoori Vaults, a vast and ancient cave system buried deep beneath the jungle-covered peaks. The Khoori Vaults are a labyrinth of colossal chambers, some large enough to house entire buildings, with ceilings lost in the shadows above. The walls of these caves bear strange and ominous carvings depicting worm-like beings with tentacles, suggesting an ancient and alien intelligence once dwelled here.
The quarry workers have only explored a fraction of the vaults, but they quickly realized the dangers within. The Vaults of Khoor are home to a bizarre and deadly subterranean ecosystem, where pale, blind beasts and massive vermin roam in the darkness, preying on each other and any intruders. Despite these threats, the temple's warriors are determined to secure and explore the vaults, driven by the potential wealth and power hidden within.
However, the deepest part of the Khoori Vaults remains a mystery. At the heart of this ancient complex is a titanic pit, with a spiraling ramp descending into its unfathomable depths. No one has ventured far down this pit and returned to tell the tale. Some scholars and priests speculate that it might be the resting place of a Great Old One, a being of unimaginable power that slumbers beneath the earth. The Temple of Crom is both intrigued and cautious, aware that the discovery of the Khoori Vaults could bring great fortune or unspeakable doom to those who dare to delve too deeply.