Beautiful Biomes

Mountains

 
 

The Mountains Habitat

Mountains

formulate in a variety of shapes and sizes, from the sharp peaks of Folded mountains, to the gentle roll of Upwarped

Mountains

. All across the world, Mountains play an important part in the areas eco-systems, living conditions and weather patterns. Isilendor has several mountains regions. The entire kingdom of Delvheim is operates primarily as a mountains realm, with even the lowland areas rising into the slopes. Another notable Mountain range, is the Caeraig Mountains of Braitheld. The Caeraig Mountains are famed for the harsh road that connects Delvheim and Braitheld trade routes.

Many water sources begin on mountains either by river sources, fjords, glaciers or waterfalls. Valleys dot the landscape, with prosperous land fed by the rivers flowing through.
 

Weather Patterns

Weather patterns can be quite varied across mountainous regions, depending on the altitude levels. Lower levels expect average climates for the area around while higher up the mountains, temperature drops and air pressure increases. It is possible to experience sunshine or rain near the base of a mountain while it hails or snows at the top.
 

Mountains

can be prone to thunderstorms, especially in the deep mountain ranges during the height of summer. The shift in altitude combined with the heat can generate static energy in the air.
 

Flora and Fauna

Plant life can thrive on the lowlands of mountains, though the choice of land could be considered unsuitable in parts. Some robust crops such as cereals, carrots, and beets do very well in mountain regions. It is also a common source of medicinal herbs. Wild plants do appear around mountains, most commonly found are heather, edelweiss and harebell. Trees tend to be coniferous pines and spruces.

Animals do love the protection of the mountains. Some of the mountain forests house bears and deer. Birds of prey particularly love the cliffs to lay their eggs. Griffins are born in the mountains. There are fewer insects and reptiles though Giant Spiders and the mythical ice dragon have been sighted.
 

The Delvheim Mountains

Delvheim is famed for the mountainscape where the kingdom is founded. Many of Delvheim citizens make their homes beneath the mountains, but smaller valley farms and settlements do dot the surface. The lowlands near Braitheld prosper with farmlife. Hunting parties and rescue groups such as the Silverguard Company know the mountains well and are trusted navigators if adventurers find themselves lost. Travellers are warned of the dangers when arriving at the borders, advising to stick to the underground tunnels as much as possible.

Neighbouring regions can often see Delvheim's tallest peaks from far and wide, with the Beacon of Lemuria standing as a guiding light for the continent.

This is an extract from "Delvheim: Over and Under" by Syrus Bronzeblood
"The surface lands are ripe with dense forests and craggy landscape, perfect to test the best hunters and hardy folk. Wolves, elk, trolls and bears are only a few named species that may be found in the region.

Forests of predominantly coniferous trees stretch along the valleys and trails of Delvheim. The largest of the forests, spans around the southern border."
 

Have You Visited the Delvheim Mountains?
If Yes, what do you think of it?
If No, are you interested in seeing it someday?