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The Great Sea of Sand, as it is referred to by native Sahminans, is a vast system of trenches, valleys, and canyons that spans nearly the entire equator of the planet. The Sea of Sand reaches miles below the surface at its deepest, and many areas are permeated by labyrinthine cave networks. According to scientists, the Sea of Sand was once part of a massive ocean that may have circles all of Sahmina at one point. But today, it is a dry and inhospitable wasteland notable almost devoid of water and life. It is only notable for two reasons, it must be crossed to travel between the northern and southern hemispheres, and that those crossing the great expanse can come under attack from small bands of pirates and raiders.
The Madrhee River is the largest river on Sahmina, running for miles across the southern hemisphere of Sahmina with some areas being so wide the other side of the river cannot be seen. This river is formed by several lakes and underground springs near the southern pole, but its destination is of more particular note. The Madrhee Oasis is an area marked by a series of natural channels, causing the waters of the Madrhee to pool around the area before pouring down into a series of caverns that run deep below the surface. The area around the oasis is one of the most lush on Sahmina, and supports a small but dense jungle where both animals and people are known to congregate.
One of the largest mountain ranges on Sahmina, the Tasurus Mountains nearly bisect the northern hemisphere. The mountains are teeming with lakes, springs, and rivers which feed the region's rich biodiversity and lush greenery. Even the mining and farming operations that dot the mountains seem to fit beautifully into the landscape rather than marring it. As the mountains are rich in resources and provide a strategic advantage, both the capital of Sujaar and the estates of many nobles are built into the mountain range.
While ruins of the mysterious Atharan civilization dot Sahmina, one temple in particular located far to the north, stands out from the rest for a number of reasons. First and foremost the temple was elaborately, intricately carved into a natural cave system that runs deep into Sahmina. This temple is also one of the most intact ever found by archeologists, and is thus one of the most studied and documented. But there is another reason the temple is so well known, the Exiles use of it during the Hundred Years Darkness. During the Exile occupation of Sahmina, their forces used the temple as a base where they researched the Darkside and committed atrocities against the people of Sahmina. As such, the temple has become a dark stain of the war to the local people, and is considered to be something akin to unhallowed ground.
While the monarch does have a dedicated home in the capital city of Sujaar, and a family estate outside of the city, Yensara Palace serves the royal family's home in more trying times. Having existed since the Prahwale dynasty ruled the planet, Yensara Palace is one of the most well defended areas of Sahmina, and for good reason. In times of war the royal family and court is moved to the fortress, from which the monarch guides both Sahmina and its war efforts. Sumil the Resolute began his campaign during the Zharan Rebellion from this very fortress. Throughout its long history of service, no military force has ever been able to take the palace.
The Madrhee River is the largest river on Sahmina, running for miles across the southern hemisphere of Sahmina with some areas being so wide the other side of the river cannot be seen. This river is formed by several lakes and underground springs near the southern pole, but its destination is of more particular note. The Madrhee Oasis is an area marked by a series of natural channels, causing the waters of the Madrhee to pool around the area before pouring down into a series of caverns that run deep below the surface. The area around the oasis is one of the most lush on Sahmina, and supports a small but dense jungle where both animals and people are known to congregate.
One of the largest mountain ranges on Sahmina, the Tasurus Mountains nearly bisect the northern hemisphere. The mountains are teeming with lakes, springs, and rivers which feed the region's rich biodiversity and lush greenery. Even the mining and farming operations that dot the mountains seem to fit beautifully into the landscape rather than marring it. As the mountains are rich in resources and provide a strategic advantage, both the capital of Sujaar and the estates of many nobles are built into the mountain range.
While ruins of the mysterious Atharan civilization dot Sahmina, one temple in particular located far to the north, stands out from the rest for a number of reasons. First and foremost the temple was elaborately, intricately carved into a natural cave system that runs deep into Sahmina. This temple is also one of the most intact ever found by archeologists, and is thus one of the most studied and documented. But there is another reason the temple is so well known, the Exiles use of it during the Hundred Years Darkness. During the Exile occupation of Sahmina, their forces used the temple as a base where they researched the Darkside and committed atrocities against the people of Sahmina. As such, the temple has become a dark stain of the war to the local people, and is considered to be something akin to unhallowed ground.
While the monarch does have a dedicated home in the capital city of Sujaar, and a family estate outside of the city, Yensara Palace serves the royal family's home in more trying times. Having existed since the Prahwale dynasty ruled the planet, Yensara Palace is one of the most well defended areas of Sahmina, and for good reason. In times of war the royal family and court is moved to the fortress, from which the monarch guides both Sahmina and its war efforts. Sumil the Resolute began his campaign during the Zharan Rebellion from this very fortress. Throughout its long history of service, no military force has ever been able to take the palace.
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