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===The Kingdom of Arkdam===
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Arguably the economic hegemon of Ferrumgard, the Kingdom of Arkdam is not without its struggles. To the east lies the corrupted realm of Nostrem where the demonic and undead forces of Bal-Mortus march to break through the Red Wall containing them. To the south is the anarchy of the Wastelands, where bordering villages are at risk of pillaging by raiders. To the north, the hordes of Drakenos hunger for war and plunder. The people of Arkdam are a hardy people, raised on the notion of danger from all sides, whether it be outside forces or the notoriously corrupt and brutal regime of King Reingard. The constant threats from multiple fronts have encouraged a strong military presence in the Kingdom of Arkdam. Villagers are expected to accommodate passing soldiers with housing and meals. The upkeep of Arkdam's large army and many defenses requires high taxes. Even more, the conditions in Arkdam's mines and oilfields are infamously hazardous. All of these factors have bred a climate for rebellion within the kingdom. However, should a revolt arise, the chaos would leave Arkdam vulnerable to the countless threats beyond its borders.  

====Smithmark====
Built around the Anvil of Glory, Smithmark is the capital of Arkdam. It is a bustling city of industry, as it is here that the finest steel is smelted and the finest weapons and armor smithed. Still, the oppressive rule, from King Reingard in his castle to the pitbossess patrolling the mines, has bred a rebelliousness in Arkdam's youths. Smithmark is well known for the number of underground taverns run by rebel cells. These taverns lure youths frustrated by the status quo by hosting bands that play songs critical of the Reingard dynasty. Though most simply come these taverns to vent, many end up joining the rebels. It seems that for every one tavern the Smithsmark city guard raid, three more spawn in different areas.

====The Red Wall====
The Red Wall is a massive wall and stronghold blocking off the Valley of the Damned that leads to the cursed land of Nostrem. On an almost yearly basis, the wall comes under siege by the forces of Bal-Mortus. 50 years ago, the undead legions, personally led by Bal-Mortus himself, broke through the wall and began a war of which the eastern half of Arkdam still bears scars. Bal-Mortus was eventually forced to retreat back into his domain, but since then Arkdam has been ever-wary of another attack of that scale. 

====The Anvil of Glory====
Predating even the Old Empire, the Anvil of Glory is fabled to be of divine origin as a gift to man from the Old Gods. Housed within a massive armory complex shaped in an anvil's likeness, only the most talented of blacksmiths are privileged to practice their craft upon the anvil. Every piece hammered upon the Anvil of Glory is imbued with a magic essence. Within the anvil's complex, hundreds of other blacksmiths work tirelessly, smelting coveted Arkdamite ore into steel and creating weapons and armor of legendary quality. Even an enchanted knife smithed from the Anvil of Glory is prized as a symbol of status.