Strand of the Ancients
The setting: The Strand of the Ancients is an isle that has for a large period of time been a region of conflict for the forces of the Alliance and Horde as they have been exploring the continent of Northrend. Seemingly an island of untapped power, so far neither the Alliance nor the Horde have been able to pursue its holdings with much success, their research teams often given precious little time to research the ruins before the next siege comes from one side or another-- the amount of times the isle has changed hands has been called disgraceful by some, and comical by others. It has, in the words of some military officials, become nothing but a black hole of gold, troops and resources without any fruition.
When claims over the isle resurfaced following the defeat of the Lich King, two factions from within the Horde and Alliance stepped forward to form an unsteady cease-fire on the isle, as to prevent even more months of stalemates and increasing hostility towards the efforts upon the isle. Reluctant but not willing to expend more assets in constant conflict for the isle, the factions agreed. The Reliquary and the Explorer's League made landfall upon the isle, and began with construction of rudimentary base camps from which to expand out from, seeking to create a crude yet functional port city atop the isle, to aid with finances for their operations.
The Factions and Notable Locations:
The Reliquary: A fledgling organization of Silvermoon's aspiring and intellectual population, the Reliquary is the Horde's gateway into the Strand of the Ancients. Shrewd and often self-sufficient, the Reliquary have dominated the western edge of the isle. Proud of their race (as could be predicted), the Reliquary are not subtle in their decor and have spared no expense in acclimating their members and visitors, despite being such a new faction within their people.
The leadership of the Reliquary consists of High Examiner Tae'Thelan Bloodwatcher's main force in Silvermoon and Archmage Halendor Sunseeker's division, dispatched to the Strand of the Ancients.
The Explorer's League:
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Pinnacle Point Anchorage: Upon the eastern shore of the island a basecamp has been established by The Reliquary. Dubbed Pinnacle Point, it serves as a makeshift harbor for Horde vessels, and also the origin point for many expeditions into the partially sunken titanic tower nearby. Pinnacle Point holds a sizable shelter which has been constructed just off the docks, used for visitors and a general area for crafting of needed materials. Be aware that only the Horde are allowed in Pinnacle Point, and guardsmen will detain any Alliance seeking to enter.
Sunseeker Tower: A titanic tower seized by the Reliquary and Archmage Sunseeker. It has since become the centralized source of The Reliquary's power on the isle, serving as a large archive as well as a laboratory and arcane study. Archmage Sunseeker resides on the top floor.
-Sunseeker Tower has a small collection of homes surrounding it and the path up further into the isle; a chapel has been erected as well, and the elves also control the eastern engineering lab. Residents primarily reside in the tents erected around the tower.
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The Explorer's League: The Ironforge Explorer's League needs no introduction in comparison to the Reliquary. Prosperous and well funded, the Explorer's League is an organization of high interest within the Alliance, particularly whenever titanic power is concerned. Led by Brann Bronzebeard, the Explorer's League has made quick work in spreading across the isle and beginning their excavations.
The Intrepid: An Explorer's League ship. Though the Alliance have not established as solid a camp on the western shore they do have the benefit of having a larger (if somewhat more unwieldly) vessel. The Intrepid serves as a lodging and an area for shelter for Alliance coming through, and the camp established just off of its dock has a small bar set up.
-What the Alliance lacks in infrastructure on the main beach is made up for with their construction further into the isle; they boast a good few more houses than The Reliquary, and have acquired the western machine bay as well.
Expedition Point Tower: Looming over the rest of the isle, the Expedition Point Tower lies before the main gate leading into the top of the island's titanic structure. A former cannon tower employed during previous battles on the isle, it has since been converted into a watch post and a small study. Brann Bronzebeard, leader of the Explorer's League forces, resides here.
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The Courtyard of the Ancients: On the summit of the isle rests a large titanic fortress, as well as a peculiar tower. While research has been ongoing concerning the tower and fortress, little information has been found; at current the pact of expeditionary forces are still attempting to force their way through the heavy gate leading into the fortress proper. The tower, while certainly a marvel of the titans and their work, has elicited little information past the host of deactivated mechagnome attendants.
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And that concludes my little wrap-up of my work thus far. As always, follow the usual rules concerning these areas, and be aware that areas on the landing beach are faction specific. Aside from that, please point out any spawning errors you find and I'll work on correcting them-- I will say upfront that I know that some homes have minor errors with camera angling, but I don't intend to mess with that as each house like that already went through a good solid time of moving about before being settled for that spot.
Anyways. Have fun!
Please?