> [!infobox] > ![[The Barrens.png]] > ###### Geography > | Division | Trait | > | ---- | ---- | > | Outskirts | Freedom if you can keep it | > | The Barrens | Untamed Wilderness| > > ##### Locations > # The Barrens On the outskirts of the city, where the concrete jungle gives way to the raw forces of nature, lies The Barrens, providing a stark contrast to the polished structures of the urban center. The Barrens feature a variety of terrains, from rocky outcrops to dense forests and sprawling meadows. The landscape is rugged and challenging, creating a sense of adventure and unpredictability for those who explore its depths. The district is a thriving ecosystem with untamed vegetation, wildflowers, and indigenous wildlife, including paracritters and free spirits. Nature has reclaimed the land, and dense foliage creates a canopy overhead, making it a haven for diverse plant and animal species. Many Talismongers and shamans make pilgrimages to better communicate with the arcane plan, the density of life creating a stronger connection to the arcane plane and therefore a more robust magikal source. Resourceful scavengers navigate The Barrens in search of forgotten treasures and salvageable materials. Abandoned technology, remnants of the past, and valuable resources can be found amidst the overgrowth, attracting those with a keen eye for opportunity. The district experience erratic weather patterns and arcane phenomenon, with sudden storms, intense sunlight, and gentle breezes giving way to rampant echoes, arcane manifestations, and mana storms. The ever-changing weather adds an element of unpredictability, emphasizing the untamed and dangerous wild nature of the district. The Barrens, with its untamed beauty and natural resilience, stands as a testament to the enduring power of the wilderness. Here, those who seek refuge from the constraints of urban life can find solace, adventure, and a connection to the wild forces that shape the world and beyond.