Great Wall of Batuhan
Great Wall of Batuhan
The great wall of Batuhan protects the village from the evils of the Wither Woods.
Overview
Construction was commanded and overseen by Aarash the Ardent using stone from Buğra Quarry. Skilled stoneworkers from Kaliphlin and beyond worked for seven years to complete the wall. There are several barracks, gates and towers along its length.
It runs north of town eastward to the Barlas river and the Wester Road, which runs through he Wither Woods to Avalonia. Aside from the protection it gives, it is also headquarters the Guard of Batuhan.
Aerial View
Eastern Tower
The Eastern Tower viewed over Lake Barlas
The Eastern Tower overlooks the crossroads of the Wester Road leading north through the Wither Woods to Kaliphlin, Woodbrow Road leading into Batuhan itself and the road leading south to Barqa.
Eastern Tower of the Wall
Door of the Easter Tower
East face of the Eastern Tower
Road To Barqa
A Peasant Walking South
The road leading south of the tower leads to Barqa. It is always busy with travelers and merchants on their way to Avalonia. A stone bridge provides a safe crossing of the Barlas River.
A House Lays in Ruins Next to the Barlas River
A Guard on the Bridge of the Barlas River Looks East
Eastern Gate
A Guard and Traveller near the East Gate
Set near the Easter Tower, the East Gate guards the road that leads north to the Wither Woods.
Forest and Lake Barlas
Wildlife Near Lake Barlas
East of Batuhan lies a small forest near Lake Barlas. The path north of the forest runs along the great wall.
Deer in the Woods
Path Along the Wall
Path Along the Wall
Forest Canopy
The Barlas River flows through the its Rocky Banks
Chipmunk and Mushrooms
Runs now in Lake Barlas