Plane of Storms

Overview

The Plane of Storms is manifested and governed by the will and consciousness of the Rainkeeper, Karana. The plane is inhabited primarily by tribes of towering giants that are constantly at war with each other around Mount Grenidor. The enormous mountain sits at the center of the Plane of Storms and atop Grenidor is the Bastion of Thunder, where Karana himself resides. When entering the plane from Tranquility, adventurers find themselves on the shore where a expansive plains of Srerendi meet a beautiful ocean called Larquin. Several shipwrecks can be found along the shore, for it is said that the worst storms of the sea can sometimes open a rift to Karana's realm. And a bit further to the west is a fort built on stilts that extend out over the water. It is this fort where Jeplak, the Lord of Srerendi resides.

Through the plains and trees of Srerendi are an array of wildlife including colorful frogs, ferocious bears, and sentient plants to name a few. To the west of Mount Grenidor is Krendic, the Desert of Chaos. It is a sea of hardened, brown sandstone polished smooth by the eternal winds. Scorpions and sentient cacti roam the sands, while a tribe of rugged, red giants make their home in a fort on the western edge. It is here where Gurebk, the Lord of Krendic resides. North of Mount Grenidor is Renidar, the Forest of Tears. The enormous trees here make those of the Greater Faydark appear like blades of grass. The branches in the forest serve as natural bridges allowing even the giants to quickly traverse through the trees. A race of bird-like people called the Koka'Vor inhabit these trees. Off to the east is the third giant camp, where Neffiken, the Lord of Kelek'Vor resides.

Back near the beach is a cave that extends deep beneath the Plane of Storms. It is inhabited by mortals who have come here to serve Karana. One such person is a Half Elf known as Askr the Lost. He reveals that the giants are not welcome in the Plane of Storms, and it is because of them that he and his people have been trapped in the caves for so long. The giants invaded the plane long ago, laying waste to much of its beauty, and over the years, have since divided into three warring factions.

Askr requires proof that an adventurer can rid the realm of these giants, which means obtaining a rare item from each tribe. Once this is done, Askr will explain that the invasion of the Plane of Storms by these giants is only the beginning. For he fears that even Karana himself may be in danger. Askr explains that only ones who carry an Esoteric Medallion may pass into Karana's home, and the medallions have been shattered into pieces held by the high ranking giants of each region. One must acquire two halves and present them to Askr to move on with the journey to save the Rainkeeper.