Overview
Drakesfall Gorge is a canyon carved over ages by the flow of the Denn River. According to local legend, a dragon once fell from the sky toward Drake Castle, and the impact gouged a long trench into the earth, creating the gorge. The dramatic formation sits at the border between Hernand and Demeniss, making it a natural boundary between the two regions.
Location
The gorge is located on a plateau near a camp staffed by Hernand soldiers, right on the border of the Demeniss region. A street shop vendor can be found roughly halfway between the Hills of No Return and the gorge, providing a useful resupply point for travelers passing through.
Lore
The name "Drakesfall" derives from the legend of a dragon that plummeted from the sky and struck the earth with enough force to carve the gorge. Whether this legend has any connection to the supernatural forces of the Abyss is unknown, but the presence of ancient ruins throughout Pywel suggests that dragon legends often carry a grain of truth in this world.
Tips
The gorge is a natural landmark when traveling between Hernand and Demeniss. Use it as a waypoint for orientation.
Check for the street shop vendor between the Hills of No Return and the gorge if supplies are running low.