Highpeak

Highpeak was one of the peaks of the Orcskull Mountains, on the island of Moray in the Moonshae Isles.

Geography
This particular mountain was on the northwestern side of the Orcskull Mountains.

History
"'Tis the maiden of Highpeak, it is. Crying for the lost souls of her children."

- King Dagdar to Elminster

In the mid–14 century, Elminster visited King Dagdar, and they explored Moray. During one of the nights, a frightening cry was heard by both men. The king explained that it was the maiden of Highpeak, who cried out for her children's lost souls. He then explained the maiden's tale to the Old Mage.

During the Time of Troubles in 1358 DR, a soul upon the Fugue Plane claimed to have killed Astolpho of Highpeak with their blade.

Rumors & Legends
"I found myself wondering about the poor mother. I devoutly hoped that she would one day find her peace."

- Elminster

According to an old Moonshae tale, a woman and her sons dwelt in a grand glass castle atop the peak. The sons grew tired of living in the castle, and so they constructed a glass bridge to a nearby mountain, and set out to explore. However, as they left, the castle disappeared. All but the oldest son died in battle, and returned home via the bridge during a bitter winter. As he crossed it, he slipped on the ice and fell to his death. The woman became known as the maiden of Highpeak, and her cries could be heard during hot summers or freezing winters. The tale concluded with the thought that, one day, a descendant of the maiden would rediscover the castle and relieve their mother's suffering.