Lake Tirulag

Lake Tirulag was an ice-cold lake found in Rashemen that provided great natural resources and cultural significance for the nation of witches and berserkers.

"Like most dwarves, I'm not too fond of swimming in any event, so I was both shocked and horrified when I turned back to Ygsvar, only to see my guide happily stripping off his clothes and plunging with a whoop into the cold water."

- Sigurd, from a written report on the nation of Rashemen.

Description
The waters of Lake Tirulag were just as cold as those in the near-freezing Lake Ashane to the north. Those Rashemaar who wanted to prove their courage (as well as their foolishness) often competed with one another by leaping naked into the lake and swam around for as long as possible. These contests were appropriately followed by great feasts held in well-warmed lodge houses.

Geography
Fed by the River Tir coming down from the High Country, The lake was located in the center of Rashemen's most populated region, within a number of major settlements. Its waters continued west through the River Rasha to the great River Mulsantir.

The small village of Tinnir was situated within a forested valley along its southeastern edge.

Flora & Fauna
The frigid waters of the lake were rich with trout, a unique species of crayfish, and other aquatic life that provided food for a great number of the Rashemaar people.

Rumors & Legends
Legends stated that a great stash of treasure lay somewhere at the bottom of Lake Tirulag. While various rumors surround its origin, it was known by all to be guarded by the mysterious and invisible "ice dragon". This fearsome beast was likely a hathran-controlled white dragon whose scales had evolved to be nearly translucent, giving them the appearance of ice.

Inhabitants
Like much of Rashemen, Lake Tirulag was inhabited by spirits that served as guardians of the land.