Nestled between the disciplined farmlands of central Elarsa and the ancient depths of Koranthos, the Verdant Veil is a living contradiction—a wild, sacred forest thriving within imperial borders. Once a gift from the gods to the Shae-du-darian elves, this lush stretch of woodland was gradually overtaken by Elarsan expansion during the wars of unification. Despite countless attempts to tame it, the forest has never yielded.

Today, the Veil is a hotbed of tension, patrolled by Elarsan legionnaires but still fiercely protected by Shae-du-darian wardens and druids, who consider it a sacred extension of their kingdom. Old growth trees tower overhead, forming vast canopies that blot out the sun, while elven ruins and waystones hint at the region’s deeper magic and ancient purpose. Hidden glades are said to be touched by the spirit of Queen Lysamachae herself, and her magic still lingers in the roots.

Though claimed by Elarsa, imperial roads do not penetrate far, and no lumbering company has survived long enough to harvest the Veil’s heart. The Empire sees the Veil as a strategic supply route and military staging ground. The Shae-du-darians see it as a living temple—and a final line of defense.