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threevirtues) wrote2024-03-09 11:19 am
threevirtues) wrote2024-03-09 11:19 am
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Merrioth Haven
Many associate Havens with travel, thinking that only those who are constantly on the move (such as Hunters) or any seeking a long journey would settle at one for a safe night. Yet a truth that is well known to rural areas is that Havens act as such for perhaps the locals most of all, and Merrioth proves that quite effectively.
Nestled right in the heart of the Three Valleys, Merrioth often finds itself host to many an individual. Some hit those dusty old roads to deliver food to up to the Prairie Outpost. Others make loops to harvest the plethora of foods which flourish naturally there in the Valleys. Sometimes, it is nice to simply take a break in a place where one is confident that they will not be bothered by the ever roaming packs of Sabretooths or the temperaments of Dualhorns. The nearby parking spot especially makes it easy to pull in, and talk that short walk up to Merrioth.
It isn't only locals who should take advantage of the Valleys' natural harvests, although admittedly it may take more than the average traveler merely passing through, considering the constant nuisance the Sabretooths possess. Still, if one is prepared for dealing with pests, they will find all sorts of treasures within the area's namesakes. Sometimes 'treasures' may be rather literal, with plenty of old rusted ruins leaving all sorts of things to be pilfered... so long as one knows to spot them.
More invaluably, however, are the desert foods which can be found. Within the valley, nearly all of its palate pleasers are available if one only puts in the hiking effort. Up to the north and east, birdbeast lay fresh eggs. The northern valley is also host to the ever present Leiden pepper, and its southwestern sister holds deliciously plump Leiden sweet potatoes. Of course, Merrioth is but a morning's walk away from Criclawe, and so the bounty of more eggs and the Leiden potatoes is also available. Truly, for those who enjoy immensely filling meals, the Three Valleys will not disappoint the determined forager.
It is rare to find a truly perfect camping ground, unfortunately. While Merrioth is host to so much, it is also host what used to be a small settlement. No doubt many historians could have much to say on those derelict and empty buildings there. Certainly they have worked hard on it all, for it is no doubt they contributed to the streetlights which burn bright in the heart of the Three Valleys, along with the presence of that ever important road and visits from geologists curious about the nearby Longwythe Peak.
For those who have the misfortune of scrambling through the night, these streetlights are no doubt a beacon of relief. It is only when you settle down for the night that one may find it difficult to get any proper rest as the bright lights sheer past even sturdy tents, as though civilization is knocking on your door once more.
Needless to say, getting a good view of the Peak at night is not the most ideal from Merrioth, unfortunately.
That is no reason to give up on a good meal, however. Take advantage of those bright lights and the shelter the Valleys provide by breaking out the grill for a fine steak. There's no protein quite like dualhorn meat, and you get a particularly nice kick when you grind up Leiden pepper seeds. With spicy long-bone rib steak filling your nose and stomach both, you won't be quite as bothered by the lights.
★★★✩✩
Nestled right in the heart of the Three Valleys, Merrioth often finds itself host to many an individual. Some hit those dusty old roads to deliver food to up to the Prairie Outpost. Others make loops to harvest the plethora of foods which flourish naturally there in the Valleys. Sometimes, it is nice to simply take a break in a place where one is confident that they will not be bothered by the ever roaming packs of Sabretooths or the temperaments of Dualhorns. The nearby parking spot especially makes it easy to pull in, and talk that short walk up to Merrioth.
It isn't only locals who should take advantage of the Valleys' natural harvests, although admittedly it may take more than the average traveler merely passing through, considering the constant nuisance the Sabretooths possess. Still, if one is prepared for dealing with pests, they will find all sorts of treasures within the area's namesakes. Sometimes 'treasures' may be rather literal, with plenty of old rusted ruins leaving all sorts of things to be pilfered... so long as one knows to spot them.
More invaluably, however, are the desert foods which can be found. Within the valley, nearly all of its palate pleasers are available if one only puts in the hiking effort. Up to the north and east, birdbeast lay fresh eggs. The northern valley is also host to the ever present Leiden pepper, and its southwestern sister holds deliciously plump Leiden sweet potatoes. Of course, Merrioth is but a morning's walk away from Criclawe, and so the bounty of more eggs and the Leiden potatoes is also available. Truly, for those who enjoy immensely filling meals, the Three Valleys will not disappoint the determined forager.
It is rare to find a truly perfect camping ground, unfortunately. While Merrioth is host to so much, it is also host what used to be a small settlement. No doubt many historians could have much to say on those derelict and empty buildings there. Certainly they have worked hard on it all, for it is no doubt they contributed to the streetlights which burn bright in the heart of the Three Valleys, along with the presence of that ever important road and visits from geologists curious about the nearby Longwythe Peak.
For those who have the misfortune of scrambling through the night, these streetlights are no doubt a beacon of relief. It is only when you settle down for the night that one may find it difficult to get any proper rest as the bright lights sheer past even sturdy tents, as though civilization is knocking on your door once more.
Needless to say, getting a good view of the Peak at night is not the most ideal from Merrioth, unfortunately.
That is no reason to give up on a good meal, however. Take advantage of those bright lights and the shelter the Valleys provide by breaking out the grill for a fine steak. There's no protein quite like dualhorn meat, and you get a particularly nice kick when you grind up Leiden pepper seeds. With spicy long-bone rib steak filling your nose and stomach both, you won't be quite as bothered by the lights.
★★★✩✩
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fishfearme: park. tent up. sleep. done and done. never noticed the light tbh 5/5 ★★★★★
chocobro: o ppl srsly struggle with the light thing that much? i foudn it p cozy myself. almost like being back in the city again but with less traffic and more howling from deep in the night. ★★★★★
womenwantme: This place is so close to being perfect that it kills me that is has the big glaring issue of all that technology right there. Plenty of animals to hunt, food to forage, items you can scrounge up in the dirt, and then, finally, Longwythe Peak, towering right there up in the sky. It's a sight to see when the sun is up, but at night? The effect is just completely ruined. It's not just the Peak that you lose the view of, either. You're practically right on top of the light pots, to the point that I don't think you can see anything past the Haven. Ruins the whole experience. ★✩✩✩✩