The world of Alundra is actually not very big, at least that part of it that appears in the game. There is only one village, and it's very small. Alundra does explore quite a range of areas surrounding the village, but geographically we know little about the kingdom.

AlundraRPG will take place in an entirely different part of the world from Inoa, in a distant land to the east. Across the eastern reaches of Inoa's kingdom, and across the sea beyond it, lies another continent, the northern part of which is divided into three main kingdoms. You can find an extremely detailed map below, but be warned before clicking the link—it's 497K in size, in order for all the names and features to be readable.

Silverland

Our story begins in Silverland, a beautiful kingdom of cool forests, high-reaching mountain peaks, and fertile plains. The weather is mild, with plenty of both rain and sun. The kingdom is bordered by the Dawntoucher Peaks to the north and east, the Tiendel Forest to the east, the Nerry River to the south, and the Devil's Cliffs to the west. Below you will find a list of the major places and features of this kingdom.

Silverland's capital city is Glindrelle, which sits at the junction of three major rivers. These rivers divide the kingdom roughly into three parts, like the spokes of a wheel. On the eastern side, this portion of the kingdom is divided further into north and south, separating the Rannel Valley and the Lake Country. Thus there are four major regions of Silverland: north, west, east, and southeast.

Glindrelle — Glindrelle is the capital city of Silverland. Ruled over by the beloved Queen Rain, it is situated on an island right where the three primary rivers of Silverland meet. Bridges of white stone connect the city to the shore along each of the major roads that lead outward from the city, like the spokes of a wheel. Particularly patriotic citizens have been known to refer to it as the Shining City. This is not to say that Glindrelle has no crime or poverty, but for the most part it is regarded as a clean, orderly, and beautiful city.
East: Rannel Valley — The Rannel Valley is a fertile land best known for its farms and meadows. A good portion of Silverland's crops are produced here, and it is also where most of the kingdom's livestock and orchards are located. Its residents are known for being friendly, open, and relaxed. Many of them are fun-loving, though they are also reputed to be hard workers.
Southeast: The Lake Country — The people of the Lake Country are friendly but intense, and they tend to live life very fully. Life is more complex and sophisticated here in the southern regions, and the Lake Country has many ties to Glindrelle. Both are centers of art and intellect, as well as the seat of many noble houses. While farming is not quite as widespread in the Lake Country, it is certainly important there, and some crops thrive in the warmer, balmier weather of the south.
West: Dalsen Plains — While not as much of a farming region as the Rannel Valley, the Dalsen Plains are still home to many farmers. Ranches are somewhat more common, and the plains are widely regarded as the home of some of the best horseflesh on the continent. Residents of this area are known as somewhat quiet and rather slow to anger, but sometimes quite vicious when provoked enough. They are mostly good-humored though, and while reserved in their way, they tend to be quite laid back. The plains are often quite breezy, and the occasional windstorm blows through the region. There is a decent amount of rain as well, though not as much as in other parts of the kingdom.
North: Darkwood and the mountain regions — The northern regions of Silverland are known as the best lands for hunting in the kingdom. The people tend to be rough and grizzled hunters, many of them reputed to be laconic and occasionally grumpy, but often with a heart of gold underneath their gruffness. Of course, as always, such stereotypes only hold true some of the time. Still, the northerners are respected for their wisdom and their way with the land. They know a great deal about the rhythms of the seasons in the north and they pride themselves on living with the land rather than on it. They seek to follow the wild's own rules, rather than impose their own rules on it as the farmers of the south do. The north is also a source of both fine warriors and superstitious legends. Many regions of Silverland have ancient myths and legends, but in the north they are taken much more seriously than they are elsewhere. This region is also known for being the rainiest in all of Silverland, and it receives a great deal of snow in the winter, as well.

Cerredy

The kingdom of Cerredy borders Silverland to the south. This kingdom is on fairly friendly terms with their northern allies, and Cerredy serves as a major trading center between the three kingdoms, as the Devil's Cliffs make direct trade between the other two kingdoms all but impossible. Cerredy is a relaxed, friendly society, rather balmier than its northern neighbor. It is bordered on the west by the Cerredrelle River and the Devil's Cliffs, by the Nerry River to the north, and by the Eastern Jungles to the south and east. Rather smaller than the other kingdoms, it nevertheless has a few points of specific interest.

Cerdenar — In addition to being the capital city of Cerredy, Cerdenar also serves as a center of trade between Cerredy and Lor'ash, and also a military base. Some years back, Cerredy was under attack by Murgg from the eastern jungles. Lor'ash sent soldiers to help drive back the threat, and these soldiers have stayed on in a cooperative military base outside the capital city. The two countries are on friendly terms, and Lor'ash has a lot of political influence in Cerredy as well. Cerdenar is the home of Cerredy's ruler, King Esnen. Although most agree he is a good man in his way, some whisper that he is a rather ineffective ruler, bowing to Lor'ash's wishes in too many things.
Cerredrelle River — This river forms part of Cerredy's western border, flowing south from the Daggerpoint Mountains and skirting the edge of the Cerred Forest.
Cerred Forest — A pleasant, mostly deciduous forest in the south of Cerredy, this is a source of good hunting and is also the home of several forest plants prized for their healing properties.
Mandrel — One of the biggest trading towns in the area, Mandrel serves as a crossroads for merchants and travelers coming from all corners of the map. Raw materials and finished goods of all types can be found here. The permnanent population is reasonably large, but nearly half of the total population is made up of visitors, merchants, and the many travelers who go in and out of the city every day. It is somewhat smaller than Cerdenar, but not much.
Eastern Jungles — These have only been explored to a degree, and most people of Cerredy stay away from the jungles that form the kingdom's eastern border. Among other dangers, they are populated by the Murgg, humanoid apes that are hostile to humans. Still, the occasional adventurer will make a foray into the jungle to gather valuable plants or to hunt the mysterious forest fauna, who are said to be partly magical in nature.
Daggerpoint Mountains — Not nearly as high as the Dawntoucher Peaks, these mountains are nevertheless tall enough to be a bit of a challenge to cross. This does not stop most people, as the mountains stand in the way of major trade routes. Mountain rangers are highly prized as guides for merchants.
Trader's Rest — A lodge town on the southern side of the Daggerpoints, this is exactly what it sounds like, a stopping point for merchants about to make the passage through the Eastern Pass into the Nedris Swamp and beyond into Silverland. The people here are known for being friendly and welcoming of strangers, though visitors are wise to keep an eye on their goods, as brigands have also been known to frequent the area.
Eastern Pass — An easier road for merchants than the Western Pass, this is the main route through the mountains for trade.
Western Pass — This pass is much narrower than the Eastern Pass and is occasionally used by merchants with smaller loads. It is more quickly traversed but a rougher journey overall.
Fort Dacket — A military base set up long ago before peace reigned in the area, Fort Dacket was also used to house some soldiers during the Murgg threat. A few units are still based there, both Lor'ash and Cerredy troops.
Nedris Swamp — The southern branch of the Nedris Swamp is much like the Silverland side: wet, balmy, and mosquito-ridden. Still, the residents have grown accustomed to the area and some even love it, and it remains open to the valuable trade between kingdoms.
Weldon — A border town on the Cerredy side of the Nerry River, this is a prime trading town. The culture of its citizens tends to have a strong Silverland flair, as it is separated from that country only by the river. The interesting blend of two cultures has led to some unique local customs.

Lor'ash

The kingdom of Lor'ash is a very different place from its neighbors. Consisting primarily of deserts stretching from its northern hills to its southern borders, it is a harsh, dry land. Most of its population is concentrated on the Rannisk River's floodplain, where it is fertile enough to grow crops. Nomads wander the deserts to the north and south. The people are reserved and traditional, with a much different outlook on life than those from kingdoms with kinder climates. Lor'ash is bordered by the Rakhtal Hills and the Dawntoucher Peaks to the north, by the Southern Desert to the south, the Western Ocean to the west, and the Devil's Cliffs to the east.

Rannisk River — The majority of Lor'ash's population lives along the Rannisk River, and it is a major trade route. There are no major roads along it, only narrow, dusty, beaten tracks, as most river traffic sails up and down it. Some trade passes through Thunder Falls into Silverland, but it is very difficult to get most types of goods up the cliffs.
Rhaleth and Sirleth — These two sister cities are really two sides of one city, each on an opposite bank of the Rannisk River Delta. On the islands of the delta can be found a strange mix of the two cities. The northern side is generally known as more traditional while the southern is more cosmopolitan, but for the most part they are all one city. Combined, they are the largest city in Lor'ash, a center of trade and the only major port for ships crossing the Western Ocean. The two cities also serve as the nation's capital. Rhaleth, to the north, is the home of the Desert Palace. Although not actually located in the desert, of course, it is a symbolic name for the home of Lor'ash's ruler, the Kisreth. The current Kisreth is a somewhat younger man by the name of Rynothan. Although he has lived in the capital for some years, he is said to originally hail from the northern deserts. He is a warrior ruler, and he seeks to expand Lor'ash's interests in possibly dangerous ways...
D'Kal — Located on the edge of the Rannisk River in one of the most fertile parts of its floodplain, D'Kal is a farming town, where farmers and ranchers come to trade their goods. Much trade also passes through here on its way to Silverland, Cerredy, or the eastern portions of the Rannisk River.
Khidra — On the northern side of the Rannisk, this town is a junction for some of the main trade routes into the northern Lorr Desert. Nomads and desert tribesmen often come here to trade with their southern neighbors of the river valley. As a result, this town is somewhat more traditional than others in the valley.
I'Nath — One of the most important trade cities in Lor'ash, I'Nath is also somewhat cosmopolitan in nature, playing host to a number of merchants from all over. As a result, it has a more mixed culture and liberal outlook than most other Lor'ash cities.
Chektar — Chektar, while still a trading town, is more isolated and definitely more traditional than many other cities along the Rannisk River. Any trade goods that come down Thunder Falls pass through here.
Southern Desert — The nomads of the Southern Desert are not particularly outgoing and tend to keep to themselves, but when they do encounter visitors, they are known for their polite hospitality. They have a small but regular trade with the merchants from the river valley, and they tend to farm a little where they can, in the north close to the river, and on isolated oases. They also tend to prefer a strange animal called a camel over the fine horses of the north.
Dresheth — A center of trade on the journey to Cerredy, this town has a bit of Cerredy influence in its culture. It lies on the edge of the desert and has many connections to the eastern plains of Lor'ash, so farming is not uncommon here. Strange influences also filter up from the lands to the south, of which little is known.
Nasseth — A green and fertile town located on the eastern plains, Nasseth is the last major stop on the Lor'ash side of the main trade route with Cerredy. Its people are far less traditional and more laid back than other places in Lor'ash, and there is a distinct Cerredy cultural flavor.
Lorr Desert — The enormous Lorr Desert is sparsely populated by wandering nomads and desert tribesmen. They do not often mix with their southern neighbors, and they are completely cut off from the east by the Devil's Cliffs. No major ports serve to connect them with traders from the Western Ocean, so all trade is made with the cities to the south. Sometimes they send merchants or representatives to the city of Khidra. The Lorr Desert is hot and dry, with some areas very sandy, others rocky. Without proper preparation, many travelers die attempting to cross the desert. Northern tribes have also been known to prevent unwelcome visitors from progressing. The desert tribesmen are fiercely traditional and conservative, and although no one is quite certain of their exact numbers, they are known for being strong warriors and for breeding some of the best horses on the continent. Their horses lack in speed and strenght compared to those of the Dalsen Plains, but none can match them for stamina, and they have a stocky beauty and are nonetheless quite swift compared to other horse breeds from outside of Dalsen. The desert people are very reserved and often thought of as quite unfriendly. The keep to themselves and don't appreciate visitors, although most merchants are safe from any hostility, as long as they can get that far into the desert. The desert nomads also have a strict code of honor.
K'sah Oasis — The largest oasis in the desert, this is the tribesmen's "capital," if such a thing exists. Every year the clan chiefs and tribal heads meet here to discuss water rights, marriages, clan alliances, trade, southern politics, and other important topics. This is also the only place to go for merchants looking to obtain the unique crafts and artistry of the desert tribes.
Rakhtal Hills — Little is known of the Rakhtal Hills, but they are the western side of the Autumn Hills of Silverland, separated by the Devil's Cliffs. Like the Silverland side, the hill people are strongly traditional and have many legends of the time when the two sides of the hills were joined. However, few outsiders have ever had much contact with the mysterious hillfolk, and only the desert tribesmen are on close terms with them. Not much is known about their culture, but hillfolk weaving is widely regarded as some of the most skilled on the continent.
Northern Fortress of Rakhtal — This walled city is the largest in the northern desert, rivaled only by the K'Sah Oasis. It is known that the hillfolk and desert tribes meet and mingle in this town, but outsiders are rarely allowed in. There is a cap on the number of merchants allowed into the city at any given time. However, it is known that many of the northern warriors are trained here, and the city is a military stronghold in many ways.

Current Events

For many years, the three kingdoms have been at peace, if in varying stages of friendship and alliance. About a generation back, Cerredy was attacked and overrun by the Murgg of the Eastern Jungles. When Lor'ash offered to help, Cerredy gladly accepted an alliance with them. Lor'ash warriors moved in and helped beat back the Murgg threat. Some warriors went home, but many stayed on in military bases outside Cerredy's capital of Cerdenar, with a few in Fort Dacket, north of the Daggerpoint Mountains.

Since then, Lor'ash's influence in Cerredy's politics has increased. The two nations have become closely allied, with Lor'ash having more and more weight in important national decisions. King Esnen of Cerredy relies heavily on Lor'ash advisors and bows to their wishes in many things.

Very recently and without any apparent warning, the Lor'ash soldiers in Cerredy assembled and began moving northward. Many units are already camped at the northern base of the Daggerpoint Mountains, although they have yet to move through the swamps. Rynothan, the Kisreth of Lor'ash, is leading them and has sent a polite message with many veiled threats to Queen Rain. He asks for a new trade agreement and alliance, but based on his terms, it is apparent that what he is really asking for is Lor'ash occupation of Silverland. His troops are poised to move across the Nedris Swamp and the Nerry River and invade Silverland if his terms are denied. Determined not to bow to any foreign warlord and undermine her kingdom's independence, Queen Rain sent a defiant rejection of his terms. She has traveled south to Vernath to oversee the hurried assembling of Silverland's troops. Although Lor'ash's forces are strong, Silverland seemed to have a good chance of beating the invaders back. Many people of Silverland are extremely patriotic, and in addition to the standing army that poured in from the military forts scattered throughout the southern lands, volunteers have begun to show up. Things looked hopeful, until a week ago.

Rynothan has not moved forward yet, though he has sent a couple more messages, less polite than the first. Queen Rain was optimistic about her troops and continued to be defiant, but then the people of southern Silverland began to fall prey to a strange affliction. At first it was only in the deep southern lands, but it has begun to spread. It is not as strong in the north, but still, the affliction has permeated all corners of the kingdom, striking down at least a small handful of citizens even in the northernmost villages. Not just soldiers, but people of all walks of life have been struck — nobles, merchants, craftsmen, farmers, common laborers, peasants, beggars, bards, and hunters; men, women and children. The affliction seems to strike at random, and while many are untouched still, it is spreading.

The nature of the affliction seems to be rooted in dreams. Those who have fallen prey to the strange illness suffer from strong, disturbing nightmares that rob them of their rest. They have begun to feel tired and drained, and after the first three days, a definite pall of discouragement and gloom hung over the Silverland troops. After three more days, a handful of warriors and citizens began to display variations of the strange disease. Strange things happen when people fall asleep; supplies go rotten overnight, equipment breaks, people wake up screaming and in the throes of madness from which they cannot be brought back. Most disturbing, craftsmen of all types have found themselves unable to practice their crafts. It is as if they take the tools of their trade in their hands and have forgotten how to use them. Bards who sing encouragement to nearby citizens and units of soldiers find themselves forgetting the words or suddenly not having the heart to sing, as they are weighed down with despair. Some people have begun to act almost inhuman, displaying cruelty and unpredictability. Panic rises as the affliction spreads in new and terrifying ways, and no one seems to know where it will stop.

Queen Rain's court bard approached her with stories of a kingdom across the Western Ocean that suffered from a similar problem about ten years back. He could tell her little, but he knew that a strange being had caused the people of the kingdom to suffer from nightmares of various deadly kinds, that spread despair, madness, and death. He could tell her little of the details, but he did know of a balad that spoke of it, and how the plague of nightmares was eventually stopped by a young man of the Clan of Elna, a lost tribe of elves that once roamed the land. With no other idea what to do, Queen Rain began to call for volunteers capable of taking on a new mission. They will leave Silverland in search of an Elna, any Elna, who may be able to help them, for if they do not, there is no way that Silverland can stand against this invading army. Indeed, there many not be anything left of Silverland's citizens if the madness continues to spread at this rate...