Schematic map of Bullfrog Forest.
¶ The Bullfrog Forest
A dense woodland region to the north of Greenhaven, the Bullfrog Forest is named for the distinctive amphibians that inhabit its many ponds and wetland areas. The forest is thick with ancient trees, mysterious creatures, and secrets waiting to be discovered.
¶ Geography
Dense woodland with numerous ponds, streams, and wetland areas. The canopy is thick, making travel through the forest a journey through dappled light and shadow. Numerous small clearings dot the landscape.
¶ Climate
Temperate woodland climate, with adequate rainfall to support the diverse ecosystem. The forest tends to be cooler and more humid than the surrounding open lands.
¶ Population
Sparsely populated by civilization standards. The forest is home to hunters, hermits, and those seeking refuge in nature. Some small settlements exist, but most people live in balance with the forest rather than claiming dominion over it.
¶ Points of Interest
- Ancient Groves - Stands of particularly old and majestic trees
- The Bullfrog Ponds - Series of connected wetlands that give the forest its name
- Deep Woods - The interior forest where few venture
- Game Trails - Paths used by creatures and hunters alike
- Foraging Grounds - Areas rich with edible plants and herbs
¶ Resources
The forest provides abundant resources for those who know how to harvest them: timber, game, fish from the streams and ponds, berries, herbs, and other woodland bounty.
¶ Dangers
While less overtly hostile than some other regions, the deep forest harbors dangers. Predatory creatures including wolves roam the woods, and it's easy to become lost in the dense vegetation.
¶ Creatures
- Wolves - Pack hunters that roam the forest
- Sheep - Gentle herd animals (and sometimes the prey of wolves)
- Other woodland creatures
¶ Connected To
- Greenhaven - The primary settlement to the south
- Ironridge - Mountain lands to the southeast
- Olgari Swamplands - Swamp lands to the east and south
¶ Cultural Significance
The Bullfrog Forest represents a wilder, more natural side of the world. It is a place where nature still holds dominion, and humans are visitors rather than masters. Hunters, foragers, and those seeking solitude often find what they seek here.