Luinne Bheinn

Luinne Bheinn was a Reiver settlement located in the Liath Bheinn mountains west of Wehnimer's Landing. It was only accessible by drawbridge after passing through a narrow mountain pass.

The settlement was situated with an outer watch area that surrounded the village proper. Beyond residences, the village included a church, a tavern, and a grand hall. All structures in the settlement were constructed mainly of stone. The lesser buildings were built with thatched roofs, the larger buildings with slate shingles. The tavern was known as the Restless Reiver and operated by a reiver bartender named Jock.

Behind the Scenes

Church Walk-through

[Luinne Bheinn, Settlement]

A small church stands a bit on its own north of the pathway. Built with large, round granite rocks with a roof of slate shingles, it shows signs of weathered age. A brass plaque covered with verdigris is fastened next to the door.

Obvious paths: east, northwest

Though verdigris covers the plaque, it is possible to read most of it. There appears to be something written on it.

In the Common language, it (plaque) reads: - M kle Kirk -

[Luinne Bheinn, Church]

This part of the church is filled with heavy, wooden pews. Hauling the pews up to this mountain settlement must have been a long and strenuous affair. Red, amber and blue lights caress the top portion of the pews. An oaken door leads outside.

Obvious exits: east

[Luinne Bheinn, Church]

Bathed in warm colors, a wooden pulpit dominates this area. Behind the pulpit is a hexagonal window inlaid with red, amber and blue crystal panes. A large oak tablet hangs on the wall.

Obvious exits: west

In the Common language, it (the tablet) reads: An Cridhe 15.3 : A sword for a sword, a death for a death; the Divine we serve to regain what was lost.

Restless Reiver Walk-through

[Luinne Bheinn, Settlement]

To the west stands a cozy-looking tavern. The rocks used to build it are obviously taken from an older portion of the ruined peel tower. A colorful sign dangles back and forth above the red-painted door of the tavern.

Obvious paths: north, east, south

• The sign is old and worn. Painted on both sides of it, you see a fierce reiver nonchalantly leaning on a footman's lance. The blood-drenched head of a krolvin is stuck on the tip of the lance. The paint is faded and peeling off in spots.

There appears to be something written on it.

In the Common language, it reads: *The Restless Reiver*

[Luinne Bheinn, Tavern]

A long counter takes up most of the space against one wall. Flickering candles make the low ceiling dark and sooty, but cast a warm, amber light throughout the room. A few round tables are surrounded by sturdy chairs. The intimate ambiance is only slightly detracted from by the thin layer of dust that covers some of the less used areas. An old, red-painted door leads outside. You also see a fancy menu, a sign and the bartender Jock.

Obvious exits: west

• A large, muscular man in his middling years, Jock tends the bar with the expertise of one who has spent many years doing so. Which he has. With piercing green eyes and fists the size of a small rolton, he keeps his customers satisfied and, relatively, peaceful. The large mallet he always keeps near, probably doesn't hurt in the latter case.

The Sign In the Common language, it reads:

It has come tae me attention that some visitin' townsfolk want the whiskey that they are used tae. Yer in Luinne Bheinn now an' we only serve our famous whisky. If ye want that other stuff, ya better go elsewhere! Cordially, Jock.

[Luinne Bheinn, Tavern]

Round tables and old chairs occupy most of the floor space. The tables all have lit candles on them, many of the candles stuck onto wine bottles. The wooden floor is worn and uneven, more a dirty-grey than the original brown. On the walls hang weapons, a couple of brass-studded targes and several finely carved oak crests. You also see an oaken door.

Obvious exits: east