Thorbardin is a dwarven nation located in southwestern Ansalon and is bordered by the nations of Qualinesti to the north, Plains of Dust to the east, and Kharolis to the south. The major geographical features of Thorbardin is the Kharolis Mountains which is most of the nation, the Plains of Dergoth which is a barren wasteland, the Urkhan Sea which is located inside of Thorbardin, and the Valley of Thanes.
The Dwarven realm of Thorbardin not only refers to the kingdom under Cloudseeker Mountain, but also much of the land surrounding the Kharolis Mountains.
During the War of the Lance in 351 AC, Thorbardin is besieged by Highlord Verminaard and his Red Dragonarmy at the northern gate. They are never able to gain access to Thorbardin. But a small band called the Companions leading the Refugees of Pax Tharkas are allowed entry into the kingdom for a time. During that time, the Companions find the Hammer of Kharas that had been thought lost since the Dwarfgate War many years ago. After finding it, they give it to Glade Hornfel Kytil who becomes the first King of Thorbardin since the Dwarfgate War.
Torald perks up being now on the streets and with an goal at sight. He is a joyful fellow traveller, which helps whereever he can.
Do you guys want to spend time in Thorbardin or just pass through?
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Discussing the possibility of visiting Thorbardin Aminah Mikku says, "As much as I would like to see the dwarven lands we do not have time to delay our quest with such distractions. I am doubtful that the Dwarves would be keen to making an alliance with the Dark Knights especially since they were besieged by their predecessors, the Dragon Highlords. No we must continue on to Tarsis for it is there where our goal lies."