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Stage 1
The Confluence. It has served as the border of the kingdom for as long as anyone can remember. 3 years ago, any sane person would have avoided this place at all costs, but that is changing now that an outpost has been established. It seems travelers are interested in seeing the edge of the known world and peering over into the bordering lands.
The White Pillars to the East are familiar to any respectable citizen of the kingdom. There is no doubt they are unnatural, most likely created with magic, but so far they appear harmless. It is believed that the magicians are long gone.
What is more concerning is the Gloomlands to the South. The forests there are dark. What's worse is - they appear to be spreading. It doesn't require a seer to know that it is a bad omen.
The land to the West belongs to the Forest Dwellers. They have refused all invitations for trade. It appears they would rather keep to themselves and their trees.
The Outpost has grown quite a bit in 3 years. There are stables, an inn, and a feast hall to support the travelers. More still are attracted by the entertainment options. A trebuchet has been repurposed to give visitors a thrill. A small riding yard gets inexperienced travelers acquainted to horseback. It seems the kingdom will expand to the Confluence after all. But what will the settlers find?

Credits:
Landscape inspired by "Fantasia" by Secondrun A.K.A. Moon
Palette is Fantasyland by Mulpje