Umstein

Umstein is the homeland of the dwarves and rock gnomes in Toranar. The centre is dominated by a mountain range that is home to the mountain dwarves and the rock gnomes, which are surrounded by hills that eventually level out to plains to the south, which is where the hill dwarves make their home.

The Rock Gnomes are fiercely territorial and defensive, and generally don't consider themselves to be part of the kingdom of Umstein, but have their own independent settlements deep under the mountains. Their cities are independently governed by elected councils, and are home to the greatest artificers and gadgeteers on the continent. Enzivier is the gnomish city closest to the surface, and thus the one outsiders are most likely to visit.

The mountain and hill dwarves are ruled by warlords who bow to a Grand Chief. The Chiefdom is not a hereditary position, and only lasts so long as the Chief is able to hold on to their title. Violent civil wars to claim the title are not uncommon.

The city of Prinzenmoor is built into the mountains, and is where most trade with the rest of Toranar happens, as precious metals and artifacts can be shipped downriver to the Gulf of Joril. Prinzenmoor is the largest city in Umstein.

Wonfurt is the second largest city in Umstein.

The countryside is plagued with all manner of beasts, from monsters coming up from the underdark to orcs that roam the hills and plains. This necessitates a strong military tradition amongst the dwarves, while the gnomes tend to rely on their ingenuity to keep themselves protected from the dangers of the underdark.

Spirit worship is the dominant faith in Umstein, but worshipers of Reus and the pantheon of the Old Faith can be found as well.