The Mror Holds

Between northern Karrnath and the Lhazaar Principalities lies the Mror Holds—a loose federation of twelve dwarven clans, each ruling a portion of the mountain ranges that comprise the nation. Their constant feuding made them easy prey for human expansion in the early days after Lhazaar’s arrival.

When the Kingdom of Galifar collapsed, the Holds fell under Karrnathi control. In 914 YK the clans set aside their feuds— at least for a time— and jointly declared independence. Karrnath, weakened by war, chose not to contest it. Today the Mror Holds stand as a sovereign nation, as long as their uneasy truce holds.

The dwarves' mastery of mining, smithing, and finance, together with with the rich veins of ore in their homeland, has made the Holds one of Khorvaire’s wealthiest regions and home to most of its banks. Mutual economic interest is one of the few things keeping the clans from turning on each other again.

As a Region of Origin

Principle Races: Dwarves, orcs, or gnomes

Ability Score Increase: +1 to Strength or Constitution

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