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Gronk at 05:32, 29 November 2025

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	\|adjective = Varok		\|adjective = Varok
	\|languages = [[Draconic]], [[Undercommon]], [[Common]]		\|languages = [[Draconic]], [[Undercommon]], [[Common]]
	\|religions = [[Salavaxir]], [[~~Marduk]], [[Tiamat~~]]		\|religions = [[Salavaxir]]; [[Draconic pantheon]]
	}}		}}
	'''Varastok''' {{Pronunciation\|vah-rah-STOCK}} is a [[kobold]] realm deep within the [[Zakros Range]], hidden from the outside world by its remote location. The few who have visited report surprisingly advanced and grand underground cities, built by the kobolds under the direction of a mysterious divine benefactor they know as [[Salavaxir]].		'''Varastok''' {{Pronunciation\|vah-rah-STOCK}} is a [[kobold]] realm deep within the [[Zakros Range]], hidden from the outside world by its remote location. The few who have visited report surprisingly advanced and grand underground cities, built by the kobolds under the direction of a mysterious divine benefactor they know as [[Salavaxir]].
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	{{SeeAlso\|Salavaxir}}		{{SeeAlso\|Salavaxir}}

	Most Varokians worship Salavaxir above all other gods, even Draconic deities like [[~~Marduk~~]] and [[~~Tiamat~~]]. Prior to {{Year\|6595}}, both of the traditional Draconic deities had large followings in Varastok, with endless wars between tribes aligning themselves on religious lines. Today both gods still retain some devotees in Varastok, but the conflicts of the past no longer matter as the kobolds now have new purpose.		Most Varokians worship Salavaxir above all other gods, even Draconic deities like [[Ushum]] and [[Udsakar]]. Prior to {{Year\|6595}}, both of the traditional Draconic deities had large followings in Varastok, with endless wars between tribes aligning themselves on religious lines. Today both gods still retain some devotees in Varastok, but the conflicts of the past no longer matter as the kobolds now have new purpose.

	[[Akki\|Akki the Truth Teller]], the first prophet of Salavaxir, arrived in Varastok in {{Year\|6595}}. An unusual looking kobold with translucent scales, Akki came up from the depths near [[Lohik]] displaying great power and magical abilities he attributed to his god. Though many resisted the newcomer and his teachings, news of Salavaxir soon spread across the communities of Varastok.		[[Akki\|Akki the Truth Teller]], the first prophet of Salavaxir, arrived in Varastok in {{Year\|6595}}. An unusual looking kobold with translucent scales, Akki came up from the depths near [[Lohik]] displaying great power and magical abilities he attributed to his god. Though many resisted the newcomer and his teachings, news of Salavaxir soon spread across the communities of Varastok.

Gronk at 03:17, 10 February 2025

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	\|religions = [[Salavaxir]], [[Marduk]], [[Tiamat]]		\|religions = [[Salavaxir]], [[Marduk]], [[Tiamat]]
	}}		}}
	'''Varastok''' {{Pronunciation\|vah-rah-STOCK}} is a kobold realm deep within the [[Zakros Range]], hidden from the outside world by its remote location. The few who have visited report surprisingly advanced and grand underground cities, built by the kobolds under the direction of a mysterious divine benefactor they know as [[Salavaxir]].		'''Varastok''' {{Pronunciation\|vah-rah-STOCK}} is a [[kobold]] realm deep within the [[Zakros Range]], hidden from the outside world by its remote location. The few who have visited report surprisingly advanced and grand underground cities, built by the kobolds under the direction of a mysterious divine benefactor they know as [[Salavaxir]].

	== Geography, flora, and fauna ==		== Geography, flora, and fauna ==

Gronk at 00:42, 10 October 2024

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	Far beneath the Zakros Range, well within the [[Depths]], the kobolds of Varastok have made their homes. Many cave systems wind through the rocks beneath the surface, sometimes opening up into larger caverns. Tunnels dug by the kobolds connect many of these caves, allowing for easier travel than would otherwise be possible.		Far beneath the Zakros Range, well within the [[Depths]], the kobolds of Varastok have made their homes. Many cave systems wind through the rocks beneath the surface, sometimes opening up into larger caverns. Tunnels dug by the kobolds connect many of these caves, allowing for easier travel than would otherwise be possible.

	The [[Kirak River]] runs underground beneath the Zakros Range. Snowmelt from the mountains above makes its way down through waterfalls and cave systems, eventually forming a fast-moving torrent of water. The Kirak flows west, eventually into the vast underground [[Sea of Irkalla]] beneath [[~~Ishtar~~]]. The kobolds of Varastok sometimes fish in the calmer parts of the river, though they are not the only creatures to have such an idea.		The [[Kirak River]] runs underground beneath the Zakros Range. Snowmelt from the mountains above makes its way down through waterfalls and cave systems, eventually forming a fast-moving torrent of water. The Kirak flows west, eventually into the vast underground [[Sea of Irkalla]] beneath [[Dalbanu]]. The kobolds of Varastok sometimes fish in the calmer parts of the river, though they are not the only creatures to have such an idea.

	As with much of the Depths, many magical beasts and aberrations live under the mountains in places few animals could survive. Most of these are highly unpleasant, and any travelers passing through the area should take care in who, or what, they run into.		As with much of the Depths, many magical beasts and aberrations live under the mountains in places few animals could survive. Most of these are highly unpleasant, and any travelers passing through the area should take care in who, or what, they run into.
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	== Relations ==		== Relations ==
	Occasionally kobolds from Varastok venture out of the mountains to steal from the communities of ~~Ishtar~~ and [[New Sotosa]]. This used to be a relatively common practice when the kobolds' territory reached further south, but since the worship of Salavaxir began is now only done for special objects their god's prophets say the deity requires.{{CitiesVarastok}}		Occasionally kobolds from Varastok venture out of the mountains to steal from the communities of Dalbanu and [[New Sotosa]]. This used to be a relatively common practice when the kobolds' territory reached further south, but since the worship of Salavaxir began is now only done for special objects their god's prophets say the deity requires.{{CitiesVarastok}}

	[[Category:Nations]]		[[Category:Nations]]
	[[Category:Varastok]]		[[Category:Varastok]]
	[[Category:Zakros]]		[[Category:Zakros]]

Gronk at 17:00, 26 March 2024

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	\|demonym = Varokian		\|demonym = Varokian
	\|adjective = Varok		\|adjective = Varok
	\|languages = Draconic, [[Undercommon]], [[Common]]		\|languages = [[Draconic]], [[Undercommon]], [[Common]]
	\|religions = [[Salavaxir]], [[Marduk]], [[Tiamat]]		\|religions = [[Salavaxir]], [[Marduk]], [[Tiamat]]
	}}		}}
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	{{SeeAlso\|Salavaxir}}		{{SeeAlso\|Salavaxir}}

	Most Varokians worship Salavaxir above all other gods, even ~~draconic~~ deities like [[Marduk]] and [[Tiamat]]. Prior to {{Year\|6595}}, both of the traditional Draconic deities had large followings in Varastok, with endless wars between tribes aligning themselves on religious lines. Today both gods still retain some devotees in Varastok, but the conflicts of the past no longer matter as the kobolds now have new purpose.		Most Varokians worship Salavaxir above all other gods, even Draconic deities like [[Marduk]] and [[Tiamat]]. Prior to {{Year\|6595}}, both of the traditional Draconic deities had large followings in Varastok, with endless wars between tribes aligning themselves on religious lines. Today both gods still retain some devotees in Varastok, but the conflicts of the past no longer matter as the kobolds now have new purpose.

	[[Akki\|Akki the Truth Teller]], the first prophet of Salavaxir, arrived in Varastok in {{Year\|6595}}. An unusual looking kobold with translucent scales, Akki came up from the depths near [[Lohik]] displaying great power and magical abilities he attributed to his god. Though many resisted the newcomer and his teachings, news of Salavaxir soon spread across the communities of Varastok.		[[Akki\|Akki the Truth Teller]], the first prophet of Salavaxir, arrived in Varastok in {{Year\|6595}}. An unusual looking kobold with translucent scales, Akki came up from the depths near [[Lohik]] displaying great power and magical abilities he attributed to his god. Though many resisted the newcomer and his teachings, news of Salavaxir soon spread across the communities of Varastok.
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	=== Languages ===		=== Languages ===
	Effectively all Varok kobolds speak Draconic as a first language - for many, it is the only language they understand. Others may know [[Undercommon]], [[Common]], or languages of other denizens of the Depths.		Effectively all Varok kobolds speak [[Draconic]] as a first language - for many, it is the only language they understand. Others may know [[Undercommon]], [[Common]], or languages of other denizens of the Depths.

	In the tunnels and caves away from their homes, the kobolds often communicate by banging on the stone walls and floors with specially crafted bone clubs. The patterns in these noises can quickly convey simple meanings, though the method falls short when it comes to more complicated ideas. These sounds can carry for quite a distance, ideal for alerting others of danger or valuable resources.		In the tunnels and caves away from their homes, the kobolds often communicate by banging on the stone walls and floors with specially crafted bone clubs. The patterns in these noises can quickly convey simple meanings, though the method falls short when it comes to more complicated ideas. These sounds can carry for quite a distance, ideal for alerting others of danger or valuable resources.

Gronk at 04:16, 19 August 2023

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Gronk at 05:53, 28 January 2023

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	\|adjective = Varok		\|adjective = Varok
	\|languages = Draconic, [[Undercommon]], [[Common]]		\|languages = Draconic, [[Undercommon]], [[Common]]
	\|religions = [[Salavaxir]], ~~Dahak~~, ~~Apsu~~		\|religions = [[Salavaxir]], [[Marduk]], [[Tiamat]]
	}}		}}
	'''Varastok''' {{Pronunciation\|vah-rah-STOCK}} is a kobold realm deep within the [[Zakros Range]], hidden from the outside world by its remote location. The few who have visited report surprisingly advanced and grand underground cities, built by the kobolds under the direction of a mysterious divine benefactor they know as [[Salavaxir]].		'''Varastok''' {{Pronunciation\|vah-rah-STOCK}} is a kobold realm deep within the [[Zakros Range]], hidden from the outside world by its remote location. The few who have visited report surprisingly advanced and grand underground cities, built by the kobolds under the direction of a mysterious divine benefactor they know as [[Salavaxir]].
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	{{SeeAlso\|Salavaxir}}		{{SeeAlso\|Salavaxir}}

	Most Varokians worship Salavaxir above all other gods, even draconic deities like ~~Dahak~~ and ~~Apsu~~. Prior to {{Year\|6595}}, both ~~Apsu and Dahak~~ had large followings in Varastok, with endless wars between tribes aligning themselves on religious lines. Today both gods still retain some devotees in Varastok, but the conflicts of the past no longer matter as the kobolds now have new purpose.		Most Varokians worship Salavaxir above all other gods, even draconic deities like [[Marduk]] and [[Tiamat]]. Prior to {{Year\|6595}}, both of the traditional Draconic deities had large followings in Varastok, with endless wars between tribes aligning themselves on religious lines. Today both gods still retain some devotees in Varastok, but the conflicts of the past no longer matter as the kobolds now have new purpose.

	[[Akki\|Akki the Truth Teller]], the first prophet of Salavaxir, arrived in Varastok in {{Year\|6595}}. An unusual looking kobold with translucent scales, Akki came up from the depths near [[Lohik]] displaying great power and magical abilities he attributed to his god. Though many resisted the newcomer and his teachings, news of Salavaxir soon spread across the communities of Varastok.		[[Akki\|Akki the Truth Teller]], the first prophet of Salavaxir, arrived in Varastok in {{Year\|6595}}. An unusual looking kobold with translucent scales, Akki came up from the depths near [[Lohik]] displaying great power and magical abilities he attributed to his god. Though many resisted the newcomer and his teachings, news of Salavaxir soon spread across the communities of Varastok.

Gronk at 19:17, 15 October 2022

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	=== Society ===		=== Society ===
	Following the commandments of Salavaxir, the kobolds of Varastok have abandoned their dens and snarls for magnificent, well ordered cities carved out of the caverns below ground. The large thoroughfares and edifices of these cities are highly unlike the communities usually built by kobolds. Followers of Salavaxir insist these cities and their often idiosyncratic features are built to the requirements of their god, and are intended more as temples in which the kobolds also happen to reside.		Following the commandments of Salavaxir, the kobolds of Varastok have abandoned their dens and snarls for magnificent, well ordered cities carved out of the caverns below ground. The large thoroughfares and edifices of these cities are highly unlike the communities usually built by kobolds. Followers of Salavaxir insist these cities and their often idiosyncratic features are built to the requirements of their god, and are intended more as temples in which the kobolds also happen to reside. Though built in the same styles as are used in contemporary times, parts of the cities are significantly older than the kobolds' new constructions - they do not recall when these sections were built, or by whom.

	Under Salavaxir's influence, the kobolds have changed from being suspicious of outsiders to outwardly hostile to those that would seek to visit their realm. As a result there is little known about much of the goings on of Varastok, mostly limited to knowledge imparted by the rare kobold who leaves the cities under the mountains.		Under Salavaxir's influence, the kobolds have changed from being suspicious of outsiders to outwardly hostile to those that would seek to visit their realm. As a result there is little known about much of the goings on of Varastok, mostly limited to knowledge imparted by the rare kobold who leaves the cities under the mountains.

Karilopa at 20:19, 8 August 2022

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	\|religions = [[Salavaxir]], Dahak, Apsu		\|religions = [[Salavaxir]], Dahak, Apsu
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	'''Varastok''' {{Pronunciation\|vah-rah-STOCK}} is a kobold realm deep within the [[Zakros Range]], hidden from the outside world by its remote location. The few who have visited report surprisingly advanced and grand underground cities, built by the kobolds under the direction of a mysterious benefactor they know as [[Salavaxir]].		'''Varastok''' {{Pronunciation\|vah-rah-STOCK}} is a kobold realm deep within the [[Zakros Range]], hidden from the outside world by its remote location. The few who have visited report surprisingly advanced and grand underground cities, built by the kobolds under the direction of a mysterious divine benefactor they know as [[Salavaxir]].

	== Geography, flora, and fauna ==		== Geography, flora, and fauna ==

Gronk at 19:49, 26 June 2022

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	Most Varokians worship Salavaxir above all other gods, even draconic deities like Dahak and Apsu. Prior to {{Year\|6595}}, both Apsu and Dahak had large followings in Varastok, with endless wars between tribes aligning themselves on religious lines. Today both gods still retain some devotees in Varastok, but the conflicts of the past no longer matter as the kobolds now have new purpose.		Most Varokians worship Salavaxir above all other gods, even draconic deities like Dahak and Apsu. Prior to {{Year\|6595}}, both Apsu and Dahak had large followings in Varastok, with endless wars between tribes aligning themselves on religious lines. Today both gods still retain some devotees in Varastok, but the conflicts of the past no longer matter as the kobolds now have new purpose.

	[[Akki the Truth Teller]], the first prophet of Salavaxir, arrived in Varastok in {{Year\|6595}}. An unusual looking kobold with translucent scales, Akki came up from the depths near [[Lohik]] displaying great power and magical abilities he attributed to his god. Though many resisted the newcomer and his teachings, news of Salavaxir soon spread across the communities of Varastok.		[[Akki\|Akki the Truth Teller]], the first prophet of Salavaxir, arrived in Varastok in {{Year\|6595}}. An unusual looking kobold with translucent scales, Akki came up from the depths near [[Lohik]] displaying great power and magical abilities he attributed to his god. Though many resisted the newcomer and his teachings, news of Salavaxir soon spread across the communities of Varastok.

	Since Akki, other kobolds have become prophets of Salavaxir as well. Those that are granted divine favor almost always receive this boon after becoming lost in the depths of the caves far below Varasok. Some kobolds have taken to suicidally venturing into the lower levels of the Darklands underprepared and underequipped in hopes of becoming a new prophet. Every time a new prophet appears, they display previously unrealized magical abilities and bear commandments from Salavaxir as to how he should be worshiped; usually this involves massive mining and construction projects or offerings of vast amounts of refined minerals to be deposited in remote caverns.		Since Akki, other kobolds have become prophets of Salavaxir as well. Those that are granted divine favor almost always receive this boon after becoming lost in the depths of the caves far below Varasok. Some kobolds have taken to suicidally venturing into the lower levels of the Darklands underprepared and underequipped in hopes of becoming a new prophet. Every time a new prophet appears, they display previously unrealized magical abilities and bear commandments from Salavaxir as to how he should be worshiped; usually this involves massive mining and construction projects or offerings of vast amounts of refined minerals to be deposited in remote caverns.

Gronk at 21:38, 17 May 2022

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	'''Varastok''' ~~(pronounced~~ vah-rah-~~STAHK)~~ is a kobold realm deep within the [[Zakros Range]], hidden from the outside world by its remote location. The few who have visited report surprisingly advanced and grand underground cities, built by the kobolds under the direction of a mysterious benefactor they know as [[Salavaxir]].		'''Varastok''' {{Pronunciation\|vah-rah-STOCK}} is a kobold realm deep within the [[Zakros Range]], hidden from the outside world by its remote location. The few who have visited report surprisingly advanced and grand underground cities, built by the kobolds under the direction of a mysterious benefactor they know as [[Salavaxir]].

	== Geography, flora, and fauna ==		== Geography, flora, and fauna ==

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	== Geography, flora, and fauna ==		== Geography, flora, and fauna ==
	Far beneath the Zakros Range, well within the [[~~Darklands~~]], the kobolds of Varastok have made their homes. Many cave systems wind through the rocks beneath the surface, sometimes opening up into larger caverns. Tunnels dug by the kobolds connect many of these caves, allowing for easier travel than would otherwise be possible.		Far beneath the Zakros Range, well within the [[Depths]], the kobolds of Varastok have made their homes. Many cave systems wind through the rocks beneath the surface, sometimes opening up into larger caverns. Tunnels dug by the kobolds connect many of these caves, allowing for easier travel than would otherwise be possible.

	The [[Kirak River]] runs underground beneath the Zakros Range. Snowmelt from the mountains above makes its way down through waterfalls and cave systems, eventually forming a fast-moving torrent of water. The Kirak flows west, eventually into the vast underground [[Sea of Irkalla]] beneath [[Ishtar]]. The kobolds of Varastok sometimes fish in the calmer parts of the river, though they are not the only creatures to have such an idea.		The [[Kirak River]] runs underground beneath the Zakros Range. Snowmelt from the mountains above makes its way down through waterfalls and cave systems, eventually forming a fast-moving torrent of water. The Kirak flows west, eventually into the vast underground [[Sea of Irkalla]] beneath [[Ishtar]]. The kobolds of Varastok sometimes fish in the calmer parts of the river, though they are not the only creatures to have such an idea.

	As with much of the ~~Darklands~~, many magical beasts and aberrations live under the mountains in places few animals could survive. Most of these are highly unpleasant, and any travelers passing through the area should take care in who, or what, they run into.		As with much of the Depths, many magical beasts and aberrations live under the mountains in places few animals could survive. Most of these are highly unpleasant, and any travelers passing through the area should take care in who, or what, they run into.

	== Demographics ==		== Demographics ==
	Varastok is inhabited almost entirely by kobolds, mostly those of blue- or white-scaled heritage. Some mongrelmen live under the mountains as well, in small settlements apart from Varokian society.		Varastok is inhabited almost entirely by kobolds, mostly those of blue- or white-scaled heritage. Some mongrelmen live under the mountains as well, in small settlements apart from Varokian society.
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	[[Akki\|Akki the Truth Teller]], the first prophet of Salavaxir, arrived in Varastok in {{Year\|6595}}. An unusual looking kobold with translucent scales, Akki came up from the depths near [[Lohik]] displaying great power and magical abilities he attributed to his god. Though many resisted the newcomer and his teachings, news of Salavaxir soon spread across the communities of Varastok.		[[Akki\|Akki the Truth Teller]], the first prophet of Salavaxir, arrived in Varastok in {{Year\|6595}}. An unusual looking kobold with translucent scales, Akki came up from the depths near [[Lohik]] displaying great power and magical abilities he attributed to his god. Though many resisted the newcomer and his teachings, news of Salavaxir soon spread across the communities of Varastok.

	Since Akki, other kobolds have become prophets of Salavaxir as well. Those that are granted divine favor almost always receive this boon after becoming lost in the depths of the caves far below Varasok. Some kobolds have taken to suicidally venturing into the lower levels of the ~~Darklands~~ underprepared and underequipped in hopes of becoming a new prophet. Every time a new prophet appears, they display previously unrealized magical abilities and bear commandments from Salavaxir as to how he should be worshiped; usually this involves massive mining and construction projects or offerings of vast amounts of refined minerals to be deposited in remote caverns.		Since Akki, other kobolds have become prophets of Salavaxir as well. Those that are granted divine favor almost always receive this boon after becoming lost in the depths of the caves far below Varasok. Some kobolds have taken to suicidally venturing into the lower levels of the Depths underprepared and underequipped in hopes of becoming a new prophet. Every time a new prophet appears, they display previously unrealized magical abilities and bear commandments from Salavaxir as to how he should be worshiped; usually this involves massive mining and construction projects or offerings of vast amounts of refined minerals to be deposited in remote caverns.

	The exact nature of Salavaxir is unclear. The Varokians refer to him as a god or a dragon interchangeably, but it is unclear if those are separable ideas to the kobolds. Salaxavir has only revealed himself to those chosen as his prophets, remaining hidden from the broader population. Varok clerics seem to be granted limited divine spells, proving there is at least a spark of the divine involved.		The exact nature of Salavaxir is unclear. The Varokians refer to him as a god or a dragon interchangeably, but it is unclear if those are separable ideas to the kobolds. Salaxavir has only revealed himself to those chosen as his prophets, remaining hidden from the broader population. Varok clerics seem to be granted limited divine spells, proving there is at least a spark of the divine involved.
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	=== Languages ===		=== Languages ===
	Effectively all Varok kobolds speak Draconic as a first language - for many, it is the only language they understand. Others may know [[Undercommon]], [[Common]], or languages of other denizens of the ~~Darklands~~.		Effectively all Varok kobolds speak Draconic as a first language - for many, it is the only language they understand. Others may know [[Undercommon]], [[Common]], or languages of other denizens of the Depths.

	In the tunnels and caves away from their homes, the kobolds often communicate by banging on the stone walls and floors with specially crafted bone clubs. The patterns in these noises can quickly convey simple meanings, though the method falls short when it comes to more complicated ideas. These sounds can carry for quite a distance, ideal for alerting others of danger or valuable resources.		In the tunnels and caves away from their homes, the kobolds often communicate by banging on the stone walls and floors with specially crafted bone clubs. The patterns in these noises can quickly convey simple meanings, though the method falls short when it comes to more complicated ideas. These sounds can carry for quite a distance, ideal for alerting others of danger or valuable resources.