Arden
Summary
Arden is one of the 20 Worthies of the Empire and a legendary hero who lived approximately 2100 years ago. Along with her partner, Vul the Sorcerer, she discovered the cavern system that would become the Halls of Arden Vul. The city founded there was later named in their honor.
History & Lore
According to historical records, Arden completed eleven of the “Twelve Labors,” which involved defeating a host of formidable foes like owlbears, trolls, undead, dragons, and Wiskin berserkers. The twelfth labor is said to be “still to be done at the time of the Empire’s Need.”
At the peak of their power, both Arden and Vul mysteriously disappeared, and their bodies were never recovered. Some popular tales claim that Arden did not die but ascended to a state of demi-godhood, though official histories dispute this.
Cult of Arden
A Cult of Arden was known to exist among the military officials in Arden Vul. This cult reportedly built their own headquarters within the Halls and attempted to replicate the famous Labors of Arden.
The Twelve Labours of Arden
A book titled [[items/The Twelve Labours of Arden.md|The Twelve Labours of Arden]] is believed to be a guide for a puzzle that begins with a purification ritual at the fountain beneath the waterfall.
Appears In
- Arden.txt
- Session 1 - First Visit to the Ruins of Arden Vul
- Session 5 - Parleys and The Great Cavern
- Session 8b and 9 - Muirasso’s Tomb and the Broken Head
- Session 10 - Baboons, Ghouls, and a Mule
- Session 13 - Yrtol and the Turtle
- Session 32 - Fast Exploration
Discord Insights
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Discovered the site of Arden Vul in 829 AEP. (Discord Summary 2025-W16)
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One of the 20 Worthies of the Empire, lived around 2100 years ago, with some claiming she ascended to demi-godhood. (Discord Summary 2025-W46)
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allegedly said things in Mithric and was in favor of hard work, loyalty, obedience, and respect for authority. (Discord Summary 2026-W05)
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A topic for research. Uvash is the Theological Leader of Zorradrim here. (Discord Summary 2025-W45)