Gétha Keep

is a in  in the  located in eastern. It was built in 280 and rebuilt in 440 after being razed by a fire in 437. The keep anchors the settlement of. It is held by, who is a somewhat thick-witted  but is an obedient and loyal servant of the king. His son has a remote claim to the Káldôric throne.

Overview
Gétha Keep is held from the king by, who also serves as  of. The keep was first constructed in 280, then razed by fire in 437. It was completely rebuilt in 440 and is protected by a strong.

Although is nearly five centuries old, it is still a rugged frontier town. Surrounding s are frequently victimized by wolves in winter and bears in summer. The s of and  are well organized and prosperous.

Established to secure the, Gétha’s prosperity has diminished since some trade goods are now barged to from the. Baron Indama, in his capacity as Sheriff of Neph, has responded by establishing a seasonal outpost and demanding a at the bridge. He seeks the king’s permission to fortify it. The baron has many allies who support this petition and has earned the enmity of of.

One ally is, the at , whose sister, Lady , married Baron Indama in 697. The eldest child of that union, Sir, married in 718; the baron’s two infant grandchildren, Dosyl and Halene, have a distant claim to the throne. Gétha was a  of Earls of Neph until 592, when  sought to curb the regional power of Earl Kalassen by raising the barony to royal tenancy.

Gétha hosts a  early in the autumn as s from central, , and  converge in preparation for the arduous journey up the Silver Way. Hundreds of bushel sacks of, , and are assembled into s, while mercenaries and s fight, gamble, and drink the potent local.

A staunchly loyal supporter of, Sir Chimin Indama is not noted for his mental agility but is dependable and honest. He was a champion er in his youth but is now satisfied to watch his sons and nephews uphold the family’s honor while he hunts and recounts past glories.

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