Golthonor

Golthonor
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Plane	Dominaria
Demonym	Golthan
Part of	Corondor

Golthonor (GULL-thun-ohr) is the region occupying the eastern portion of Corondor.^[1] In antiquity, this territory was known as the Iron Kingdom, a title reflecting its early political identity. The land was especially well known for its distinctive natural features, which included vast sand seas and extensive salt marshes.

Locations in Golthonor

Balthesa – An ancient city-state remembered as the birthplace of the wizard Xarl. It was also home to the holy order known as the Vestals, as well as to the family of Xarl and his sister Init, and the wizard Skule. The Vestals offered refuge to fatherless children, providing them with care and shelter. Xarl's family lived under their protection for a time until they were expelled after his mother was caught stealing from worshipers. At the age of seven, Xarl departed Balthesa to begin his apprenticeship under Skule.^[2] The exact location of Balthesa within Golthonor has been lost to history, and it is unknown whether the city still exists in the present day.
Boite – A historic duchy known as the homeland of the planeswalker Eskil. Originally a barony, Boite rose in status when its sixth Baron, Elazar, was elevated to the rank of duke by Xarl in exchange for giving his son Eskil to the old mage as an apprentice.^[2] The precise location of Boite within Golthonor is uncertain, and its continued existence is equally unknown.
Coldraith's Keep – An ancient wizard's stronghold, notable for being surrounded by dense thickets of thorns.^[3]
Corundis – An eastern island connected to the mainland by the Primor Bridge.^[4]
The Darkling Plains – A region of open flatlands that served as home to nomadic tribes.^[2]
- Plains of Coloni – A section of the plains remembered as the homeland of Altair of Coloni.^[3]
The Dueling Chasm of Golthonor – A massive fissure in the earth's surface, recognized as a striking geographical landmark.^[4]
The Golthonor Sea – The body of water situated to the east of the region.
The Great Salt Marsh – A vast and desolate wasteland dominated by saltwater swamps.^[4]
- The Golthonor Torrent – A river that flows into and sustains the marshlands.^[3]
  - The Corthipan Inlet – The location where the Golthonor Torrent empties into the marshes.^[3]
- Khone – A swamp that is the seat of House Khone, located east of Sulgh.^[5]^[6]
  - Khone Keep – The fortified citadel belonging to the Lord of House Khone.^[7]
  - Valley of Sacrifice – An ancient proving ground once used by the Numbered Ones.^[6]
- Sulgh – A southwestern salt-marsh region bordering Shikar and Casindral.^[6]
Minorad – The tallest and most northern mountain in all of Corondor.^[8]
- Mouth of the Damned – An ancient volcano located in the vicinity of Minorad.^[2]
The Northern Wilds – A harsh and inhospitable stretch of pine forests in the north.
- Primor Bridge – The large bridge connecting the island of Corundis to the mainland.^[4]
  - Telemar – A coastal city built directly upon the Primor Bridge.^[5]
The Sand Seas – A deadly and expansive desert that forms one of the region's most hostile environments.^[5]
The Spine of Corondor – A towering mountain ridge that separates Minorad from the remainder of the continent.
- Trovash – The southernmost mountain in the Spine.^[9]
Thetia – An ancient city-state remembered as the home of Xarl's wife Eska. The city was engaged in a bitter war with Karia until Rurik struck a bargain with Xarl, resulting in the fallen angel Trine destroying the Karians. In exchange, Rurik gave his own life to appease her.^[2]
Wolf's Hackle – A swampy mountain range where ancient civilizations once fought for possession of a fallen angel.^[2]^[7]
- Angel's Keep – The stronghold where the fallen angel was once imprisoned.^[2]