The explorers tell us that this was once an ancient trade route, built by merchants to carry goods from an unknown swampland far off along the coast.

These goods seem to have been important to the nobility of the Old Kingdom as well as the old Sorcerers of the land, as some of these resources can be found in both buildings and ritual sites

But there must have been something in those goods, as a darkness, a madness began to spread through the merchants that handled it. They began to fortify the pass, and in their greed and jealousy, they became Warlords and gatekeepers of the pass.

Where none now dare tread…

What drove these men to madness, and what riches do they still hide in their looming defences?

Time to face the latest challenge in the Old Kingdom!

The Ashen Veil

To the North lies an ancient volcano, lying dormant and peaceful. However, once a year, the volcano awakens, spewing ash into the sky.

Blotting out the sun, it causes the temperature across the land to plummet, and the frequent ashen falls cover everything in a thick snow-like blanket. This, of course, makes travel very difficult, so all the expeditions of The Old Kingdom decided many years ago that this would be a period of rest. A time to return to Port Fortuna and wait out the weather in the comfort of their homes.

The citizens celebrate Ashen Veil by setting up decorations, forged from the glowing embers of the volcano's heart, and baking delicious treats to welcome their families and friends home. Some folks have also taken to putting up volcano sculptures decorated with lights and a great golden burst on top, representing the exploding lava.

Check them out in the lobby and in Ms Camp's Cosmetic store so you can take a little bit of the festive spirit with you as you explore the desert. Snuggle up in your own wood cabin under a soft ash fall, or build an ashman by the fire.

These new limited-edition cosmetics are all available from Ms. Camp's store at the Sandport until the 8th of January 2026!

So come in from the cold and join the Ashen Veil celebration!