Sacred Haven of Debauchery

The next installment of Heroes V texts, translated by "Socrates Personal." Cities of the Northern Clans. Jarveg: Savage, brutal, and rough – these are epithets sometimes used to describe the blood sports of Jarveg, but they thrive nonetheless. Battles between animals, from dogs to bears to yetis, are held here, and large sums of money are wagered. While the sight of blood and snow on the arena floor may be repulsive to some, the constant stream of bettors and spectators ensures that the city's coffers are always full. Kolvard: While the fierce and honorable Dwarves enjoy the readily available melee combat, the chasm surrounding Kolvard makes direct confrontation with enemies almost impossible. Since the founding of the city, its defenders have relied more on ranged weapons than brute force to protect themselves, and the tradition of spear and dart throwing is deeply ingrained in the population. The best troops in the kingdom are recruited here, and there are always several additional troops eager to join their ranks and become part of the city's military traditions. Skeld: The gates of Skeld resemble a Defender screen and serve as a memorial to the resilience of those Dwarven warriors. During the war against the Dark Elves, the garrison of Skeld consisted only of Defenders, who were brave enough to halt the invasion of the Shadow Servants. Hundreds of warriors formed a living wall in front of the town's gates, preventing the attackers from breaching the walls.