The settlement of Charda'thrae, built overlooking the Annbild Hrolmir, originated as a forge-works for smelting adamantine. For its initial century, situated on a river of lava, it endured assaults from fire elementals and raids by fire archons aboard burning skiffs and lava barges crewed by fire giants. Over time, the inhabitants were persuaded that trade and partnership held greater rewards than war, and Charda'thrae evolved into an esteemed trading hub along a fiery river of commerce spanning hundreds of miles.