Undercity

Category	Cities
Continent	Brucrumus
Region	Drarthiel
Owner	Paradomea
Population	150,000+
Races	Svirfneblin 30% Drow 20% Mîmêk 20% Tragaran 10% Nermanean 5% Mutant 5% other 10%
Founded	19 Bloom 1151
Map	Ufthag

Twelve hundred feet beneath the sprawling metropolis of Paradomea City lies a vast subterranean city known as Undercity. This ancient settlement was once a stronghold for various Underdark races. Dark dwarves, Drow, and Svirfneblin engaged in fierce battles for control of the region, even as a humble fishing village above gradually transformed into a thriving urban center. As the city's sewers were expanded, the miners made contact with these Underdark denizens. The lich rulers of Paradomea aided whichever side requested assistance, at times supporting both factions simultaneously.

From 1149 to 1151, the Underdark factions beneath Paradomea City engaged in a fierce conflict, likely incited by the Council of Nine. Once all sides had exhausted their resources, the Council of Nine dispatched Doom Squads and mercenaries to eliminate any remaining resistance. This pacification effort spawned a few rebellious groups, but by the end of 1151, the area had been seized, secured, and a fortress erected where the three belligerent parties had once battled. Over time, this Underdark fortress evolved into an expansive citadel spanning a vast and profound expanse. The site became a refuge for both surface dwellers from Paradomea City and Underdark inhabitants.

Today, Undercity is home to numerous underground races dwelling across over 100 subterranean levels. The expansive levels of Undercity were created through centuries of mining and the expansion of living quarters for the city's occupants. Undercity once possessed vast deposits of platinum and gemstones, which were exhausted by the Third Epoch. This mineral wealth contributed to the prosperity of the Paradomean Empire. Currently, the city functions as a trade hub between the surface and the Underdark. Undercity connects with the Great Tradeway at the Golem Serpent bridge, a golem that serves as both a walkway across a deep chasm and a living defense mechanism.

Undercity is reputed to harbor more rumors and tales than inhabitants, a select few of which are presented here: The Blight Orphanage: Abandoned during the Third War, this orphanage is said to be haunted by the spirits of the children who perished within its walls. The Apothecarium: The alchemical laboratories of the Forsaken are believed to conduct dark and dangerous experiments, pushing the boundaries of morality and sanity. Caustic fumes and unnatural screams are reported to emanate from the Apothecarium. Roaming Forsaken: Undercity is home to many Forsaken who have become feral and uncontrolled, lurching through the shadows and infecting any they encounter. Their twisted, shambling forms are the stuff of nightmares.

• The Mutant Progress Bureau has a tight reign over entry into the deeper levels of Undercity. Rumors has it that the first series of super mutants have been created and are now hunting any Mîmêk resistance groups.
• Exercise caution around the Rat-Men. They may attempt to infiltrate your organization. The majority function as skilled assassins.

  A demonic entity was witnessed savagely dismembering the limbs of an Oduv Ven mage. It would be prudent to delay action for a fortnight, until the creature is apprehended and returned to its place of origin.

  The intrepid band, Orion's Cutthroats, vanished a month past within the Underhalls. Rumor has it one member bore a blade of exceptional keenness, frequently observed sundering the limbs of any ill-fated souls who dared oppose him. May you encounter the blade, and not its wielder's sword arm.