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The Forlorn Hills

Hills in Waterdeep · the Dark Hills (their old name)

The Forlorn Hills lie between the Dessarin valley and the Delimbiyr Vale, once the heart of the dwarven kingdom of Dardath.

Lonely hills keep the ruins of dwarven halls, and the name the dwarves gave them after the fall still fits.

The Forlorn Hills at a glance

Also known as
the Dark Hills (their old name), the Fallen Hills
Kind & extent
Hills
Inhabitants
Orcs and a few dwarves

Overview

These hills were once the centre of Dardath, one of the three kingdoms of Phalorm, the Realm of Three Crowns, and were called the Dark Hills. After Phalorm collapsed they became the Fallen or Forlorn Hills. Goldenfields lies near them on our map.

On the map

Map of The Forlorn Hills on the Sword Coast
The Forlorn Hills highlighted, about 60 by 54 miles.Open the interactive map

Neighbouring regions

Regions whose bounds come within about 20 miles of The Forlorn Hills on our map.

Sources

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