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|caption       = The Valley of the Mage, illustrated by [[Anna Meyer]] (2019).
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|ruler = His Most Magical Authority, the Exalted Mage of the Valley and Laird of the Domain, Jaran “The Black One” Krimeah (N, human (shade) Wizard 20+)
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|established = 550 CY
|ruler         = His Most Magical Authority, the Exalted Mage of the Valley and Laird of the Domain, [[Jaran Krimeeah|Jaran “The Black One” Krimeah]] (NE, human (shade) Wizard 19)
|capital = none, orders issued from Dwarfreach Citadel
|government   = Magical Despotism with pseudo-autonomy for each community
|major towns = Ebonwood (small city; 5,200+)
|established   = 550
|provinces = none
|capital       = none, orders issued from Dwarfreach Citadel
|resources = copper, gems, iron, lumber, platinum, silver, rare herbs and spell components.
|major_towns  = Ebonwood (small city; 5,200+)
|coinage =  
|provinces     = None
|population =  25,000
|resources     = copper, gems, iron, lumber, platinum, silver, rare herbs and spell components.
|races = ([[Human]] 37% [[[Baklunish]], [[Flan]], [[Oeridian]], [[Suloise]]], [[Elf]] 25%, [[Gnome]] 18%, [[Halfling]] 10%, Half-elf 5%, Other 5%)
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|languages = Common, Dwarven, Elven, Gnome, Old Oeridian (rare)
|population   =  25,000
|alignments = any neutral
|races         = ([[Human]] 37% ([[Baklunish]], [[Flan]], [[Oeridian]], [[Suloise]]), [[Elf]] 25%, [[Gnome]] 18%, [[Halfling]] 10%, Half-elf 5%, Other 5%)
|religions = [[Old Faith]], [[Ehlonna]], Oeridian faiths, Suel faiths
|languages     = Common, Dwarven, Elven, Gnome, Old Oeridian (rare)
|allies = Unknown (assumed None) |enemies = Geoff (exiles), [[Bissel]], [[Gran March]], [[Knights of the Watch]], [[Knights of Dispatch]], [[Keoland]] (minor), [[Sterich]] (minor), most elves.
|alignments   = any neutral
|religions     = [[Old Faith]], [[Ehlonna]], Oeridian faiths, Suel faiths
|allies       = Unknown (assumed None)
|enemies       = [[Geoff]] (exiles), [[Bissel]], [[Gran March]], [[Knights of the Watch]], [[Knights of Dispatch]], [[Keoland]] (minor), [[Sterich]] (minor), most elves.
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The '''Valley of the Mage''' is a realm in the [[Flanaess]].
The '''Valley of the Mage''' (also called the '''Vale of the Mage''') is a realm in the northwestern [[Flanaess]], renowned for its ruler and the unusual [[Valley elf|Valley Elves]] who live there.


==History==
==History==
The earliest known habitation of the elven sub-race that would come to be known as [[valley elf|valley elves]]. The valley elves lived in isolation, ruled by a king of their race, until they established relations with gnome traders whose commercial interests extended as far east as the central Flanaess. Eventually, a population of these gnomes came to inhabit the Valley, as subjects of the valley elf king. Humans followed, being allowed to settle in small communities under the rule of a human earl, who acted as a vassal of the elven king. Despite this, the Valley remained relatively isolated, it existence commonly unknown beyond its neighboring states, of whom Geoff had the most contact, despite the disapproval of that nation's elven inhabitants. See ''[[Oerth Journal]]'' 18 for more.
The earliest known habitation of the elven sub-race that would come to be known as [[valley elf|valley elves]]. The valley elves lived in isolation, ruled by a king of their race, until they established relations with gnome traders whose commercial interests extended as far east as the central Flanaess. Eventually, a population of these gnomes came to inhabit the Valley, as subjects of the valley elf king. Humans followed, being allowed to settle in small communities under the rule of a human earl, who acted as a vassal of the elven king. Despite this, the Valley remained relatively isolated, its existence commonly unknown beyond its neighboring states, of whom [[Geoff]] had the most contact, despite the disapproval of that nation's elven inhabitants.


==Geography==
==Geography==
The Exalted Vale of the Mage or Valley of the Mage is almost completely surrounded by the looming Barrier Peaks. The only egress from the valley is a small 30 mile across opening on the southeastern side, a days’ ride from the Dim Forest.
The Exalted Vale of the Mage or Valley of the Mage is surrounded by the looming [[Barrier Peaks]]. The only egress from the valley is a small 30-mile-wide opening on the southeastern side, a days’ ride from the Dim Forest.


The Vale of The mage is surrounded by the neighboring countries of Bissel, the Gran March, and the Duchy of Geoff. The Vale covers roughly 17,500- square-miles, though it longest point is nearly 260 miles, while its widest is a mere 90 miles.
The Vale of the Mage is surrounded by the neighboring countries of Bissel, the Gran March, and the Duchy of Geoff. The Vale covers roughly 17,500 square-miles, though it longest point is nearly 260 miles, while its widest is a mere 90 miles.


The Vale of the Mage set within a flat plain, and the elevation of the vale at the entrance across from the [[Dim Forest]] is only slightly lower than the elevation at its northern or western boundaries where it intersects the Barrier Peaks. The primary soil type of the area is a heavy fertile clay that dominates the riverbank areas of the [[Javan River]], while there are others further away from the riverbanks.
The Vale of the Mage set within a flat plain, and the elevation of the vale at the entrance across from the [[Dim Forest]] is only slightly lower than the elevation at its northern or western boundaries where it intersects the Barrier Peaks. The primary soil type of the area is a heavy fertile clay that dominates the riverbank areas of the [[Javan River]], while there are others further away from the riverbanks.


Winding through the Vale is the Javan River, which begins in the Barrier Peaks and meanders through the valley exiting betwixt the Dim Forest. The river acts as a transportation source, provides food and fresh water for the denizens of the valley. The Javan River is also known for its breathtaking falls near where the Barrier Peaks and the valley meet.
Winding through the Vale is the Javan River, which begins in the Barrier Peaks and meanders through the valley, exiting amid the Dim Forest. The river acts as a source of transportation and provides food and fresh water for the denizens of the valley. The Javan River is also known for its breathtaking falls near where the Barrier Peaks and the valley meet.


There are many streams and canals within the valley, all of which begin or feed from the Javan River. In addition to this, there are half a dozen small lakes close to the base of the Peaks.
There are many streams and canals within the valley, all of which begin or feed from the Javan River. In addition to this, there are half a dozen small lakes close to the base of the Peaks.


The Vale of the Mage falls into a temperate climate zone. Though, it rarely experiences the harsh extremes in temperature as its surrounding nations. The valley is quite well known for its permeating fogs and for its heavy amount of rainfall during the spring. During the summer the temperature barely reaches over 80 degrees. While the winter months temperatures barely drop below 40 degrees. While snow is infrequent it can occur during the month of [[Greyhawk Calendar|Sunsebb]] on rare occasions. The Vale is known to set upon a small fault line that occasionally creates small tremors that can be felt throughout the Barrier Peaks all the way to the edges of the Dim Forest. Though, these quakes are quite very rare.
Although the Vale of the Mage is located in temperate climate zone, its peculiar position in the Barrier Peaks gives it a subtropical climate.<ref name=VotM>''WG12: Valley of the Mage'', p3-4.</ref> Though, it rarely experiences the harsh extremes in temperature as its surrounding nations. The valley is quite well known for its permeating fog and its heavy rainfall during the spring. During the [[summer]], the high temperature ranges from 75°F to 95°F and can reach as high as 110°F. In the winter months, temperatures can drop as low as 50°F.<ref name=VotM /> While snow is infrequent it can occur during the month of [[Sunsebb]] on rare occasions. The Vale is known to sit upon a small fault line that occasionally creates small tremors that can be felt throughout the Barrier Peaks all the way to the edges of the Dim Forest. These quakes are exceedingly rare, though.


==People==
==People==
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===Heraldry===
===Heraldry===
 
<gallery>
Image:ValleyMage01.jpg|Arms of the Valley of the Mage c. [[591 CY]], depicted in ''[[Living Greyhawk Gazetteer]] (2000).
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==Economy==
==Economy==


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==Military==
==Military==


==Bibliography==
==References==
===Citations===
<references />
===Bibliography===
*[[Gygax, Gary]]. ''[[The World of Greyhawk]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1980.
*[[Gygax, Gary]]. ''[[The World of Greyhawk]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1980.
*-----. ''[[World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1983.
:———. ''[[World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1983.
 
*[[Gary Holian|Holian, Gary]], [[Erik Mona]], [[Sean K. Reynolds]], and [[Frederick Weining]]. ''[[Living Greyhawk Gazetteer]]''. Renton, WA: Wizards of the Coast, 2000.
*[[Gary Holian|Holian, Gary]], [[Erik Mona]], [[Sean K. Reynolds]], and [[Frederick Weining]]. ''[[Living Greyhawk Gazetteer]]''. Renton, WA: Wizards of the Coast, 2000.
 
*[[Moore, Roger E]]. ''[[The Adventure Begins]]''. Renton, WA: Wizards of the Coast, 1998.
*[[Moore, Roger E]]. ''[[Greyhawk: The Adventure Begins]]''. Renton, WA: Wizards of the Coast, 1998.
 
*[[Jean Rabe|Rabe, Jean]]. ''[[Vale of the Mage]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1990.
*[[Jean Rabe|Rabe, Jean]]. ''[[Vale of the Mage]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1990.
 
* [[Carl Sargent|Sargent, Carl]]. ''[[Ivid the Undying]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1995. Published online. [https://greyhawkonline.com/download/16370/?tmstv=1727302323 PDF by William Allman with maps].  Original RTF archived:[http://web.archive.org/web/20081218001449/http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=dnd/dnd/downloads Wizards.com]. WGR7 or WGRx
*[[Carl Sargent|Sargent, Carl]]. ''[[From the Ashes]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1992.
 
*[[James M. Ward|Ward, James M.]] ''[[Greyhawk Adventures]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1988.
*[[James M. Ward|Ward, James M.]] ''[[Greyhawk Adventures]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1988.
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*[[Rick Miller| Miller, Rick]] ''[[Oerth Journal 18, Gazetteer of the Flanaess - The Vale of the Mage]]''. The Oerth Journal 18, Jan. 2006.
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Greyhawk Realm
Valley of the Mage
The Valley of the Mage, illustrated by Anna Meyer (2019).
Government
Ruler:His Most Magical Authority, the Exalted Mage of the Valley and Laird of the Domain, Jaran “The Black One” Krimeah (NE, human (shade) Wizard 19)
Government:Magical Despotism with pseudo-autonomy for each community
Alignments:any neutral
Established:550 CY
Demographics
Capital:none, orders issued from Dwarfreach Citadel
Major towns:Ebonwood (small city; 5,200+)
Provinces:None
Population:25,000
Races:(Human 37% (Baklunish, Flan, Oeridian, Suloise), Elf 25%, Gnome 18%, Halfling 10%, Half-elf 5%, Other 5%)
Languages:Common, Dwarven, Elven, Gnome, Old Oeridian (rare)
Groups
Religions:Old Faith, Ehlonna, Oeridian faiths, Suel faiths
Allies:Unknown (assumed None)
Enemies:Geoff (exiles), Bissel, Gran March, Knights of the Watch, Knights of Dispatch, Keoland (minor), Sterich (minor), most elves.
Miscellaneous
Resources:copper, gems, iron, lumber, platinum, silver, rare herbs and spell components.

The Valley of the Mage (also called the Vale of the Mage) is a realm in the northwestern Flanaess, renowned for its ruler and the unusual Valley Elves who live there.

History

The earliest known habitation of the elven sub-race that would come to be known as valley elves. The valley elves lived in isolation, ruled by a king of their race, until they established relations with gnome traders whose commercial interests extended as far east as the central Flanaess. Eventually, a population of these gnomes came to inhabit the Valley, as subjects of the valley elf king. Humans followed, being allowed to settle in small communities under the rule of a human earl, who acted as a vassal of the elven king. Despite this, the Valley remained relatively isolated, its existence commonly unknown beyond its neighboring states, of whom Geoff had the most contact, despite the disapproval of that nation's elven inhabitants.

Geography

The Exalted Vale of the Mage or Valley of the Mage is surrounded by the looming Barrier Peaks. The only egress from the valley is a small 30-mile-wide opening on the southeastern side, a days’ ride from the Dim Forest.

The Vale of the Mage is surrounded by the neighboring countries of Bissel, the Gran March, and the Duchy of Geoff. The Vale covers roughly 17,500 square-miles, though it longest point is nearly 260 miles, while its widest is a mere 90 miles.

The Vale of the Mage set within a flat plain, and the elevation of the vale at the entrance across from the Dim Forest is only slightly lower than the elevation at its northern or western boundaries where it intersects the Barrier Peaks. The primary soil type of the area is a heavy fertile clay that dominates the riverbank areas of the Javan River, while there are others further away from the riverbanks.

Winding through the Vale is the Javan River, which begins in the Barrier Peaks and meanders through the valley, exiting amid the Dim Forest. The river acts as a source of transportation and provides food and fresh water for the denizens of the valley. The Javan River is also known for its breathtaking falls near where the Barrier Peaks and the valley meet.

There are many streams and canals within the valley, all of which begin or feed from the Javan River. In addition to this, there are half a dozen small lakes close to the base of the Peaks.

Although the Vale of the Mage is located in temperate climate zone, its peculiar position in the Barrier Peaks gives it a subtropical climate.[1] Though, it rarely experiences the harsh extremes in temperature as its surrounding nations. The valley is quite well known for its permeating fog and its heavy rainfall during the spring. During the summer, the high temperature ranges from 75°F to 95°F and can reach as high as 110°F. In the winter months, temperatures can drop as low as 50°F.[1] While snow is infrequent it can occur during the month of Sunsebb on rare occasions. The Vale is known to sit upon a small fault line that occasionally creates small tremors that can be felt throughout the Barrier Peaks all the way to the edges of the Dim Forest. These quakes are exceedingly rare, though.

People

Population

Religion

Languages

Government

Administrative divisions

Executive branch

Legislative branch

Judicial branch

Heraldry

Economy

Resources

Currency

Transportation

Military

References

Citations

  1. ↑ a b WG12: Valley of the Mage, p3-4.

Bibliography

———. World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1983.

Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index

The Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index (EGI) is based on previous work of Jason Zavoda through '08, continued by numerous other fans. The EGI article has a list of sources, product names, abbreviations, and a link to the full, downloadable index.

Topic Type Description Product Page/Card/Image

Ehlonna, Shrine of (Valley of the mage) Building Shrine, WG12 Vale of the Mage 62, 63
The Entrance to the Valley of the Mage adventure Adventure Located in: Valley of the mage, Greyhawk Adventures 109-111
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Dragon magazine #055 18
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Dragon magazine #057 13
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Dragon magazine #067 11
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Dragon magazine #233 92
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Dragon magazine #241 75, 76
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Dragon magazine #315 52, 54
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Dragon magazine #344 48
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), From the Ashes: Atlas of the Flanaess 12, 42, 43, 63
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), From the Ashes: References Card #10
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), From the Ashes: References Card #2
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Greyhawk Adventures 3, 42-44, 84, 109-111
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Greyhawk Wars: Adventurer's Book 16
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Living Greyhawk Gazetteer 48, 63, 126, 127, 128, 129, 142, 160, IBC
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Living Greyhawk Journal #2 7
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Monster Manual 2, AD&D 1e 60
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), N1 Against the Cult of the Reptile God 3
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Player's Guide to Greyhawk 5, 12, 25, 37
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), PHBR8 - The Complete Book of Elves 26
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), S4 The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth, Book Two 12
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Sea of Death 61, 62, 64
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), The Adventure Begins 15, 16, 35, 36
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Unearthed Arcana, AD&D 1e 10
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), WG5 Mordenkainen's Fantastic Adventure 25
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), WGA4 Vecna Lives! 48
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), The World of Greyhawk Fantasy World Setting (Folio) IBC, 7, 18, 23
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), WGR1 Greyhawk Ruins 86
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) 14, 40, 53, IBC
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) 11, 17, 32
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Against The Giants: The Liberation of Geoff 44
Valley of the Mage {Vale of the Mage} Kingdom (576 pop: 10000), (591 pop: 10000), Dragon magazine #052 19, 20
Valley of the Mage, Entrance to the Place Greyhawk Adventures 3
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