Project Tamriel:Cyrodiil/Stirk Isle
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Stirk Isle, commonly referred to as simply Stirk, is a large tropical island located within the Abecean Sea, off the western coast of Cyrodiil. The region encompasses the entirety of the island of Stirk and several small islets near the island as well as the waters of the Abecean Sea immediately surrounding the island. Weather in the region is typically sunny or mildly overcast, though rain or larger storms are not unheard of. The nearest mainland regions are the Strident Coast and Brennan Bluffs to the east in Cyrodiil, the Scarlet Washes and Hew's Bane to the north in Hammerfell, and Meditea to the south in Valenwood, while the neighboring island of Stros M'kai lies not to far to the west.
Due to its location along major oceanic trade routes that connect Cyrodiil to neighboring Hammerfell, Valenwood, Summerset, and even more distant provinces, Stirk sees a fair number of ships which frequently stop at its only port in the eponymously named town of Stirk to resupply, trade, and shelter from the more severe weather of the Abecean Sea. In spite of this and the fact that it has been nearly continually inhabited since its original settlement by the Ayleids, the island is largely undeveloped and is viewed by many to be a provincial backwater of the empire. Whether this is due to difficulty of building on the islands rough terrain, the island's perceived lack of importance, a combination of both, or some other reason is unknown. Stirk is instead mainly known for its fishing exports such as the Abecean Longfin, a delicacy famed for its exceptional taste.
The island's only major settlement is the previously mentioned town of Stirk. The town notably hosts a minor fishing industry, with services such as inns and taverns catering to its laborers, and is the location of the estates of several noble families, such as the Helvors and Piliouses. Additionally, a group of goblins belonging to the Wave Reaver tribe have made their home in a cave found along the northern slope of the island. In its past the island was the location of the large Ayleid sea-fortress of Wormusoel, built by the Ayleids to defend against potential invasions by their Altmer, Direnni, and Bosmer cousins which, ultimately, never came. The impressive ruins of this ancient fortress can still be found on the northern side of the island.
The lack of settlements on the islands has allowed for many species of flora and fauna to flourish on and around the island. Mooncrabs can be found on the shores of both Stirk and its many islets, while animals such as Weald Goats, Donkeys, Rats, Colovian Wolves, and Bears can be found roaming the mountainous interior of the island. Fish such as the previously mentioned Abecean Longfin, Slaughterfish, Spearmouths, and Stridfish abound in the waters surrounding the island, while Lamia and Dreugh are not uncommon sights either. Flora found on the island include several species of trees, including yucca and palm trees, as well as smaller bushes and herbaceous plants; Aloe Vera, Blood Lilies, Goldenrod, Lady's Mantle, Spike Rice, St. Jahn's Worts, Tiger Lilies, and Trinity Plants are all common across the island.
Stirk Isle PlacesEdit
A list of places found on Stirk Isle, Cyrodiil.
Cities and SettlementsEdit
TownsEdit
- Stirk — A small town located on Stirk Isle.
Ayleid RuinsEdit
- Wormusoel — A large Ayleid ruin found on the northern side of Stirk.
- Vabriasel — A sunken Ayleid ruin found in the Abecean Sea, east-southeast of the island of Stirk.
Colovian BarrowsEdit
- Chaerraich Barrow — A small Colovian barrow located on the eastern side of Stirk.
- Val Ansvech Barrow — A small Colovian barrow on the western side of Stirk.
CavesEdit
- Kingfisher Cave — A moderately large cave currently inhabited by a goblin tribe, located northeast of Wormusoel.
CryptsEdit
- Helvor Family Crypt — The family crypt of the Helvors, a family of Colovian nobles who have historically ruled Stirk.
GrottoEdit
- Land's End Grotto — A moderately sized grotto located on the southern end of Stirk's western beach.
ShipsEdit
Full ShipsEdit
ShipwrecksEdit
- Wreck of the Cassynder — A shipwreck located north of the island of Stirk on the edge of the western end of a large underwater chasm.
Notable LocationsEdit
- Shrine of St. Heceri — A free standing shrine to the Imperial saint St. Heceri, located at the peak of Stirk Isle.
Related QuestsEdit
PeopleEdit
| Name |  |
Race | Class | Faction | Level | Health | Magicka | Alarm | Fight | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Negdal Dimrin |  |
Wood Elf | Fisherman | 11 | 103 | 96 | 0 | 20 | [-135,-50] | Found just east of Chaerraich Barrow | |
| Valanyra |  |
High Elf | Knight | 8 | 86 | 116 | 0 | 30 | [-136,-50] | Found at a small camp north of the Stirk graveyard | |
| Vilter | |
Breton | Enforcer | 9 | 73 | 118 | 40 | 20 | [-138, -50] | Found outside the Val Ansvech Barrow during The Pelladia Legacy |
See AlsoEdit
- Stirk Histories — A history of Stirk from its settlement by the Ayleids to the Third Era