Dustreach Divide

Dustreach Divide is a rugged, mountainous region where jagged peaks and narrow passes carve through the southeastern frontier of Illdoridri. Its weathered cliffs and wind-swept ridges mark the last barrier before the endless sands of the Scarab Desert. The Divide serves as one of the main trade routes into the desert, with winding paths wide enough for caravans and fortified choke points to deter raiders. 

While the eastern jungle path from Zan’Thar Basin offers a treacherous alternative, Dustreach remains the primary artery for commerce and military movement, making it a zone of immense strategic importance. The region’s stark beauty hides danger—rockslides, ambushes, and sudden sandstorms sweeping in from the desert beyond.

Dustveil Hold 

At the mouth of the main pass lies Dustveil Hold, a small but heavily fortified Covenant outpost manned by human soldiers. Its purpose is to guard trade convoys, monitor Dominion activity, and serve as the last bastion of civilization before the desert’s harsh expanse. The outpost features stone ramparts, signal towers, and a caravan staging area, making it a critical checkpoint for merchants and adventurers alike.

Cultural & Historical Notes

Old legends speak of hidden shrines in the cliffs, possibly linked to Taar (War and Fire) or Talasas (Trade and Navigation). The Divide was once part of an ancient pilgrimage route leading to the Avalonian Mountains.