Caer Gurgust



Caer Gurgust was a small port in northern Saralainn.The Town had not changed much  since the  days of the Dunadan Kingdom of Cardolan. It sustained itself through the efforts of the local fishers and farmers  and could thrive if there was enough shipping between the Gwathló and  the Baraduin  (Brandywine).


 * 1. The Wharf, a simple  structure of  rocks  piled  within wooden supports. It could handle  ocean-going  vessels.


 * 2. The Bailey, a stout one  storied stone  house, it  served as the fort and residence of the  Master of Cairc-fergus. The bailey was  surmounted by a small tower  that  also  served as a  lighthouse.


 * 3. The Wall, an ill-maintained, unmortared  stone  wall  averaging  about 5' high. The wall was  provided with six small bastions.


 * 4. The North Road leading to the Ait Mell art and eventually to Annon Baran.


 * 5. The Wooden Tower,  three  stories.  Supposedly the  cornerstone of the towns defenses it served as a  barn.


 * 6. The East Road to Suduri.


 * 7. The "Long Travellers"  Rest a  moderate  quality,  rather expensive inn. The  stable hand,  Sigmar, was  a compulsive kleptomaniac.


 * 8. The South End. A decaying  collection of  warehouses that  stood as memorial to  the towns  better days.


 * 9. The Market. To the North  stood the "Crabs" a the most  popular  local bar and brothel, a good place to find a  brawl.


 * 10. Goose Rocks Beach. The fishermen dragged their small dories up onto the rocky  beach  which was contained by a rough  seawall.


 * 11. Seaside, the fishers' district.


 * 12. Goose Rocks Bay.


 * 13. The huts of the local farmers.


 * 14. The "Tides" a surprisingly inexpensive  inn. Its  owner, Huor, was an spy for virtually  everyone  interested in  the region