Plane of Lava

One of the Fire Planes, with Earth influence. Adjacent to the Plane of Coal on one side and the Plane of Flame on the other.

Basic Information

Like all elemental planes, the Plane of Lava is not entirely made of what it sounds like. On the equatorial slice, it presents itself as a chain of volcanos--the space between them a rock-strewn volcanic moonscape. There is one major city, Nara Kara, built into the slopes, lava tubes, and caldera of the largest of the volcanos, Mt Narak. Water is rationed, accessible only to those in good standing with the Cult of Burning Law who rule in Alastor's name. What seas and lakes exist are brimstone-filled and require purification for mortals to drink.

Ruler

The Plane of Lava is ruled by Alastor, called World Judge, an ancient Wyrm who ascended during the first age as one of the very first Elemental Lords. Of all the Lords, he is often judged to be one of, if not the strongest individually. Thankfully, his direct appearances are rare, for his justice is merciless. His will is carried out by the Cult of Burning Law via the Masked Judges who speak with his voice. From his judgements there is no appeal and no mercy.

Inhabitants

Fire-touched dwarves and humans, called "Vulkates", their plane-bound kin, fire giants, salamanders, and efreeti make up the bulk of the population. Very few un-touched mortals reside here--those that do are slaves bought from the Plane of Coal and tend not to live very long in the ash-strewn wastes.

Aspects

Conquest / Inevitability / Law

Unique Feature

The Grand Court -- an arena serving as a court of last resort for trial by combat. Used by people across the planes (although not usually by mortals). Combats are always to the death, and survival is proof of righteousness. The fights are always fair; the judges incorruptible. This is no place of amusement, no circus.