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Berun's
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This
local landmark is a bare-topped, conical hill that commands a splendid view of
the valley of the river Dessarin to the east. This lookout has often been used
in times of trouble to watch for advancing orc or barbarian tribes coming down
from the north and east. It is named for the famous ranger Berun, who met his
end here at the hands of such a horde. He failed to stop the orcs, but slew over
300 singlehandedly before he was overwhelmed. Bandits watch here for the approach
of likely victims. Northern legend has it that a dwarven tomb lies under the hill,
rich in golden armor and treasures, but none has ever found it, and dwarves know
nothing more of it than legend.