==== Description ==== The Ember's Rest is a renowned tavern built into the side of a mountain, its walls carved from volcanic rock and reinforced with froststeel. The interior is warm and inviting, with a central hearth fueled by enchanted coals that emit a steady, comforting heat. The air is filled with the rich scent of smoked meats and the faint tang of molten iron. Long tables made of dark oak are arranged in the spacious main hall, perfect for gatherings of dwarves, traders, and adventurers. The walls are decorated with tools of legendary smiths, shields from past battles, and banners of Ironhearth’s greatest clans. A balcony level overlooks the main floor, offering quieter seating for private conversations or strategy meetings. The tavern is known for its hearty meals, potent brews, and strong sense of camaraderie. It’s a place where business deals are struck, songs are sung, and the spirit of Ironhearth burns brightest. ==== Menu Highlights ==== **Molten Mead:** A fiery brew with a touch of spice, perfect for warming even the coldest nights. **Forgefire Ale:** A rich, smoky beer brewed with ingredients from the volcanic regions near the Cradle of Flame. **Charred Boar Roast:** Slow-cooked over enchanted coals and seasoned with Emberforge spices. **Ashcake Delight:** A hearty flatbread baked with a unique blend of herbs and volcanic ash for a smoky flavor. **Frostberry Cordial:** A rare, sweet drink made from the berries found near the frostline, served chilled to contrast the tavern’s warmth. ==== Key NPCs ==== **[[Torva Emberbrew]]:** The matronly dwarf owner of the Ember's Rest, known for her sharp wit and sharper tongue. She’s a retired brewmaster who takes pride in the tavern’s drinks and its role as Ironhearth’s social hub. **Brog Stonegrip:** The tavern’s bouncer, a hulking dwarf with a reputation for tossing troublemakers out into the cold with one hand while holding his ale in the other. **Lysa Emberwhistle:** A cheerful bard who performs regularly, known for her raucous songs and her uncanny ability to remember even the most obscure dwarven legends.