Everyone has to live somewhere, and PCs are no exception. Given free rein, characters adopt nomadic lifestyles, staying in inns and carrying their possessions on their backs. This is a rootless, expensive lifestyle that real people would adopt only in dire necessity. If only to give PCs one more headache, GMs should encourage them to establish households, somewhere to hang their sword and helm after a long hard bout of adventuring, a place to call their own. The Real Estate arcticle reminds us that In a feudal society, all land belongs to the monarch. Landholders do not own their land, they hold it. This right of holding can be inherited, delegated, sometimes even bought and sold (usually with restrictions), but the land remains the property of the crown, which retains mineral, taxation, expropriation, and other rights. Despite its relative abundance, land is the ultimate measure of wealth. In the countryside most land is held in fee taile, limited by class to a privileged few. Fee-simple land that can be held by common folk is rare outside of the cities.  Real Estate values for renting and buying are given by square-foot, modified by the quality of the neighborhood. Along with property come taxes and maintenance, both challenges for the PC landlord.

This article describes influential and interesting books and other written works that may be found in a Hârnic campaign. Different versions of a written work arise when they are translated into a new language/script, or are heavily edited to ensure greater appeal to a specific group. Some versions may omit original material; some add new material. Original and later versions of a book are detailed with the following data. Author Year Medium (Pages/Cover material)Pages (or equivalents).Language/ScriptStreet Value: Reflects perceived value more than its content or scarcity. Copies: The estimated number of copies that exist Location: The location of rare or unique books is sometimes given.

This article introduces detailed rules for stalking and killing prey and trapping animals for their fur. It also contains simple rules to determine the outcome of other types of hunting, such as hunting for sport. This article expands on hunting articles in HârnLore 4 and HârnMaster Barbarians.

Tournaments is a Military article. The tournament is a martial sport that demonstrates the strength and skill of a knight in battle. In its present form, it comprises the Melee, in which groups of mounted knights engage in battle on a field, and the Joust, which is a contest between two mounted knights, armed with lance and shield.   Tournaments have been held for as long as feudalism has existed. Originally, they were simply mock battles between two groups of knights during peacetime. Such battles involved weapons of war and lacked any specific rules of conduct; hence, they were often difficult to distinguish from a real melee. With the growing influence of Laranianism and popularity of the concept of chivalry, tournaments became more refined. Rules were introduced and enforced by Marshals and Judges, and blunted lances and swords replaced weapons of war. Tournaments began to focus more on pageantry and individual skill and the Joust developed to overtake the Melee in popularity.

The Telen Castle article describes the settlement's history, government, religion, and economics, and provides details for some of its craftsmen and other locations. Includes GM and player local maps as well as interior plans for the fortified villa of the powerful Nordaka clan, all in full color. This is a Hârn Classics release. Portions of this article were originally published in 1987 as part of the Thardic Republic Module. The article has been upgraded with new color artwork and redrawn maps, as well as expanded descriptions of the town.

The Silver Way sets a new standard for trade route articles. The history and economic importance of the Silver Way are covered with detailed sections about each day's march and nightly campsite. The Silver Way is the only road into the ancient and wealthy Kingdom of Azadmere. It is one of four major trade routes that converge on Tashal, and one of the most important trade routes on Hârn. It is also one of the most dangerous.  Altitude and other mountain perils make the Silver Way uniquely treacherous. Heavy snowfall makes the trail impassable from mid-autumn to late-spring, but the trail is a challenge even in summer. Sudden torrential rains can cause flash flooding. The ancient Khuzan construction is not completely impervious to the ravages of weather and age; every year reconstruction is required for some sections. For most of its length the trail is wide enough for two laden mules to walk side by side, but it is steep and twisting for long stretches, and a slip for one mule can easily cause the loss of two or more.  As if physical dangers were not enough, the route traverses brigand and gargun territory. The lower reaches of the Silver Way are haunted by bands of brigands who prey on small groups before they can join the great caravans that depart from Naniom Bridge. Close to Zerhun, the former Khuzan mines of Fana are now home to an aggressive and dangerous colony of Gargu-Viasal. The Foulspawn attack caravans that appear weak or disorganized. Experienced travellers never travel the Silver Way alone. Includes Ruins of Traketh expansion.  The ruins of Traketh Manor lie in the Thicesund Forest three leagues southwest of the Silver Way's Three Valley Gap campsite. Traketh is just one of many now-forgotten settlements of the Kingdom of Serelind that were lost in the upheavals of the Migration Wars. The manor has been abandoned for around five centuries and the encroaching forest has erased most traces of the settlement. What remains of the manorhouse undercroft is occasionally used as temporary shelter by bandits, hunters, trappers, timberwrights, and runaway serfs. Most who spend the night here find the experience unsettling, some describing a profound sense of unease or even ghostly manifestations.

Gardiren is the principal settlement of Nephshire on the northern frontier of Kaldor. It lies on the eastern bank of the fast-moving River Shem, twenty leagues north of Tashal. Vast forests claimed by the Taelda barbarians extend north and east to the Sorkin Mountains. These rich forests and centuries of trade with Azadmere have been sources of great wealth for Clan Curo, a wealthy and ancient clan led by the proud Earls of Neph. Caer Gardiren's excellent river port and its control of Medrik Bridge, the only crossing of the Shem north of Heru, ensure control of northern traffic using Noron's Way. Gardiren is also the western terminus of the Silver Way, the rugged trail leading to the mysterious and fabulously wealthy Kingdom of Azadmere. Includes The Jug Inn expansion. The Jug Inn sits in a prime location just south of Gardiren's wharf and offers a magnificent view over the Shem River. Trivin of Jasath, the proprietor, caters mainly to wealthy guildsmen and nobles. He discourages riffraff by keeping the room rates high and by serving only fine food and expensive wines and brandies. Trivin is an important man in town and has a very inquisitive nature; he is always seeking to uncover any secrets his guests may have.  The Jug Inn is a location expansion intended for use with the Gardiren Castle article (COL #5623). It describes the establishment, its services, staff, and clientele. Full-color plans of the inn are included, along with several adventure hooks the GM can use to bring the location into play.

The Irreproachable Order is the clerical order for men in the Peonian Church. Like their sisters in the Order of the Balm of Joy, the brothers of the Irreproachable Order carry out the basic mission of the Peonian Church: easing hardship in the lives of the poor and afflicted by offering assistance through agriculture and healing.

Uthriem Roliri, Brotherhood of the Forest in the Sindarin tongue, is a covert brotherhood of human woodsmen intent on protecting the wilderness and its wildlife. The group was founded by followers of Siem in the foothills of the Sorkin Mountains in the second century TR as a reaction to the depredations committed by gargun.  The Uthriem Roliri exists only on Hârn. The Brotherhood rarely has more than 200 members, preferring to remain a small and elite group. Although still concentrated in eastern Hârn, the Brothers can be found in most frontier or wilderness areas, especially where gargun live near human settlements.

Tesien is an Earthmaster site on Ternu Heath with a sinister reputation far beyond that of its sister constructions located across Hârn.  The original Earthmaster structures have sunk beneath the marsh; the visible ruins are of recent origin. As with all similar sites, the builders seem to have abandoned Tesien 15,000 years ago; its purpose remains an enigma.

Oselbridge is a welcome waystation for weary travelers on the Genin Trail, the road between Tashal and Thay in eastern Hârn. The bridge is the only crossing of the Osel River and most travelers spend a day or two at this oasis of civilization. Because of its strategic location, there has been an on-going dispute over control of Oselbridge for centuries. The bridge has been seized from time to time by Pagaelin tribesmen and the kingdoms of Kaldor and Chybisa; none have established any lasting authority. A seasonal trading post maintained at the bridge by the Mercantylers' Guild is a favorite rendezvous for tribesmen, adventurers, brigands, and riffraff. The Oselbridge article describes the bridge's history and the various factions vying for control of it. It includes full-color GM and player maps of the area around the bridge and trading post. This is a Hârn Classic article and was originally published in 1989 as part of Hârnlore 7

Kelestia is the Hârnic word for everything that exists, the sum total of all universes and all realities. Metaphysical and religious beliefs always blur into each other. It is often difficult to determine where one kind of belief stops and the other begins; both are ambiguous and esoteric. This article explains Hârnic metaphysical beliefs and provides suggestions to gamemasters as to how these beliefs might be incorporated into fantasy gaming.  This is a Hârn Classics release with new color artwork and an updated layout. The article was originally published in 1984 as part of Encyclopedia Hârnica 4.  

Rethem is a feudal kingdom in western Hârn where feudalism rules by force. The political situation is still far from settled and the threat of civil war looms over the kingdom. Rethem is bounded by the Kingdom of Kanday to the south, the Kuboran tribal lands to the north, and the Thardic Republic to the east. With its long history of violence, a rulership built on cunning and strength, and its shaky political structure, Rethem is viewed warily by its neighbors. The Peran wilderness to Rethem's north is home to the Kubora, one of the fiercest and most numerous tribal peoples on Hârn. The Kingdom of Rethem was created by the conquests of a Kuboran chieftain, something that neither the tribesmen nor the Rethemi are likely to forget. The Kuboran influence is still significant in Rethem and most Rethemi nobility are of Kuboran descent, although it is not currently fashionable to admit to it. Rethem's northern forests are rich in timber and furs and the abundant minerals of the lowlands have been extensively mined since Corani times. The fertile Thard Valley has long been one of the most densely populated regions of Hârn and boasts the strongest economy in the west. Rethem's eighth and current ruler, King Chafin III, is not the product of a long and respected dynasty, his clan having seized the throne a mere 40 years ago. Chafin III has constructed a network of allegiances that relies upon the careful placement of kin and the manipulation of competing loyalties that he himself may not fully command. Chafin often uses the threat of invasion from the kingdom's neighbors to keep his rivals off guard.

Telumar is an Earthmaster site located in the gap between the Sorkin and Anadel mountains on the northern edge of the Kingdom of Melderyn in southeast Hârn. The site is the location of one of the most curious phenomena known to those who study the arcane lore of Hârn.   The site contains five buildings from the Earthmaster era, many of which were damaged and partially covered by a landslide 13 years ago. A ruined Khuzan stone wall dating from the Atani Wars is nearby. The range of the Chindra Gargu-hyeka (a species of orc) surrounds Telumar as does that of the Bujoc tribal nation. The site is occasionally visited by the Ruthuba and Moym gargun and Pagaelin tribesmen. The Telumar article includes a history of the site, floor plans and details of its buildings, and a description of Lepridis, the mage studying the mysterious lights that the site is known for. Also includes full-page color maps for GMs and players.

Sheep are among the most common livestock on mainland Lythia and are particularly numerous on Hârn. Sheep thrive in almost any kind of terrain but are disease-prone and favored as snacks by wolves and gargun. This article describes the common uses, physical statistics, and economic data of the domestic sheep common to Hârn. Also included are a detailed description and statistics of the wild mountain sheep.

Kustan is located in the Peran wilderness at the northern terminus of the road known as the Scarlet Ribbon. The site contains a ruined Corani Empire fort, numerous barrow graves, and the village of Kus, home to the Rathiri Kuroba tribe. Kustan is the site of the annual tribal moot of the Kubora, a powerful warrior nation. The Kustan article describes the history and present situation of the site and provides details for its many interesting locations. A number of legends about Kustan and the Kubora are included, along with a diagram of a typical barrow grave. Includes full-color GM and player maps as well as floor plans for the ruined Corani fort. This is a Hârn Classic article. The majority of this material was originally published in 1985 as part of the Rethem Kingdom Module. Some additional text is from the Tribes of the Kubora expansion (COL #4762).

The Sorkin Mountains are one of the wildest areas on Hârn. These granite spires form a forbidding hundred-league mountain chain that walls Kaldor from the Sea of Ivae. The terrain climbs from the lowlands of the Kald Valley to peaks above 7,000 feet. There are higher peaks on Hârn, but few more rugged.  Hardy souls come to the Sorkins mainly in search of furs in the highlands and gold in the icy streams. The foothills are littered with their bones. Moss-encrusted ruins, some of Khuzan origin, some human, dot the landscape, and several are said to have contained treasures beyond value.  Anoan tribesmen patrol the north slopes and the Taelda inhabit the south and west. Wondrous but dangerous beasts roam the east and gargun are everywhere. The Sorkins tantalize the unwary with the promise of wealth but they are more often a place of death.  Includes the Seven Brothers Expansion.   Deep in the densely wooded foothills of the Sorkin Mountains northeast of Gardiren in the Kingdom of Kaldor, a clearing in the woods holds a ring of standing stones that the Taeldan tribesmen call the Seven Brothers. The Taelda revere the stones and use the site for sacred ceremonies, led by mysterious Guardians.  This article is a location expansion intended for use with the Sorkin Mountains article (COL #5890). It describes the Seven Brothers site and the tribesmen who act as its protectors. Includes a color local map and several adventure hooks the GM can use to bring the location into play.

Potions are found all over Lythia, in markets and fairs, on the shelves of apothecaries and physicians, in castles and in hovels. Some potions are well-known, but perhaps only in one region. Others are rare because they are difficult to prepare, have a short shelf life, or include rare or illegal ingredients. Magical effects are claimed for some potions, but most are intended as common remedies. Where guilds thrive, potions are a monopoly of Apothecaries, but there has always been a broad overlap between home remedies, herbal teas, and legitimate potions. Despite serious legal sanctions, unguilded sellers of potions are common, especially at fairs. Most potions are created according to guild-approved formulas, and packaged and sold in accordance with strict rules regarding composition, quality, claims of efficacy, and packaging. Breaking these laws can bring severe penalties, including public humiliation, heavy fines, and loss of guild franchise. Forging the guild seal is a serious breach of guild privilege.  Most potions require herbs as ingregients.   32 Potions Nectar of WisdomEuphoric hallucinogenic Maermal's BlessingEnhances strength Worried WorreenStrong poison Ichor of AgrikDisinfectant / painkiller Hru's Might Strength / Stamina potion Halea's Brandy Aphrodisiac Potion of Right Navehan Hallucinogen FletharashaRecreational Drug White DeathStrong Poison Corruption Jelly Khuzan Strength Potion Uhla OilBrain Stimulant Heir-in-a-bottleFertility Drug Two More LegsHorse Stimulant Tirrala's PillowAntibiotic Eye-of-DwarfEye Stimulant Tharin's Rock Salt Seasoning Heavy CurtainsSoporific Salt of KamilNarcotic Uhla InkInvisible Ink Watcher's AleStimulantDryad Sweat AphrodisiacElmithra MedicineBaby-can-wait ContraceptiveIlvir's Crook HallucinogenDaddy can't wait Emetic / LaxativeSpirit Ale Disembodiment PotionEye-of-Elf Eye BalmHalea's Tresses NarcoticGoodheart Heart StimulantHeal-All AntidoteGreen Demon Brain StimulantKhalmet's Theriac Antivenin

Astrology is the study of the stars and the heavens, physically and meta-physically. The article includes star charts, data about the Kethiran solar system, the moon, and other planets. The 12 signs of the Kethiran zodiac (sunsigns) are shown on the star charts.

69 detailed vector maps: World Map of Kethira Regional Map of Hârn Atlas Map of Kanday Shire and Hundred Maps Local Maps of all cities, castles, and keeps in Kanday (including many never-before mappped at the local scale).

Hârn is a relatively barbaric region. But no civilized society can function without a legal system, and even on Hârn the administration of justice is surprisingly complex. The article covers various types of justice that exist commonly on Hârn. Includes sections on Family Law, Vendetta Law, Feudal Law, Royal Law, Forest Law, Town Law, Trials and Enforcement, etc. An extensive list of crimes and common punishments is given.