The Great Desert

If one were to look at an atlas of Om'Kraan's continents, one would see a large sand-filled blotch that comprises much of Surtmere. This is commonly called The Great Desert by naturalists the world over, and it is a name that is spoken of with respect and fear by even the most hardened adventurers and explorers. Indeed, it is home to Om’Kraan’s most dangerous creatures and predators. Many sand-striders (rangers who have made the desert their preferred terrain) have agreed that The Great Desert is the nesting ground and hunting grounds of various chromatic dragons, purple worms, and progenitor strains of formidable creatures like the bulette.

Nearly six to seven hundred years ago, the continent of Surtmere was rife with lush jungle and forest. Some calamity occurred, and a magical storm altered the biome on a continental scope. The Great Desert is now home to an ancient brown dragon commonly called Sandwing by explorers who have trekked across the dunes. Sandwing is undoubtedly the apex predator in this area, and has preyed upon the largest and most formidable creatures, including the occasional unwitting adventuring party, when it suits the dragon to do so.