A canyon city ruled by fear and force. Known as Throne of the Cutting Deep (outsider nickname)
Etymology
“Drowning Journey”
Dren
Inspired by:
"Drench" – evokes saturation, water, and emotional overwhelm.
"Drain" – implies depletion, extraction, loss, or channeling, especially under control.
Old English/Proto-Germanic: While not a direct source, "drencan" (to drown or saturate) aligns well.
Fantasy-invented meanings might include:
"deep cut"
"saturated stone"
"subjugated territory"
Vibe: Brutality, control, fluid carved into permanence.
Vaar
Inspired by:
"Vaar" in some Nordic/Indic languages meaning journey or season (gives scope or legacy).
"Var" in Slavic roots can mean fortress, defended place (e.g. Kreml-Var in some fantasy derivatives).
Fantasy-made meaning:
"throne," "rule," or "domain."
Could be an old Sanctum word for capital or crown seat.
Cutting Deep