The Bloodvault

The Bloodvault is a castle in the southern Gatelands.

Layout
The Bloodvault consists of the large lord's keep, the smaller lady's keep, and several squares below. The walls rise high on the hill and on three sides a barbican and portcullis is located. Because of the hill on which it stands, the Bloodvault could be turned into an island in dire situations. Apple and pear orchards are located outside the castle on its western side.

The Royal Way crosses the castle, where you are just over halfway to the Gate from the Capital. This causes many travellers to cross the Bloodvault.