# Darkport > [!info] Quick Facts > | | | > |---|---| > | **Type** | Pirate megalopolis | > | **Region** | [[Region - The Bleeding Isles\|The Bleeding Isles]] | > | **Continent** | [[Continent - Q'Shar\|Q'Shar]] | > | **Government** | Council of Seven Pirate Lords | > | **Known For** | Arena of Blood, Riddle of Anmata, ship-hull construction | > | **Founded By** | Anmata the Flame (mythical) | > [!map] View on Map > [Open Interactive Map →](https://hawksrepos.github.io/elvensong-map/?location=Darkport) ## Overview Darkport is the legendary primary settlement of the [[Region - The Bleeding Isles|Bleeding Isles]] — a maze-like megalopolis constructed from the hulls of decommissioned and destroyed ships. These vessels are stacked atop one another on a dense jungle spit, creating a sprawling, makeshift urban centre for the world's most wanted criminals. The settlement is protected by powerful enchantments that disguise its location from outsiders. To gain entry, a navigator must solve the **Riddle of Anmata**, a piece of ancient woven magic that serves as the only true compass to the port. This riddle was authored by **Anmata the Flame**, the mythical founder of Darkport who also felled the legendary Omni-Kraken. ## The Arena of Blood Darkport is home to the **Arena of Blood**, one of the **Four Grand Arenas of Gryth**. Alongside the Pyrat Arena in [[Region - The Burning Cauldron|the Burning Cauldron]], and the arenas of Bonedagger and [[City - Shugwood|Shugwood]], it forms the quartet colloquially known as the **Arenas of Fire, Blood, Rain, and Gold**. The sand of the Arena is perpetually stained by high-stakes combat. The Seven Pirate Lords hold absolute authority over the Arena of Blood and dictate exactly who is permitted entry into the settlement. ## The Witch Doctors Darkport's witch doctors possess secret remedies for **The Fever** (Jungle Sickness) — the mysterious ailment that kills outsiders who remain too long in the Isles. Their knowledge is exclusive and closely guarded, making their services a vital necessity for any visitor. ## Connections - [[Region - The Bleeding Isles]] — Parent region - [[NPC - Redheart]] — Sovereign Pirate Lord; descendant of founder Anmata the Flame - [[Region - The Burning Cauldron]] — Home of the Pyrat Arena, fellow Grand Arena location