# Landmark: Pillars of the First King Jagged stone formations near [[Location - Prince's Cove]] in [[Region - The Discovery Coast]], upon which the [[Faction - House of the Crown]] has built their crooked castle. ## Overview The Pillars of the First King are dramatic natural stone formations that rise from the coastline near Prince's Cove. Their name suggests a connection to Prince Alric, the founder of the Discovery Coast, though the exact origin of the name is unclear. The jagged stone provides natural isolation and defense for the crooked castle of the [[Faction - House of the Crown]], making it an ideal location for a secretive order that wishes to remain apart from the world. ## Significance The name "Pillars of the First King" raises questions: - Were they named for Prince Alric, the founder? - Do they predate the colonization? - Is there mystical significance to the formations that drew the House of the Crown here? ## Connections - Located near [[Location - Prince's Cove]] - Part of [[Region - The Discovery Coast]] - Site of the [[Faction - House of the Crown]]'s castle ## Story Hooks > [!note] Potential Plot Threads > - **Ancient origins**: Did the Pillars exist before Marris colonization? Were they sacred to someone else? > - **Natural or magical**: Are the formations natural, or were they shaped by magic? > - **The name's meaning**: What connection did the "First King" have to this place?