Hollowmere
A valley town rebuilt over ashes, now a permanent map landmark and Bram's domain.
Hollowmere is a valley town with a history of destruction and rebirth, originally burned to the ground on the Deathless's orders roughly seventy years before Book 8. The current settlement sits directly atop the bones of the original village, featuring landmarks like the reopened sweet-water well and an ash patch where Bram planted a tree over unmarked graves.
Serving as the home base for recurring characters such as Sable, Mayor Ostwick, and Pip, the town grew monotonically through the series until Book 9. By this time, an influx of refugees caused Hollowmere to double in size, securing its place permanently on maps while becoming lightly integrated into Bram's domain via the [Hearthbound] skill.
- Founded
- ~70 years before Book 8
- Status
- Permanently mapped (by Book 9)
- Population Growth
- Doubled by Book 9 due to refugees
- Key Landmarks
- Sweet-water well, Ash patch with tree
- Domain Affiliation
- Bram's domain via [Hearthbound]
- Notable Residents
- Sable, Mayor Ostwick, Pip
Lore & Background
The history of Hollowmere is defined by the tragedy of its origins; the original village was razed on the specific orders of the Deathless. Despite this violent start, the town has risen from the ashes, literally built over the bones of its predecessor. The ash patch where Bram planted a tree serves as a somber memorial to the unmarked graves beneath the new streets.
As the series progressed, Hollowmere evolved from a small valley settlement into a bustling refuge. Its growth was not merely physical but spiritual and political, as it became a sanctuary for refugees and eventually fell under the protective influence of Bram's [Hearthbound] skill, marking its transition from a forgotten ruin to a recognized stronghold.
Did You Know?
- The current town is built directly over the bones of the original village burned by the Deathless.
- Bram planted a tree in an ash patch specifically to cover unmarked graves.
- Hollowmere doubled in size by Book 9, largely due to an influx of refugees.
- The sweet-water well was reopened during the events of Book 8.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Hollowmere sit on old bones?
The new town was built directly over the original village, which was burned to the ground by the Deathless's orders ~70 years ago.
Who are the main residents of Hollowmere?
It is the home base for recurring cast members including Sable, Mayor Ostwick, and Pip.
How did the town grow so large by Book 9?
The town doubled in size due to an influx of refugees arriving during that period.
Is Hollowmere part of Bram's domain?
Yes, the town became lightly part of Bram's domain through his [Hearthbound] skill.