Aerie (3e)
Atop the peak of Mt. Auroch¸ the fabled griffon riders make their home in the city of Aerie. Epic in its scope¸ Aerie has been carved into the very face of the mountain itself. Its people rule over a vast swath of territory¸ its trade with the dwarves of Westerdeep and the city-states of the east is rich¸ and its fame has spread far and wide. Indeed¸ its fortunes have never seemed fairer.
"But all is not well in the city of Aerie. Merchant and knight have turned one upon the other¸ and mercenaries play each off against the other. If the coming crisis cannot be averted¸ even a city of stone may burn.
"Here you will find all the wonders of Aerie¸ from the cyclopean maze of the Giant's Steps to the glorious sunken mansions of the upper city. Breathe deep the fresh¸ crisp mountain air and gaze upon the magnificent waterfalls of the eastern wall. Learn what it is to soar through the clouds on the backs of griffons...