Ranterg Mountains
The Ranterg Mountains (from Hick “thrantorgral” - “thousand stone peaks”) form the central spine of Senera, running roughly north-south through the island’s interior. The range serves as the source of the Brams River and historically marked the boundary between coastal and inland Hick settlements.
Etymology
Section titled “Etymology”The modern name “Ranterg” evolved from the Hick compound “thrantorgral” through a series of sound changes:
- Early Seneran: [θran.tor.gral](/→ [ran.tor.gal]
- Middle Seneran: [ran.ter.gəl]
- Modern Seneran: [ran.terg]
Geography
Section titled “Geography”Dimensions
Section titled “Dimensions”- Length: Approximately 85 miles north-south
- Width: Varies from 25 to 40 miles east-west
- Highest Peak: Mount Thraltr (4,200 ft)
- Average elevation: 2,000-3,000 ft
Notable Features
Section titled “Notable Features”Eastern Slopes
Section titled “Eastern Slopes”- Gentler gradient
- Multiple river valleys
- Source of Brams River tributaries
- Ancient Hick observation sites
- Traditional pilgrimage routes
Western Face
Section titled “Western Face”- Steeper escarpments
- Dramatic cliff formations
- Protected valleys
- Ancient forest stands
- Historic defensive positions
Historical Significance
Section titled “Historical Significance”Pre-Kalassarian Era
Section titled “Pre-Kalassarian Era”- Sacred sites for Hick astronomical observations
- Tidal monitoring stations
- Boundary between coastal and inland communities
- Defensive positions against maritime raiders
- Source of ritual stone for coastal temples
Modern Period
Section titled “Modern Period”- Strategic military observation posts
- Protected forest reserves
- Watershed management
- Mining operations (limited)
- Tourism and pilgrimage sites