Many never find the falls hidden within this layer, but those that manage are greeted by yet another challenging climb. The falls start as a narrow chute that quickly expands into a wide, frothy cascade that crashes onto jagged rocks below. Those unprepared have no hope of making it past. But for the few that do, the treacherous Summit of Storms awaits. It is a difficult layer to inhabit. It is plagued by raging thunderstorms and sudden gusts that can throw any unsuspecting Tatsukoi around like rag dolls. These storms let up for only three days every month. The layer is scattered by snow and ice as well, it is quite cold. To ascend to the final layer, you must be prepared to combat all the challenges this layer provides.
This layer is very mountainous and steep. There is not much flora on this layer, but evergreen trees and shrubs can be found dotting the landscape. This layer also features the most prominent Noxwyrm population within the falls. They can be very dangerous creatures if you do not know how to handle them, it is best to steer clear of them. This layer is run very similarly to the first layer.
Due to the harsh nature of this layer, there are very few inhabitants. There are a few small villages, but most of the inhabitants of this layer tend to live alone. Among the few villages however, is a town known as Northchill. The town of Northchill has found its home in one of the few parts of the layer that aren’t nearly as harsh. The folks living there are kind, it is a common rest stop for those trying to make it to layer six. Northchill is also the birthplace of a winter holiday celebrated all throughout the falls known as the Midwinter Giftings. The holiday is celebrated on the final day of the year. On this day, friends and family gather to exchange gifts to begin the new year with the joy of giving and being around loved ones. However the entire week before it is often filled with feasts and overall festive cheer. Northchill has one of the largest celebrations of the holiday, they host a festival in the city every year. Many from every layer will gather here during this time of year.
An example of the terrain of this layer. / / How I imagine Northchill would look!
