"This area used to be the most prosperous commercial hub in the northern part of the Middle-earth Continent. The dwarves mined countless amounts of gold and gemstones from the Lonely Mountain, which then flowed through trade into River Valley City and Long Lake Town."
"Those were truly good times."
Balin's eyes glistened with tears as he gazed at the dwarf wind crossbows on the tower outside, as if reminiscing about a bygone era.
"Gold and gemstones were not just money; they brought markets and orders, honing the craftsmanship of our dwarves. Back then, the areas between the Lonely Mountain's foothills and River Valley City boasted various large markets, even the toy market was the largest in the North."
"To protect their city and the prosperity of trade, the Lord of River Valley City, Jirian, came to the Lonely Mountain and placed an order with us. He asked us to forge weapons capable of defending his city in any danger."
