n the depths of the Dunes of Thakilran, north of Teron, is the city of Kardash. This domain of the desert dwarves is an armed camp ruled by the dwarven leader Tilik, protected by four companies of fierce dwarven guards who patrol the city unceasingly to repel any attack from its southern neighbor. The mystic Stali and the priests Rard and Vrgon provide Kardash with protection of a less physical nature, backing up the guards, and are in turn guarded by a noted gladiator and the shades of two noble dwarven knights. A city permanently on the edge, Kardash is not a safe place for troublemakers who are unprepared for fierce battle.