Bloodhoof

Bloodhoof is a fictional village in the fantasy realm of Eldoria, serving as the ancestral seat of the Bloodhoof clan. It lies in the western foothills of the Silvercrest mountains, along the Blood River, and functions as a regional trade stop connecting highland farms to lowland markets.

Founded by the hunter Lyr Bloodhoof and his descendants, the village grew around Bloodhoof Keep. It is governed by a town council elected from local guilds, with a magistrate from the Bloodhoof clan serving as head of the council during peacetime, while the clan chieftain acts as chief magistrate in times of crisis. The council maintains law, infrastructure, and trade relations with neighboring settlements.

The economy centers on agriculture, timber, and metalworking from nearby forges. The Bloodhoof people are known for horsemanship, craftsmanship, and a tradition of stamped leather and bronzework. The annual Bloodhoof Festival features a hunt, horse racing, and a harvest market, drawing visitors from surrounding regions.

Notable sites include Bloodhoof Keep, the Market of Amber Grain, the Temple of the Stag, and the Red Gate. The village maintains a modest population and serves as a cultural hub for surrounding hamlets, preserving oral histories and regional legends through seasonal performances and guild-sponsored apprenticeships.

Etymology and notes: the name Bloodhoof derives from a local myth about a sacred stag whose red-stained hoofprints marked the land. The tale appears in regional legends and maps as both a place name and a clan surname.