Backdrop (Brief): Deep within the ravine cities of the ancient dwarves—known as the Stoneheart Network—a long-dormant system of arcane machines has stirred. The dwarves have returned to reclaim and study the ruins, but their tinkering has reawakened long-buried constructs and defensive wards. Rumors say one site, Vault-Keystone 13, holds a mechanism capable of controlling weather, terrain, or even time—but only if supplied with a lost relic: the Heart of the Forge, a power-core stolen centuries ago.
Skyrider Activity: All races use gliders, ornithopters, and airbikes—these daring couriers and scouts maintain trade and communication. One team of stylish, charming orcs (your “cool rival band”) may crisscross with the party.