Location from Cradle by Will Wight
The Akura clan's elite training grounds — where the most promising young artists are tested, broken, and rebuilt into weapons worthy of Malice's army.
Nightwheel Valley is where the Akura clan turns talented children into elite sacred artists. The training is brutal, the washout rate is high, and the survivors emerge as some of the most capable fighters on the continent. Mercy and Pride both trained here, as did every Akura Underlord and above. The valley's formations simulate combat scenarios ranging from one-on-one duels to Dreadgod-cult raids. The shadow aura is artificially concentrated, making it ideal for Akura Path advancement but uncomfortable for anyone using other madra types.
A deep mountain valley with a permanent darkness overhead — artificial twilight maintained by shadow formations. Training arenas are carved into the valley walls at varying scales, from individual sparring pits to fortress-assault simulations. The valley floor contains barracks, medical facilities, and advancement chambers. Everything is built for efficiency, not comfort.
Also known as: Nightwheel Valley, Nightwheel