Chestnut Lake

Chestnut Lake is a large artificial lake and reservoir, sited in the Northern Posts, not far from Meiron, the Imperial Capital.

History
The first incarnation of Chestnut Lake was created during the Omé Dynasty, by building a large earth and wood dam blocking several small tributaries of the Meidorién which normally flowed west of the old walls of Meiron. This created a lake and reservoir of fresh, relatively clean water, as well as a scenic spot for hunting and relaxation. This dam, however, also deprived Meiron of a source of fresh water, and was largely viewed as a sign of the late Omé Dynasty's tyranny; during the rebellions that led to the Har Dynasty's foundation, the dam was breached and caused disastrous flooding in the Omé imperial palace.

Under the Har Dynasty, however, the breach was quickly repaired, and the lake re-created. When Lein Durun led his armies to lay siege to Meiron, it was suggested by his commander Kosu Arbal that he also breach the dam in order to flood the city, but he reprimanded Kosu:

I am here to save the city, not to add to its misery!