The Empire has been extremely careful in prohibiting access to Catalanian Springs, a mysterious forest within a ring of mountains. Stories of magical beasts, elven kingdoms, and arcane treasures have made this a favorite destination for adventurers, but centuries of experience have allowed the Empire to flawlessly deter these explorers.

The secret of Catalanian Springs is passed on from Emperor to Emperor through the Tome of Rulership, a book in the Imperial Palace. Still, some information about the Springs has leaked over time, and some wizards are known to call them Whisperwoods.