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[[File:Map.jpg|thumb|150px|Aranoch [[World map| just east of Tristram]]]] The Aranoch desert is located sits on the east coast of the [[Tamoe Mountains]], which lines the eastern border of the Western Kingdoms , acts as a natural barrier into these provinces. Although impassable in most areas, these mountains hold a vast and lush woodlands. These forests stand in stark contrast to the bleak wastelands lying beyond them tothe east: the flat, unforgiving, sand-swept deserts of Aranoch. Boasting one of the harshest climates in the world, the deserts of Aranoch claim the lives of many each year. Only the most robust and highly trained nomads survive longer then a few hours in Sanctuarythis scorching environment. This vast desert land is mainly comprised of vast, empty tracts, punctuated with but a few specially adapted plants and trees. Water is a rarity among the sand dunes of Aranoch, with dry spells reportedly lasting for years. The climate of this desert ranges from life threatening heatduring summer days, to dry frigid winds during winter nights. Set on the western edge of the [[Twin Seas]], the jewel city of [[Lut Gholein]] has actually prospered in the merciless environment of Aranoch. Most credit this to the city’s coastal location and strong sea trading ties with the kingdoms to the east and west. Although a few bands of nomadic people have found ways to survive in this hostile desert, most steer clear of these sandy wastelands. The perilous nature of Aranoch’s unique and deadly environment is without equal. Few creatures could survive in habitats so unforgiving, but some hardy beasts have managed. Now twisted by the great Tamoe mountain rangechaos brought about by the arrival of the [[Prime Evils]], these unique beasts are fearsomely powerful. <ref>Diablo 2 Manual, Blizzard Entertainment</ref> ==References== <references><references/>
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