White sand dunes sprawl off in all directions here, making navigation

confusing as there are no clear paths or identifiable markers. The

heat here is intense, and when combined with the occasional harsh

bursts of wind, parches the throat and sears the skin. Hanging

overhead is the sun, watching the suffering beings below with a cruel

eye. The unprepared do not survive long in this unforgiving wasteland.

To the northwest, a wavering image of paradise shimmers in the heat.