Waal

A fortress city in the border between the Central and Northern Lands. It is near the Riegel Canyon.

Waal
Waal is a fortress city in the border between the Central and Northern Lands. It is near the Riegel Canyon, and is the checkpoint travelers must cross in order to enter the Northern Lands. As such, it is where the Hero Party first embarked on their journey into the north to defeat the Demon King. It is a fairly developed city with many shops and other businesses. The city is governed by a castellan, who currently has prohibited entry into the north due to the state of high monster activity past the checkpoint. Walls surround the city, giving protection against monsters which is complimented by the city’s guard.

Visited by

 * Frieren (present and past)
 * Fern (present)
 * Stark (present)
 * Himmel (past)
 * Heiter (past)
 * Eisen (past)

Events
Events that take place in Waal and the surrounding area.

Present
Twenty-eight years after the Hero Himmel’s passing, Frieren, Fern, and Stark are in Waal. The Captain of the Guard tells them that entry to the Northern Lands has been prohibited because they are brimming with monster activity, so Frieren decides they can relax in Waal for the time being. Fern discovers that they might have to stay in the city for two years, so she and Stark try to find another passage to the north, but to no avail. Stark cannot stay too long as he wants to experience a deplorable yet fun journey and share his tales with Eisen. Fortunately, the Castellan of Waal finds out Frieren is present, and as thanks for her prior service to the city and in consideration of the plight of the Northern Lands, allows her party to pass through the barrier. With great fanfare, the trio continue their voyage into the north.

Past
The Hero Party makes their way to the gate to enter the Northern Lands with a big celebration from the local people.