The first location on the characters journey where he faces trials and obstacles of all kinds. The canyon is the location of the once river Balmut which gave life to the land, but now is a dry, arid wasteland where death dwells.

Nishigake = 'nishi' meaning 'west' and 'gake' meaning 'cliff.' This city is located in the lands beyond the canyon to the north and as its name connotates, is a place located towards the western cliffs of the lands. It is a brutal city, one where its leaders believe in strength ruling all and the weak being subjugated.

The antithesis to Nishigake. The city of Fomont stands as a direct counterpart and challenger to the rule of Nishigake. Located on the southwestern slopes of the mountains of Domos, the city is well fortified around and within the mountain.