Lenntis is the oldest Citadel-Monastery in Annmar. It has the largest library in Annmar as well. Lenntis contains all the recorded history of Annmar and has been around for over 1,000 years. It is located in the center of the world, high in the mountains between the kingdoms of Guirinn, Skallvenn, and the Emberwild. A Citadel- Monastery is a fortress that protects a huge library and a place of worship. The Monks that live there worship the 5 gods and maintain their secrets especially secrets of their power Because they are also record keepers and keep the history of Annmar, Monks also keep the written history and stories about the 5 gods so that none in Ammar will forget them and who created the world.
A Monk’s sole purpose is to record the history of Annmar, but more importantly to record the deeds of lords and kings. The actions of lords and kings effect history more than anything. Lenntis is a neutral site in Annmar. Lenntis takes no part in wars. Lenntis takes no sides so part of the Monk’s job is to record the deeds of all races in Annmar in order to have an accurate account of their actions in history. And because Lenntis is neutral, all treaties and alliances are signed there; at a place called Kingswatch. Even secret alliances because there must be a record of everything. The Monks at Lenntis keep meticulous records from history to prophecies and even legends. Now, while some history from the war of the five gods has been lost, Lenntis has the most accurate records of what happened about the fall of the gods and the beginning of the first age since the fall.
Monks are not just recordkeepers, they are also warriors, although they rarely fight. Their fighting skill is a form of what is known as martial arts along with exceptional skills in archery and swordsmanship. They become Warriors to protect the history of Annmar. The Monks of Lenntis rarely leave the Citadel- Monastery, but sometimes they travel to complete special tasks that are essential to preserving the history of Annmar. Lenntis is also known for one more thing besides recording the history of Annmar. The monks also make a special kind of wine that is traded throughout Annmar. While other kingdoms ferment their own wine. The monks at Lenntis make a special blend that is in much demand and can be expensive. It is how they earn money for the upkeep of the citadel-monastery. The wine is called Allistarr Wine, named for the brightest star that shines over Lenntis.