The Deepspire (Work-In-Progress) (Patreon)

So, this is the basic design I've settled on for the Deepspire. There's a long walkway that spirals around the column of rock, with homes, stores, temples and so forth leading off from it, carved deeper into the stone.

Underneath it all is the harbor, where ships can come to trade. Keep in mind that ships in the Underdark aren't going to have sails or masts, so they shouldn't have a problem getting in and out of there.

Next to the harbor entrance is a defensive tower. Then, carved into a separate rock formation at the top, is the citadel. I've got some basic ideas worked out about how the place will be organized, but nothing concrete. All of this is still subject to change.

Anyway, I just wanted to give you a look at what I'm working on. I've gotten some work done on the layout of the harbor, which will be the first part I draw. From there, I'll work my way up to the top, one tier at a time.

I'll write some lore for this as well, although I haven't thought too much about it yet. I'm thinking this might be a mullti-race settlement. That's pretty unusual in the Underdark, but that's also why I like the idea. And there won't be too much reason it couldn't be used as a drow, duergar or other species' settlement if you prefer.

Anyway, I'm gonna get back to work. I'll keep you updated. I think this is going to be really cool. Let me know what you think!