Many years ago there was a lighthouse. It was constructed right on the coast, the cornerstone for a planned network of fortifications, and connected to a strong defensive tower. Fine stone had been found there, you see, making construction quite inexpensive. The place was inhabited, for a time, while other area strongholds were built. One day the workers and guards abandoned it, shouting of madness, ghosts, and blood in the night. There was an investigation, of course, but soon after any discussion of returning was quietly dropped.
Today, the lighthouse has collapsed. The quarry is still and run down. It is a home for bandits.
It has become lost, despite the value of such a position.
It is quite overgrown, you understand, cut off from the world and perfect for those with evil intent.
It's been reinforced, at least a little.
It remains a handsome sight.
The fires are warm, if you're a friend. I've even heard it described as cozy.
And the wildlife have never been happier.
(It isn't finished quite to my liking, yet, but the contest is almost over! Hope you enjoy the build and stay tuned for the 100% complete version next month.)
([Edit 7/28] I changed the first 3 pictures because I got parts in the mail early (who would have thought?) and I could officially finish up the foliage as I had originally planned. There's about 10 more bricks that need to be added for it to be complete but they won't be here until August)
