There are many dark and eerie groves of old yew trees scattered throughout Athel Loren. Yew wood is excellent for making bows and magic wands or staffs. The yew groves were therefore sought out by kindreds seeking to make new bows and also by mages. The vast age of many yew trees means they have absorbed enormous amounts of magical energy drawn up through their roots and stored in the heartwood. The Kindred of the Yew includes many nomadic clans and wandering mages who move from one yew glade to another, dwelling for a time in each.[2a]
The wood from the trees of the Yew Grove is very much valued by the Wood Elves, who use it to fashion their bows and magical staves.[1a]