Koten

Koten, the Crab Ancestral Hall is modeled after the Lion Hall of Ancestors, but is lacking the remains of heroes and their weapons. In the Shadowlands, the dead usually are carried away by the Horde, or reanimate on their own. As for mementoes, a useful weapon would not be wasted and left on display in a tomb, but claimed by another. The emptiness of the hall is wholly depressing.

On the other hand, the abundance of legends contained in Koten is inspiring. The lonely monks that chant through the halls in mourning of the dead are known to have excellent memories. They listen to the history of each fallen hero, and, in respect for their sacrifice, remember nearly every such story. A vistor can ask the monks about any Crab hero, no matter how obscure, and expect to hear a stirring tale of courage and duty.

(SoCrab p. 16)