Welcome to the River Cove Weyr!
River Cove Weyr was established over a decade ago, originally on Yahoogroups, before finally finding its home here. Set in the 10th Pass of Pern, around 3500 AL, this timeline explores an alternate history where AIVAS’ grand plan to end Threadfall ultimately failed. During a 1000-Turn Interval, Pern nearly forgot the menace of Thread altogether, allowing civilization to expand freely across the Southern Continent.
Nestled within the remnants of an ancient volcanic range, River Cove Weyr faces the warm, southern seas, offering a unique environment. A freshwater river cuts through the heart of the Weyr, providing a vital resource used by all its inhabitants, and the Weyr’s strategic location places it at the center of the surrounding holds and halls. This ensures River Cove is well-supplied, one of the few Weyrs to thrive during the long Thread-free Interval. When Thread finally returned, River Cove was prepared, while many other Weyrs had faded into obscurity or struggled to rebuild.
The South, home to River Cove, is known for its independent and progressive spirit. While the Northern Continent holds fast to rigid traditions and conservative views, particularly regarding the roles of women and the structure of the crafthalls, the South has embraced change. River Cove Weyr reflects this Southern ethos, allowing greater freedom for its inhabitants, regardless of rank, gender, or background. Dragonriders and Weyrfolk here take pride in their more egalitarian approach to life, contrasting sharply with the often more hierarchical and tradition-bound societies of the North.
Tensions between the North and South have grown over the Turns, fueled by these cultural differences. Northerners view the South's relaxed attitude as reckless, while Southerners consider the North's rigidity stifling and outdated. Yet, with Thread once again falling from the skies, cooperation between the continents is more vital than ever—though it remains to be seen if these two very different societies can set aside their differences in time to face the renewed menace of Pern’s ancient enemy.
Latest News Items
» Timeline of Events 3531
Posted on Fri May 12th, 2023 @ 10:11am by Gold Rider Lana in Sim Announcement
Hi All
As we reach the end of Month 1 of 3531 I thought I would share the major events for the next couple of IC months.
MONTH 1
- YEAR-END CELEBRATIONS
- Zalyith Rises - Winner K’ron / Tyreth
MONTH 2
- Kymos Gather
MONTH 3
- Clutching
MONTH 4
- Hatching
- Tropical Storm
MONTH 5
- Kalaith rise - Winner A’ren / Zarminath
» New Player - Chellis
Posted on Fri Jan 27th, 2023 @ 7:03am by Gold Rider Lana in Sim Announcement
Hi All
I would just like to introduce all of you to our new player Kitty. They will be playing a candidate called Chellis. I would like to ask while they settle in you offer lots of jp's and make them feel welcome on our slice of pern.
Becca
» New Player - Galen
Posted on Sun Sep 18th, 2022 @ 12:45pm by Gold Rider Lana in General News
Hi All
I would just like to introduce all of you to our new player DreamWriter. They will be playing a candidate called Galen. I would like to ask while they settle in you offer lots of jp's and make them feel welcome on our slice of pern.
Becca
Latest Mission Posts
» KH: Well this is awkward
Mission: 3531 AL
Posted on Sun Jul 13th, 2025 @ 10:20pm by Lenya & Emalee & Jemmada & Bronze Rider A'ren
Emalee was not at all sure how to explain Jemmada being back in her life at all to Leisa as she watched him slowly coming through the gather crowds towards them. He looked calm after sorting out his wrongdoings towards Theeressa so that was positive but how would he feel…
» RCW: Consequences Of The Queen Flight
Mission: 3531 AL
Posted on Sun Jul 13th, 2025 @ 10:15pm by Sr Journeyman Halia & Brown Rider S'lei
Halia was exhausted as she finally climbed down from the stage and sat down in the nearest chair. How was it possible to feel this tired after napping all afternoon? She smiled as a Harper apprentice sat down next to her and nudged her a little and offered some klah…
» RCW: Too Much Of A Morning Person
Mission: 3531 AL
Posted on Sat Jul 5th, 2025 @ 2:50pm by Bronze Rider I'han & Green Rider Tanly
Tanly groaned a bit as she curled up on the bed more. She really didn't want to get up but she knew she needed to. Thankfully they all had a rest day after the Fall but it didn't mean she needed to sleep the day away.
The green rider buried…
» RCW: Sickness and Health
Mission: 3531 AL
Posted on Sat Jul 5th, 2025 @ 2:46pm by Bronze Rider V'ros & Analees
Analees yawned a bit as she walked back to the weyr. she really enjoyed her Harper lessons and having the chance of a real future but today she was tired. More so than normal.
She stepped into the weyr and decided on a quick bath before stopping for a few…
» RCW: Weyrbrat Patch Up
Mission: 3531 AL
Posted on Sat Jul 5th, 2025 @ 2:44pm by Sr Journeyman Thalia & Bronze Rider A'ren
Tayin limped toward the infirmary. His aunt would have a fit if she found out he had injured himself. The 13 Turn old sighed as he made his way into the infirmary. His clothes were dirty and he looked like he had a fight with a mud puddle. just perfect…