Mirkwood is a vast, ancient forest stretching across the eastern reaches of Middle-earth, north of the Anduin Vale. Once called Greenwood the Great, the forest fell under the shadow of Dol Guldur and became a dark and dangerous place. Even after level 20, all three major sections of Mirkwood present a serious challenge.

Regions

North Mirkwood

The northern reaches contain the woodland realm of Thranduil, the last Elven kingdom remaining in Middle-earth. The Elven settlement of Ingrove in the Anduin Vale serves as the main access point.

Old Forest Road / Emyn Fuin

The central region, south of Ingrove, includes the ancient Old Forest Road and the Emyn Fuin highlands. This area is heavily contested and contains dangerous mobs.

Dol Guldur

The southern reaches are dominated by Dol Guldur, the fortress of the Necromancer (Sauron). From here, dark clouds spread across the land — these are the billowing darkness described by the Darkness spell. The region is among the most dangerous in MUME and should only be approached by very well-prepared players.

In MUME

• Mirkwood is a significant leveling and hunting area for level 20+ players.
• Spider quests and other quests are available in the forest.
• The Darkness spell's flavour text refers directly to Dol Guldur as the source of supernatural darkness in MUME.

Places

Shire · Bree · Rivendell · Moria · Lothlórien · Fangorn · Isengard · Mirkwood · Grey Havens · Blue Mountains · Misty Mountains · Trollshaws · Anduin Vale