The Starkrial Valley is a Neutral Territory mentioned in Neverseen. Physic's preferred gnomish apothecary is located in this valley; this apothecary was closed due to the plague when Physic attempted to visit it for supplies. A gnome named Mitya once mentioned that ogres blocked the river that had flowed into the valley; this blockage caused the valley to lose its lushness and heartiness. It was one of the territories affected by the gnomish plague.
On the southern end of Starkrial Valley is the Lake of Blood much of the foliage has withered there. The lake is highly acidic, and touching the surface can be lethal. A cave is located on the side, and it was where Lady Gisela was dragged through. This cave was later revealed to be an ogre prison. Physic's apothecary is presumably on the other side, as it was first overrun when the plague had not reached the lake.