the great owl tree.

The Great Owl Tree is the tallest tree in the forest, and also stands directly in the middle of the forest. The Indians called it the ‘Mother Tree’, though the named changed shortly after the founding of Islara, when people told of a massive owl that called the towering Oak home. Its massive root system twists and turns both below, and above the surface of the ground. Small caves can be found where water has washed away the dirt around the, some large enough to allow a medium sized dog to crawl in. Mice, squirrels, and other rodent like creatures can easily be ground among the roots of the tree. A sense of security seems to radiate from the ancient tree, almost as if its infinite knowledge seems through, warding off any bad feelings, truly holding the title of Mother of The Forest.