"Centuries ago the Blood Raiders frequented Araz. At that time, the cult was not outlawed in the Empire and they owned and operated several strongholds and stations, here and elsewhere. But soon the Empire could not stomach the cruel depravities of the Blood Raiders and they were expelled. The Bonfire, and what took place here, is one of the reasons for their expulsion. Here, the Blood Raiders conducted horrifying sacrifices and rituals that appalled all those that witnessed or heard about them. Fortunately, the Blood Raiders have long since gone to hold their unholy rituals elsewhere, but the Bonfire still holds a chilling fascination for all that view it."