The surrounding tunnel systems had been terraformed extensively. Thanks to slark and his people the durnokh. They are specialist on the subject.
They also create many new spaces to support fungal growth. The huge mushrooms tree, ironbark mold, and moss now flourished, not only stabilizing the ecosystem but also acting as a key foundation for livestock farming.
Their subterranean ranching efforts had taken root. After few month of exploration they finally the right speices to breed.
Across five growing livestock pits, species like fireboars, emberflies, and crystalline tusk-beasts were being raised in controlled space. Designed for high caloric value, rapid growth, and low mana interference, they were quickly becoming the main source of sustenance for their army.
Further to the east a area been designated a high-heat hazard zone. Deep geothermal veins from the planet's core passed through the region, making it too volatile for occupation.
