# Layers of Carceri *Source: Dungeon Master's Guide (2024) p. 187* **Layers of Carceri** | Layer | Description | |-------|-------------| | Orthrys | The River Styx meanders through a layer of vast bogs and quicksand. | | Cathrys | The stench of decay hangs over fetid jungles and scarlet plains. | | Minethys | Stinging sand blows in unending storms, hiding the ruins of the ancient city Payratheon. | | Colothys | Deep chasms cut between cruel mountains make foot travel nearly impossible. | | Porphatys | Cold, acidic oceans are fed by constant black snow. | | Agathys | Black ice streaked with red covers this frigid realm. | ^layers-of-carceri