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The Ashlanders, also known as the People of the Wastes, are a group of Dunmeri nomads who have a long-standing tradition of residing in the wilderness of Morrowind. Their presence can be observed throughout Morrowind, including both the mainland and Vvardenfell. During the Merethic Era, the Ashlanders and other Dunmer shared many similarities and were considered to be on equal footing. However, with the emergence of the First Council and the rise of the Great Houses, the Ashlanders have gradually been marginalized and pushed into the most impoverished and hostile territories within Morrowind. They rely on hunting local wildlife to obtain additional resources, which are then used to craft huts, armors, clothing, and various household items.

In contrast to the settled Dunmer affiliated with the Great Houses, the Ashlanders do not recognize the authority of the Tribunal. Instead, they hold the belief that the Tribunal betrayed Lord Nerevar during the Battle of Red Mountain and that their continued existence is sustained through magical means similar to Necromancy. The disappearance of the Tribunal and the catastrophic events of the Red Year in 4E 5 ultimately prompted other Dunmer to relinquish widespread Tribunal worship and to acknowledge the Ashlanders for their role in preserving their cultural heritage.

The Ashlanders' steadfast adherence to their traditional way of life and their refusal to accept the authority of the Tribunal have positioned them as guardians of the Dunmeri heritage. Despite being marginalized and forced into inhospitable lands, the Ashlanders have played a crucial role in upholding the cultural legacy of the Dunmer people.