Tethyr Tethyr recently emerged from a decades - long civil war ( 1347 - 1369 DR ) with two new monarchs . The strong rule of Queen - Monarch Zaranda Star Rhindaun and King Haedrak III ( who formerly served the great Elminster of Shadowdale as a scribe under the name of " Lhaeo " ) began to restore hope to a cynical , suspicious , war - torn land . Tethyr was a growing nation , establishing ties with hesitant neighbors , and driving monsters from its lands . There continued to be much suspicion in the land , especially towards organizations that admitted to meddle in the affairs of others , such as the benevolent Harpers or sinister Zhentarim . Tethyr ' s large forests were home to a population of wood elves , who were ever wary of human rulers wishing to tame their forest with torch and axe . Tethyr was bordered to the north by Amn and to the south by Calimshan , while the pirates of the Nelanther Isles harried the kingdom ' s maritime commerce , such as trade vessels bound for far - off Maztica . As of 1479 DR , the rulers of Tethyr were Queen Cyriana and King Errilam . They had a daughter , the Princess Zandra , who was also one of the Court Vizeras , along with Mynda . Life and Society . Despite having an arid environment outside the large Forest of Tethir , the majority of the nation lived along the well established trade routes . With two major nations bordering north and south , Amn and Calimshan respectively , the Sea of Swords and its Nelanther pirates as its western border and finally the Omlarandin Mountains to the east . Known for their tradesmen , exceptional quality was their focus rather than cruelly cutting out competition as it might be in other cities . Many works of wood , furniture , chests , and coffers were all made by or in copy of the Tethyrian fashion . Prosperous families dedicated themselves to one particular trade or good . Land was the measure of status amongst the Tethyrian ' s . Nobles either earned or inherited their land . Commoners were ruled by a Count , who in turn appointed local sheriffs to do the various tasks he appointed from collecting taxes , mustering a militia , and administering laws . They in turn were overseen by Dukes who reported to the Queen herself . The Queen had a council of advisors known as the Royal Privy Council made up of her heir or crown regent , a selection of eight dukes of the lands , and five important and key individuals of varying Religious and racial background : The Archdruid of Mosstone , the Treespeaker of the Wealdath , the Hills ' Voice ( Halfling ) , the Shield Brother of the Starspire , and the Samnilith ( Gnome ) . The Queen was commander of the standing army . In addition to the standing army , there were several knightly orders present in Tethyr . Sponsors included Ilmater , Torm , Tyr and Helm . Of significant note were the Order of the Silver Chalice and the Champions Vigilant , sponsored by Helm . Travelers coming into or through Tethyr were warned that five is an unlucky number . Major Geographical Features . Spires of Mir . The Spires of Mir covered the southern highlands of Tethyr . Forest of Tethyr . Was also known as " The Wealdath . " The forest of Tethir was located along the Trade Way , south of the Small Teeth Mountains . In addition to the two elven tribes , Suldusk and Elmanesse , there were a variety of fey creatures that defended these woods as their home . A host of other dangers resided in these woods including several dragon s , wyvern s , and even lycanthropes . Rumor that portals to the world of the Lythari , shapechanging elves , were located somewhere in the forest as well but only the Lythari knew their location or how to activate them . Omlarandin Mountains . Barely considered mountains , this foothill area was known for the very rare and prized omlar gem s . These gems were exceptionally useful in the arcane arts and often fetched large sums from those that could afford to purchase such rarities . Snowflake Mountains . The Snowflake Mountains were a mountain range in the far east of Tethyr . Not directly in the sphere of influence of any nation , the Snowflake Mountains were located between Tethyr , Amn , the Shining Plains , and the Lake of Steam . The Snowflake Mountains were best known for the Edificant Library , a place of worship of Deneir and Oghma , and the childhood home of Cadderly Bonaduce . It was magically rebuilt and was called Spirit Soaring . Starspire Mountains . Despite being low mountains , treacherous peaks abound through the range . There was said to be a surviving clan of dwarves that managed over the years to fend off the various creatures making their home on the surface of the mountains . In its eastern stretch lay Mount Thargill that was a inactive volcano . Major Cities . Darromar . Darromar was the new capital of Tethyr . This was truly the hub of the nation : it was growing with the influx of mercenaries and monster hunters . Students of the arcane also had a home as there was a small academy for those not desiring to travel south to Calimshan . Mosstone . Despite its smaller size , this town was of great importance because of its location on the Trade Way . Of additional note was its proximity with the forest which made dealing with its inhabitants especially delicate . A powerful grove of druids set its aim on working with and instructing the townsfolk on the proper care of the forest . Myratma . Taking much from their neighbors to the south , a strong resemblance to Calimshan was obvious . This was the main port for agricultural goods to and from the inlands . Due to Calimshan being so near , arcane arts were seldom practiced and never in abundance . Of special note , this was the home of the Jaguar Guard . These noble warriors were exported from their home in Maztica far to the west . Saradush . Saradush was a metropolis within the land of Tethyr . Once a great bureaucratic center for the city ' s royal dynasty , Saradush fell into a period of decline following the Spellplague . Despite this , Saradush became an important waystation for trade involving the area surrounding Lake of Steam . Given its proximity to several kinds of terrain , along with increased prominence as trade traffic with Riatavin increased , Saradush also became a haven for travelers and adventurers alike . Riatavin . This critical city allowed for the trade through the Sea of Fallen Stars . The city was largely overlooked by Amn ' s growing trade with Maztica and its Council of Six resulted in the secession from Amn to Tethyr occurring in 1370 DR . Rumors of largely hidden Wizards and Sorcerors sprang forth in support of the secession promising to aide against any actions from Amn . Velen . This coastal city was a naval outpost , protecting against the Nelanther pirates . In addition , due to is coastal location , it was also home to a large seafaring and fishing community . It was rumored that ghost s haunted the city but the people appeared to be largely ignorant or uncaring concerning the hauntings . Zazesspur . The former Capital of Tethyr , cut into two by the Sulduskoon River , was still on many levels the glory of surrounding cultures . The city was ruled by a council consisting of Lords . Similarly to Myratma , due to its relative distance to Calimshan , any practicing the arcane arts were lured south with the promise of salary and an easy life .