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Halfling domain The Halfling domain is a deity domain that grants divine spellcasters halfling spell powers . They gain the ability to boost their climbing , jumping , and stealth once per day for 10 minutes . Deities with the Halfling domain . All of Yondalla ' s Children , including Yondalla herself , sponsor the Halfling domain .
Pillar of sand Pillar of sand was a spell unique to Zakhara , the Land of Fate . Effects . This spell created a pillar of sand that rose into the air , carrying any target into the sky . This spell would only work in a sandy region . The top of the pillar was a 10 foot ( 3 m ) circle centered on the target . The caster could make the pillar rise as high as the available sand would allow by volume based on the caster ' s power . The pillar could be attacked and destroyed by normal or magical means , collapsing it instantly in the case of destruction . The caster could collapse the pillar at any time . Components . This spell required enough nearby sand to create the pillar in order to cast .
The Temptation of Elminster The Temptation of Elminster by Ed Greenwood is the third book in the open - ended Elminster series . Summary . The first section ( 759 DR ) deals with Elminster emerging from a tomb ( after being freed by adventurers ) where he has been trapped in stasis for a number of years . He is given a holy edict by Mystra to not use magic and to seek out the Lady of Shadows . After finding her , he becomes her court mage when she takes over the realm of Galadorna . The second section ( 767 DR ) tells the story of what happens to Elminster after his various temptations .
Dowell Harpell Dowell Harpell was a member of the Harpell family and their spokesman in the late 15th century DR . History . Dowell was the husband of Penelope Harpell and the family spokesman in 1479 DR . Dowell helped Penelope in teaching magic to the reborn Catti - brie . In 1484 DR , Dowell offered the aid of his family to stop the war started by the drow in the Darkening .
Soolabax Soolabax was a walled town in Chessenta near the border with Threskel . The town was overcrowded and there was no room inside the walls for new construction . The town ' s nominal ruler was Baron Hasos Thora , though he was a vassal of Tchazzar . There was a temple to Amaunator in the town . Soolabax was briefly besieged in 1479 DR by Threskel an forces until the Brotherhood of the Griffon lifted the siege .
Keinen Keinen was a paladin in the service of Waterdeep ' s temple of Torm . Description . Keinen was an elderly man with long locks of white hair , sporting a significant beard that nearly reached his waist . Underneath his armor he wore a lengthy , green gambeson . Personality . Although his goal was to become the leader of Torm ' s Waterdhavian priesthood , Keinen knew deep inside that a quiet clerical life was not for him . His true passion was the art of combat , and he therefore chose to compromise by becoming a paladin . Possessions . Keinen wore a suit of banded mail . In combat he rode a brown warhorse with chain barding , and wielded a lance and shield .
Cedarsproke Cedarsproke was a small , independent city in the middle of the Gulthmere Forest inhabited and ruled by druid s . Geography . The Cedar River divided the city in two . Government . In 1372 DR , the city was governed by Zalaznar Crinios , a druid and a very popular ruler . Locations . The city was the home of Earthome College , a famous school for druidic teaching as well as for history of the Vilhon Reach region .
Ceremorphosis Ceremorphosis was a bodily change that occurred when an illithid tadpole reached maturity and was inserted into the brain of another humanoid being , usually a human . The tadpole ate away the victim ' s brain matter and essentially replaced the brain , erasing all of the subject ' s personality and memory , but leaving the physical body alive and under the tadpole ' s control . After this , " morphological transformations " occurred and a new illithid was created . Half - illithid . If this was done with a non - human , the result was called a " half - illithid " . Another name for a half - illithid was " ceremorph " . They did , however , still possess most of the powers of a regular illithid . Examples of creatures beyond humans that had undergone ceremorphosis successfully were : An illithid tadpole that survived but was not submitted to ceremorphosis was called a neothelid .
Oota Oota was a self - styled mayor within the Lost Peaks . Activities . Oota managed a secret shadovar village for captured Chosen , despite being herself a captive . She had dealings with the maid and Harper spy Tharra . History . In 1486 DR , Oota agreed to meet the disguised Dahl Peredur , that offer his help to made an escape plan .
Elikarashae Elikarashae was a female Yuir elf warrior who became a deity and ascended to Arvandor . As a mortal , she used the spear " Shama " which was able to speak to a pure - hearted and noble elf ; the club " Maelat " , which could only be used in anger if it was to defend the Yuirwood ; and the sling " Ukava " , which was said to never miss .
O - Cho O - Cho was the handmaiden of Sumi - ko in Nakamaru around 1357 DR . History . O - Cho started working for the Funada clan in 1347 DR . O - Cho always supported her master , even during her illicit romance with Nagoya Kenko . However , she noticed that Kenko did not love Sumi - ko , so O - Cho told Funada Genzo about the matter and asking for help . Personality . O - Cho considered Sumi - ko to be like a little sister in need of protection and guidance . During family difficulties , she often secretly helped Sumi - ko from behind the scenes . Her devotion was noticed and she was considered a good and loyal servant .
Al - Hyam Dhazid Al - Hyam Dhazid was a magic - user in Phlan in 1340 DR . Activities . Al - Hyam acted as an advisor for Tyranthraxus , trying to learn his secrets . However , Tyranthraxus tricked Al - Hyam and he believed he served a true dragon .
Ki Mor Sha Ki Mor Sha was a shou mayor in Akari in 1357 DR . History . Ki Mor Sha was mayor of Tai He town and governor Ko Lei Kho ' s brother - in - law . Personality . Mor Sha affronted the ochimo treat very seriously and this was appreciated by his people .
Paulina Claiborne Paulina Claiborne is a pseudonym of Paul Park . According to her fictional biography , Paulina was born in Kansas and educated at home by Chinese missionaries . She has spent several stints in prison . Her past occupations include work as a cook , hairdresser , life coach , toxicologist , freelance letter - opener , and private surgeon . She has won the Warden ' s Special Prize for Model Servitude and enjoys knitting , drinking and knife fighting in her spare time .
Sun ' s Eye The Sun ' s Eye was the northern most province of the Yikarian Empire in 1367 DR . Geography . This province was unique among others of the Empire in that most of its terrain was not dominated by the sprawling World Pillar Mountains . The Sun ' s Eye covered a wide area of land leading from the mountains in the east to the coast of the Great Sea in the west while also bordering much of Konigheim to the north . Inhabitants . The albino Coral Princess was the governor of the Sun ' s Eye province . Activities . Because of its position along the Great Sea and Konigheim , the Sun ' s Eye province offered distinct strategical advantages over the other provinces of the Yikarian Empire . Mainly , it connected the yak - folk with the outside world , exposing them to sailors from the sea and barbarians from the north , allowing access to vital trade items as well as slaves . Goods smuggled into the Empire often entered through the Sun ' s Eye province . The navy of the Yikarian Empire was based in Lipo .
Baeloth Barrityl Baeloth Barrityl , also known as Baeloth the Entertainer , was a powerful drow sorcerer and the master of The Black Pits , a famous Underdark fighting pit . After being tricked by his servant djinni , Baeloth found himself banished to the topside of the Sword Coast , eventually joining Gorion ' s Ward during the iron crisis of 1368 DR .
Ren o ' the Blade Ren o ' the Blade was a human ranger \ thief who worked at the Laughing Goblin Inn . History . Ren began his career as a ranger until he met the female thief Tempest in Waterdeep . She taught him the ways of a thief . During their adventurers Tempest stole for Ren two ioun stone s . This led to Tempest being killed by assassins under the command of Tyranthraxus . Swearing vengeance , Ren left Waterdeep . Ren , approximately thirty at the time , eventually found his way to Phlan , where he began working as a barkeep at the Laughing Goblin Inn . He met the apprentice wizard Shal Bal and Tyr ian cleric Tarl Desanea there , and after a tavern brawl the three were forced to team together on a mission to Sokol Keep . The three would continue to adventure together around Phlan until Tyranthraxus was brought to justice . After two of the Phlan missions made Ren angry seeing nature despoil , he returned to the ways of the ranger . Ren was attracted to Shal , but let Tarl attain her as Ren was afraid of how much of his attraction to her was due to her similarity with Tempest . Ten years later Ren had dreams of his friends and Phlan being in danger . He found Phlan had disappeared , but with the help of two druid s under directions from Sylvanus , an undead paladin of Tyr named Miltiades , and a wizard named Evaine and her giant cat familiar Gamaliel , he found his friends and Phlan , which were captured by the evil god Bane and hidden underneath a cavern . Shortly after this , he married a druid . Twenty years later he helped Tarl and Shal ' s son , a paladin aspirant , reclaim the Hammer of Tyr . However , Ren died in single combat early in the mission . Ren ' s daughter took his ioun stones and placed them in her bow , as tribute to her father . Ren was laid to rest under a magical tree , where his body would be preserved forever . Physical description . Ren was 6 ft 6 in ( 1 . 98 m ) tall with a roguish grin and hidden powerful muscles . He had golden blonde hair that was streaked with gray and bright blue eyes . Personality . The cook at the Laughing Goblin Inn stated Ren kept to himself and was consider to be a quiet man . Equipment . Among his possessions were included gauntlets of dexterity , a cloak of displacement and also magical boots . His gauntlets , boots and cloak are constructed of Dragon hide which adds to the magic of his personal arsenal , two ioun stones embedded within the hilts of his magical daggers Left and Right , and a magical two - handed sword .
Fangs of Night shuriken The Fangs of Night ninja clan of the city of Ojy - do in Koryo were known for a set of five magical stone shuriken , each carried by the five top warriors of the clan . Description . Strangely , these shuriken were carved of stone . Powers . Once thrown , these shuriken never missed their targets . They inflicted greater injury than was typical , and victim could fall unconscious .
Jamal Elijiwan al - Iwlid Jamal Elijiwan al - Iwlid was an inhabitant of the City of Brass on the Elemental Plane of Fire in 1367 DR . Activities . Jamal ran a thieves guild in the Rookery ward of the city . Jamal never broke the law , but was adept at convincing others to commit crimes that served his interests and those of the Brotherhood of the True Flame . In order to gain favor with the city guard , Jamal would often turn thieves or escaped slaves over to their hands . His outward actions against thievery made him very popular with both the wealthy and poor of the city . He was well connected with agents of the Octagon , using those contacts to acquire additional thieves for his operation , arranging for their escape from the prison on occasion .
Yitriq Rukku Yitriq Rukku was a barbarian ruler inhabiting the Plain of Horses in 1357 DR . Activities . Yririq was the Fankiang ruler of Haxkhun and a notorious coward . He was subordinate to the rulers of Li - Raz but with no enthusiasm . Rukku staged weekly horse - wrestling contests in Haxkhun ' s central district , where he challenged opponents . Obviously the game was devised to make Rukku always be the victor and anyone who refused to play saw his family massacred . If anyone lost , he was executed .
Ashemmon Ashemmon , also called Ashemmon of Rhymanthiin , was a half - elf sorcerer of Rhymanthiin and the fifth Blackstaff of Waterdeep . Description . Ashemmon wore no beard and had blond hair nearly to the ground . Sigils and runes covered his shoulders and neck . He had hawklike features . History . Ashemmon became Blackstaff in Ches of 1424 DR , after the death of Krehlan Arunsun . According to Sarathus Hothemer in his treatise " " ( Year of the Forged Sigil , 1459 DR ) , Ashemmon outshone all Blackstaffs except Khelben in matters of statecraft . In his life , Ashemmon mentored Samark Dhanzscul , who became the sixth Blackstaff . Ashemmon died in the 1464 DR and was succeeded by Samark . Ashemmon ' s spirit - template went on to reside within Blackstaff Tower along with the spirit - templates of the other former Blackstaffs .
Rorlyn Handmane Lionar Rorlyn Handmane was a high - ranking officer of the Purple Dragons in Suzail , Cormyr . History . Around 1479 DR , Rorlyn was one of the kingdom ' s most experienced officers . He was busy organizing the Council of the Dragon . He helped Glathra Barcantle in battle Elminster Aumar ' s party at the castle . Later he went to investigate the house of Larak Dardulkyn .
Forest of Wyrms The Forest of Wyrms ( known as Ss ' kowlyn ' raa by the yuan - ti ) is a forest in the Western Heartlands . The air in the forest is cool and damp , and mists cover some areas of the ground . Inhabitants . The forest ' s name is derived from the population of green dragon s who inhabit the eastern side of the forest . They tend not to stray too close to the western side because of the proximity of Soubar and the likelihood of encountering adventurers nearby , but some younger or bolder dragons have been found in this area . Dragon slayers tend to come here to hunt these great beasts . Flora . It contains many tall redwood trees , some with trunks more than 20 feet ( 6m ) in diameter . There is not much vegetation on the forest floor and the terrain is mostly smooth . Helmthorn brush grows dense in the forest . History . The forest was once part of the elven realm of Shantel Othreier . Adventurers and Harpers used to journey into the forest to battle a lich at Lyran ' s Hold . 1479 DR . Snake - Infested Forest . This forest is now part of Najara . Despite the underlying rocky terrain , the Forest of Wyrms is composed of great redwoods and thick pines that soar to staggering heights . All manner of serpents reside therein . Small communities of yuan - ti are common , and the place is home to several youthful green dragons , whose alliance with the yuan - ti is tenuous at best . Several locations of interest lie in the forest , including Ss ' thar ' tiss ' ssun , one of the most ancient ruins in Faerûn , and Thlohtzin , an old lich stronghold turned slave citadel by its new yuan - ti residents . Although most steer clear of the ancient ruin , sinister human and tiefling slavers travel to Thlohtzin to sell their merchandise for ancient gold . The slaves are then reapportioned throughout Najara .
Keening spirit A keening spirit was a type of ghost , created specifically from the spirit of an evil female elf . Known for its constant weeping and groaning , the creature was sometimes referred to as a " groaning spirit " . A drow keening spirit was known as a " kiaranshee " , after the drow goddess of the undead , Kiaransalee . Abilities . Although a keening spirit shared many of the qualities of a ghost , its most dreaded weapon was its wail or keen . This ability functioned like the " wail of the banshee " spell .
Grunwald Grunwald was a tiny village in the North . It was the headquarters of the Thunderbeast tribe of Uthgardt barbarians . Geography . Grunwald was located in the Lurkwood of northwest Faerûn . Locations . A druid grove and a shrine to Tyr were located near the king ' s lodge . Government . As of the Year of the Staff , 1366 DR , the king of the Thunderbeast tribe was Gundar Brontoskin . Trade . The primary product of Grunwald was timber from the Lurkwood , which was primarily traded with Mirabar and Longsaddle . Dark shanut wood was also a valuable commodity that was in demand in Waterdeep and Sundabar . History . This tiny village was built upon the ruins of a dwarfhold . Most homes were built of stone rubble and timber from the forest . The tunnels beneath the city were known , but considered taboo — off - limits to villagers and foreigners alike .
Human Humans in Toril are widespread , can be found in most regions and , in general , are fierce and disagreeable , which can sometimes lead certain other races to view them with contempt . They are renowned for their diversity and ambition , and although they lack specialization , they can excel in many areas . History . The origin of humanity is something yet unknown . Although the Tel - quessir can claim the primal war between Corellon and Gruumsh for their heritage and the dwarves claim to have been forged from the rocks of Abeir - Toril itself , humans have no unifying creation myth . However , they are certainly an ancient race , having originated since before written records exist and they are frequently considered one of the creator race s . More confusing yet is that , while humans indeed are native to Toril they have been found on other worlds as well , with the Mulan i standing out as an example of human immigrants to Toril . Regardless of their precise origins , humans have been undeniably successful . While hardly the only dominant race of Toril , humans are one of them and the most recent to obtain dominance . In spite of this strength , or perhaps because of it , humanity is an eternally fractured and divided race , broken up into over a dozen ethnic offshoots . It is believed that this is in part because humanity , unlike most other races , did not emerge as a whole but rather in several places at once , thereby resulting in its diversity . Human ethnic groups . While there are no natural human subraces , planetouched subspecies of humans have arisen in the Realms . These include the aasimar s , genasi , and tiefling s . There is also great ethnic diversity between humans in different regions . The following are the most prevalent and largest ethnic groups to be found in Faerûn at this time . These are by far the most common ethnicities to be found within the Heartlands . Minor ethnic groups . The following are ethnic groups which are either small in number , or who are most commonly found in lands far from Faerûn ’ s heartlands . In their own distinct regions , they may very well be the major local ethnic people . Related races . Humans are kin to many races , such as githyanki , githzerai , and Deep Imaskari . Additionally , humans have bred outside their race many times , resulting in the various half - human races like half - elves and half - orc s as well as planetouched such as tiefling s .
Hepson Hepson was a human male and general of the Zhentilar army during the Time of Troubles in 1358 DR . He was with the god Bane when he planned the invasion of Tantras . Hepson , fearing for the lives of his soldiers , tried to argue with Bane , but was silenced by the god .
Alaor Alaor ( or sometimes The Alaor ) was an island on the Sea of Fallen Stars . It was under the control of Thay and housed Thayan shipyards until it was wiped out by a huge wave caused by a volcanic eruption . The House of Holy Tides , a temple to Istishia on the southern shore of the island , survived intact , and went on to take power , turning the island into a free state . Mulhorand sought to control the island and regularly blockaded its ports .
Isis Isis ( pronounced " eye " - sys ) is a kind deity that takes joy in revealing new discoveries to her followers . She is known as Isharia in Thay , and by the name Ishtar in Unther . History . Isis , with the assistance of Nephthys , resurrected Osiris when he was murdered by Set Relationships . Isis is the daughter of Geb and Nut . She is the sister of Thoth and wife of Osiris , as well as the mother of Horus ( now Horus - Re ) . Isis and Nephthys are twins . The nonevil members of the Mulhorandi pantheon are allies of Isis , as is Sharess . The Bountiful Lady considers Chauntea a confidant and friend . Due to their similar portfolios and differing alignments , Isis often finds herself in conflict with Sebek . Avatar . Isis appears as a Mulan woman in a white linen dress and sandals . She also wears an ornate headdress and jewelry . Powers and abilities . Isis can fly and communicate with other members of the Mulhorandi pantheon over great distances . Her voice charms those that hear it , and her will can stun those around her . She can harm her enemies with a simple touch . Those who have known love of another cannot harm the Lady of all Love . Other manifestations . Isis ' will is often demonstrated through the actions of white creatures and animals , such as unicorns , rabbits , and hawks . Church of Isis . The clergy of the church of Isis is primarily composed of women of Mulan descent , though a few half - elves also follow the Bountiful Lady . These priestesses must study arcane magics as well as divine . Clerics of Isis spend much of their time administering to the agricultural needs of Mulhorand , as well as the needs of typical home life . Temples dedicated to Isis remain open to the weather , and flowing water is often incorporated in their construction . The center of the church of Isis is the Mystic Cornucopia , located in the Great Vale . Additional major temples include the Temple of Bountiful Joy in Skuld and the Spring of Eternal Hope in Shussel , a city located in the nation of Unther . Worshipers . Worship of Isis is seen most often among the common people of Mulhorand . Clerics of Isis typically wear a white linen dress with sandals . They usually wear a wig over shaved heads , and paint three blue circles on their forehead as a symbol of their status as a priest of Mulhorand . When preparing for combat , priestess of Isis tend to shy from the use of armor . They otherwise equip them selves practically for the situation . Divine spellcasters of Isis pray for spells before the first meal of the day . Affiliated orders . Organizations sponsored by the church of Isis assist other through their mastery of magic . Celebrations and festivals . The clergy of the church of Isis celebrate a number of rituals on a daily basis .
Henkala Shadowsong Henkala Shadowsong was a deep gnome shopkeeper in Blingdenstone . History . Henkala escaped from Blingdenstone in 1371 DR . Circa 1439 DR , she went with the first expedition led by Kargien Dissengulp back to the ruins of the city and started reconstruction . In 1479 DR , she was concerned about the Ogremoch ' s Bane .
Roderin Obarskyr King Roderin Obarskyr , or Roderin the Bastard , was crowned the king of Cormyr after the reign of Gantharla Obarskyr in 261 DR . He succeeded her despite his illegitimacy due to the support of the Silver families and Baerauble . Unfortunately , he did not have an heir when he died and was succeeded by his mother ' s cousin Thargreve .
Ajimo Heikaru Ajimo Heikaru was a Wererat samurai in Ito - Jo in 1360 DR . History . Heikaru was the first son of the warlord of ito family but against his family ' s wishes he fall in love with Emi Towiki a kitchen worker . Distracted by his love he was negligent in rallying the clan ’ s army when needed in 647 DR . So the curse transformed him in a Wererat condemned to guard his lover room in caves deep the castle for eternity . At last in 1360 DR , an adventuring party hired by Michimori Uemon to recover the Seven Swords fought and destroyed him .