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Rubbaniyah Rubbaniyah was the term used to describe an officer of a sailing vessel in Zakhara . Activities . Though not required , especially on smaller vessels , " rubbaniyah " were useful in delegating lesser duties to shipmates so the " rubban " and " nakhuda " could focus on other things .
Shanalar Shanalar was an human female inhabitant of Zhentil Keep in 1358 DR who was secretly opposed to the Zhentarim . Personality . Shanalar had a fierce temper . Activities . In addition to researching new spell s , Shanalar enjoyed riding griffon s with a degree of skill .
Wavecrest Wavecrest is one of two islands that make up the Eyes of Silvanus on the Sea of Fallen Stars . It is situated close to the mouth of the Vilhon Reach . It benefits from the protection of reefs and also the magic of the Emerald Enclave . The Eyes of Silvanus were formed from mountains when Jhaamdath fell .
Masked Merfolk The Masked Merfolk was a club in Marsember , Cormyr near to Starwater Keep . Structure . The door of the establishment had a carving of a mermaid and a merman embracing one another . Staff . The club was known for having doppelganger employees who could be paid for information . Activities . Typical entertainment consisted of minstrels , acrobats , singers and tasting of rare wines .
Blindsight " Blindsight " was a general term for the natural ability of certain creatures to perceive their surroundings as well as a sighted creature yet without using visual senses . Senses that could contribute to a creature ' s overall blindsight included enhanced hearing , an acute sense of smell , sensitivity to vibrations , or such specialized senses as echolocation . Because the sense of sight was not involved , a creature with blindsight was not hindered by such spell effects as " invisibility " or " darkness " .
Rockbottom Rockbottom was a dwarf cleric . He was part of an expedition that accompanied the Companions of the Hall to Shallows in 1370 DR , only to be attacked by orc s and frost giant s , and did what he could to heal Withegroo Seian ' Doo and Bruenor Battlehammer .
Argularragh Argularragh was a dragon who lived in the realm of Eskorn , Returned Abeir . Description . Argularragh was a massive dragon , even by dragon standards . History . Argularragh was the ruler of the castle of Argul , in Eskorn , where it lorded over a commune of dragonborn slaves . However , one day Argularragh simply vanished without a trace . Most of the other Eskornar dragon lords believed Argularragh was killed by a rival during a sea battle and its body was lost in the waters , but a few of them believed that Argularragh was either trapped inside a magical item , or that the dragon learned how to change shape and went to live its remaining days as a member of another race . The few individuals who believed this tale , also believed Argularragh was still alive as of 1479 DR .
Zalaznar Crinios Zalaznar Crinios was the ruler of Cedarsproke in the Gulthmere Forest in 1370 DR . Activities . Zalaznar was a totally independent leader , not affiliated with the Emerald Enclave . He sometimes disagreed with the Enclave ' s politics but remained neutral instead , showing dissent without weakening the religion . History . In 1391 DR Zalaznar transformed into a mighty treant for his service to nature , takes hold of the druid circle in Cedarspoke .
Ankaram Duchy Ankaram , formerly Ankramir , was the territory of Tethyr bordering Calimshan in the south . Geography . Ankaram was located between the River Ith and the River Memnon . It was bordered by the Sea of Swords in the west and the Forest of Mir in the east . The region was sparsely populated but included several well - guarded forts along the border , so Calimshan was cautious about ever attacking it . The duchy contained two counties , Calimmon and Monteshi , the latter of which included Monrativi Teshy Mir , an area of contention between Calimshan and Tethyr . Ankaram was the location of two of the most dangerous adventuring sites of Tethyr , the ruined cities of Shoonach and Memnonnar . Government . In 1369 DR , Duchess Vajra Valmeyjar ruled Ankaram , officially from her castle of Maratimmir , 30 miles east of the city of Myratma . History . Ankaram was given to Tethyr as a gift in - 150 DR by Syl - Pasha Kamus el Tarshaj of Calimshan . Before the Tethyrian Interregnum , this duchy was known as " Ankramir " . After Queen Zaranda Star rose to power in 1369 DR , Ankaram was considered a part of the Principality of Ankramir , which also included Kamlann and the Purple Marches .
Merith Strongbow Merith Strongbow was an elven fighter mage and a member of the Knights of Myth Drannor . His familiar was a black cat named Shadowclaw . Appearance . Merith was tall , standing five feet ten inches . He had dark black hairand one blue colored eye and one green colored eye . He wore both wands and his sword on his belt . History . Merith was born to Laerune and Lianthorn Strongbow on the banks of the river Duathamper in 1161 DR
Thunderlance Thunderlance was an arcane evocation spell that created a spear of force that could be used as a weapon and had the ability to dispel some defensive magics . One version also absorbed certain magic projectiles and added their damage to its own . Effects . For one minute per level , the caster could wield a spear - like force that extended from his or her pointed finger . It was shimmering , faintly gray , could vary in length up to 20 ft ( 6 . 1 m ) , and was perfectly straight . No skill was required to wield " thunderlance " : an earlier version ignored all non - natural armor , and the later version struck as if the caster had great strength . The lance faded away at the will of the caster , if the caster lost consciousness or cast another spell , or when the spell expired . Some magical force protections were dispelled by the touch of a " thunderlance " . The later version could dispel " shield " , " mage armor " , and any other force - based spell of 3rd level or below . The earlier version could even dispel a " minor globe of invulnerability " and other abjuration spells of the same level or less . In addition , the " thunderlance " absorbed " magic missile s " , " Snilloc ' s snowball s " , and other force - projectiles — one missile for every three caster levels — and use that magical energy to boost its damage on the next successful hit . Components . In addition to verbal and somatic components , this spell required a small metal spear as a material component . The earlier version specifically required the spear be made of silver . History . This spell was first known to appear in the spell tome known as Aubayreer ' s Workbook . This spell was published in " Volo ' s Guide to All Things Magical " and became generally known to the magical community .
Sark Axebarrel Sark Axebarrel was a deep gnome guard in Blingdenstone during the Rage of Demons . History . During the Rage of Demons , the cynical Sark commanded a patrol at the entrance of the closed Rockblight section of the city . His reports told of the presence of a medusa inside .
Undercommon Undercommon was a trade language spoken by the majority of intelligent races native to the Underdark . Speakers of Undercommon included the aboleth , choker , chuul , cloaker , delver , drider , drow , duergar , dwarf , githyanki , githzerai , grimlock , kobold , kuo - toa , orc , rakshasa , roper , svirfneblin , and mind flayer races . Undercommon was written using the Espruar alphabet .
Aarakocra Aarakocras ( æ - ra - KO - kras ) were a race of avian monstrous humanoid s . Appearance . Aarakocras resembled humanoid birds . The average specimen stood about 5 ft ( 1 . 5 m ) tall and had a wingspan of 20 ft ( 6 . 1 m ) . Halfway along the edge of each wing was a hand with three human - sized fingers and an opposable thumb . An elongated fourth finger extended the length of the wing and locked in place during flight . The hands could not grasp while flying , but they were nearly as useful as human hands when an aarakocra was perched and its wings folded back . Their powerful legs ended in four sharp talons that could unlock and fold back to reveal another pair of functional hands . These humanoids had hollow , fragile bones . Their faces combined the features of both parrot s and eagle s . They had gray - black beaks and black eyes . Plumage color varied , but males generally had red , orange , and yellow coloration , while females tended towards brown and gray . Society . Aarakocras lived among the highest mountain peaks in small tribes that controlled hunting territories and shared a communal nest . The eldest male served as leader , assisted by the tribe ' s shaman . Aarakocras were known to be extremely claustrophobic . Religion . Aarakocras almost all worshiped Aerdrie Faenya . She appeared to them as a giant white bird . The small number of aarakocras living in the North mainly worshiped Syranita as their goddess , but also payed homage to Akadi , Remnis of the giant eagle s , Stronmaus of the giant s , as well as Aerdrie Faenya . Known aarakocra settlements . They were an immigrant race to Faerûn from Maztica . Known aarakocra settlements in Faerûn were : Appendix . Notes . Aarakocra first appeared in the " Fiend Folio " ( 1981 ) and were credited to Lawrence Schick .
Animal sphere The Animal sphere was a group of spells granted to cleric s and druid s that allowed influence , summoning , communication , control , alteration , or friendship with animals and insects . Spells in normal text are listed in the Tome of Magic 2nd edition . Spells in italics were added to the Animal Sphere in the sourcebook .
Peldar Armsmith Peldar Armsmith was the Cloakmaster of Karlaggar , one of the eight districts of Zazesspur , for the Shadow Thieves around 1370 DR . History . Peldar was a blacksmith before becoming a well - known arms and armors merchant . Entering into the Shadow Thieves , he was chosen as one of the eight Cloakmasters of Zazesspur . Personality . Peldar had a foul temper . He had decent relationships with the other Cloakmasters as long as they respected his own sphere of influence .
Ansel Burwyth Ansel Burwyth , also called the Master of Gems , was a skilled wizard who lived during the 4th century DR in Mulhorand . History . Ansel was hired in 326 DR , along with many other mages , by the ruling bodies of Tashalar to rid them of Magister Onsilur Maerdrathom who had become quite a nuisance to their way of life . Ansel succeeded where others who came before him failed . He was able to trap the soul of Onsilur within a " kiira " . Lured by the riches left for the taking in Onsilur ' s tower , Ansel hid the " kiira " and entered the tower only to be killed by the wide array of magical traps Onsilur had in place .
Lonelywood Lonelywood was a town in Ten Towns within the cold region of Icewind Dale . It was known as being the " first choice " for rogues seeking a refuge in Icewind Dale . Geography . This northernmost town was surrounded by the Lonely Woods with Maer Dualdon on the west side and the Bryn Shander Trail on the east . History . Before Drizzt Do ' Urden journeyed to Icewind Dale , Regis was the " leader " of the town , but in 1351 DR after Wulfgar ' s people raided Ten Towns , Regis retired as council spokesman , although the city continued to use him to " market " the town . Even after his move to Mithral Hall , he maintained a home there for some time . Muldoon became the next town spokesman in 1351 DR . He was originally from Waterdeep , but came to Lonelywood with his father when his father was kicked out of Waterdeep ( although he later returned ) . Muldoon became a successful merchant and council spokesman . Regis returned to Lonelywood in 1483 DR and once again purchased a house there , spending time " fishing " in Maer Dualdon . In the forest not far from his house , Catti - brie built a small garden shrine to Mielikki . Defenses . In time of war , Lonelywood could muster a militia of 100 to 500 human s who were armed with dwarven weapons and light armor .
Kiros Kiros was the leader of the centaur s in Bloodstone Barony in 1357 DR . Activities . Kiros was a kind of sage about history , warfare , and nature . He was always terribly formal and precise . History . In 1357 DR Kiros and his fellow met Gareth Dragonsbane ' s party . Later he joined the council that ruled the Barony . In 1359 DR Kiros and his fellow had joined the Alliance of Belt Watchers with local halfling s and Dwarves . Personality . Kiros had a grizzled , slow - talking but powerful personality .
House Chûmavh House Chûmavh was the ruling drow house of Maerimydra , and held the position as ruling house . Base of Operations . Until 1372 DR , House Chûmavh , resided within the impressive Castle Maerimydra which overlooked the city of Maerimydra . After the city ' s destruction however Tower Chûmavhraele became the new base for the House under the city of Ravens Bluff . History . Rulers of Maerimydra . In 1372 , the Silence of Lolth rendered all the Lolth worshipers in Maerimydra without their ability to cast divine spells . In the wake of this many sought to overthrow the city , including the city ' s Archmage . Although the Archmage Duneth Wharreil and his demon ic allies did not topple the defensive structure of Castle Maerimydra , another enemy did manage to defeat them . The aspiring cult of Kiaransalee , led by Irae T ' sarran , sneaked into the Castle and slew all House Chûmavh ' s Lolth - worshipers . There ended the reign of House Chûmavh in Maerimydra . Beneath Raven ' s Bluff . After the fall of Maermydra , the survivors relocated to Tower Chûmavhraele , beneath Ravens Bluff , under the leadership of Marquise Dresimil Chûmavh . In 1479 DR , House Chûmavh attempted to activate an ancient drow " mythal " , inadvertantly releasing Jack Ravenwild in the process .
Fluorspar Fluorspar , also called , was a soft , easily workable stone found in many colors . The pink and red varieties were sometimes called cabra stones . I Description . These ornamental stones cleaved easily to form faceted gemstones , but this treatment was reserved for small samples and specimens of the most popular colors : pale blue , green , yellow , purple , pink , and red . A purple - and - white banded variety known as Blue John was mined in large blocks and was used for carving . A typical stone had a base value of 10 gp , with the higher valued stones tended to be the red and pink varieties . Powers . All varieties of fluorspar gave off a faint green glow when " invisible " creatures or objects were within 20 ft ( 6 . 1 m ) . Fluorspar did not react to ethereal objects or creatures , nor to things or beings merely disguised .
Greigor Kundknoddick Greigor Kundknoddick was a frost giant jarl in the late 15th century DR . History . Greigor was the leader of a frost giant tribe that allied with drow and orc s during the Darkening . In 1485 DR , during the late stages of the War of the Silver Marches , Greigor was approached by Jarlaxle , who suggested he withdraw his troops in the wake of the imminent defeat of Many - Arrows .
Mellast Ormblade Mellast Ormblade was a noble in Cormyr and a lord of the Ormblade noble house . History . Around 1479 DR , Mellast gathered with some friends to discuss if it was true that the kingdom was on the verge of a civil war . Relationship . Mellast was part of the cabal that supported Marlin Stormserpent .
Chilis Chilis were strong spices from Maztica . They were available for purchase through " Aurora ' s Whole Realms Catalogue " . Description . The strong flavor of chilis was unique , but was considered similar to Malatra n pepper . The spices were said to be able to cover up even the worst flavors , such as bad meat . When purchased through " Aurora ' s " , chilis could be shipped either in whole dried pods or already ground .
Baliver ' s House of Horses Baliver ' s House of Horses was a rental stable in Luskan . History . The stables consisted of a series of walled paddocks and sheds located at the south end of the Upstream Span . Inhabitants . The Arcane Brotherhood watched over the stables , which charged 4 gold piece s a night for each horse , and were known to use " tracer " spells on horses if they suspected they would need to track the owner . History . As of 1370 DR , it was the only rental stable in the city .
Gudea Gudea was the ruler of Ssintar in Unther in 1357 DR . Activities . Gudea was a supporter of Gilgeam . However he like many hid from the king how the situation was disperate . He was bargain with Furifax and the cult of Tiamat in order to survive . Personality . Gudea was a natural pessimist , always figuring the worst scenarios . He had no power ambition ' s .
Aluar Zendos Aluar Zendos was a ranger of Mielikki in Waterdeep in 1372 DR . Personality . Aluar was a quiet man with an uncompromising hatred of evil creature . He did not know what would be his destiny but sensed it lay in Waterdeep . Possession . Aluar had recently acquired a " singing sword " , and it led him to go first to the New Olamn bard s and then to the Harpers . Among them , he befriended Vedellen Hawkhand . Activities . Aluar usually stayed at the Inn of the Dripping Dagger when in the city . He normally worked as a guide or guard to caravans that travelled to and from the North , Westgate or Amn . When in Waterdeep , Aluar frequented the inns and taverns in the Trades Ward .
Masked One The Masked One was a Red Wizard of Thay and a necromancer in 1358 DR . History . The Masked One was a powerful wizard who tried to change the interests of the School of Necromancy from the destruction of Rashemen to other goals . Due to this , he came into conflict with Zulkir Szass Tam , so he hid himself in his castle to do research . He also staged an apparent disaster in his spell laboratory , which reportedly weakened him and left him disfigured , thus becoming " the Masked One " . In truth , he was plotting how to ruin Tam . He created a spell capable of dissolving the person and subsuming the powers of anyone his most secret spell coukd envelop . He killed some Red Wizards , becoming very powerful . When , in 1358 DR , the Time of Troubles started , the Masked One saw a unique occasion to gain a god ' s power . So he began secretly hunting the avatar of Hoar . However the Overgod Ao sent Elminster Aumar to stop the Masked One .
Qanun A qanun ( qah - NOON ) was a Zakharan stringed instrument similar to the zither found elsewhere on al - Toril . Description . A " qanun " was a trapezoidal box consisting of 24 - 36 courses . Each course encompassed 3 wound strings made from gut . The strings on an extremely valuable " qanun " could be made from enchanted silk . A set of hooked rings were used to entice sound from the strings . History . The " qanun " was a larger instrument but remained fairly portable . It was a common site among the bazaars and " suqs " of the Land of Fate .
Morok Ulgren Morok Ulgren was an orc blacksmith in the Kingdom of Many - Arrows in 1484 DR . Activities . Morok was the most highly skilled orcish blacksmith in the entirety of Many - Arrows , making him the most prominent trade figure in the kingdom . He was trained by dwarf blacksmiths in Sundabar , and stood as a living testament to the growth that could come from peace between the orcs and other races . He was a staunch advocate of Obould XVII and Lorgru ' s plans for continued peace , and provided their personal guard with iron weapons and armor .
Aunrae Dhuurniv Aunrae Dhuurniv was the eldest of the Matron Sisters of House Dhuurniv involved in the Zhent invasion of Shadowdale in the Year of Risen Elfkin , 1375 DR . History . Aunrae was always the most diplomatic and administrative of the Matron sisters . It was Aunrae that first proposed the alliance with the Church of Shar to survive the fall of Maerimydra and later with the Zhentarim in order to reclaim the Twisted Tower of Ashaba . In 1375 DR , having achieved her objectives , Aunrae started to organize all the Maerimydra survivors into a great army at her service . Meanwhile she tried to create dissent between the Zhentilar and Shar rans and even approached the new Myth Drannor government . The goal of Aunrae was to start a civil war on the surface and use it to conquer all of Shadowdale for the drow , as it was in past centuries .
Mamood Kalin Mamood Kalin was a member of the Riders of Blood in 1367 DR . History . Originally from Huzuz , Mamood ' s father was accused as being a traitor to the Grand Caliph and beheaded . Mamood carried hatred for the Grand Caliph and his misuse of justice since the day of his father ' s execution . Activities . Mamood used his magical abilities on raids against caravans traveling along Dihl al - Taif . He delighted in slaying as many living targets as possible , a behavior that often riled Fasim Kaldur who believed the animals should be left alive for use or resale . Relationships . Mamood ' s brother was Ala ' i Kalin .
Veridon Veridon was a Netherese man and an arcanist . He was the ruler of the enclave of Lathery . History . Veridon elevated the city of Lathery to enclave status in 3357 NY ( −502 DR ) . Lathery fished the Narrow Sea by using its mythallar to " teleport " fish ( and anything else ) that passed under the enclave into special cold storage chambers . By 3400 NY ( −459 DR ) , Veridon had improved upon Lathery ' s fishing mythallar such that it could distinguish between certain creatures and send some to different holding tanks . In 3415 NY ( −444 DR ) , Veridon developed the spell " Veridon ' s storm " , which was then used to refrigerate the storage chambers . In 3426 NY ( −433 DR ) , the ancient white dragon Wintercloak flew under the city and found itself teleported into one of the cold storage chambers . It tore itself free and broke out into the city streets , but was confronted by Veridon and the city ' s arcanist s . Veridon and a dozen others were killed by the dragon ' s icy breath , before it was slain by the survivors . Powers . Veridon was a mage who developed a number of spells based around cold and fog . These spells , their modern names , and years they were introduced were :
Watanabe Okaji Watanabe Okaji was one of the best actors in Kozakura in 1357 DR . Activities . Watanabe was the star of the Imperial Noh Troupe of Fukama , the best noh troupe based in Fukama . Secretly , he was also a spy in service to the emperors , with ties to Konishi Ieyasu .