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Dragon magazine 202 " Dragon " issue 202 was released in February of 1994 . It contained the following articles related to the Forgotten Realms : Magic to a Different Beat . This article features unusual musical instruments for bard s to use . Elminster ' s Notebook : Mystery of the Plains . In this article Elminster reports a mysteriously clean , but seemingly non - magic al sword stuck in the ground in Mulhorand with many old remains of dead demihuman s about it . Campaign Journal : Arabian Adventures Galore ! This article presents ideas how to use different Al - Qadim characters in campaigns centering around exploration and trade ( within and beyond Zakhara ) , war , intrigue , honour and genie s .
Shield of Myth Drannor The Shield of Myth Drannor was a company from Myth Drannor appointed to the watchpost at Helmgrove in order to serve as an early threat to the invading demonic horde in the Fall of Myth Drannor . History . The entire company was destroyed by the horde .
Cantoule Cantoule was a male human monk and a member of the Disciples of St . Sollars the Twice - Martyred at the Monastery of the Yellow Rose in the 14th century DR . He was the head of the monastery , holding the rank of Grand Master of Flowers . History . Cantoule was born " circa " 1319 DR . In the Year of the Serpent , 1359 DR , Grand Master Poke died suddenly . This necessitated that Kane , a Master of Spring and next - in - line for the position of Grand Master , hurry back to the monastery and manage affairs until a new Grand Master could be trained and selected . However , Kane declined to hold the position for any length of time . After Kane , the next in line was a man named Temmenische , who was 95 years old , so he was hardly a practical choice . Although Cantoule was not in line for the position of Grand Master of Flowers , was not an obvious choice , and aged about 40 was considered rather too young , Kane and Temmenische decided he would be the most suitable successor . Thus , Cantoule was pressed into the position of Grand Master of Flowers , and Kane and Temmenische put Cantoule through accelerated training in advanced techniques to prepare him for the post . As Grand Master , Cantoule continued his lessons while managing the Monastery of the Yellow Rose , a task for which he appeared quite capable . Since he took over in 1359 DR , the monastery enjoyed peaceful times and affairs proceeded smoothly with well - worn tradition . However , the first test of his leadership would be a vital one : deciding which of the would - be kings of Damara the monastery should throw its support behind . Cantoule appeared to favor the heroic Gareth Dragonsbane , an adventuring companion of Kane . This would greatly strengthen Gareth ' s case . Thus Gareth invited Grand Master Cantoule to visit him in Bloodstone Village . Gareth became king later in 1359 DR . In the Year of Rogue Dragons , 1373 DR , on Mirtul 25 , the Monastery of the Yellow Rose was besieged by a flight of maddened chromatic dragon s . sent by Sammaster to prevent anyone from finding lore pertaining to the Rage of Dragons sweeping across Faerûn at the time . Cantoule led the defenders against this threat , aided by the hunters Dorn Graybrook and Raryn Snowstealer , the copper dragon Chatulio , and the song dragon Kara . The siege lasted for several days , before metallic dragon s departed their refuge in the Galena Mountains and routed the chromatic dragons on Flamerule 11 . The monastery community was nearly destroyed in the battle . Description . By 1373 DR , Cantoule appeared as an aging , thin , bronze - skinned man . He wore gray vestments , like all monk s of the Yellow Rose , a red skullcap , and a yellow rose - embroidered sash . Activities . Cantoule freely welcomed visitors to the monastery , and if they seemed good of heart , he might even grant a private audience if desired . He took an active role in many important events that occurred in the southern Earthspur Mountains where the monastery was situated .
Ondrath Everwood Ondrath Everwood was a best " tracker " among the War Wizards of Cormyr . History . In 1480 DR , Manshoon decided he needed him in order to uncover the killer inside Castle Irlingstar . Therefore , thanks to a distraction provided by some eyeball s , Manshoon managed to dominate Everwood ' s mind and send him on the hunt . However , his first duty for Manshoon was to eliminate the War Wizard Malver Tulbard , who was investigating Sraunter . He tried to kill Malver at Gocklin ' s dining place , but the intervention of Lord Tauntshaw saved Malver ' s life . Later , Manshoon decided to use Ondrath as his main body . However , Ondrath died when Elminster Aumar , after regaining his true body , destroyed Manshoon for the final time .
Hamstrung Giant The Hamstrung Giant was an inn and tavern in Eshpurta . It was located in the southern part of the city where many of the artists , musicians , and sculptors lived , but the clientele was an equal mix of artists , soldiers , and merchants . The Hamstrung Giant had a friendly atmosphere and good food and ale , moderately priced . The Hamstrung Giant was located two doors south of Major Cargunn ' s Military and Equipment Shoppe and a short walk north and across the street from Bhamm ' s Herbs .
Shadow conjuration Shadow conjuration , also known as shadow monsters , was an illusion spell that created semi - real duplicates of lesser conjuration spells . Effect . The spell drew energy from the Plane of Shadow in order to create a semi - real duplicate of any conjuration spell of lesser power from the subschools of summoning or creation . If the victim recognized the illusion , the shadow energy was a lot less effective than the duplicated spell . It was always less effective on objects as objects couldn ' t believe in the first place . The spell also had a greater version that allowed the duplication of stronger spells and was more powerful , even when seen through as an illusion . An even stronger version of the spell was the " shades " spell . Components . " Shadow conjuration " used verbal and somatic components only .
Harried in Hillsfar Harried in Hillsfar , designed by Shawn Merwin , is an adventure module set in the " Forgotten Realms " using the " Dungeons & Dragons " 5th edition ruleset . It focuses on Hillsfar , the village of Elventree s , and the Cormanthor forest . Summary . The adventure starts off as adventurers stumble across a madman on the Moonsea Ride , just south of Hillsfar . His ravings prophesy strange occurrences around the city and the Cormanthor forest . Upon investigating the sites mentioned , the adventurers encounter demon ic goats , a diseased drow , a disputed spring , an old outpost of House Dlardrageth , and a neglected church of Waukeen .
The Bright Sleeve The Bright Sleeve was an award bestowed by the city of Waterdeep on individuals for acts of bravery above the call of duty . Description . The award was a sleeve made out of cloth of gold embroidered with the name of the recipient . The sleeve had pins which resembled laurel leaves . The end of the sleeve resembled flames .
Way of the Manticore The Way of the Manticore was a long road that connected the nations of Cormyr and Sembia . The westernmost point of the Way of the Manticore was located at the town of Hilp , where it met Calantar ' s Way . The easternmost part of the Way of the Manticore was the city of Selgaunt in Sembia . Route . From west to east , the Way of the Manticore ran through :
Lopango Lopango , also known as the Land of Fire , was a land on the southern end of Maztica . It was covered in forest or jungle and high mountains . Some maps depicted archers with longbow s there . Places in Lopango included Pichu Umu , Apu Roca , and Mt . Cuzcalac . History . Lopango was once part of Merrouroboros , the ancient super - continent that eventually broke up into Faerûn , Kara - Tur , Maztica , and Zakhara . Lopango was known for its active volcanoes around the time of the height of the Batrachi empire , " circa " – 31 , 500 DR in the Days of Thunder . Appendix . Background . Lopango is a land that has only been mentioned on maps of Maztica in the " Maztica Campaign Set " . Almost nothing is known about it , but based on its place names , fans have speculated that it is similar to the culture of .
Malanthor Drymm Malanthor Drymm was a male wizard who was one of the magelord s of Athalantar and was killed in Elminster Aumar ' s insurrection . History . He was an arrogant and very self - confident magelord . He was one of the magelords forcibly summoned to the spell - battle in 240 DR in Ithboltar ' s tower in Athalgard and died there .
Ilimitar Ilimitar was an elven Royal Archmage in Cormanthyr at the time that Elminster Aumar was nominated Armathor . History . When he was young , Ilimitar was an apprentice of the Srinshee . Later , he became one of the two Supreme Court Wizards in the service of Coronal Eltargrim . However , when Elminster was nominated armathor by the coronal , an insult in his eyes , Ilimitar considered his old master a traitor and tried to kill the Srinshee but after a fierce battle she defeated him .
Undeath after death Undeath after death was a divine magic spell available to priests of Bane , the Black Lord . It brought back a dying or recently dead creature as an intelligent undead with memories and personality intact . This spell was a jealously guarded secret in the upper echelons of the church of Bane and was only used on Banite faithful . After Bane ' s supposed death in the Year of Shadows , 1358 DR , Cyric granted spells to Banite priests for a decade , so it was possible this spell could be found within the church of Cyric . Effects . This spell took a full ten minutes to cast and the cleric had to touch the body of the recipient in order to cast the spell . " Undeath after death " had to be cast as the recipient was dying or within minutes of death . If too much time passed before casting this spell , it created a mindless zombie in the same manner as " animate dead " . The form of the undead created depended on the level of achievement of the recipient . Low level faithful were brought back as ghoul s while higher ranking worshipers came back as ghast s , juju zombie s , wight s , mummies , or vampire s . Only vampires and possibly mummies were able to use skills , abilities , and spells from their former life . " Undeah after death " was dangerous for the caster if the target was of higher rank . In this case , the caster had to resist death itself or die at the end of the casting . This sacrifice did not affect the outcome of the spell . Components . In addition to verbal and somatic components , this spell required a heart made out of obsidian which bore an engraving of the recipient ' s name and the black hand symbol of Bane . This object was smashed to pieces as part of the ritual .
Petralisks The Petralisks , or the Gazers , was a military organization within the Sevenfold Mazework of the Great Dismal Delve . Organization . 1 , 500 dao cavalry using greater basilisks for mounts made up the Petralisks . Activities . This unit was poorly trained but maintained high morale , perhaps because of the devastating power their mounts had over most corporeal enemies . They were slow to react and maneuver against enemies made from earth and stone . Base of Operations . The Sevenfold Mazework within the Great Dismal Delve served as base of all dao military organizations .
Kira Kira was an elven wizard in Daggerford around 1370 DR . History . Kira was the great - granddaughter of Elorfindar Floshin and had both sun elf and wood elf blood in her veins . She was a talented member of Maelwyn ' s adventuring party , saving the group on many occasions .
Hgraam Hgraam was the leader of the stone giant s of Gracklstugh and a cleric of Skoraeus Stonebones in 1370 DR . and 1372 Personality . Hgraam was a capable leader for his people , known for his intelligence , diplomatic skills , and martial prowess . However , he was strict and demanding , but never cruel and his word was his bond . He did not much like the Council of Savants , and nor did they like him . Hgraam despised the new ruler Horgar Steelshadow for his enormous ambition and the rumors of his involvement in the death of King Tarngardt History . In his youth Hgraam went to mystical library of Gravenhollow Hgraam served both as chief and shaman of the Clan Clairngorm in Gracklstugh . He was still in activity during the Rage of Demons and he sensed that some great evil had broken into the Underdark . but wasn ‘ t aware of the threat ' s danger or extent . Relationship . In time of the Rage of Demons he had some apprentice , among them Dorhun and Rihuud
Sargasso Sargasso was an arcane alteration spell that temporarily created a patch of dense seaweed near the surface of a body of water that could impede the movement of ships and swimming creatures . Effects . This spell could be cast at least 90 yd ( 82 m ) away , covered an area of at least 90 ft ( 8 . 4 m ) and lasted at least 45 minutes . Range , area , and duration could all be increased by more experienced casters . When cast , the region filled up with thick seaweed that slowed the progress of ships and sailing vessels that had at least half of their hull inside the affected area . Oar - powered boats were slowed even more than sailing vessels . If the speed of the vessel was reduced to zero , then the ship was " entangle d " and could not leave the area for the duration of the spell . Creatures swimming in the affected area were also slowed with possible entanglement and entrapment below the surface . Components . In addition to verbal and somatic components , this spell required the caster to have a small amount of seaweed and a few live brine shrimp , which were tossed into the water as part of the spell . History . This spell was associated with the pirates that roamed the Sea of Fallen Stars .
Exorcessum Exorcessum was a greatsword created by gods outside of Toril wielded by the deva Demascus . It had magic runes on each side which allowed Demascus to call magical abilities . The runes on one side were red and contained martial abilities while the runes on the other side were white and cast beneficial magic . The sword had multiple configurations and could be split to form two long swords . The final configuration was said to blaze as hot as a star with the capability of incinerating a god .
Sinnafain Sinnafain ( also spelled Sinnafein ) was an elf in the Moonwood who married the drow renegade Tos ' un Armgo . She was also the leader of the elves of the Moonwood . Personality . As leader of the elves of the Moonwood , Sinnafain was sympathetic to groups ( such as Casin Cu Calas ) that killed or harassed orc s in protest of the Kingdom of Many - Arrows . She often pardoned these vigilantes . History . In Sinnafain ' s first encounter with her future husband , Tos ' un Armgo , his sword , " Khazid ' hea " , persuaded him to attack her , but he refrained from hurting or killing her . The two later married and had two children , Teirflin and Doum ' wielle Armgo , while living in the Moonwood . At some point , Tos ' un started a " contest " between his children for one of them to win possession of " Khazid ' hea " . Doum ' wielle won and killed her brother in 1484 DR after he attempted to take it from her . She fled and her parents followed . Along the way , they were pursued by orcs . Tos ' un , apparently having reverted to his old ways , slashed Sinnafain ' s legs and left her for dead . However , instead of killing her , the orcs captured her and Lorgru traded her back to the Moonwood for political clout . Relationships . Sinnafain was married to Tos ' un Armgo for decades . She had two children with him : Teirflin and Doum ' wielle Armgo . Teirflin was killed by Doum ' wielle just prior to Tos ' un slashing Sinnafain ' s legs and joining Doum ' wielle in her journey to the Underdark .
Ulmrin Ulmrin was a rare half - orc fighter from Waterdeep in 1372 DR . Personality . Ulmrin loved to fight . He was loyal only to himself and well known for his cruelty , cowardice , and self - centeredness . History . Ulmrin was a rare half - orc of Waterdevhian origin . For a long time , he worked as a sellsword for adventuring parties but finally his bad reputation grew too much for him to continue in that line of work . Thus Ulmrin joined the Bull Elk tribe criminal gang .
Telbran Nelarn Telbran Nelarn was a sorcerer in Waterdeep in 1372 DR . Personality . Telbran was a quiet man . He saw Waterdeep as a garden , and his actions against evildoers as that of a weeder tending the garden . Abilities . Telbran was a sorcerer of tremendous power . He could read and write many languages and knew more lore about Faerûn than most sages ever learned . Activities . By 1372 DR , Telbran lived quietly , usually under the alias of the book collector Hurlblar Corthyn . History . Telbran was born in the days of ancient Netheril . He was working as a scullery knave in the kitchens of the Netherese scholar Ensul Thruin , when a rival of his master destroyed the tower and his sorcerous powers were activated . He fled with a stolen tome containing the spell " Ensul ' s soultheft " , which he used to survive . Afterward , he adopted the life of a traveling trader , using this spell to kill foes or prolong his life . In time , Telbran decided to only target with his spell evil spellcasters whom he viewed as preying on others . Finally , Telbran arrived in Waterdeep , which he soon came to love , and so he decided to live there . With some stolen souls and the goods of a few merchants and smugglers , Telbran amassed a fortune , cultivating the image of a generous and wealthy man . A change in his life occurred when he met Salarma Meldart , a dressmaker from Athkatla . He fell in love with her and married her under the name of Raeraeth Cragsmere . With Salarma , Telbran raised a family , which Telbran financed with the money of his victims . When Salarma died of old age , he faked his own death , but continued to oversee his descendants until the Cragsmere s became one of Waterdeep ' s noble houses .
Funada Toragi Funada Toragi was a kuei in Nakamaru around 1357 DR . History . In life , Toragi was the brother of Funada Kazuo , the father of Funada Mitsuhide and Funada Toyoo . He was falsely accused by Kazuo of a plot against the shogun and executed . In truth , he had agreed to serve the Goshukara clan . However , he rose as kuei in order to prove his innocence . Personality . Toragi wanted desperately to have a body again in order to prove his innocence .
Titan Titans are the largest of the giant race , standing even taller than cloud or storm giant s . Perchance they interact with other giants , they are ranked highest on the Ordning , above all other giants , giant - kin , and ogre s . They should not be mistaken with the Dawn Titans , or primordial s ( although the punishment for arrogance that lead to the creation of the Sea of Fallen Stars may very well be a confusion between the titans and the Dawn Titans ) . Combat . Titans typically wield a huge warhammer but also carry javelin s to throw . Although they aren ' t mages , Titans have numerous spell - like abilities such as holy smite , meteor swarm , and chain lightning . Subspecies . Death titan • Earth titan • Eldritch titan • Fire titan • Frost titan • Stone titan • Storm titan
Well of the Cloven Rock The Well of the Cloven Rock was a popular well and oasis in Anauroch . Geography . The oasis was located in the Hills of Scent in the Sword , about 60 miles ( 97 kilometers ) east of Elah ' zad . The oasis consisted of a large , crescent - shaped lake , surrounded by many varieties of trees , within a grass - filled , bowl - shaped valley in the hills . The lake was fed by a powerful spring that gushed form from a cleft in a large rock in the center of the meadow . At the end of the meadow , the lake drained into a tiny stream that circled the perimeter of the valley . A well was also here , from before the spring burst forth . Flora and Fauna . Lion s roamed the area and lived near the oasis when not hunting in the Hills of Scent . Inhabitants . The oasis and well were popular among the Bedine tribes . When they encamped here , they always drove away the lions and then posted pairs of guards armed with spear s , bow s , and sword s to keep the tribe safe .
Upsen Downs Upsen Downs was a dwarven song and the name of the subject of the song : a mythical dwarven utopian town in a deep mine . Once the many formal verses had been sung , it was customary to improvise further verses , where each singer would take a turn to state their own wants from the imaginary town .
Muluk Muluk , located on the mouth of Al - Zalim River , was one of the Free Cities of Zakhara . Renowned as a trading city , Muluk specialized in many goods including regal purple dye . Its established unbroken line of rulers gave it the name " City of Kings " . It was located between the cities of Umara to the south and Qadib to the north . Inhabitants . Muluk was the base for the Respected Mamluk Society .
Oboo An oboo " ( pl . oboos ) " was an altar to the gods of sky and earth that could be found on the steppes of the Hordelands . Description . Oboos were always constructed on the tops of hills . Usually the tallest hill was selected for the site of an oboo , but a smaller hill that was the location of a great military victory could also be selected . Oboos varied in their appearance . A simple stack of stones could serve as an oboo , or carefully selected stones could be arranged into a specific pattern to represent an oboo . The vast majority of stones used for oboos were not marred with hand carvings or drawings . History . The presence of an oboo transformed a hill into a holy site , used by shaman s and lamas of the nomads of the steppe . Sites with oboos were used for special ceremonies or to cast communal spells . An oboo increased the power of these spells . Since oboos were sacred sites , even an oboo used by a sworn enemy was usually left alone because the nomads feared risking the wrath of the gods .
Ologhyn Ologhyn of Voonlar was a wizard and a member of the Zhentarim . He served as a mageling to Ruatheene and was based in a Zhentilar camp in the valley of Arntethyl by the river Tesh . Ologhyn was known for his collection of rare and strange wands .
Erve Erve was a priest of Jergal in the Moonsea . History . During the Rage of Demons , Erve went to an abandoned temple of Waukeen to take an inventory of the dead buried in the church ' s graveyard and crypt . However , some of the builders of the temple were secretly cultists of Graz ' zt and their leader , by now a shadow demon , possessed Erve . Under demonic possession , Erve re - opened the temple as a sanctuary to Graz ' zt . At last an adventuring party found and defeated the demon . Around 1492 DR Erve joined the army that tried to free Phlan from the Vorgansharax . Relationship . Erve had dealings with the Order of the Gauntlet .
Legends of Baldur ' s Gate 1 Legends of Baldur ' s Gate is a comic published by set in the " Forgotten Realms " . It is a part of the Tyranny of Dragons storyline . It is written by Jim Zub , drawn by Max Dunbar , and edited by John Barber .
Semlithol Semlithol was a city in Semphar . Description . Located on the coast of the Gbor Nor , Semlithol was a small town in Semphar noted for its orchards , pleasant breezes , and fresh water . Because of these factors , the town was used primarily as a summer retreat for the nobles of Semphar . Most businesses and people in Semlithol made their money by catering to the wealthy in various ways . Appendix . Note . While listed as Semlithal on maps , The Horde campaign book listed the town ' s name as Semlithol .