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Dread ring A dread ring was an enchanted area created by necromancer s with the intention of stealing the souls of the living in order to feed necromantic powers such as animating the dead or creating structures such as fortresses . People that died there fed the power of the necromancer casting the spell with their souls and would likely be raised as undead . Dread rings were most notably affiliated with the Red Wizard s of Thay under the rule of Szass Tam .
Baldur ' s Gate II : Enhanced Edition " Baldur ' s Gate II : Enhanced Edition " is a remake of the 2000 video game " " and its expansion , " " . Released in 2013 , the " Enhanced Edition " adds several hours worth of new content , along with numerous technological improvements . New features . The Enhanced Edition brought a number of additions and features .
Fulta Fulta was a halfling criminal in Phlan in 1489 DR . Activities . Fulta was a freelance criminal in Phlan with a group of her fellows acting as her guards . History . In 1489 DR , Fulta and her guards were hired by Soares to help silence an adventuring party hired to recover some stolen books but they were defeated and killed .
Delayed blast fireball Delayed blast fireball , or delayed blast fire ball was an evocation spell that was like " fireball " but could be given a timed detonation . Effect . Other than being similar to " fireball " , the damage of the spell was increased and the spell would detonate with a timed trigger . Later versions of the spell created a fiery " bead " that could be thrown and explode , sometimes in the thrower ' s hand . The post - Second Sundering version of the spell could be made even more powerful if cast by a user with more skill . Components . Only verbal and somatic components were needed for the casting . History . This spell was invented by the arcanist and Fire Warden of Netheril Noanar and called Noanar ' s delayed fireball in −2305 DR ( two years earlier than the simpler " fireball " ) .
Ripper Ripper was a fiendish displacer beast who served the drow blackguard , Zedarr T ' sarran . Description . Much larger than most displacer beast s , Ripper was as big as a dire tiger . Due to its fiendish heritage , Ripper had rust - red fur instead of the typical black . Personality . He was fiercely loyal to and well - trained by his master , Zedarr T ' sarran . Ripper would often coordinate his movements to best aid his master , especially in combat . Abilities . Alert and agile yet much bigger and stronger than others of his kind , Ripper was a fearsome specimen . Like all displacer beasts , Ripper could " displace " its form , thereby making it harder to ascertain its true location . Additionally , Ripper ' s fiendish heritage made it much more resistant to ordinary weapons , cold , fire , and even magical attacks . Furthermore , it could imbue its own attacks with power that was devastating to goodly creatures . Relationships . Ripper served his master , Zedarr T ' sarran , to the best of his ability . History . In 1372 DR , during the Silence of Lolth , Ripper traveled with Zedarr T ' sarran from Maerimydra to Szith Morcane . Upon arrival , the drow settlement was taken over by Dorina T ' sarran and Ripper was set the task of guarding Zedarr ' s quarters in House Morcane .
Fire gate Fire gate was an arcane alteration spell that allowed the caster to step into a large fire and teleport to another such fire . Effects . In order for this spell to work , there had to be at least two large fires ( a minimum of 2 to 4 ft ( 60 to 120 cm in diameter ) within range of each other . The maximum range was 50 yd ( 46 m ) per level of the caster . If more than one such fire existed within range , then the caster could choose the destination . If no suitable destination was available , the spell fizzled and the caster was left standing in the fire . If the destination was blocked by a solid object such that the caster could not exit the fire , then he or she was stranded in the Elemental Plane of Fire and had to find another way out or be rescued . " Fire gate " only transported the caster and what he or she was carrying . This spell did not provide any protection from the flames , so it was highly recommended that the caster had some form of fire protection before stepping into a " fire gate " . Components . Only verbal incantations and two large fires were required to cast this spell . History . This spell originated in Thay as part of the Red Wizard ' s repertoire . It was generally unknown outside Thay until it was published in " Volo ' s Guide to All Things Magical " and became more widely known to the magical community . It remained a rare spell , however . " Fire gate " was acquired at some point by the Halruaa n mage Daltim Flamefist . He included it in his spellbook " Daltim ' s Tome of Fire " , which he lost in Tethyr in the 1360s DR .
Arklem Greeth Arklem Greeth was a powerful lich and Archmage Arcane of the Arcane Brotherhood . History . After spending many years attempting to extend his lifespan through the aid of " Wish " spells and other powerful magics his body was eventually wracked with age . Arklem had spent much of that long life seeking the secrets of Faerûn ' s powerful magic . Plumbing the depths of far - flung lands such as Mulhorand , Thay , Zakhara and even Kara - Tur he eventually came to believe that one with such vast knowledge and power was destined to rule . After an attempted coup on his position in 1371 DR by the talented Eldeluc and Valkebar , killing Arklem ' s top lieutenant Queltar Thaeloon in the process , Arklem fled the Host Tower . During this period Nyphithys the Erinyes visited him and offered him the secrets of Lichdom in exchange for the Arcane Brotherhoods conquest of the fledgling Silver Marches . A deal which Arklem gladly agreed to . Following his transformation , a devastating coup of the Host tower with the help of his new devil ish allies began , setting Arklem back up as the undisputed master of the Arcane Botherhood and Luskan itself . Fall of the Arcane Brotherhood . In 1376 DR , Captain Deudermont rallied an army against the Host Tower of the Arcane in response to Arklem Greeth ' s funding of the piracy around Luskan . During the battle , Arklem slew Lord Brambleberry of Waterdeep and sent Drizzt Do ' Urden to the Abyss for awhile . After detonating his staff in a cataclysmic release , Arklem left the Hosttower in ruins killing thousands . The following spring Arklem resurfaced when the High Captains of Luskan united to overthrow Deudermont . Seeking revenge on the captain who destroyed his hold over Luskan , Arklem attacked the Sea Sprite . Unfortunaly Arklem was beaten in combat by Robillard , the wizard - protector of Sea Sprite . However , he was not destroyed and retreated to the graveyards of Luskan aided by mysterious allies where his beloved Valindra Shadowmantle had been returned to life as a lich .
Meera Meera was an unusual cleric of Cyric and a member of the Shadow Thieves in Velen around 1370 DR . Personality . Meera worshiped Cyric in his nonviolent aspects . She disliked violence but was okay with setting someone up for an ambush by her fellow Shadow Thieves . She would probably never become an assassin . Activities . Meera used her clerical powers and beauty to spy for the local chapter of the spies guild division of Shadow Thieves in Velen .
Djinni ' s Claws The Djinni ' s Claws were a group of islands in the Crowded Sea south of Zakhara , located to the west of the Steaming Isles and to the south of Jazayir al - Sartan . Little was known about these islands and no enlightened Zakharans settled there . These mountainous islands of dense jungle were dreaded as the home of pirates , genie s , and monsters . Geography . Four different groups of islands were usually recognized within the archipelago : Yadd al - Djinni ( " Hand of the Djinni " ) with the larger island of Kaff ( " Palm " ) next to it , al - Zira ( " the Arm " ) and the many small islands of Kalb Bahriy Sahr ( " Shark Reef " ) .
Quwen Lord Quwen was the ruler of Ormath in the Shining Plains in 1370 DR . Activities . Quwen often led the city ' s patrols outside the walls of the city in order to clear the road of bandits . In 1370 DR , he was concerned by reports of lizardfolk activities in the Winterwood ; none of the squads he had sent were heard from again . Personality . Quwen was a true warrior at heart .
Tamara Tamara ( pronounced " Tuh - MAH - ruh " ) was the neutral good dragon goddess of life , light , mercy , and forgiveness . She was the consort of Lendys , and was commonly worshiped alongside him and Bahamut , who in some traditions was considered to be their son . Description . In her natural form , Tamara was a huge , wingless platinum dragon with burnished scales , slightly smaller than Lendys . She radiated a comfortable aura of warmth and love , her eyes shining with the brightness of the sun itself . Realm . Tamara had a lair in the plane of Elysium . Personality . Tamara was the kindest and most benevolent of the draconic deities . Some mistook that for weakness , though such beings didn ' t survived to make that error twice . As consort of Lendys , she always strived to temper his hard - edged justice with a sense of forgiveness . Worshipers . Tamara was worshiped mostly by brass and copper dragon s , although many lawful good dragons of other species worshiped her as a consort of Lendys . Tamara ' s faith had a reputation of peaceful and merciful , but her worshipers didn ' t hesitated to stand against evil or tyranny if they needed to . Clergy . Tamara ' s clerics were healers , but also deliverers of death to those who tried to escape it . They sought out to destroy undead across the lands , particularly draconic undead . Temples . Tamara ' s temples were also hospitals or hospices where the sick or injured were welcomed . Terminally ill dragons were cared for with dignity and respect . When dragons died in one of Tamara ' s temples , their passing was greeted in a positive light , as a merciful way to escape from the hardships of life . Dogma . The preservation of life and happiness was all to Tamara . She believed in mercy , both in life and death , and as such she didn ' t only healed the sick and tended the injured , but also delivered a merciful end to those dragons nearing the end of their natural lives . She detested fiercely those who artificially prolonged the life of a dragon , even more when it was against the dragon ' s will . Some of his dragon adepts followed the " Ptarian Code " , a draconic code of honor created by the gold dragon Ptaris in the ancient past . Originally intended as a guide to conduct for the lords who attended the King of Justice , the " Ptarian Code " eventually was adopted by many gold and silver dragons . The " Ptarian Code " was similar to the codes of chivalry adopted by knightly orders of humanity . It included paying homage to Tamara , as well to the draconic deities Bahamut and Lendys . The major precepts were :
Surthay Surthay is the name of a region , or tharch , of Thay and the name this region ' s capital city . Surthay . The capital lies outside of the enchantments that manage the climate in central Thay so the weather is colder and rainier than in the central regions of Thay . The town is set at Lake Mulsantir . It is a very crude place with rutted dung - littered streets , simple wooden houses and thatch - roofed shacks . Government . The tharch Surthay is currently ruled by tharchion Homen Odesseiron .
Belargh Thulin Belargh Thulin was a male wizard who was one of the magelord s of Athalantar and was killed by Elminster Aumar early in his insurrection . Personality . He was a minor magelord , known for devoting his time to romancing all women who came within range of his eye ( and his magical compulsions ) in rural Ambletrees . History . He was killed by Elminster in 234 DR when he , in the feminine form of Elmara , escaped from Athalantar .
Thulbanian Games The Thulbanian Games was a grand athletic competition that took place in Chessenta . Organization . They were held every two years on the Fields of Pryollus at the foot of Mount Thulbane in Threskel . They lasted for one week and during this time , all wars in Chessenta were put on hold . Their purpose was to discover the very best athlete s of Chessenta . Winners were considered heroes in their home cities , and even slaves were treated like nobility if they did well . History . King Theris of Mourktar held his own games on the site in the Year of the Prince , 1357 DR in order to choose his successor . The attempt failed , however . After the dragon s Alasklerbanbastos and Jaxanaedegor took over Threskel in the Year of the Sword , 1365 DR , the Games remained on hold . By 1374 DR , organizers were considering relocating the games well out of Jaxanaedegor ' s domain . Events . In keeping with traditional Chessentan sports , all the competitions were individual events , not team sports . Popular events were chariot - racing over an obstacle course , running , long jumping , throwing javelin s and discus es , and boxing , but the most popular were wrestling and pankration . All athletes competed nude . Evening entertainment consisted of big feasts and poets and theater troupes performing for the crowds .
Rydah Rydah the Storm Soother was the high priestess of Umberlee in Mulmaster . Personality . Rydah was a cunning and cool - headed individual . Despite not being violent herself , she believed that the last resort was should always be violence . With that method , she protected herself and Umberlee ' s position in the city . History . Rydah rose through the ranks of the local Church of Umberlee with a combination of politics and force . At last , she killed the previous high priest in a duel on the docks . In 1491 DR , she was concerned by Drayson Fivestars ' s preaching to devotees of her church . She hoped to find someone to stop him .
Fountains of Memory The Fountains of Memory were a mysterious source of water that permitted one to see inside pieces of the history selected by the observer . Description . Originally , they were a series of pools located somewhere in the Northdark . After the Spellplague , the pools were destroyed but the springs that fed the pools remained . They mingled with ordinary springs , so the waters were not as powerful as before . History . Originally the Fountains of Memory were a sacred place for deep gnome s , who jealously kept the secret of their location . Once in 1379 DR , it was permitted to Q ' arlynd Melarn to use them , thanks to his friendship with Flinderspeld . After the Spellplague , the Fountains were altered . The shadovar managed to claim them and relocated them to their secret village for captured Chosen in the Lost Peaks . In 1486 DR , Farideh often used it . It was presumed destroyed in the fall of the village .
Purple Hills Cider Purple Hills Cider was an alcoholic cider made from a combination of apples , cherries , , plums , , and other fruits from the Purple Hills region . It had the kick of a strong wine with a fruity flavor . Purple Hills Cider was produced by the Kraljaom Distillery in Myratma . It was sold there and by Aurora ' s Emporium .
Quell Quell are ghostly undead creatures that despise the concept of life and the connection the living have to the gods . In essence , they hate the act of worship and the very presence of a quell can isolate a worshiper from the touch of their god . This power is called " intercession " . A quell can lash out at a divine spellcaster of any deity and prevent him or her from using their power . Several quell can work together to " intercede " against even high - level clerics . Because of their unique abilities , quell are often used by necromancers to protect themselves from divine powers . As creatures of death and darkness , quell are powerless in daylight and will try and flee from it .
Wondrous Mamluk Society The Wondrous Mamluk Society , also known as the Wondrous , was a military organization in Zakhara . Activities . This wealthy group of mamluk s served the Padisha of Afyal . Since the padisha did not want to risk these troops unnecessarily , they were typically used as palace guards or bodyguards during parades . Organization . The Wondrous were led by Akima Abd al - Garib . Base of Operations . The Wondrous were based on the island of Afyal .
Oriphaun McMaren Oriphaun McMaren was a Chondathan human swordsage in the city of Procampur in the Vast . He was a practitioner of blade magic and led an order of crusader s based at a sword - temple in Procampur . They were usually engaged in providing security at major events and noble galas , as well as guarding visiting dignitaries .
Lorhanna Lorhanna was a priest of Tempus of Yulash . Activities . Lorhanna took care of the shrine to Tempus in the Red Plumes accampanent in Yulash . History . Lorhanna was exiled from Hillsfar by Torin Nomerthal because disagreed use of non - human s in the arena . During the Rage of Demons in 1491 DR during the visit of Torin Nomerthal to the city Lorhanna possibly joined an adventuring party hired by Elanil Elassidil to tried to remove from power the First Lord . She spoke to gain the support of the soldiers . Personality . Lorhanna believed dishonorable forced untrained warrior to fight to the death for the amusement of others .
Highharvestide Highharvestide was an annual festival in the Calendar of Harptos , taking place between 30 Eleint and 1 Marpenoth . It was traditionally a feast to celebrate the harvest and the abundance of food , but also the time when those wishing to travel left on their journeys before winter set in . Preparations for the feast started as early as a tenday before , while preparing , cooking , and preserving the harvest for the cold winter months . Traditions varied from community to community , but examples of festive activity included food - related contests ; races and challenges of skill and strength ; receiving homemade sweets from the local clergy ; and priests blessing larders , wine cellars , grain bins , and food preserves . This day was often an important anniversary to various governments . Often , taxes and tithes came due , rulers held " open courts " to hear the concerns of their citizens , oaths were publicly renewed , troops received marching orders to new duty stations , and guilds met to confer on prices and rate changes for goods and services . According to tradition , dwarves only drank water and elves drank only dew on this day . However , these traditions began to fade in the and . It was said that children born on this day were favored by Tymora to have lifelong good luck but be smitten with wanderlust . Another legend was that human females born on this day had control over their reproductive system ( " i . e . " , got pregnant only when they wanted to ) by force of will alone , and that they could instantly sense when they had been poison ed , either by ingestion or being bitten by a venomous creature for example .
Elestra Blaebur Elestra Blaebur was a popular singer , dancer and all - around performer at the Masked Merfolk in Marsember . Description . Blaebur had an extremely sultry voice . Activities . The bard operated as an agent of the Harpers within the city relaying communiques with Harper messengers and the likes of the War Wizards . She also made a good living relaying other messages on the side to wealthy pirates who wish to remain hidden from authorities .
Veteran Guild of Ravens Bluff The Veteran Guild of Ravens Bluff was a mercenary company based in Ravens Bluff and also active in the Sea of Fallen Stars and the Vast around 1358 DR . Organization . As well as infantry , cavalry , archers , and wizards , they also had a unit of priests and even a musical unit composed of ten bards to improve morale . Contracts . They preferred work for governments or merchants , usually defeating pirates . They charged 1 gold piece per day for each member for their services . History . The Society had by 1358 DR been recently founded by Giovanni the Drake , who ' d gathered many veterans of the Horde Wars living around Ravens Bluff .
Awen Awen was a doomguide in Neverwinter . History . During an inspection to the city graveyard , Awen died at the hands of Red Wizard minions but rose as ghost , not acknowledging her death . Later , an adventurer was sent to cleanse the graveyard and helped her to achieve peace .
Serpent Valley The Serpent Valley was a river valley lying east of Doegan in the Utter East . Description . A tortuously winding river snaked through the Serpent Valley , deep amidst the untamed hills . All around , the land was marshy or swampy , leaving islands and patches of firmer ground within the loops of the river . The land was green and fertile . Inhabitants . Here , beefy , club - wielding troll s stood their ground and giant snapping turtle s lurked in the river . Roc s also made their great nests by the water . Some bandits and hardy folk lived in the Serpent Valley , building pleasant - looking thatched roof cottages and farms , but life was rigorous and desperate , with mere survival the top priority . Reputation . The Serpent Valley was known as a hard and fearsome place , where bandits laired , the most enduring survivalists made their homes , and only the bravest dared trespass . The river was thought dark and mysterious . History . During the time of the Bloodforge Wars ( 648 – 657 DR ) , the Serpent Valley was the site of bloodforge battles waged between Rathgar the Raider , conqueror of Doegan , and Aelric the Avenger , who sought to liberate the realm , in the Howl of Vengeance conflict . Later , the Serpent Valley was the hideout and mustering area of the infamous brigand and bloodforge mage Wenda Wildeye . The commander of the Legendary Campaign came to put an end to the banditry . Haden Stonehand made a home in the Serpent Valley . The commander of the Legendary Campaign , who aimed to unify the Utter East through conquest , returned to challenge Haden in a contest of bloodforge warfare . Finally , Newt Longscar mustered and trained a bloodforge army in the Serpent Valley to fight against the advancing commander of the Legendary Campaign . The commander tried to strike first before Newt was fully prepared and established .
Bjami Tengervaald Bjami Tengervaald was an old shaman in Icewind Dale in 1485 DR . History . Bjami was born into the Tribe of the Bear . He was always the true leader of the tribe , governing from behind Hing Gunvald Barrundson . He ably manipulated virtually all influential men of the tribe to do his will but made it appear that his most popular ideas were Gunvald ' s own . All this changed in 1485 DR when Hedrun Arnsfirth become the Chosen of Auril . Bjami , who had always been the Frostmaiden ' s follower , become ecstatic , seeing this as a sign of the coming of a new great age for all Reghedmen , under his and Hedrun ' s leadership . Thanks to some black ice , Bjami convinced Gunvald to ally with Hedrun in order to gain part of the spoils of war . He also moved the tribe ' s camp to near Hedrun ' s hideout in the Reghed Glacier . On Eleint 24 , Bjami led an attack of Hedrun ' s army against Elk warriors , killing or capturing many of them .
Zeld Mizzrym Zeld Mizzrym was a drow priestess of House Mizzrym in Menzoberranzan . History . Around 1361 DR , Zeld was a Mizzrym priestess and an instructor at Arach - Tinilith . She was in charge of teaching first - year students and was the first person to notice the rivalry between Shakti Hunzrin and Liriel Baenre .