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Reveal magic Reveal magic makes the hidden auras of magic visible , much like the spell " detect magic " . Unlike " detect magic " , this spell causes all magic in the effected area to glow for all to see , not just the caster . Reveal magic is an uncommon spell in the Realms . Effect . When cast over an area , this spell causes all magical radiations to glow with a bright light about equal to torch light . The caster can effect a radius of several feet around them , depending on their skill level with magic . Intensity and type of magic cannot be determined . History . Dagsumn of Waterdeep created the most common version of this spell . Dagsumn sold the spell to the Watchful Order of Magists and Protectors for guild membership and a large amount of gold . Dagsumn would freely sell a copy of the spell to anyone for five hundred gold coins . Realmslore . " Reveal magic " is known to the drow , though the drow version requires the material component of a pinch of yellow powder . " Reveal magic " is known to the elves and requires a somatic component of a small , subtle hand gesture or a flick of the caster ' s fingers . A soft , blue glow will then show any magic at work .
Maztica trilogy The Maztica trilogy is a series of books set in the " Forgotten Realms " on the continent of Maztica at the time of its " discovery " by Cordell of Amn . The trilogy was written by Douglas Niles . The main character is Erixitl , a priestess of Qotal and former slave .
Geldenstag ' s Rest Geldenstag ' s Rest was one of the oldest inn s in Bryn Shander . Location . The inn was located close to Bryn Shander ' s East Gate . Interior . Atmosphere . The proprietor , Myrtle , was known to constantly ask her customers about what they were up to each day . Services . The inn ' s accommodations were lackluster , with small rooms and minimal , dirty , furnishing . However , due to Myrtle ' s constant questioning , people who had something to hide often avoided the inn . For that reason , the place was popular among travelers who wished to avoid too much excitement .
Stag at Bay The Stag at Bay was a tavern located near the Silver Moon Gate within Everlund . Patronage . The Stag tended to the needs of hunters and travelers of the region , as it provided them with a meeting area where they could boast about their adventures in the Savage Frontier . History . The tavern was named after the tapestry of an elven hunt that hung on the wall .
Dragon magazine 218 " Dragon " issue 218 was released in June of 1995 . It contained the following articles related to the Forgotten Realms : First Quest : Play with Me , She Breathed . Ed Greenwood ' s early love for role - playing games , without and within the Forgotten Realms . Dragon Intrigues . What dragon s can do when working from behind the scenes . Magic Resistance , Step by Step . How to apply the concept of magic resistance . The Ecology of the Bird Maiden . A detailed look at the bird maiden , a Zakhara n relative of the swanmay .
Thunderwave Thunderwave is a spell of low complexity learned by many wizard s . An evocation spell , " thunderwave " creates a blast of sonic energy that can cause bodily harm to any enemies within an area of fifteen feet of the spell , in addition to pushing them backwards , away from the blast zone . The distance a creature caught in the blast is pushed depends upon the caster ' s degree of self - control and perception . The spell dissipates almost instantaneously , but can be recast as many times as the wizard feels fit .
Basidia Basidia was the new myconid leader of the Neverlight Grove during the Rage of Demons . History . Two years before , Basidia undertook a migration of its colony through the Underdark until they arrived in the Neverlight Grove , where fellow sovereign Phylo welcomed it , happy to have someone to share the burdens of leadership with . During the Rage of Demons , the demon lord Zuggtmoy arrived in the Grove and she understood that the best strategy was to first corrupt Phylo and so gain control of the whole myconid community . Phylo was easily corrupted and so began a subtle ideological war during everyday melding to convert all the circle leaders to Zuggtmoy . Step by step , most of the myconids succumbed to madness , and only Basidia and its followers resisted . Basidia asked for the help of a party of adventurers ( who had escaped from drow slavers of Velkynvelve ) to investigate Phylo . Thank to the adventurers , Basidia , Rasharoo , Loobamub , and their followers abandoned the Grove before it was too late . Later , Basidia discovered that Zuggtmoy intended to " marry " Araumycos and contacted the adventurers , who now led an expedition hired by Bruenor Battlehammer to stop the demon lords , asking their help to stop the demonic marriage . With Basidia ' s help , the adventurers managed to make contact with the mind of Araumycos and helped it fight back against Zuggtmoy . Afterward , the demon lord Juiblex , who had recently arrived to steal the Queen of Fungi ' s prize , destroyed the physical manifestation of Zuggtmoy on Toril . Without the fungal demon lord , Basidia went back to the Neverlight Grove to clean the place and rebuild . Personality . Basidia did not understand what had happened to Phylo and the meaning of its reforms of the grove , but sensed that they were the fruit of evil ways . It feared that Phylo had contracted some sort of " diseased spore . " Relationship . Since its arrival , Basidia was best friends with Phylo until the arrival of Zuggtmoy .
Ultroloth Ulthroloths were the strange , enigmatic rulers of the yugoloths . These creatures held sway over their underlings by the force of their will and their reputation for cruelty . These ruling yugoloths appeared as faceless humanoids with large eyes that resembled fire opal s . They had dark gray skin and typically wore flowing capes or cloaks . They communicated using telepathy . Combat . Ultroloths , though evil , were cerebral and reserved . They rarely entered combat . Their physical attack consisted of two hand strikes , whilst their touch inflicted energy damage . They could be found carrying weapons , too . They were fond of swords and great pole - arms . Their gaze had the power to fascinate , as the spell " hypnotic pattern " . No attack of a nonmagical nature affected an ultroloth . They were harmed only by weapons of magic . They had infravision and were never surprised . Habitat . None of the lower plane mercenaries would dare to disobey an ultroloth for fear of the punishment . Even non - yugoloths dwelling in the lower planes steered clear of them , fearing their powers . However , the actual power of the ultroloth was not all that much greater than others of their kind , no yugoloth of lesser status knew the capabilities of their rulers . They were of an unknown quantity , and thus greatly feared .
Arktash Arktash was an orc chieftain of the Il - Khan tribe that made its home in the Spine of the World , around the 14th century DR . Personality . While a mighty warrior in their own right , Arktash obtained their position as leader of the Il - Khan tribe through guile , not strength . Arktash was an intelligent and shrewd leader . History . Less than a year into Arktash ' s reign , the orc chieftain was slain by rivals . These usurpers felt Arktash had shown disrespect by not claiming power through force . Legacy . As a child , the blackguard Dorn Il - Khan greatly admired Arktash . He later used the fallen chieftain ' s story as a cautionary tale in conversation with the Bhaalspawn known as Gorion ' s Ward . Appendix . Arktash ' s gender is not defined in " " , as the game files simply alter the orc chieftain ' s gender to match that of the player character .
Oyfanen Oyfanen was a dryad living near Julkoun around 1485 DR . Oyfanen was the spirit of an oak tree . History . Around 1486 DR , Oyfanen was greatly concerned with the invasion of the village by goblinoid s in service to one of the Red Wizards of Thay .
Eternal Flame Pavilion The Eternal Flame Pavilion was a temple located in the City of Brass in 1367 DR . The Eternal Flame Pavilion was found in the Furnace ward of the city . Description . This mosque was sheathed with finely beaten gold . Activities . The Eternal Flame Pavilion was dedicated to Agni , a fierce god who destroyed everything he touched with purifying flames . Since the priests of Agni preached the ideal of redemption and immortality , the worship of Agni was wildly popular among the common efreet , but only tolerated by the noble efreet who preferred to keep their subjects hard at work instead of praying .
Ch ' ou Chu Lan Ch ' ou Chu Lan was the Chamberlain of Shou Lung in 1358 DR . History . Rumors said that Ch ' ou Chu Lan was originally a monk student of the Dragonfly school of kung fu and that he so impressed the young Kai Tsao Shou Chin with his clear thinking that the Emperor immediately appointed him to the Imperial household . Ch ' ou Chu Lan ' s duties were to take care of all Imperial palaces , castles , and retreats , managing and paying the staff and even the guards . He was always calm and composed even in the most chaotic situation .
Perestrom Perestrom was a Zhentarim adventurer wizard in Yûlash . History . Perestrom was the master of the Lords of the Ebon Wyrm , a small adventuring party loyal to the Zhent . He led them to sack many places in the Moonsea and Cormanthyr . In 1374 DR , however , in Myth Drannor , the fey ' ri slaughtered most of Perestrom ' s adventurers . Perestrom noticed the strange creatures and went to make a report about them to Scyllua Darkhope .
Nawab A Nawab was the title of the leading , or most wealthy , merchant in a city or town within the Shining Lands . Activities . Nawabs served as a mayor of sorts . They were responsible for appointing judges , maintaining a security force , collecting taxes , and performing other various functions of local government .
Sword of Selvetarm The Sword of Selvetarm was an intelligent holy sword of Selvetarm ' s church . Properties . The sword ' s properties changed depending on who wielded it . Its true potential was only usable by evil drow . Evil people in general . In the hands of an evil person , who wasn ' t a drow , it worked as a simple " + 2 longsword " . The sword ' s intelligence tried to dominate the non - drow wielder into working for Lolth and Selvetarm . Non - evil people . In the hands of any person who wasn ' t evil , the sword was outright dangerous . It stunted the wielder ' s vitality , killing those too weak , which was impossible to restore as long as the owner clinged to the sword . Evil drow . In the hands of an evil drow , the sword showed its true potential . It worked as a " + 5 elf bane unholy vorpal longsword " with a large amount of additional powers bestowed on the user , both physical and magical . On the physical side , the sword heightened the wielder ' s agility and abilities to hide . Furthermore , the wielder could rage like a barbarian . On the magical side , the sword allowed the casting of " spider climb " and " web " as often as the user wanted and of " fire spider " once every day . Once per month , the user could summon a yochlol , who opened a channel to " commune " with Lolth or Selvetarm . The sword ' s intelligence . The " Sword of Selvetarm " was an intelligent weapon . It couldn ' t actually talk , barring telepathy , but it could shout Selvetarm ' s name during any battle . Shouting Selvetarm ' s name was a common practice among his followers , for they believed killing someone while shouting the name would hand over the killed one ' s soul to the Spider that Waits . It generally hated to be not used in a battle and actively urged its owner to enter the fray . Creation . The sword was created by Selvetarm , the drow demigod of warriors . The " Sword of Selvetarm " was created as a tool to promote Lolth ' s agenda , a deity to whom Selvetarm was practically enslaved to . It was a longsword instead of a heavy mace like his actual favored weapon , because it was made to strengthen that branch of drow warriors , that trained in the usage of two - handed weapons . By 1372 DR , the sword was lost for decades but its recovery was believed to be a matter of time . Destruction . The sword was difficult to destroy . The only way to destroy it was to bring it into the Demonweb Pits and hurt either Lolth or Selvetarm with it .
Oraundas Haeltower Oraundas Haeltower was a vintner from Tethyr . He who was best known for producing drinkable but rather unexceptional table wine s sold throughout the Sword Coast . His wines kept well and were a favorite among innkeepers and shopkeepers . His vast vineyards lay northeast of Vineshade in the Purple Hills region of Tethyr . Although Haeltower ' s wines were transported in wooden casks , many buyers bottled the wine in glass bottles for resale . In 1479 DR , many strange items were found in bottles of Haeltower wines . These items included gold rings , gem s , and ornate keys . The Tethyrian queen ordered an investigation led by Storl Thammuraster who , with the help of a Sembia n wizard named Amaront of Selgaunt , uncovered an Amn ian smuggling operation run by several prominent noble families .
Black cloud of vengeance The Black cloud of vengeance was a creation of those who violated the Laws of the Loregiver in the early days of the world . Although these were rare creations , they were mentioned in almost all cultures in Zakhara . Many people believed that only one cloud existed , but some wise men believed otherwise . Black clouds were terrifying creatures possessing enormous strength . They were capable of moving against the strongest gales . Description . Red lightning flashed within the depths of a black cloud of vengeance . Their wind carried ash and soot mixed with debris . The winds increased their fury as the cloud approached . Their hum could only be compared with the strongest desert storms . A black cloud carried churning sand from the desert , making it extremely difficult for any living creature to breath . Combat . Regarding combat , black clouds of vengeance were capable of destroying entire cities just like a powerful tornado . Habitat / Society . Black Clouds combined the power of fire and wind into a deadly combination . Even the wisest sages were unclear about their origins , but believed that the clouds were sent by Fate to punish infidels . Ecology . Black Clouds survived thanks to their raids on the town or a large deserted villages . One cloud could easily wipe out the entire city . They never attacked a djinn city or any city that patronized the gods . The clouds inherently knew if a city favored the gods or whether is was occupied by djinn .
Annaeus Annaeus was a dwarven priest in the Illefarn empire , and was responsible for the creation of the King of Shadows . History . When the Knight Captain of Crossroad Keep encountered his spirit in the Gem Mines in the ruins of Arvahn , Annaeus stated that he did not regret his creation , before helping the Captain to unlock one of the statues of the Ritual of Purification designed by Annaeus himself to weaken the King of Shadows .
Court of Rorn The Court of Rorn was a religious cult dedicated to the primordial Rorn , that operated in Fimbrul , Returned Abeir . Activities . The Court of Rorn goal was to prepare the world for the awakening of Rorn . In order to do that , its members sought to cripple the dragon hegemony of Returned Abeir , and also tried to control at least the lesser dragon nobles . They also tried to destroy the gods , and studied them and their followers . Membership . The Court of Rorn was composed of earth giant s , who were the most high ranking members of the organization . Below them was a legion of servant creatures of any race , spies , informants , cultists , and sellswords across Returned Abeir , many who were not aware that they were working for a primordial . Members of the Court of Rorn also employed prehistoric beasts such as felljaws , haraevors , and tentacled torments , who were preserved since ancient times by Rorn itself . Rorn was the nominal leader of the Court , and although he was capable of commune with its members , due to its sleeping state members the Court of Rorn acted on their own . History . The Court of Rorn was founded by the earth giants followers of Rorn after the Spellplague transported Laerakond to the world of Toril .
Quelzur Naismen Quelzur Naisen was a Red Wizards of Thay pirate in 1359 DR . History . Quelzur was a talented wizard but frequently went in contrast with his superiors and was no prone to make friends . So when he offended the powerful zulkir Szass Tam Quelzur decided to voluntary exile instead to risk to become one of the Tam ' s zombie s . Quickly he turned to piracy and become a very able pirate thank to his " censer for summoning air elementals " , that transformed his ship in ones of the most maneuverable vessel on the Inner Sea . Personality . Quelzur maintained the typical mentality of a Red Wizard , that wizard were superiors to any non - wizards people . He lorded over his crew like a godling . He still dressed like a red wizard .
Runemeet Runemeet is a holy day of Uthgar on the autumn equinox when the Uthgardt tribes travel to their respective ancestor mounts ( or to Beorunna ' s Well , the holiest of all ) for rites , pacts , and communing with ancestors . This is when juveniles who seek recognition as full tribe members prove themselves by hunting their tribes ' ritual enemies . Although Uthgardt ceremonies can be performed anywhere , the Thunderbeast tribe believed it could not stay strong without an ancestor mound . = References =
Shield of the Lady The Shield of the Lady was a militant order of woman wizard s , cleric s , and priestesses devoted to Isis around 1370 DR . Their duty was to protect Mulhorand i heroes from evil and barbarism . These spellcasters joined and assisted adventuring companies operating within Mulhorand and the Old Empires and beyond , on missions that furthered the aims of the goddess .
Delban Delban was an Elder Evil from the Far Realm who had taken possession of one of the stars of Realmspace . Unlike normal stars , Delban didn ' t have a fixed place in the sky but instead danced and wavered across the Realmspace . Description . Delban was an ice white star . History . Delban , and the other Far Realm - infested stars of Realmspace , were somehow related to the Eldest . Delban was usually visible only in winters , but sometimes it shone without reason in any other seasons , surprising scholars who studied stars . Of all the Far Realm - infested stars , Delban was the most cruel and bitter . Delban was one of the stars the warlock Japheth Donard sought out in 1396 DR , after having lose his pact with the archfey Neifion .
Potion of dreaming Potions of dreaming were magical liquids that could be found in Zakhara , the Land of Fate . Description . The vast majority of magical potions and oils in Zakhara were found in durable flasks sealed with crystal and wax . These flasks were wider and the bottom than they were at the top . Powers . The imbiber of this potion experienced a vision of something that they desired . After consuming the potion , the imbiber named something that they wished to learn more about . When they went to sleep , they had a dream that revealed one fact about the named object , including the object ' s location , dangers regarding the object , etc . Each potion allowed for one dream . Upon waking , the imbiber vividly remembered the information garnered from the dream .
Body link Body link was a spell unique to Zakhara , the Land of Fate . This spell was usable by wizard s and priest s ( cleric s ) . Effects . " Body link " was used to prevent death from decapitation , or other kinds of dismemberment , by linking all body parts so that their separation would not effect them in any way . Example : a wizard was decapitated , yet his head could still talk and eat normally . Decapitation could cause the wielder to collapse . The duration of this spell was based directly on the caster ' s power . Once dismemberment occurred , the spell lasted for a few more minutes . Any separated body part need only be placed at the site of dismemberment to be re - attached . The full normal effects of dismemberment were experienced if the body part was not re - attached before the spell expired . Components . In addition to verbal and somatic components , this spell required a pearl worth at least 500 gold pieces , a small amount of tree sap which was eaten by the caster . Casting the spell destroyed the pearl .
Rauvin Vale The Rauvin Vale was a valley dominated by the River Rauvin in Luruar . Geography . The Rauvin Vale was bordered by the Nether Mountains to the north , the High Forest ( Turlang ' s Wood ) to the south , Everlund Pass and the Silverwood to the west , and Moon Pass to the east . Inhabitants . Communities of human s , elves , goblin s , orc s , and ogre s dwelt in the vale . In the 14th century DR , [ [ troll ] s uprooted from their homes in the [ [ Evermoors ] ] often wandered into the Rauvin Vale in search of new lairs . Wildlife . Common wildlife in the Rauvin Vale were brown bears , deer , elk , [ [ rothé ] ] , red tiger , and wolves . [ [ Dire bear ] ] s , [ [ dire wolf | dire wolves ] ] , [ [ dire rat ] ] s , [ [ worg ] ] s , [ [ wereboar ] ] s , and [ [ werewolf | werewolves ] ] were occasionally spotted . Appendix . References . [ [ Category : Valleys ] ] [ [ Category : Locations in Luruar ] ] [ [ Category : Locations in Northwest Faerûn ] ] [ [ Category : Locations in Faerûn ] ] [ [ Category : Locations on Toril ] ] [ [ Category : Locations ] ]
Six Spiked Rings The Six Spiked Rings were an adventuring company from Turmish . History . In the Year of the Tankard , 1370 DR , the Six Spiked Rings visited the town of Ylraphon in the Vast and explored the House of Moander temple of the god Moander . Greater darktentacles attacked and killed some of their number , but two escaped with treasures won from the temple : a large bag of gems , and a sack of metal magic wand s of great age and power .
Raging Bull The " Raging Bull " was a name given to a captive minotaur in the Lower Heart ward of Skullport in Undermountain , held in a cage suspended from the cavern ceiling , high above the street just outside the doors of The Deepfires inn . History . Sometime in the 1340s DR , an unknown slaver imprisoned the minotaur in the almost unbreakable cage and abandoned him there . The minotaur had a " ring of sustenance " to nourish him , but this only worked for seven days and took seven days to recharge , leaving the minotaur to starve in this time . He was still there by 1370 DR , now hopelessly insane . He assaulted anyone who risked coming close to his cage , even to try to free him . He was also tormented by cruel folk like Quinan Vamaed , who saw this unending torture as a gift to the goddess Loviatar . Reputation . Known as the Raging Bull , the minotaur had become a notorious local landmark in Skullport . His angry bellows echoed across Skullport on a disturbingly regular basis , and one could follow them to find The Deepfires inn . However , his dung fell on the street below . The goblin twins Nyk and Nok swept up the dung for use as manure , and would tell stories about failed rescue attempts for a copper piece . Conmen often tried to sell the Raging Bull as a prized slave to people new to Skullport , prompting a common local saying : " If you believe that , I ' ve got a minotaur to sell you . "