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Silk Road The Silk Road was the primary overland trade route between Faerûn and Kara - Tur . Description . Beginning in Dhaztanar in Semphar , and ending in Yenching in Shou Lung , the Silk Road was the major trade route that connected the eastern lands of Kara - Tur to the western lands of Faerun , and was where most of the goods that traveled between the two areas passed . Due to its shorter length , and the larger number of villages along it , the Silk Road was more preferred over the northern Spice Road . The greater amount of civilization meant the roads were better patrolled , and bandits were less of a problem than on the more open northern roads . The area between Semphar and Khazari , specifically the Howling Gap area , was the most dangerous part of the trip . It was customary to hire additional guards before passing through this area , only to dismiss them once out of the region . Locations along the Silk Road included :
Mooshie ' s Grove Mooshie ' s Grove was the home of Montolio Debrouchee ( " Mooshie " ) and was a diamond - shaped grove of trees and piled stone walls in the Rauvin Mountains near the Coldwood . Structure . The grove featured elevated walkways and beautifully designed huts . It was surrounded by tall pine s and emitted a magical aura . History . Drizzt . Mooshie ' s grove was the site of Drizzt Do ' Urden ' s ranger training . Pikel . As a test , the elf Tarathiel took Pikel Bouldershoulder , the dwarf druid from the Spirit Soaring , to the grove , where they encountered a unicorn , symbolic of the nature goddess Mielikki . Pikel befriended the unicorn , and Tarathiel considered him to have passed the test .
North Ride The North Ride was a road in the Dalelands that ran from Tilverton in the Shadow Gap in the south , leading to Cormyr , to Voonlar in the north , leading to the Moonsea . Where the road crossed the River Ashaba , the town of Shadowdale is situated .
Hagar Hlutwigsson Hagar Hlutwigsson was a hagspawn in Waterdeep in 1372 DR . History . Hagar was the son of Hlutwig Long - throw , last chieftain of the Blue Bear Tribe , and the annis Tanta Hagara , at that time shaman of the tribe . Hagara banished her son at a young age and Hagar took to wandering . Over time , he assembled a small gang of followers , both fellow Uthgardt outcasts and half - orc s . Meanwhile , Malar granted Hagar the power of the bear warrior s . Eventually , he and his so - called Bull Elk tribe arrived in Waterdeep , where they established themselves as a criminal gang .
Hall of Success The Hall of Success was a temple of Waukeen in the Temple District of the city of Procampur in the Vast . It later became a temple of Lliira . History . Around the Year of Shadows , 1358 DR , it was led by High Priest Undil Latheen , However , Latheen went mad following the apparent death of Waukeen during the Time of Troubles of that year . By the Year of the Shield , 1367 DR , the Hall of Success was reconsecrated to the goddess Lliira , whose church had been taking over that of Waukeen . The new high priest was Baniya Dolester , who also cared for the still - suffering Latheen . In Marpenoth of 1367 DR , when Procampur was struck by the featherlung plague , Dolester worked with High Priest Orn Thavil of Tymora and set up auxiliary shrines in the District of the Poor to treat the sick there . Though their actions halted the spread of the disease , the Thultyrl reprimanded both high priests for breaking Procampur ' s district rules , and were reminded that the city and its laws were older than a number of deities . Inhabitants . In 1358 DR , high priest Undil Latheen led 33 priests and 69 lay - followers . He was succeeded by Baniya Dolester . Bethany and Chantel DeVillars of Ravens Bluff were priestesses of Waukeen who had their official residences in Procampur , and so were presumably attached to the Hall of Success .
Scantshar Scantshar was the name of a prominent human family in the hamlet of Sevenecho in the Vast in the 1360s DR . Activities . The Scantshar family was distrusted and treated with slight suspicion by other village folk . This was largely due to the fact that the family matriarch , Riliyyn Scantshar , was a wizard of some accomplishment . History . As one of the more prominent families , the Scantshars also contributed a member to the council of elders that governed Sevenecho , around 1369 DR .
Dire rat Dire rats were dangerous creatures . They were much larger than the common rat and were found in dungeons and city sewers . The bite of these creatures carried a potentially lethal disease known as filth fever . Locations . Dire rats could be found in the wild in the Silver Marches , particularly in the Rauvin Vale and Sundabar Vale , as well as in the High Forest . Appendix . Trivia . A dire rat could be summoned as an animal companion in " Neverwinter Nights " .
Sword of the Soulless The Sword of the Soulless was a replica of Iyachtu Xvim ' s " Sword of Souls " . History . It was forged by Saablic Tan and Isair , who was its wielder , in the Severed Hand , The Legion of the Chimera ' s headquarters . It had many devastating effects , and it was wielded with exquisite skill .
Zalaren Zalaren was a priest of Waukeen and an agent of the Lords ' Alliance in 1489 DR . Personality . Zalaren was a dour individual . His main concern was economic stagnation . History . In 1489 DR , he was the Alliance delegate sent to help a hired adventuring party to defeat the great dragon Claugiyliamatar of Kryptgarden Forest . The Alliance ' s main objectives were to destroy siege weapons and to recover stolen cargo .
Mushigoto Tada Mushigoto Tada was a samurai of Fochu Peninsula in Wa . Activities . Mushigoto Tada was the shoya of the village of Sokijan in Fochu Peninsula . History . In 1358 DR , Tada was worried about a bajang living near the village . So when Yusuke T ' ing went back to the village with Osari Minhiro and a foreign adventuring party , he asked the adventurers to kill the bajang .
Amnurflow The Amnurflow was a river in Amn that flowed into Lake Weng . Geography . The river was the northernmost of the tributaries of Lake Weng . It began in the Cloud Peaks west of Citadel Amnur . Midway to Lake Weng , it was joined by the Rashturiver from the east . Comassur Creek merged with the Amnurflow five miles northeast of the lake . History . This river was named after General Amnur , a legendary military man who was the younger brother of the second king of Amn .
Uthgrael Aumar Uthgrael Aumar , also known as the Stag King , was the founder and ruler of the kingdom of Athalantar until his death in 216 DR . Relationships . He was married to Niluembra and fathered seven sons , who became known as " the warring princes " , and was the grandfather of Elminster Aumar .
Court of Proclamations The Court of Proclamations , or the second court , was part of the complex of the Palace of the Enlightened Throne in Huzuz in 1367 DR . Activities . This large court was capable of holding 2 , 000 visitors at one time . Important proclamations were announced here on a weekly basis . The nature of these announcements included awarding new titles , commendations , as well as announcing individuals who had earned disgrace and censure from the court .
Merchant prince Merchant Prince , or Merchant Princess , is a prestige class whose members either acquired their business through inheritence or earned their coin on their own . Merchant princes affect much of the economies throughout Faerûn and their mercantile holdings are often quite vast . Becoming a merchant prince . Most merchant princes are either rogue s or bard s , although a few ranger s and fighter s are known have the necessary skills . Cleric s of Waukeen and Shaundakul are not uncommon among the ranks of the merchant princes .
Ampherd Holt Ampherd Holt was a Zhentarim cleric of Tempus at the Citadel of the Raven in 1367 DR . Personality . Ampherd had an unbalanced mind , being in permanent state of battle madness . However , his sermons about the glory received from death in battle became very popular among the soldiers , and many considered Ampherd their chaplain . Boruse Temlor hated him for his popularity , and Kandar Milinal distrusted him because of his craziness .
Urgutha Forka Urgutha Forka was a vicious demon that once spread a virulent plague in ancient times before the ancestors of the drow fled to the Underdark . The surface elves denied the existence of Urgutha Forka , preferring to blame the drow . The drow , when realizing they were immune to the lethal plague , enlisted Urgutha as an ally . The saying " been yet not been " was a line from a longer drow tale insulting the surface elves who had lost thousands to a demon they refused to admit existed .
Rhauron " Rhauron " was mysterious and notorious individual who lived on Tarsith , in the Dusk Ports of Returned Abeir , in the decade of the 1480s DR . Background . Nobody knew nothing concrete about this individual . Although many Faerûn ians believed this " Rhauron " was Asgandur Durhauron , the innkeeper of the Dragonhaven Hearth in Proskur , Elminster Aumar knew that this man was in fact a Laerakond an from Tarsith , however not even he was sure who this individual was . Many urban legends surrounded this mysterious man , and in the Dusk Ports it was believed that he was either a powerful archmage , a psion , a guildmaster or an investor of some sort . Nobody knew even his true name , and people gave him various aliases or titles , " Rhauron " being the name that Elminster made up for him . It was believed that " Rhauron " was the one who created , and later controlled , the mysterious artifacts known as the winking gem s , and then procured those gems to Faerûn in order to kill specific people in that continent , including some Waterdavian nobles and merchants . History . In the decade of the 1480s , the story of " Rhauron " became popular in Faerûn , and many people credited the bard Lothlyn Arngoblet as the creator of this " tale " . Many believed Lothlyn had demonized Asgandur in his songs , because Asgandur didn ' t paid the bard for his services in one occasion .
Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting 2nd edition The Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting 2nd edition was the " original " second edition campaign setting , published in 1993 . This version features an image of a horse on a plain background on the box . This campaign setting was revised and re - released in 1996 .
Dragon magazine 122 Dragon magazine 122 was released in June 1987 . The Ecology of the Rot Grub . Summary . A detailed look at the rot grub . A Step Beyond Shogun . Summary . A reader ' s guide to adventuring in the Orient . And a Step Beyond That . Summary . The designer ' s new list of Oriental references . The Natural Order . Summary . Yet more spells for druids everywhere . Marshalling the Martial Arts . Summary . Twelve martial arts styles for Oriental characters .
Ito Tadahiro Ito Tadahiro was a cursed samurai ronin in Ito - Jo in 1360 DR . History . Ito Tadahiro was a samurai general of the Ito family who died in the castle ' s burning in 647 DR . Thanks to an " ancient curse " and a krakentua ' s influence , he did not truly die but instead lingered to haunt the castle as the third of the seven weapon masters of the castle . Finally , in 1360 DR , an adventuring party hired by Michimori Uemon to recover the Seven Swords fought and destroyed him .
Setsu Iki Setsu Iki was a powerful wu jen of Fochu Peninsula in Wa . History . Setsu Iki was a powerful wu jen , last member of the Order of the Mouse , who lived as farmer on a small estate near the village of Kawasa . He had in custody the fabled Book of Hsi , that explained as attain immortality . He used it to become immortal . In 1358 DR , the evil Za - Jikku discovered about the book and kidnapped him . However Setsu had previously hidden one page of the book to his former apprentice Tamura Umakai in the village of Ikizawa . Also during the kidnapping action Setsu managed to exchange his mind with the one of a mouse , using his Mouse powers . Later the Setsu - mouse met Osari Minhiro and a foreign adventuring party , deciding to join the forces with them to defeat Za - Jikku . He also sensed inside some adventurers the souls of fellows Mouses . Together they get back the Setsu ' s body , that Za - Jikku toughing it of no use had gave as gift to officer Misikin in Qui , and the main book , also hid in Qui by Za - Jikku .
Talya Floshin Talya Floshin was one of the leaders of the daemonfey in the Year of the Tankard , 1370 DR . Relationships . Talya was the consort of Faersynd Floshin . Description . Talya resembled the goddess Hanali Celanil as shown in many depictions but with red eyes . Rumors said Talya was one of the daughters of the demon lord Graz ' zt . Activities . Talya valued potential informants and reported to Ryvvik Dlardrageth . Secretly , she plotted to kill her husband and replaced him with Baron Xhalth . History . In 1370 DR , Talya was pregnant with triplets and rumors said they were Xhalth ' s offspring . At one point , Talya gave birth to a daughter of Xhalth , Mogwyn , a fey ' ri marauder . Personality . Talya was the most manipulative of the fey ' ri . She wanted Xhalth as a new husband because he was more easily controlled by her .
All sphere The All sphere was a group of spells that were granted to cleric s and druid s of any mythos . These spells were utilitarian in nature and were not associated with particular deities . Spells in normal text are listed in the " Tome of Magic " 2 edition . Spells in italics were added to the All Sphere in the " " sourcebook .
Y ' lara " Y ' lara " was a yochlol trapped in Menzoberranzan during the Rage of Demons . History . A yochlol was sent by Lolth to help Archmage of Menzoberranzan Gromph Baenre in a demon lord summoning ritual in late 1486 DR . The yochlol knew the true plot behind the spell . However , after the summoning , Gromph also understood the true meaning of what he did , and he magically trapped the yochlol in his private sanctuary before it escaped the city . Posing as a drow priestess called " Y ' lara " , the yochlol tried to obtain someone ' s help in order to escape .
Troglodyte Troglodytes were reptilian humanoids , shorter than a human , with spindly but muscular arms and squat legs . They also had long , slender tails . The stench of an angry or frightened troglodyte was so foul that it sickened all living creatures nearby , even after the troglodyte died . History . Troglodytes were created by the sarrukh of Mhairshaulk . Religion . The god of the troglodytes was Laogzed .
Berellip Xorlarrin Berellip Xorlarrin was a priestess of House Xorlarrin in Menzoberranzan . Description . Berellip wore black robes with elaborate designs and spider - shaped charms . She was brash , loud , and stubborn . History . Berellip accompanied the expedition led by Ravel Xorlarrin to Gauntlgrym in 1463 DR . While there , her group came across Drizzt Do ' Urden , Artemis Entreri , and Dahlia Sin ' felle , who claimed to be agents of Bregan D ' aerthe . Berellip remembered Entreri from his previous journey to Menzoberranzan , when she had dangled Entreri over the ledge of the Clawrift while making love to him . She claimed he was her first " colnbluth " ( non - drow ) lover and said he was " quite skilled . " Berellip was killed by Artemis Entreri in 1484 DR after she imprisoned him and Dahlia Sin ' felle in Q ' Xorlarrin and allowed them to be tortured . Relationships . Berellip was the daughter of Matron Mother Zeerith Q ' Xorlarrin . Berellip had at least two " bastard sons , " the second being Belween .
Zetharmas Zetharmas was a tiefling warlock in the Plane of Shadow in 1374 DR . History . Zetharmas was rumored to be the scion of a powerful demon lord , but nobody knew if this was true . He was one of the main leaders of the Church of Cyric faction involved in the Despayr ' s plot in 1374 DR . Zetharmas was the one that materially opened the hole in the Weave . He and his fellow Cyricists resided in the Monastery of Ebon Dome on the Plane of Shadow for the duration of the plot . However , an adventurers party defeated him .
Giant bombardier beetle The giant bombardier beetle was a variety of giant beetle . Description . Bombardier beetles were generally about 4 feet ( 1 . 2 meters ) long . Behavior . Unlike many beetles , bombardier beetles were solely carnivores , feeding mostly on carrion and gathering carcasses as places to lay their eggs . Ecology . Bombardier beetles were often solitary creatures . They dwelt in forests . Bombardier beetles were found in the forest of Cormanthor . They were also found in Dragon ' s Eye in the Spine of the World . Combat . Bombardier beetles were able to expel acid from their rear ends . The sound of the beetle expelling acid could be deafening . They could also emit a fire cloud to protect themselves , a few times per day . Uses . The substances inside the beetle could be retrieved from a dead specimen to create small explosives .
Pilgrims ' Route The Pilgrims ' Route was a trade route located in Zakhara in 1367 DR . Description . Travelers departing Huzuz along the Pilgrims ' Route exited the golden city through the Pilgrims ' Gate before heading south . After passing the Shrine of the Brave , travelers followed the southern curvature of Al - Akara Mountains toward Zayir in the east . Another 150 miles ( 240 km ) brought them to the Mosque of the Thirsty Jann , at which point travelers moved south for 200 miles ( 320 km ) toward Hilm situated on Al - Muti River and the other Cities of the Pantheon . History . The name of this route was derived from the bountiful supply of pilgrims traveling from the Cities of the Pantheon toward Huzuz . Since it was used more by pilgrims than caravans , the chance of encountering bandits or raiders along this route was significantly less compared to other trade routes found throughout the Land of Fate .
Sehlmari Ssemm Sehlmari Ssemm was a mercenary recruiter in Westgate . Activities . Sehlmari was the morale officer and quartermaster of the Mercenaries ' Guild of Westgate . She always went a day ahead of the troops with a platoon to buy , gather , or commandeer food , drink , and other necessities . She was a master haggler , always taking what she needed for the troops . Sehlmari had also a lovable sense of humor .
Teldar Teldar was an old pirate in 1359 DR . History . Teldar was a pirate officer under Laershala , the last pirate lord of Earthspur . He was the de - facto leader of the pirates thank to his old age and his record of successful raids . Many believed he no ruled openly for no attire unnecessary attentions . teldar always gave wise advise to new pirates . He was renown for his supply of magical item s that saved him many times in over the years like when he using his necklace of missiles ended the career of Cheves the Scourge . In 1363 DR Vurgrom managed to defeat Teldar becoming the pirate lord . Teldar exiled himself in Thesk . Personality . Teldar had few leadership abilities
Ajax Firestorm Ajax Firestorm was a red dragon who lived disguised as an elven merchant of Huzuz named Aja Pelima . Description . Aja Pelima , also called Mad Aja , was the eccentric owner of Mad Aja ' s Magic for Fools & Simpletons , a shop located in the Grand Bazaar of Huzuz . Aja appeared as an elven male with flaming red hair , but there was much speculation as to his actual heritage . Aja preferred wearing brightly colored clothes and sashes decorated with fireballs and lightning bolts . In his true form Aja Pelima appeared as a venerable red dragon . Personality . Ajax was highly intelligent and unusually patient for a red dragon . He had a wild personality and was a high - pressured salesman . Abilities . Ajax possessed many spell - like abilities but usually favored evocation , enchantment , and charm magic . He also had an uncanny ability to figure out who had the coin to pay for his goods . Possessions . He was known to possess an " amulet of non - detection " , various magical wands ( fire , frost , lightning ) , and a unique wand that was unidentifiable . This wand was actually the control rod for his stolen ship . Activities . Ajax came to Huzuz to track a thief who stole a skyship from him . The ship was located in a warehouse of the Al - Danafi family , but the presence of too many genie s prevented Ajax from showing his true power and reclaiming it . He would often use magic to entice his customers . The city watch was often called to his shop after the use of a " pyrotechnics " spell . He enjoyed levitating customers and conversing with them in the air while he hung upside down . History . Ajax actually stole the skyship that he was searching for from a mage from Halruaa . Rumors and Legends . Many believed " Aja " to be a blatant member of the Brotherhood of the True Flame . Others thought he was a genie masquerading as a human . His true nature was not detectable through the use of magic .
Mordai Vell Mordai Vell was a tiefling and the leader of the Ashmadai cult in New Neverwinter . Personality . He was charming and manipulative and had a hand in many of the goings - on in Neverwinter . Description . Mordai had golden eyes which was uncommon for tieflings .
Dragon ' s Breath Beer Dragon ' s Breath Beer was a strong beer exported from Sembia and sold through Aurora ' s Whole Realms Catalogue . Description . This beer had a strong and harsh flavor . It was best served with dark rye bread and death cheese . Prices . Dragon ' s Breath Beer could be purchased in the following containers :
Silver spark Silver spark was a poison sometimes used by holy slayer assassin s of the Soft Whisper in Zakhara . Description . This poison was a radiant vapor . Rumor stated that is was derived from distilled moonlight and bottled passion . It possessed a rich and musky aroma . Uses . Victims could not resist breathing deeply of this perfumed poison once a holy slayer offered it . Once inhaled , intense pain wracked the victim ' s body for several intense minutes .
Wards sphere The Wards sphere was a group of spells granted to crusader s and shaman s to help protect items and geographical areas from harm or encroachment . Spells in normal text were listed in the Tome of Magic 2nd edition . Spells in italics were added to the Wards Sphere in the sourcebook .