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Ether

During the Age of Arcanum **ether** was the term used to describe pure magical energy, as well the potential within living beings and objects to perform magical acts.

Avalir, the floating city that was once part of Toramunda, was able to collect ether while it traveled through Exandria following the ley lines, as well as removing it from expendable magical objects, and storing it into the Etheric Net, in order to release all that energy back to the land when the City of Crowns reunited with its other half, Cathmoíra, the City of Thrones, in the continent of Domunas. This ritual, known as the Replenishment, made the crops particularly productive during the following year, and often caused the birth of a new generation of magical children. The ether could also be used in less massive acts, to extend someone's life (and in fact several archmages in Avalir did so secretly), or simply as a valuable element to use in bribery .

## **Trivia**

* *Ether* comes from the Ancient Greek *aíthō*, meaning "to burn" or "to shine". It was believed that the ether was the pure substance that filled the sky above the clouds, or the heavens, being breathed by the deities it surrounded; in fact, Ether/Aether was the name of the primordial personification of that bright upper sky made of air and light.
	+ The ether was also believed to be a fifth element that medieval scientists used as explanation for phenomena they didn't fully understand.
* Inside the world of Exandria people don't use the term "spell slot", so the ether works as an in-universe term to explain that magical game mechanic, as well as the charges of magical objects.
	+ Laerryn Coramar-Seelie, the Architect Arcane of Avalir, had a belt that she used to store ether taken from different sources (like the energy of a *Counterspelled* spell), being able to restore her own spell slots using this device. Interestingly, the last time she extracted a piece of ether from her belt she gave it to Loquatius Seelie, her former (and soon-to-be-again) husband, and he eventually gave it to Zerxus Ilerez, a common friend who used it to cast *Revivify* on Patia Por'co, another friend.
	+ It is unknown if after the Calamity there were still ways to extract and manipulate the ether or if it was part of the knowledge that was lost over the centuries.

## **References**

1. ↑ See "Excelsior" (E3x01) at 2:23:00.
2. ↑ See "Bitterness and Dread" (E3x02) at 1:04:18.
3. ↑ See "Excelsior" (E3x01) at 1:36:55.
4. ↑ See "Bitterness and Dread" (E3x02) at 1:04:34.
5. ↑ See "Excelsior" (E3x01) at 2:22:29.
6. ↑ *Twitter Post-finale Chat with the Exandria Unlimited: Calamity Cast*, Twitter Spaces Q&A session held 22 June 2022. Full transcript here.
7. ↑ See "Bitterness and Dread" (E3x02) at 1:04:18.
8. ↑ See "Blood and Shadow" (E3x03) at 2:05:30.
9. ↑ See "Fire and Ruin" (E3x04) at 0:18:53.

**Art:**

1. ↑ Fan art of Laerryn and Loquatius, by eyezpike (source). Used with permission.
Elven Chain

Depiction of an Elven Chain, from D&D: Dungeon Master's Guide, page 146.

**Elven Chain** is a magical chain shirt worn by Caleb Widogast after being stolen from Gelidon's lair in Mythburrow.

## **Description**

### **Appearance**

Elven Chain is a chain mail shirt made of interlocked metal rings. It is worn between layers of clothing or leather, and its rings are muffled by the outer layers. It is unexpectedly light and finely made.

### **Properties**

* As a chain shirt, which is a medium armor, it offers the wearer a base AC of 13 plus their Dexterity modifier to a maximum of +2.
* The armor provides an additional +1 bonus to AC.
* The wearer is considered proficient with this armor even if they do not have proficiency with medium armor.

## **History**

* **"Rime and Reason" (2x75):** While in Gelidon's lair in Mythburrow, Veth Brenatto found the shirt and took it.
* **"Refjorged" (2x76):** The Mighty Nein and Reani attempted to gift it to Umagorn Smeltborne. Though he was impressed with the item and considered beginning to make similar elven-style items, he returned it to the Nein. Caleb Widogast began wearing it.

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 See *D&D: Dungeon Master's Guide*, 5th ed., p. 168, Chapter 7: Treasures. "Magic Items, A-Z". Also available at  Elven Chain on D&D Beyond
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 See "Refjorged" (2x76) from 0:52:03 through 0:57:09.
3. ↑ *D&D: Player's Handbook*, 5th ed., p. 144, Chapter 5: Equipment. "Medium Armor". Also available at  *Player's Handbook*, Chapter 7: Equipment on D&D Beyond
4. ↑ See "Clay and Dust" (2x72) at 4:08:34.

**Art:**

1. ↑  Elven Chain on D&D Beyond. This article contains unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Wizards of the Coast Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Dyolet fruit

Fan art of dyolet fruit, by coniferouskiddo.

A **dyolet** is a plum-sized round, blue fruit that only grows within the Velvin Thicket. It is a delicacy within the Dwendalian Empire.

## **Properties**

Dyolets can be imbued with minor enchantments, and are particularly receptive to healing properties, similar to either a potion of healing or a potion of greater healing. A dyolet remains fresh for around 20 days, and the healing properties only exist so long as the fruit remains fresh.

## **History**

The dyolet's potential as a source of healing was kept a secret by the gnomes of Velvin Thicket for years prior to becoming more widely known shortly before 835 PD. Since then, the Cerberus Assembly has become interested in taking control of the the Velvin dyolet crop. Dyolets have not appeared onstream.

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 See *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*, p. 109.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 See *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*, p. 108.

**Art:**

1. ↑ Fan art of dyolet fruit, by coniferouskiddo (source). Used with permission.
Eugene Lee

**Eugene Lee** is a storyboard artist, and one of three episode directors for *The Legend of Vox Machina, Season Two*. His previous works include *Voltron: Legendary Defender*, *The Legend of Korra*, *The Sea Beast*, and *Avatar: The Way of Water*.

Lee studied at Pasadena Art Center of Design and got his start in the animation industry when one of his family's friends knew a friend at *Cartoon Network*, allowing him to get an internship there. One of the directors for *Ben 10*, Dan Riba, saw some of his homework and encouraged him to do freelance work for them, which grew into full time. Eugene's parents come from an Asian American background and they wanted him to be in a lucrative profession such as a doctor or a lawyer, but allowed him to go into art instead.

About his various jobs, Lee has said, "As a director and a board artist, the board artist's job is to take the script and translate it into what you see. Sometimes the writing might get in the way of the staging, and it's the board artist’s job to fix that. The director's job is to make sure things are in line and let the board artists know if certain things make sense. It's a symbiotic relationship."

## **Critical Role Productions**

* *The Legend of Vox Machina* - Episode Director
	+ "The Sunken Tomb (LoVM)" (LVM2x03)
	+ "Into Rimecleft" (LVM2x06)
	+ "A Test of Pride" (LVM2x09)
	+ "The Hope Devourer" (LVM2x12)

## **Other Works**

Some of Eugene's previous works include:

* *Voltron: Legendary Defender*
* *The Legend of Korra*
* *The Sea Beast*
* *Avatar: The Way of Water*

## **External Links**

* Eugene Lee on IMDb
* Twitter
* Eugene Lee on the Voltron Wiki
* Instagram
* Tumblr

## **References**

1. ↑ See the IMDb listing for "The Legend of Vox Machina".
2. ↑ Asia Pacific Arts: "Interview with Animation Professionals Steve Ahn and Eugene Lee at KumoriCon", December 2017
3. ↑ Asia Pacific Arts: "Inside Voltron: Interview with Animator and Director Eugene Lee", November 2017.

**Art:**
Erdeloch

* Landscape
* Map

Fan art of Odessloe at sunrise, by Jess Radley.

Official map of Erdeloch and surrounding areas, by Deven Rue from Explorer's Guide to Wildemount.

## General Information

### **Fauna**

* Fish
* Giant Crabs

## Political Information

### **Affiliation**

* Mysterious lake spirit (supposedly)
* Dwendalian Empire

The **Erdeloch** is one of two large lakes in the Zemni Fields, the other being the Kaltenloch. It is fed by multiple rivers, including the Eisfus. According to the superstitious folk from Odessloe, the lake is the home of an unseen spirit that shares blessings with mortals as long as it is kept happy.

## **Description**

The Erdeloch has cold waters and is the most prolific site for fishing within the Dwendalian Empire. Fishing boats from Odessloe on its eastern shore frequent the southern waters of the lake, and it sees a considerable amount of riverboat travel for logging and other transport. The northern side of the lake in the Pearlbow Wilderness is less frequently traveled.

## **Feeling Crabby**

This adventure hook, which happens between 835 and 836 PD, explains how bandits have been capturing and starving giant crabs and releasing them so the people of Odessloe will make expensive offerings to the lake spirit, after which the bandits steal said offerings for themselves, not worrying if this might cause any reaction from the supposed spirit of the place.

## **Trivia**

* *Erde* means "earth" in German, so Erdeloch likely means "earth-lake".
* If the lake spirit is real, it might be some water related entitiy, like an elemental or a water nymph.

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 See *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*, p. 99.
2. ↑ See *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*, p. 101.
3. ↑ See *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*, p. 102.

**Art:**

1. ↑ Fan art of Odessloe at sunrise, by Jess Radley (source). Used with permission.
2. ↑ Official map of Erdeloch and surrounding areas, by Deven Rue from *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*. This page contains unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Wizards of the Coast Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Eugene Son

**Eugene Son** is a prolific writer for television and comics. He wrote or co-wrote five episodes of the first two seasons of *The Legend of Vox Machina*, and is credited as a co-producer on the series. His story editor responsibilities included helping to run the writers room, coordinating with the writers and their scripts, and editing/rewriting when needed.

His previous television work includes *Blade Runner: Black Lotus* and *Marvel Super Hero Adventures*, and his comics include issues of *Ultimate Spider-Man* and *Cartoon Network Action Pack*.

Prior to coming onboard *The Legend of Vox Machina*, Eugene had written for executive producer and showrunner Brandon Auman on shows including *Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles* for Nickelodeon and *Star Wars: Resistance* for Lucasfilm. He had worked with Travis Willingham, Laura Bailey, Matt Mercer, and Liam O'Brien on *Marvel's Avengers Assemble*, and with Ashley Johnson on *Ben 10*. His enjoyment of swords and sorcery and playing role playing games led him to write an episode of TMNT called “Mazes and Mutants” where the Ninja Turtles play an RPG and LARP. He was a fan of *Critical Role* through working with the cast and watching clips of the show.

Eugene is a native of southern California and graduated from the University of California at San Diego with a BA in Literature Writing.

## **Critical Role Productions**

* *The Legend of Vox Machina* - Writer
	+ "The Feast of Realms" (LVM1x03)
	+ "Whispers at the Ziggurat" (LVM1x11)
	+ "Rise of the Chroma Conclave" (LVM2x01)
	+ "Those Who Walk Away (LoVM)" (LVM2x04)
	+ "Belly of the Beast" (LVM2x11)

## **External Links**

* eugeneson.com
* Eugene Son on IMDb

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2  Eugene Son on IMDb
2. ↑ See eugeneson.com.
3. ↑ David O'Leary, New York Film Academy Blog, "Animation Writer Eugene Son Draws Up Helpful Advice for NYFA Students" published on January 14, 2015.

**Art:**
Empyrean

Depiction of an empyrean, by Cory Trego-Erdner from *D&D:Monster Manual, 5th ed.*, p. 130.

## Biological Information

### **Abilities**

* Magic Resistance
* Innate Spellcasting
* Bolt
* Bolster
* Trembling Strike

## Sociocultural Information

### **Notable members**

"The Roiling Anger"

**Empyreans** are children of gods.

## **Appearance**

Empyreans are usually beautiful and ageless.

## **History**

Vox Machina faced a corrupted empyrean guarding Grog's soul in the Plane of Pandemonium. The empyrean had been the "half-son" of the Raven Queen's predecessor. That god of death punished his child by banishing him to Pandemonium. Before he could retrieve his son from Pandemonium, the god was challenged and destroyed by his mortal follower and partner, who became the Raven Queen.

## **Trivia**

* Although they can have similar origins, empyreans are not the same as demigods, for the former are closer to godhood, while the latter are at least partially non-divine, even if they aren't mortal either.

## **References**

1. ↑ See "The Search For Grog" (Sx42) at 3:36:31.
2. ↑ See "The Search For Grog" (Sx42) at 4:37:00.

**Art:**

1. ↑ Depiction of an empyrean, by Cory Trego-Erdner from *D&D:Monster Manual, 5th ed.*, p. 130. Used with permission. This page contains unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Wizards of the Coast Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Ellia Prudaj

## Prudaj

Mistress **Ellia Prudaj** (pronounced /ˌpruːˈdɑːʒ/) was a wealthy woman who lived in Jrusar, Marquet. She owned an estate in the Core Spire and a wholesale textile business called Prudaj Textiles located in the Lantern Spire.

Many years ago, she hired the mercenary Ariks Eshteross. They became close friends, and he eventually left his mercenary company to work as her bodyguard. Eshteross described their friendship as having taught him "true values" beyond searching for money and opening him up to understanding how much others struggled to protect themselves from those who abuse their power. When Ellia died in 823 PD of natural causes, she left her money, estate, and business to Eshteross, who was surprised by the inheritance.

Her estate was occupied by Eshteross and Evelyn Wress, who apparently also worked for her. Eshteross spent the next twenty years, until his death in 843 PD, keeping her memory alive by using her wealth to defend the people of Jrusar from the Ivory Syndicate and other threats.

There were rumors that Eshteross was responsible for her death. He vehemently denied it, and multiple members of Bells Hells believed he was truthful.

In his will, Ariks Eshteross stated his desire to see Ellia again, and when questioned about his last wishes through Weva Vudol's *Speak with Dead* he declared that he wanted his body to be next to Mistress Prudaj's in the Lucent Memorial Mausoleum.

## **Appearances and mentions**

* Campaign Three
	+ "The Draw of Destiny" (3x01), mentioned only (first mentioned)
	+ "Trial by Firelight" (3x02), mentioned only
	+ "The Trail and the Toll" (3x03), mentioned only
	+ "Growing Bonds and Teasing Threads" (3x06), mentioned only
	+ "Make It Fashion" (3x12), mentioned only
	+ "To The Skies" (3x23), mentioned only
	+ "A Dark Balance" (3x38), mentioned only
	+ "The Momentum of Murder" (3x39), mentioned only

## **Trivia**

* By her title of *Mistress* and her business, inherited by Lord Eshteross, it is possible that Mistress Prudaj was some sort of noblewoman, although it is unclear if she was part of the Mahaan houses.
* She was married at some point but her husband had died, presumably before her.
* While Ariks Eshteross never confirmed the exact nature of his relationship (beyond friendship) with Ellia, the fact that he called her by her first name in a private letter (while in formal occasions he referred to her only as "Mistress Prudaj") proves that they were close.

## **References**

1. ↑ See "Make It Fashion" (3x12) at 4:12:47.
2. ↑ See "A Dark Balance" (3x38) at 4:10:23.
3. ↑ See "The Trail and the Toll" (3x03) at 3:11:21.
4. ↑ See "Trial by Firelight" (3x02) at 1:47:24.
5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 See "The Trail and the Toll" (3x03) from 3:29:34 through 3:31:54.
6. ↑ See "Growing Bonds and Teasing Threads" (3x06) at 1:35:34.
7. ↑ See "Growing Bonds and Teasing Threads" (3x06) at 2:38:16.
8. ↑ See "The Momentum of Murder" (3x39) at 1:03:02.
9. ↑ See "Make It Fashion" (3x12) at 4:12:47.
Ereldra Icozrin

**Ereldra Icozrin** is a talented harpist of Den Icozrin in the Kryn Dynasty and member of the Children of Malice in 835 PD.

## **Description**

### **Personality**

Ereldra was devastated after their family drama, being manipulated to the point of completely changing their ideology and faith through the influence of the Spider Queen.

## **Biography**

Ereldra was born as a member of Den Icozrin in the Kryn Dynasty, and growing up worshiping The Luxon. At some point they discovered their talent for music, becoming an acclaimed harpist throughout Rosohna. As an adult, Ereldra fell in love with a woman, and they intended to marry. However, the day of the ceremony was sabotaged by Ereldra's brother, causing them great pain. Lolth took advantage of Ereldra's despair and manipulated them, alienating them from the cult of The Light and affiliating them with her own cause, turning them into a spy for the Children of Malice.

By 835 PD, Ereldra uses their fame as a musician to move through different social circles, spreading rumors and lies that weaken the social foundation of the Dens.

## **Character information**

### **Abilities**

#### **Drow abilities**

Unless otherwise noted, the following abilities are assumed from the standard *Dungeons & Dragons* materials:

* Fey Ancestry
* Trance
* Keen Senses
* Subrace: Drow
	+ Superior Darkvision
	+ Sunlight Sensitivity
	+ Drow Magic
		- *Dancing Lights* cantrip
		- *Faerie Fire* spell
		- *Darkness* spell
	+ Drow Weapon Training (presumably)

## **Trivia**

* Their name is considered a popular drow name outside Critical Role canon, and a character of the same name appears in *Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage*.
* Ereldra is gender-fluid.
* While their brother ruined the wedding, their partner is still referred to as "their wife", implying that the ceremony, despite everything, was completed legally.
* They're related (by blood or den ties) with Bodo Icozrin, although their exact relationship is unknown.
* Being a former worshiper of The Luxon and a member of nobility, it's very possible that they are consecuted.

## **References**

1. ↑ Elves are only considered full adults when they have lived at least for a century, and presumably wouldn't be married before that.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 See *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*, p. 47.
Djinni

Depiction of a djinni, by Conceptopolis from *D&D Monster Manual, 5th ed.*, p. 144.

## Biological Information

### **Abilities**

* Elemental Demise
* Innate Spellcasting
* Create Whirlwind

## Sociocultural Information

### **Notable members**

* Shaktia
* Harudan

**Djinn** are powerful genies native to the Elemental Plane of Air.

## **Appearance**

The djinn are tall, blue, muscular, and attractive. They often wear silk clothing for both ease of movement and for aesthetic appeal.

## **History**

### **Campaign Three: Bells Hells**

Bells Hells were tasked to recover an earring belonging to Harudan, a legendary djinni, from the Twilight Mirror Museum.

## **Named djinn**

* Harudan
* Shaktia

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 See *D&D: Monster Manual*, 5th ed., p. 144.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 See *D&D: Monster Manual*, 5th ed., p. 141.
3. ↑ See "Omens Above" (3x19) at 3:39:54.

**Art:**

1. ↑ Depiction of a djinni, by Conceptopolis from *D&D Monster Manual, 5th ed.*, p. 144. This page contains unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Wizards of the Coast Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Exalting Blade of Favor

The **Exalting Blade of Favor** is a plus six legendary, sentient sword that allows its wielder to resist fire and lightning damage and upon purchase deals 1d10 plus five radiant damage. As Capo walked down a dark pathway, he wished that the sword would begin to emit light, which it promptly accomplished.

The Exalting Blade of Favor has gold and silver inlay with an intricate hilt. When worn in combination with the Crimson Sphere of Generosity, its surge of generosity is doubled.

## **History**

In the distant past, the sword was wielded by a great hero, Shiona, who defeated Zathkira the Mad but vanished in his underground laboratory, along with his sword.

## **Appearances and mentions**

* Specials
	+ "Stephen Colbert's D&D Adventure with Matthew Mercer" (Sx43) (first appearance)

## **References**

1. ↑ See "Stephen Colbert's D&D Adventure with Matthew Mercer" (Sx43) at 0:44:02.
2. ↑ See "Stephen Colbert's D&D Adventure with Matthew Mercer" (Sx43) at 0:34:55.
3. ↑ See "Stephen Colbert's D&D Adventure with Matthew Mercer" (Sx43) at 0:34:55.
4. ↑ See "Stephen Colbert's D&D Adventure with Matthew Mercer" (Sx43) at 0:34:55.
5. ↑ See "Stephen Colbert's D&D Adventure with Matthew Mercer" (Sx43) at 0:37:55.
6. ↑ See "Stephen Colbert's D&D Adventure with Matthew Mercer" (Sx43) at 0:44:08.
7. ↑ See "Stephen Colbert's D&D Adventure with Matthew Mercer" (Sx43) at 0:11:29.
Eremad

Fan art of the eremad, by KageSatsuki.

**Eremads** are dog-like quadrupeds resembling very large greyhounds.

## **Description**

The first eremad encountered by Bells Hells had a spindly dog-like body with a puffy mane of turquoise, red, and orange fur. A long pointed horn from the top of the mane curled backward, and it had long tufted fox-like ears and a long curling tail. Where its face would be was a black shadowy void. Although it is not purely natural, Bells Hells was unsure of its actual nature.

## **History**

Bells Hells encountered four eremads patrolling the Shiver Keep of the Unseelie Court, and Laudna recalled a saying, "You can't hide from the eremad," as if it were a legend used to scare children.

## **Trivia**

* Taliesin Jaffe liked the concept of the eremad quite a lot, declaring he intended to write poems about the creature. This caused the other players to occasionally come up with rhymes throughout the episode.

## **References**

1. ↑ See "The Fey Key" (3x47) from 1:10:10 through 1:17:15.
2. ↑ See "The Fey Key" (3x47) at 1:12:49.
3. ↑ See "The Fey Key" (3x47) at 1:14:44.

**Art:**

1. ↑ Fan art of the eremad, by KageSatsuki (source). Used with permission.
2. ↑ Fan art of an Unseelie guard with an eremad, by Clara (source). Used with permission.
Eric Bauza

Photograph of Eric Bauza, by Gage Skidmore.

**Eric Bauza** is a voice actor, animation artist, and comedian. He appeared as a guest star in "Critical Role: Bar Room Blitz" (Sx21) as Frankfurt, which was the first DnD game he ever played.

## **References**

**Art:**

1. ↑ Photograph of Eric Bauza, by Gage Skidmore (source). This file is a copyrighted work. Its use in this article is asserted to qualify as fair use of the material under United States copyright law.
Estate Sybaritic

The **Estate Sybaritic** is the home of the Mardoon family. The Estate lies in the forest northwest of the town limits of Shadycreek Run, marking the end of the city before the Savalirwood itself begins.

## **Building Description**

The Estate Sybaritic is a two-story estate in the beginning stages of disrepair. It was built from imported wood of a dark red-brown maroon color. There is gold leafing in some of the designs that have been carved at the edges where different large wall areas come together. The estate has a seven-foot tall stone fence with a metallic gate around the building, topped with six-inch spear tips. The courtyard has a beautiful garden that turns grey in the winter. There is a small fountain in the center of the courtyard. On the second floor are two sets of double windows that are paned, have curtains on the inside, and can partially open.

### **Interior**

The inside of the estate consists of a main foyer, dining chamber, and kitchen with a small storage room adjacent. In the storage room is a staircase down through a trapdoor leading to a wine cellar. In the back of the wine cellar behind shelving for wine is a small tunnel leading to the back of the estate in the middle of the forest.

#### **Main Foyer**

In the main foyer is a red carpeted staircase that continues upward, before it switches back to a second floor. On that center landing is an open window that looks down to the back yard. There are art pieces depicting individuals of different backgrounds on the walls: one of a very robust beautiful pure elf with brown hair and his chin out with a wily grin, the other of a woman wearing a very well-made dress with large puffs at the shoulders.

## **References**

1. ↑ See "Converging Fury" (2x27) at 2:12:46.
2. ↑ See "Converging Fury" (2x27) at 2:27:43.
3. ↑ See "Converging Fury" (2x27) at 2:26:47.
4. ↑ See "Converging Fury" (2x27) at 2:27:18.
5. ↑ See "Converging Fury" (2x27) at 2:31:08.
6. ↑ See "Converging Fury" (2x27) at 2:33:16.
7. ↑ See "Converging Fury" (2x27) at 2:50:06.
8. ↑ See "Converging Fury" (2x27) from 2:33:23 through 2:35:13.
9. ↑ See "Converging Fury" (2x27) at 2:35:35.

**Art:**
Even Amundsen

Amundsen's avatar on Facebook, ArtStation, and Patreon.

**Even Mehl Amundsen** is a Norwegian freelance concept artist and illustrator based in Oslo, Norway. He has worked for various art and entertainment studios, including Ubisoft, Blizzard Entertainment, Riot Games, Karakter, Blur Studio, Guerilla Games, Volta Studios, and Wizards of the Coasts. Amundsen was one of the interior artists for *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*.

## ***Critical Role* works**

* *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount* — interior artist

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5  About Even Mehl Amundsen on Facebook
2. ↑ "Mischeviouslittleelf" is Amundsen's handle on ArtStation and Tumblr and username on DeviantArt.
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2  HYPE: *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*, Our New Campaign Guide from *Dungeons & Dragons*, is Available for Pre-Order RIGHT NOW! on CritRole.com
4. ↑ Even Mehl Amundsen

## **External links**

* Personal website
* Even Amundsen (mischeviouslittleelf) on ArtStation
* Mischeviouslittleelf on DeviantArt
Erica Lindbeck

Screenshot of Erica Lindbeck from MAME Drop: Anime Games with Erica Lindbeck!.

**Erica Lindbeck** is an voice actress who appeared on the last episode of MAME Drop and guest stars as Morrighan Ferus in the two part series *Exandria Unlimited: Kymal*.

## **Other work**

Erica was the voice of the Barbie dolls and merchandise from 2015 to 2017. In video games, she has voiced Black Cat from *Spider-Man (2018)*, Cassie Cage from *Mortal Kombat 11*, Delaryn from WP:World of Warcraft: Warbringers, and Misty Olszewski, Meredith Stout, Spider Murphy from *Cyberpunk 2077*.

In anime, Erica has voiced Daki and Spider Demon from *Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba*, Kaori Miyazono from *Your Lie in April*, Eli Ayase from the *Love Live!* series, Ibara Naruse from *Coppelion*, and Kanae Kotonami from *Skip Beat!*.

## **References**

1. ↑ See Filmography section on Wikipedia

**Art:**

1. ↑ Screenshot of Erica Lindbeck from MAME Drop: Anime Games with Erica Lindbeck!. This file is a copyrighted work. Its use in this article is asserted to qualify as fair use of the material under United States copyright law.
Eugene Byrd

Screenshot of Eugene Byrd.

**Eugene Byrd** is an actor, photographer, and writer who plays Jarett Howarth in *The Legend of Vox Machina*.

## **Background**

Eugene was born and raised in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area. He began his acting career as a child in 1986, and has had roles in film, television, and video games.

## **Other Works**

The following is a partial list of some of Eugene Byrd's notable roles:

* *Bones* - Dr. Clark Edison.
* *Arrow* - Andy Diggle
* *Gears of War* - Delmont "Del" Walker
* *Lego Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures* - Zander Freemaker

## **External Links**

* Eugene Byrd on IMDb
* Eugene Byrd on Wikipedia

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "The Legend of the Cast of The Legend of Vox Machina"
2. ↑ See Eugene's Twitter profile.
3. ↑  Eugene Byrd on Wikipedia.
4. ↑ See Eugene's IMDB listing.

**Art:**

1. ↑ Screenshot of Eugene Byrd (source). This file is a copyrighted work. Its use in this article is asserted to qualify as fair use of the material under United States copyright law.
Estella Ladimar

**Estella Ladimar** was the headmistress of Westhall Academy in Westruun, Tal'Dorei and a descendant of the heroic wizard Atz Yuminor. As headmistress, she supported the Scions of Yuminor and helps guard the Astural Scrolls.

So far, Estella Ladimar has not appeared nor been mentioned onstream.

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 See *Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting*, p. 60.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 See *Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting*, pp. 60–61.
3. ↑ See *Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting*, p. 75.
Eduard

**Eduard** is a tiefling who works at the Black Swan in the Erudite quarter of Emon. As an NPC, Eduard is played by Aabria Iyengar.

## **Description**

### **Appearance**

Eduard is a very tall tiefling with skin that is nearly black. He has short white hair and a white goatee. He carries a handkerchief and business cards.

### **Personality**

Eduard considers himself a good negotiator. He is very physical with other people to a degree that they find it creepy. According to Gilmore, he is indeed good at business but "falls in love easy".

## **Biography**

### **"A Glorious Return" (E1x03)**

Eduard approached Dariax, who was in disguise as Tharla Starr, and gave her his card, asking her if she'd be interested in performing at the Black Swan. Dariax, as Tharla, began to negotiate, aided by Fearne and Dorian, but made no commitments. Eduard then left them, disappearing into the crowd.

## **Appearances and mentions**

* *Exandria Unlimited*
	+ "A Glorious Return" (E1x03) (first appearance)
	+ "What Comes Next" (E1x08), mentioned only

## **References**

1. ↑ See "A Glorious Return" (E1x03) at 40:48.
2. ↑ See "A Glorious Return" (E1x03) at 40:48.
3. ↑ See "A Glorious Return" (E1x03) at 44:13.
4. ↑ See "A Glorious Return" (E1x03) at 41:15.
5. ↑ See "A Glorious Return" (E1x03) at 44:26.
6. ↑ See "A Glorious Return" (E1x03) at 1:27:39.
7. ↑ See "A Glorious Return" (E1x03) at 1:27:42.
Elemental Plane of Earth

The **Elemental Plane of Earth** is one of many Planes of Existence in the *Critical Role* universe. It connects to a point on the world of Exandria in the Material Plane. It is a realm of dense rock, stone, gems, and ore, with tunnels beneath it.

## **Notable locations**

### **The rift to Terrah**

There is a rift near the surface of Exandria that connects the Material Plane to the Elemental Plane of Earth, located in the Cliffkeep Mountains near Kraghammer in Tal'Dorei. The Earth Ashari established a settlement called Terrah at the Exandrian end of the portal to guard the world from the energies of the Elemental Plane of Earth.

## **History**

### **"A Name Is Earned" (1x49)**

In Kamaljiori's chamber in the Cavern of Axiom, there are gateways to Elemental Planes. Percy rummaged past rocks and then finer stones until he reached sand, and shoved his hand and head through the sand marking the gateway to the Elemental Plane of Earth.

## **References**

1. ↑ See "An Exit Most Fraught" (3x48) at 2:29:28.
2. ↑ See "An Exit Most Fraught" (3x48) from 2:28:48 through 2:31:29.
3. ↑ See "Best Laid Plans..." (1x50) at 18:04.
4. ↑ See "A Name Is Earned" (1x49) at 4:06:13.
Eidys Dwendal

Fan art of Prince Eidys Dwendal, by NightFaeses.

**Prince Eidys Dwendal** is the prince of the Dwendalian Empire, and the heir of his father's throne as of 835 PD.

## **Description**

### **Appearance**

Eidys is a skilled and physically strong man.

### **Personality**

Eidys used to be a happy man who enjoyed an extravagant lifestyle, but he wasn't able to win his father's approval, leaving him jaded, dejected and bitter.

## **Biography**

Eidys was born from the marriage of King Bertrand and Queen Duvia, growing up to become the sole heir to the Empire, although less politically skilled than his parents. When he reached an appropriate age he married Suria Saugiss, a member of an influential noble house in the Empire. They were expected to produce the next heir in the line of succession, but so far they have not been able to.

In 825 PD Queen Duvia died, saddening her husband whose relationship with the prince deteriorated even more due to the lack of grandchildren, making the king obsessed with prolonging his life so as not to extinguish his dynasty, and putting even more pressure on Princess Suria. Faced with this situation, Eidys, now more bitter, continued trying to conceive a child with the intention of abdicating his position as heir to the throne.

## **Appearances and mentions**

* *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*, Figures of Interest entry

## **Trivia**

* He is referred as King Dwendal's "only living son", which might imply he had either siblings whom he all outlived or brothers he outlived. He could also have sisters who are still alive, although, given Bertrand's obsessive fear with leading his family line to a dead end, that would raise the question of the succession rights women have in the Dwendal royal family, or if those hypothetical sisters have heirs of their own.
* Eidys is, along with Prince Zuun'dak of the Iron Authority, one of the only known heirs that still can expect to inherit their monarchy's throne in Exandria, since all the other heirs belong to families that do not reign anymore or are missing or unavailable.

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 See *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*, p. 37.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 See *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*, p. 36.
3. ↑ See *Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting Reborn*, p. 77.
4. ↑ Odessa Tal'Dorei is part of the council of the Republic of Tal'Dorei, and the heiress of King Murghol and Queen Ulara is missing.

**Art:**

1. ↑ Fan art of Prince Eidys Dwendal, by NightFaeses (source). Used with permission.
Elam Genar

**Elam Genar** is a middle-aged female earth genasi living in Niirdal-Poc. As an NPC, Elam Genar is played by Aabria Iyengar.

## **Description**

### **Appearance**

Elam is described as tall. She smells of damp earth, and has rocky skin.

Elam's home is heavily decorated in shades of slightly muted purples, reds, and blues, with statues, pillows, and thick rugs, and she has a dog named Googal.

### **Personality**

Elam is extremely hospitable, welcoming in the Crown Keepers immediately after Fy'ra Rai brought them by, making them a meal, and offering them a place to stay. She is an excellent cook, but somewhat nervous of outsiders. However, she warms up to them very quickly.

She apparently has a recipe for fry bread with a plum-and-coffee chutney that she is eager to share.

## **Relationships**

### **Fy'ra Rai**

Fy'ra is very close with Elam and they have a friendly, bantering relationship.

### **Umejii**

Tetrarch Umejii stayed with Elam prior to leaving for the Iron Authority, and it is implied they are romantically involved.

## **Appearances and mentions**

* *Exandria Unlimited Prime*
	+ "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) (first appearance)
* *Exquisite Exandria: The Official Cookbook of Critical Role*

## **References**

1. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 44:21.
2. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 1:11:34.
3. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 1:08:42.  Elam is able to read the runes; Aabria then asks if anyone can speak Celestial but it is not made clear if this language is Celestial, or if it's merely related.
4. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 44:01.  Elam and Fy'ra Rai both speak an unspecified language; this could be either Primordial or the language of the Qoniira Tetrarchy
5. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 44:17.
6. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 45:11.
7. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 1:12:06.
8. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 45:25.
9. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 47:39.
10. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 46:50.
11. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 1:02:24.
12. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 1:16:36.
13. ↑ See *Exquisite Exandria: The Official Cookbook of Critical Role*, p. 54.
14. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 49:30.
15. ↑ See "The Gift Among the Green" (E1x06) at 1:21:24.
Emerald Tree

The **Emerald Tree**, also called the **Tomb of Oma-Dua**, is a green obelisk that acts as the place of rest of a powerful Gau Drashari named Oma-Dua. It is located in a shrine within a cave in the Irriam Canyon on the continent of Issylra.

## **Description**

In the entrance there is an archway that reads, in Primordial: "Within the Verdant Tomb, we keep her spirit enduring". After a section of the cavern with crystalline formations, the Emerald Tree itself can be found. The obelisk has a green coloration (not unlike residuum, although its exact composition is unknown), and even though it glows, it has a dark space in its center, presumably where Oma-Dua's spirit and/or remains are kept.

## **History**

Centuries ago Oma-Dua managed to seal Evithorir, a dark fey entity, beneath the rock of Cofferfall Hills. However, she ended up weakened by the Taker's mortal curse, and since she couldn't lift it, she spent the rest of her years transmitting her teachings to others and protecting the Irriam Canyon. When she died, a shrine-like tomb was constructed in that place, inside the cave.

The Emerald became a fane of power for the surrounding region, being protected by a druidic circle that was able to communicate with the still enduring spirit of Oma-Dua; the leader of the druids bears the title of "Hierophant of the Emerald Tree". They lived in the Verdant Tomb itself, in their own rooms, and had a large creature guarding the entrance to the shrine.

In 843 PD, the powerful magic of the apogee solstice caused Evithorir to be freed, and they attacked the shrine of the Emerald Tree, decimating its guardians and possessing their leader, the archdruid Hevestro, claiming control over their old enemy's tomb; however, the dark fey was defeated by a group of adventurers.

## **Trivia**

* It is possible that the obelisk is made of residuum, but if that's the case, Hevestro doesn't known the term.

## **References**

1. ↑ See "A Long Walk of Reflection" (3x62) at 3:10:45.
2. ↑ See "A Haunted Past" (3x63) at 1:49:44.
3. ↑ See "A Haunted Past" (3x63) at 1:52:32.
4. ↑ See "A Haunted Past" (3x63) at 3:30:58.
5. ↑ See "Crisis of Faith" (3x61) at 4:32:40.
6. ↑ See "A Long Walk of Reflection" (3x62) at 3:07:59.
7. ↑ See "A Haunted Past" (3x63).
8. ↑ See "A Haunted Past" (3x63) at 1:53:08.

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Efreeti

Efreeti, from *D&D: Monster Manual*, page 145.

**Efreet** are genies native to the Elemental Plane of Fire.

## **Appearance**

Efreet are humanoid in appearance. They are very tall, generally twelve feet. They are muscled, and have red or black skin.

## **Known efreet**

* Marrake al-Sidan al-Hariq ben Lazen
* The Illuminated

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 See *D&D: Monster Manual*, 5th ed., p. 145.
2. ↑ See *D&D: Xanathar's Guide to Everything*, 5th ed., p. 96.
3. ↑ See "Path of Brass" (1x74) from 2:30:21 through 2:33:36.
4. ↑ See *D&D: Monster Manual*, 5th ed., p. 142.

**Art:**

1. ↑  Efreeti on D&D Beyond. This file is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Wizards of the Coast Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Everline

**The Everline** is a powerful fishermen's guild operating in Emon. They have frequent feuds with the Onyx Banner, a shipping guild, over dock space and taxing of the dock use. Though their feuds have never come to blows the Everline has begun making secret alliances with the sahuagin of the southern coast.

## **References**

1. ↑ See *Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting*, p. 92.
Eselmyr

**Eselmyr** is a singer in Dr. Dranzel's Spectacular Traveling Troupe. As an NPC, Eselmyr is played by Matthew Mercer.

## **Description**

### **Appearance**

Eselmyr is a half-elven woman in her later years. She keeps her hair tied back into a very tight bun.

## **Biography**

### **"A Musician's Nostalgia" (1x37)**

Eselmyr was singing a song as part of Dr. Dranzel's troupe when Vox Machina ran into them at the Diamond Nest Tavern in Emon.

### **"Echoes of the Past" (1x38)**

Eselmyr was with the rest of Dr. Dranzel's troupe when Vox Machina met them at Greyskull Keep. She was mentioned by name for the first (and only) time in this episode.

## **Appearances and mentions**

* Campaign One
	+ "A Musician's Nostalgia" (1x37) (first appearance)
	+ "Echoes of the Past" (1x38)

## **References**

1. ↑ See "Echoes of the Past" (1x38) at 1:08:34.  The official transcript spells the name "Eselmyr."
2. ↑ See "A Musician's Nostalgia" (1x37) at 2:11:47.

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Errevon

Official art of Errevon, by Olivia Samson from *Vox Machina Origins III 1*.

**Errevon** was an ice elemental behemoth who attacked Tal'Dorei during the Icelost Years with the aid of the white dragon Skysunder.

## **Biography**

### **The Icelost Years**

Two years after the end of the Scattered War, Errevon and his elemental army invaded Tal'Dorei from the Elemental Plane of Ice via a portal in the forest now called the Frostweald. Skysunder, Herald of the Rimelord was a white dragon who had been sealed within the Frostfell, the Elemental Plane of Ice. At some time prior to or concurrent with the Scattered War, Skysunder began acting as a scout to Errevon in order to find the weakest points between the planes. It was with her help that, two years into the reign of Sovereign Zan Tal'Dorei's reign of her new kingdom, Errevon opened a portal in the forest now known as the Frostweald and plunged Tal'Dorei into an eternal winter known as the Icelost Years. Errevon then constructed a citadel of ice in the Foramere Basin.

After several years, the Tal'Dorei Council was finally able to convince both Syngorn and Kraghammer - who had been on opposing sides in the Scattered War - to ally with them and fight back the invasion. Together, the peoples of Tal'Dorei along with Ashari druids of Zephrah were able to push Errevon and his servants back into the Frostfell. The Ashari permanently closed the rift between planes, and the storm then quickly subsided, leaving some weaker spirits as the only remains of the Rimelord's army.

## **Appearances**

### **The Campaign of Vox Machina**

* "Winter's Crest in Whitestone" (1x36) at 2:14:26 (first mentioned)

### **Campaign Three**

* "A Taste of Tal'Dorei" (3x25), mentioned only
* "To Hurt Is to Heal" (3x79), mentioned only

### **Published works**

* *Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins*
	+ *Vox Machina Origins Series III*
		- *Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins III* #1 (first appearance) (appears in a flashback)

## **Trivia**

* While he was explaining his past during the Icelost Years Chetney Pock O'Pea said he was afraid of dragons. Since Errevon himself is a titan, this was likely a reference to Skysunder, the white dragon who acted as herald for the Rimelord.

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 See *Vox Machina Origins Series III*, Issue #3.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 See *Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting*, p. 10.
3. ↑ See *Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting*, p. 53.
4. ↑ See *Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting Reborn*, p. 234.
5. ↑ See "To Hurt Is to Heal" (3x79) at 2:54:13.

**Art:**

1. ↑ Official art of Errevon, by Olivia Samson from *Vox Machina Origins III 1*. Used with permission.
Elemental Plane of Air

The **Elemental Plane of Air** is one of many Planes of Existence in the *Critical Role* universe.  It connects to at least two points on the world of Exandria in the Material Plane.

## **Connections to the Material Plane**

### **The Portal to Zephrah**

There is a portal that connects the Material Plane to the Elemental Plane of Air. The Air Ashari established a settlement called Zephrah at the other end of the portal to guard the world from the energies of the Elemental Plane of Air.

### **Portal in Cavern of Axiom**

In Kamaljiori's chamber deep in the Cavern of Axiom, there are gateways to four Elemental Planes. Grog, Scanlan, and Vax'ildan leapt into a cyclone marking the gateway to the Elemental Plane of Air.

## **References**

1. ↑ See *Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting Reborn*, pp. 69–70.
2. ↑ See "Best Laid Plans..." (1x50) at 18:04.
3. ↑ See "A Name Is Earned" (1x49) at 4:10:54.  See also 4:21:08 (Scanlan) and 4:32:44 (Vax).
Emerald Gulch Sea

Official map of the Emerald Gulch Sea and nearby features from the Explorer's Guide to Wildemount, p. 7.

## Location Information

### **Region**

Frigid Depths

The **Emerald Gulch Sea** is a body of water within the Frigid Depths, located on the northeastern coast of Wildemount.

## **Description**

The Emerald Gulch Sea is bordered to the east by Far Hharom, Xhorhas to the south, and the Greying Wildlands to the northwest. The Kryn city of Jigow's economy is based on fishing out of the sea.

## **Trivia**

* Despite the name Emerald Gulch, the body of water more closely resembles a gulf, being a deep inlet of sea almost entirely surrounded by land, whereas a gulch is a narrow ravine.

## **References**

1. ↑ See *Explorer's Guide to Wildemount*, p. 139.

**Art:**

1. ↑ Official map of the Emerald Gulch Sea and nearby features from the Explorer's Guide to Wildemount, p. 7. This page contains unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Wizards of the Coast Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Elemental gem

### **Properties**

Permits the bearer to summon an elemental, as if by the *Conjure Elemental* spell; the magic is lost once used.

## Historical Information

### Owners

* Iron Shepherds
* Beauregard Lionett

### **Fate**

Used in combat against Thelashas

An **elemental gem** is a gem containing a mote of elemental energy. It can be used once to summon an elemental as if by the *Conjure Elemental* spell, after which the magic is lost.

## **Description**

The elemental gem's type determines which elemental it summons. Blue sapphire will summon an air elemental; yellow diamond an earth elemental; red corundum a fire elemental; and emerald a water elemental.

## **History**

The Mighty Nein found a red corundum elemental gem cut into a square shape in the Bag of Holding they found at the Sour Nest. Caleb identified it and gave it to Beau, who held on to it until finally using it to summon a fire elemental in the fight against Thelashas in the Folding Halls of Halas.

## **References**

1. ↑ See *D&D: Dungeon Master's Guide*, 5th ed., p. 167.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 See *D&D: Dungeon Master's Guide*, 5th ed., p. 168.
3. ↑ See "The Stowaway" (2x45) at 3:18:58.
4. ↑ See *D&D: Dungeon Master's Guide*, 5th ed., pp. 167–168.
5. ↑ See "The Journey Home" (2x30) at 0:49:33.
6. ↑ See "The Journey Home" (2x30) at 0:52:00.
7. ↑ See "The Journey Home" (2x30) at 1:09:06.
8. ↑ See "The Stowaway" (2x45) at 3:18:58.
Eric

**Eric** was the bee companion of the bard Capo. As an NPC, Eric was played by Matthew Mercer.

## **Description**

### **Appearance**

Eric does not lose his stinger and die after stinging a foe, making him in all likelihood a bumblebee.

## **Appearances and mentions**

* Specials
	+ "Stephen Colbert's D&D Adventure with Matthew Mercer" (Sx43) (first appearance)

## **Trivia**

* Stephen Colbert likely chose to name his bee companion Eric as a reference to hip-hop producer Eric B.
* The name Eric could also be a reference to a Monty Python sketch titled "Eric the Half-Bee".

## **References**

1. ↑ See "Stephen Colbert's D&D Adventure with Matthew Mercer" (Sx43) at 00:47:15.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 See Critical Role's tweet for Capo and Eric's stats.