Bosson Ketanya was a spy for the Arms division of the Iron Throne mercantile group specialized in infiltrating and eavesdropping on rival merchants. When caught, he would talk his way out of trouble with the aid of a ring of human influence.
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Cartographer: Mike Schley DM screen included in R.A. Salvatore, James Wyatt, Jeffrey Ludwig (November 19, 2013). Legacy of the Crystal Shard. (Wizards of the Coast). ISBN 0-7869-6464-2.
The Frozenfar comprised the Spine of the World mountains; the frigid lands to the north and west; including Icewind Dale, the Cold Run, the icebergs of the Sea of Moving Ice, and the northeasternmost part of the Trackless Sea.
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Today we shine a spotlight on the iconic female characters of #dnd that have inspired countless players.
We also honor the incredible women behind #TTRPG. From game designers to artists, women have been instrumental in shaping our favorite games.
The Eye of Myrkul was an irregular astronomical event where the new moon passed through Mystra's circle of stars, swelling the Lord of Bones' power. In 1202 DR, it let Myrkul shatter Ebondeath into dust and bind the dracolich's spirit to its remains
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Artists: Guy McLimore, Valerie Valusek Poster map included in Richard Rydberg, et al. (August 1989). Gateway to Ravens Bluff, the Living City. Edited by Jean Rabe, Skip Williams, Ed Sollers. (TSR, Inc.).
Sundaroon's Seatower was a fortified spire located in the Seaglimpse neighborhood of Ravens Bluff. The Seatower contained a number of naval defenses, including heavy catapults, fire shot soaked with oil and stone balls linked with chain.
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The oddly named mule flower was a plant imbued with natural magic and its pollen was addictive: when consumed, it enhanced physical strength but inhibited one's intelligence.
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36 Years Ago: Forgotten Realms Adventures was released.
This 2e resource explored the Time of Troubles & the effects it had on the Realms. It also provided a detailed tour of several major cities.
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The Fiery Flagon was a stately old tavern in Waterdeep that served excellent food. Hidden within the confines of the building was a secret access tunnel that provided access to the lawless city of Skullport.
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Flesh to gold was a unique spell from the sixth circle of magic that could be cast via a valid trade visa signed by Gerringothe Thorm of the ruined Reithwin village in the shadow-cursed lands along the Chionthar river.
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Cartography by Diesel Map of Semphar included in David Cook (August 1990). The Horde. Edited by Steve Winter. (TSR, Inc.). ISBN 0-88038-868-4.
Murghôm was an inland nation of farmers and horsemen in East Faerûn north of Gbor Nor. Fearsome dire horses were known to roam its wilderness, inspiring fear, awe, folk tales, and even cultist veneration.
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Nurymm Zek was the archmage of Undrek'Thoz, a drow confederation in the Underdark beneath Thay. He once plotted to become the new god of magic by gathering four Imaskari artifacts, and with their power free the Masters of Absolute Accord.
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Art by Todd Lockwood. Skip Williams, Jonathan Tweet, Monte Cook (July 2003). Monster Manual v.3.5. (Wizards of the Coast), p. 201. ISBN 0-7869-2893-X.
When touching a creature, gelatinous cubes secreted a paralyzing substance that was immediately absorbed through the skin into the bloodstream. After engulfing a victim, the cube moved pockets of digestive fluid towards the body, quickly digesting it
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The Headless Troll was the only inn in the village of Olostin's Hold in the High Forest. Its name was derived from a beheaded troll whose body once rampaged through the inn.
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38 Years Ago: Empires of the Sands was released.
This 2e accessory provides a wealth of knowledge for the Lands of Intrigue: Amn, Calimshan, and Tethyr. It also included a pair of fold-out color poster maps.
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House Stormweather was a noble family of Waterdeep that specialized in shipping and naval exploration. They operated out of their family's villa located in the city's North Ward.
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The Great Game was a form of contest among the wizards of Halruaa, mostly involving the exploration of other wizards' trap-filled lairs. Wizards would challenge each other to traverse their lairs, and it was impolite to refuse a challenge.
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Artist: Wayne England Source: Reynolds, Forbeck, Jacobs, Boyd (March 2003). Races of Faerûn. (Wizards of the Coast), p. 13. ISBN 0-7869-2875-1.
Steeders were domesticated by the duergar and employed as mounts. Female steeders were used in battle while the smaller males were used to transport cargo.
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Devlin was a young and charismatic Waukeenar priest who became embroiled in a scheme to turn the dinosaur-riddled Forgotten Island off Chult into a tourist destination.
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Artists: Dana Knutson, Peggy Cooper, Robert Repp Source: Bill Slavicsek and J.M. Salsbury (1994). The Deva Spark. Edited by Michele Carter. (TSR, Inc), p. 25. ISBN 1560769165.
In combat, phoenixes were fierce adversaries with no fear of a fight to the death, since their rebirth was assured. Though their physical attacks were quite fast & powerful, they preferred to use their large array of innate magical effects.
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Whale's Tail House was a disreputable merchant house of Ravens Bluff, operating out of ramshackle buildings in the Crow's End district. Its members were known for getting into brawls and fencing stolen goods.
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35 Years Ago: Realmspace was released.
This 2e #spelljammer accessory describes the planets of Realmspace, the crystal sphere of Toril. It also describes new magical items, monsters and vessels.
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Christopher Perkins, James Haeck, James Introcaso, Adam Lee, Matthew Sernett (September 2018). Waterdeep: Dragon Heist. Edited by Jeremy Crawford. (Wizards of the Coast), pp. 8–9. ISBN 978-0-7869-6625-7.
The Griffon Cavalry was a militia organization made up of soldiers, and griffons, responsible for defending and patrolling Waterdeep.
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📖: Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
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Gloomwrought weapons were magic weapons made in Gloomwrought the Shadowfell reflection of the city of Neverwinter. Some of these powerful arms found their way to the Prime Material plane and into the hands of adventurers from Neverwinter.
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Artemis Entreri's about to shank someone.
The image from the Artemis Entreri card from Spellfire: Master the Magic, the #dnd CCG that TSR hastily launched in response to the popularity of Magic The Gathering.
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No Seriously. Look it up. Nightstalkers edition, card 29/100.
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Red Harvald was an adventurer from Glen in Mistledale. He defended the village from brigands, orcs, and ogres, and was said to have explored every ruin within 40 miles of Glen. Somewhat of a local hero, he had a reputation as a tough, but good man.
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Eric L. Boyd, Erik Mona (May 2002). Faiths and Pantheons. Edited by Gwendolyn F.M. Kestrel, et al. (Wizards of the Coast), p. 196. ISBN 0-7869-2759-3.
Heartwarders were the specialty priests devoted to goddess Sune. They encouraged love and enjoyment of all things in life. When combat arose they typically chose to shield others from harm rather than fight.
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