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Forgotten Realms (Jason)

 
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A land of magic, intrigue, and high adventure.

 
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Fantasy

 
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The current year is 1492.

 
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group Zravrurz A red-bearded dwarf who works as a contractor for the [[Group-26743]]. Usually seen in the company of several [[Race-46403]]. Kidnapped [[Character-1069179]] once.
group "Anwen" Probably not important.
group Tontuh Master Dockmaster's Assistant.
group Chahngah Interim Master Dockmaster for Waterdeep.
group Andal Murdered in the Hollow House; put to rest thanks to Nef and Ser Ander. Nef kept his severed, decaying head as an arcane focus for some reason.
group J.A. The intended recipient of [[Item-101269]]. In [[Scene-19993]], J.A.'s identity was revealed as [[Character-1108124]].
group Vincent Trench Secret-Stealer, proprietor of [[Building-5346]] detective agency.
group Sven Innkeeper at [[Building-7682]]. Used to be an adventurer like you.
group Py'ah, the Ball Designated Butt Monkey of [[Town-21096]].
group Terrence and Alessa Proprietors of [[Building-5639]].
group "Q" A mysterious source with inside information on the [[Group-27481]].
group Archibald A man about a horse.
group Margaret Overpass Guide
group Abhaya "Abay" Kanishk Durian's apprentice, sort of???
group Lemmy Murder witness in jeopardy.
group Cool Guy coolest motherfucker in Waterdeep
group Shalayah Dockmaster down the east end of the Dock Ward.
group Durian Birchstone Cleric of [[Deity-20373]] and newest party member.
group that duergar we fought in the sewers
group Ser Julian Ander Head of the [[Building-5123]], but it also seems he's mixed up with something larger...
group Emerle Blackwater Proprietor of Eggs 'n Stuff. Ready to kick it up a notch?
group Jiles "A procurer of common goods, you could say." Shady guy Nef ran into in the Market once.
group Lif ("Birdpipes") An invisible, incorporeal being that dwells in Trollskull Manor and really wants it to be reopened for some reason.
group Edward the Magister Who you gonna call?
group Durnan Owner of [[Building-5133]], but there's more to this "humble barkeep" than meets the eye...
group Fala Botanist and apothecary, owner of [[Building-5345]].
group "Piergeiron" Just who *was* sitting in Box 2 that night?
group Mihilor The Nightmare.
group Avi Blacksmith, co-owner of [[Building-5348]].
group Embrik Fire genasi blacksmith, co-owner of [[Building-5348]].
group Splitter
group Lash
group Kithula
group Desire "Dezzy" Falken Formerly known only as "Drow courier." Possibly the last person to see Galvin Barnabas alive. Unfortunately, he got murdered as well.
group Ria Aasimar proprietress of [[Building-5325]].
group Butch Purveyor of fine *charcuterie*.
group Ord Artemel Nef's older brother and heir of the Artemel Estate.
group Aslyn Ahrulnath Showmaster at [[Building-4433]], responsible for choreography. Implied to be associated with the Harpers.
group Oz Proprieter of [[Building-5125]]. He also takes commissions.
group Madame Starfall Seer of futures.
group Threestrings That other bard.
group Mikal family Minor Waterdhavian nobles, and the last customers of Galvin Barnabas.
group Mariel One of Afternoon Nap's apprentices at Tall Tails.
group Sunny Shore Smoke's older sister, one of the twins.
group Misty Shore Smoke's older sister, one of the twins.
group Velvet Chain Smoke's older sister. The family's not sure what she's up to these days, as her letters are sporadic and raise more questions than they answer, but it sure *sounds* like she leads an interesting life.
group Fire in the Sky Smoke's oldest sister. She's a wizard, currently plying her trade as an aventurer.
group Breath of Night Smoke's mom.
group Afternoon Nap Smoke's dad.
group Worsashi Driltath Sunrise aficionado, everyone's best friend, absolute pro at housecleaning. Probably not a serial killer, maybe.
group Galvin Barnabas High-end costume designer, storyteller, murder victim.
group Crentz Xanathar Guild enforcer or something.
group Bixi We're not actually sure what he does around here.
group Magistrate Kylynne Silmerhelve
group Chaera Son of Luna, and reluctant host of the goddess [[Deity-18723]]... until he tried it and was like "oh wow this is great actually."
group Luna Chosen and/or avatar of the moon-goddess [[Deity-18723]], beloved by all of Waterdeep.
group Zukk the Disfigured Tour guide for the Waterdeep Sewers.
group Jhaan and Jensala A pair of young adventurers, patrons at the Yawning Portal.
group Dagult Neverember Former Open Lord of Waterdeep. Renaer's estranged father.
group Karnar Forgeheart Friend of Renaer, lives in the Dock Ward. Harper.
group Davil Recruiter for a certain organization.
group Connors Crooked gambler who hangs out at [[Building-5309]].
group Jan Patron of [[Building-5309]]. Not very good at dice.
group Maude Proprietress of the Crimson Corset.
group Mort Proprietor of Mort's Warehouse, where Thern used to work.
group Obaya Uday Some lady.
group Jalester Silvermane Some guy.
group Bonnie Barmaid at the Yawning Portal.
group Floon Blagmaar Wrong place, wrong time.
group Volothamp Geddarm
group Yagra Stonefist Knows a guy.
group Captain Hyustus Staget Finest detective on the force, even if his methods are a little ... torturey.
group Thernek Clockmort Maker of magical oddities, and the party's liaison with the Lords' Council.
group Mirt Flamboyant, swashbuckling Harper, and frequent patron of Lightsinger Theater.
group Renaer Neverember The party's closest ally in Waterdeep.
group Nef Artemel Bard, adventurer, ghost-whisperer. Also, too dumb to live.
group Esmerelda Amethyst Rogue, anti-vaxxer, serial gold-digger.
group Smoke on the Water Brains of the operation.

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emoji_events Fancy scabbard An ornately tooled leather scabbard for a straight-bladed dagger. When Smoke found it, it contained a surprisingly cheap dagger, which seemed out of place. He suspects the person who was snooping w...
emoji_events Staget's Dossier
emoji_events Replica Dark Blade daggers Wicked daggers used by the House of the Dark Blade. However, on closer inspection, they're not 100-year-old antiques, but more recent reproductions.
emoji_events Dark Blade challenge coins Coin with a hole in the middle, commonly held by members of the House of the Dark Blade. Has an inscription (usually in [[Language-21665]]) on the back side.
emoji_events Captain Staget's challenge coin
emoji_events Invitation to Lunch at Trollskull Manor (19 Mpn 1492) > Renaer, > > It's occurred to me that we've yet to show you the new place! If you're free, you ought to drop by Trollskull Manor for lunch in a couple of days. Let us say, the 21st of Marpenoth...
emoji_events Andal's head The decaying severed head of a man named Andal, who was murdered in the Hollow House. Nef kept the head even after Andal's spirit was put to rest, saying he felt a supernatural connection to it - "...
emoji_events Map - Sewers - City of the Dead A map of the sewers beneath the City of the Dead, borrowed from the [[Group-27482]].
emoji_events Ser Ander's Letter A blank sheet of paper, bearing the impression of what was written on the sheet above it. Found on the desk of [[Character-1108124]], in his rooms below the [[Building-5123]]. When rubbed with c...
emoji_events Monogrammed Locket A locket on a small silver chain - costume jewelry, gold-colored but not real gold. The front was monogrammed with a capital letter "B." Smoke wasn't initially able to get it open.
emoji_events Calligrapher's Kit Contains 10 sheets of parchment, an inkwell, and a slightly nicer refillable ink pen.
emoji_events Hairbrush of the Spa Treatment A fancy brush that has its own case and everything. It allows the user to effortlessly brush their hair (or fur) to perfection.
emoji_events Postponement Missive - Reply The Mikal family's reply to the [[Item-100630]]. Basically just says "yeah that's fine bro, just meet us at our house when you're done." Found on the body of the drow courier. The wax seal had b...
emoji_events Barnabas' Ledger The ledger for Barnabas' Emporium, detailing recent orders, but in code. It'll need to be deciphered before anything can be learned from it.
emoji_events Cryptic Diary Lighter than you'd expect for a book of its size. From the outside, it looks like a normal book, but inside, it was hollow and contained a set of smaller pages. The hidden book appeared to be a dia...
emoji_events Postponement Missive Shortly before his disappearance, Galvin Barnabas sent word to the Mikal family that he would be an hour late to their meeting. The following was delivered to the Mikal estate around 3:00 pm, 12th ...
emoji_events Sleep Smoke Smoke in a jar. When the jar is broken, the smoke rapidly fills the immediate area, putting everyone in it to sleep. It's great for kidnapping.
emoji_events Stolen costumes Commissioned by Inhala, second daughter of the [[Character-1092533]], and crafted by [[Character-1092512]]. The costumes were stolen before they could be delivered, but members of the [[Group-27481...
emoji_events Sending Stones
emoji_events Verlaxian Ale An extremely rare and expensive ale. According to legend, when a group drinks a bottle of this together, their fates will be intertwined forever - but also something good will happen to them, proba...
emoji_events Stone of Golorr or, "Stone of Galore"
emoji_events White Sanctuary challenge coin A grey metal coin of normal size. On the face, bears the symbol of [[Group-28178]]. On the back, it reads (in archaic [[Language-21662]]): > Remember the Mount. For there we stood against ...
emoji_events Paper bird Enchanted origami used for rapid communication. Basically, you write a note on it, write the recipient's name, and it flies right to them. Formerly in common use by the [[Group-26740]] of Waterdeep...
emoji_events Threatening Letter Found in Galvin Barnabas' desk drawer, mixed in with business letters. It stood out because it was addressed to Barnabas personally, rather than the Emporium. It contained a short poem with a hidde...

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business Fine Line Clothier A pretty good tailor's shop, supposedly.
business The Crimson Corset A surprisingly nice brothel down the street from the Skewered Dragon.
business Tall Tails Brewing Company The brewery owned and operated by [[Character-1046263]]'s family. Its sign depicts two cats with their tails held high and intertwined, each tail holding a flagon of beer.
business The Cat's Nip Pet store.
business Temple of Beauty Combination temple of Sune and full-service spa.
business A Cut Above Jeweler's shop near the Honorable Knight.
business Mort's Warehouse Thern's former workplace.
business Clerks' Guild office (North Ward) The offices and supply shop of the [[Group-27483]] for the North Ward.
business Mikal Estate
business Field of Triumph Waterdeep's premier sporting arena.
business Barnabas' Emporium Costume shop of the late [[Character-1092512]].
business Finer Things Shop that deals in rare finds and bespoke crafts. They also run a stall in the Market.
business Temple of the Seldarine Extremely Elfy
business House of Wonder Combination school of magic and temple of Mystra.
business Trollskull Manor A historic property in the North Ward. Formerly an alehouse of some renown, it's since fallen into disuse. Rumor has it the place is haunted, but so far there's no solid proof to suggest that.
business Lightsinger Theater Listen close - you might learn something.
business Hospice of St. Laupsenn The only place where they're qualified to treat [[Condition-2523]] .
business Artemel Manor Home of the noble Artemel family.
business The Yawning Portal Busiest tavern in Waterdeep. Also, contains what's probably the most direct route to the [[Continent-2016]].
business Halls of Justice Headquarters of the City Watch.
business The Skewered Dragon A seedy little watering hole in the Dock Ward.
business The Rolling Boil A somewhat upscale inn on the King's Road, not far from the Skewered Dragon.
business The Spouting Fish A tavern in the Docks Ward, with sewer access in the basement.
business The Trinket Traders They may not have *exactly* what you're looking for, but they've always got something rare and unusual.
business Seams Just Right Seamstress A decent place to get formal *enough* clothes for an *okay* price.
business The Secret Ingredient Purveyor of fine alcohols.
business The Bent Nail Carpenter's shop in Trollskull Alley.
business Corellon's Crown Greenhouse and apothecary in Trollskull Alley.
business Tiger's Eye Vincent Trench: private investigator, secret-stealer, etc.
business Bookwyrm's Treasure Bookstore in Trollskull Alley.
business The Steam and Steel Blacksmith's shop in Trollskull Alley.
business Zarimtar Street Shithouse It's full of shit. On 15 Marpenoth, [[Character-1046263]] discovered the body of [[Character-1092546]] here.
business Eggs 'n Stuff Street food vendor specializing in eggs... 'n stuff.
business The Tipsy Trout Probably a tavern. Not to be confused with [[Building-5313]].
business Candle Lane Warehouse
business Hollow House Where fools and suckers go to die.
business Worsashi's house
business The Shimmering Shanty An overpriced inn in [[Town-21096]].

1 condition reorder
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bubble_chart Devilplague A strange, infernal illness spread by negotiation.

2 continents reorder
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explore Faerûn The main continent.
explore Underdark The enormous network of caverns and passages honeycoming the earth far beneath [[Continent-1873]].

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flag Northwest Faerûn The region where Neverwinter and Waterdeep are located, along the Sword Coast.

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pets Thunder If anything happens to this horse, the world will end, probably.
pets Gazer They're like beholders, only tiny and stupid. Sometimes kept as pets by wizards, though *why* is beyond me.
pets Specter 3 spooky 5 me
pets Beholder Beauty is in the eye of...
pets Walking Statues of Waterdeep Disclaimer: Not currently walking.
pets Devil
pets Ghost 2 spooky 4 me
pets Intellect devourer *"You mean there's a brain in my brain?"*
pets Troll

6 deities reorder
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ac_unit Selûne Goddess of the moon, stars, navigation, wanderers, questers, seekers, and non-evil lycanthropes. Currently inhabiting the body of [[Character-1092496]], son of [[Character-1092495]].
ac_unit Ilmater God of those who suffer, the oppressed, and the persecuted.
ac_unit Sune Goddess of beauty, and sometimes love.
ac_unit Shar Goddess of Void, darkness, and the deep places of the earth. Sister (and eternal foe) of [[Deity-18723]].
ac_unit The Seldarine Elvish pantheon.
ac_unit Maezin Deity of dawn or something

2 floras reorder
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eco Creeping daily A slim, herbaceous vine with small blue flowers that open and close over the course of the day, hence the name. It's unusually mobile for a plant, capable of climbing a support in seconds rather th...
eco Hyacinth Bu-*cket* residence, lady of the house speaking...

14 groups reorder
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wc Overpass
wc City Watch Keepers of law and order in Waterdeep.
wc Xanathar Guild Kidnappers with some kind of ties to the [[Continent-2016]]. Their logo is in the shape of a sunburst.
wc Zhentarim Criminal underworld. Their logo is in the shape of a winged snake.
wc Knights of the Order Knights who selflessly serve any of a number of causes - religious, civic, or professional.
wc The White Sanctuary A group we know so little about that I'm not even totally sure it's a group.
wc Guilds of Waterdeep There are *so fucking many,* you guys,
wc Magisters' Guild Organization that monitors and handles all things magical in Waterdeep. All magic-users within the city are required to register with a Guild office.
wc Lords' Council The Masked Lords of Waterdeep.
wc Scriveners', Scribes', and Clerks' Guild Keepers of contract and record.
wc Dungsweeper's Guild The unsung heroes in charge of Waterdeep's public sanitation.
wc House of the Dark Blade Bad guys.
wc [ Insert party name here ] The PCs.
wc Harpers "One can never have too much information."

12 landmarks reorder
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location_on City of the Dead Waterdeep's main cemetery.
location_on The Market
location_on Heroes' Garden A garden featuring statues of Waterdeep's greatest heroes. Usually does not contain dead bodies.
location_on Yawning Portal The deep, dark well inside [[Building-5133]], and from which the pub draws its name. Supposedly, this is the quickest way to reach the [[Continent-2016]] from [[Town-16620]].
location_on Overpass Most people come and go from Waterdeep by land or by sea. But there exist several more... *unconventional* routes, if you know where to look.
location_on Street of Glances A street where people gather to watch the sunrise. They're all really happy and friendly, but none seem to actually know anything about each other.
location_on Sewers of Waterdeep Do you smell it? That smell. A kind of... smelly smell. A smelly smell that smells... smelly.
location_on The Honorable Knight Tall boi
location_on The Great Drunkard One of the Walking Statues, though he appears to have little interest in walking.
location_on Smugglers' Tunnels A network of tunnels below the streets of Waterdeep, connecting the basement of [[Building-5133]] to several other locations. They're in active use by smugglers.
location_on The Hawk Man
location_on The Old Captain A statue in the Heroes' Garden. Depicts Kelvar Helmfast, a military figure prominent in the history of Waterdeep. The body of [[Character-1092512]] was found draped over this statue.

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book The Dragon Hoard It's rumored that when Dagult Neverember was Open Lord of Waterdeep, he embezzled a shitload of money and hid it somewhere beneath the city, where it remains to this day. If someone found it, they'...
book Open Lord Barron and Lestene, the Masked Lady Barron was a former Open Lord of Waterdeep. He's famous for ending the Guild Wars, establishing the Magisters' Guild, and banishing the Shadow Thieves. Lestene was Barron's daughter. She was ins...
book Kerrigan the Arcanist Kerrigan was a former Open Lord of Waterdeep, but he's the only Open Lord who *doesn't* have a statue in the [[Landmark-6668]]. He killed the other Lords on the Council to come to power, then abuse...
book Volo's Guide to Monsters
book Code Legal The laws of Waterdeep.
book The Murder of Galvin Barnabas
book The Tale of Chakka'a A Chultan tribe, exiled from their homeland for mutiny and murder, ekes out a hardscrabble existence as sellswords in a foreign land.
book Captain Staget's Report (14 Marp 1492)

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flash_on Identify Allows the caster to identify magical items, determining their properties, usage, and effects. Or, you can identify what spells are affecting a creature.

2 planets reorder
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public Selûne The moon of Toril.
public Toril The planet we're on right now.

1 technology reorder
router Technologies close
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router Pneumatic tap A new pressurized system to get the ale up from the basement without lugging up the whole cask. Pioneered at [[Building-5318]].

3 towns reorder
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location_city Undercliff Village A smaller town in the shadow of Waterdeep. Nice enough place to live, unless you're the Ball.
location_city Baldur's Gate I got stabbed here. The food was fresh and drinks were tasty but I got stabbed here. Would consider going back
location_city Waterdeep The most important and influential city in the North, and perhaps in all Faerûn. A truly marvelous cosmopolitan city, and a hub of commerce and culture.

2 traditions reorder
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today Mountday A military holiday, not really celebrated by the general public.
today Mountday Tournament A fighting tournament traditionally held on Mountday.

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