Moonsea 1357, An Introduction


The name "Moonsea" applies to both the lake and its environs. The area stretches south as far as the mouth of the River Lis where the it flows into the Dragon Reach, West to the Dragonspine Mountains, North to the frigid steppes of the Ride, Thar, and the Tortured Land, and East to the Galena and Earthspur Mountains.

The area is infamous for its bleak landscapes, harsh winters, ravaging dragons, pirates, and rapacious local governments: Some of the most aggressive cities in Faerûn rise from the Moonsea's shores: Hillsfar, Mulmaster, and Zhentil Keep. Wherever a government exists in the Moonsea; it rules with an iron grip. Tombs, ruins, and monster lairs abound in the Moonsea, as do complex intrigues and double dealing tyrants. The battle cry of the area is well chosen: "Dare - and Beware!"

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Daedred Elfriend is a hero of the people. His campaigns around Elventree and Hillsfar against monsters and evil men alike have earned him fame and respect amongst good folk throughout the land. So much so that when word spread that Daedred and his companions had built an elven style fortress in the forests south of Elventree many an adventurous soul, including yourselves, left the comfort of their homes to join his struggle against the growing presence of evil in the surrounding lands. There is even rumour that Daedred’s victories against the evil agents of Zhentil Keep in particular have earned him the respect of the legendary Harpers. The Harpers are secret society of adventurers dedicated to eradicating corruption and injustice.

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