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keftiu
Senior Scribe
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 Posted - 29 Feb 2020 : 08:55:55
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Saw a resounding endorsement of Arabel in another thread and appreciated it, as I’d never even think to look into it. It made me wonder what other locales I’m ignorant of, so I’d love to hear everyone else’s!
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4e fangirl. Here to queer up the Realms. |
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Zeromaru X
Great Reader
Colombia
2447 Posts |
Posted - 29 Feb 2020 : 16:04:44
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| Besides Neverwinter? I guess Djerad Thymar. The place feels alien and is a good fitting in a fantasy setting. |
Instead of seeking change, you prefer a void, merciless abyss of a world... |
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Wooly Rupert
Master of Mischief
USA
36782 Posts |
Posted - 29 Feb 2020 : 17:25:17
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For the Realms, I'm all about Waterdeep and Silverymoon.
Waterdeep's system of government, with its Hidden Lords, fascinates me, and the large, cosmopolitan, and good-ish nature of the city appeals, as well.
Silverymoon has the large and cosmopolitan things going on, as well, but leans more to good and throws in a lot more magic. And it's named for my favorite Realms deity, which is another plus. |
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Dalor Darden
Great Reader
USA
4211 Posts |
Posted - 29 Feb 2020 : 19:12:30
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I really love Zhentil Keep. It is a city of danger and manifold layers of intrigue. There are elements of it that you really don’t see in even the other Moonsea cities. People have said “but it is dominated by the Zhentarim” to which I simply respond “Waterdeep has its Hidden Lords that dominate as well...most cities are dominated by someone” and leave it at that.
Good adventure can be had nearly anywhere really. |
The Old Grey Box and AD&D for me! |
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Copper Elven Vampire
Master of Realmslore
1078 Posts |
Posted - 29 Feb 2020 : 21:11:14
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Everlund; a large city with a mixed population of elves, dwarves, humans, gnomes and halflings.
Silverymoon; as above but with much more magic |
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Seravin
Master of Realmslore
Canada
1267 Posts |
Posted - 29 Feb 2020 : 23:47:56
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My two favorites are Phlan (I'm old school and Pool of Radiance was my intro to the Realms) and Saerloon, I just fell in love with the Cult leaders there in Spellfire and the write up of it in FRA - the temples to Mystra and Azuth are so cool, and I love a gothic city with gargoyles.
Immersea is my favorite village by far, because of the Wyvern's Spur. |
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keftiu
Senior Scribe
656 Posts |
Posted - 03 Mar 2020 : 07:02:27
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My two favorites are Phlan (I'm old school and Pool of Radiance was my intro to the Realms) and Saerloon, I just fell in love with the Cult leaders there in Spellfire and the write up of it in FRA - the temples to Mystra and Azuth are so cool, and I love a gothic city with gargoyles.
Immersea is my favorite village by far, because of the Wyvern's Spur.
I've actually really fallen for Saerloon as well, though for very different reasons: under Netherese occupation in the 4e era, its recently endured a crackdown on faiths other than the church of Shar, and is noted to potentially be the most poised for revolution. |
4e fangirl. Here to queer up the Realms. |
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George Krashos
Master of Realmslore
Australia
6648 Posts |
Posted - 03 Mar 2020 : 08:20:17
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Lyrabar.
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"Because only we, contrary to the barbarians, never count the enemy in battle." -- Aeschylus |
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Gary Dallison
Great Reader
United Kingdom
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Brimstone
Great Reader
USA
3286 Posts |
Posted - 03 Mar 2020 : 14:09:30
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| Waterdeep. To me it's the New York City of the Realms. Always hustling and bustling. |
"These things also I have observed: that knowledge of our world is
to be nurtured like a precious flower, for it is the most precious
thing we have. Wherefore guard the word written and heed
words unwritten and set them down ere they fade . . . Learn
then, well, the arts of reading, writing, and listening true, and they
will lead you to the greatest art of all: understanding."
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cpthero2
Great Reader
USA
2285 Posts |
Posted - 04 Mar 2020 : 00:19:22
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Learned Scribe keftiu,
My favorite city is a little off the path: Alsyrrt. It sounds amazing the way it was described in Sea of Fallen Stars
Best regards,
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Higher Atlar
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Barastir
Master of Realmslore
Brazil
1600 Posts |
Posted - 04 Mar 2020 : 17:49:54
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| I like Daggerford for its simpler life, with Waterdeep's proximity making the great city luxuries within reach. It is also near to the Misty Forest to the south and Ardeep to the north, to the ruins of Mount Illefarn and to Sir Elorfindar's estate. A great place for adventurers to thrive as the local heroes. |
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fought for to be attained and maintained.
Lead by example.
Let your deeds speak your intentions.
Goodness radiated from the heart."
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cpthero2
Great Reader
USA
2285 Posts |
Posted - 04 Mar 2020 : 19:51:30
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Master Barastir,
I can see why you would like that. It is a great place for adventurer's to break out and do their thing, and have plenty of ports of call available for all manner of activities! Perfectly centered.
I prefer staying away from the cities such as Waterdeep and Calimport as they are just too big, too fleshed out, and a little cosmopolitan for my tastes. Then again, it is about the PC's. :)
Best regards,
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I like Daggerford for its simpler life, with Waterdeep's proximity making the great city luxuries within reach. It is also near to the Misty Forest to the south and Ardeep to the north, to the ruins of Mount Illefarn and to Sir Elorfindar's estate. A great place for adventurers to thrive as the local heroes.
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AJA
Senior Scribe
USA
749 Posts |
Posted - 05 Mar 2020 : 01:13:43
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My favorite city to write and read about is definitely Waterdeep, but I've always had a special fondness for Elversult ever since I first read through the Forgotten Realms Adventures hardcover. The map of the city and the accompanying text, "Elversult stands where it does because of the many small spring-fed ponds (said to contain lost treasure) that nestle here among wooded knolls. A fairly new settlement, Elversult has always had a strong ruler, and as a result none of the woods or ponds have been despoiled. Lacking any walls, Elversult sprawls beyond the hills" really spoke to me. If this were a "where in the Realms would you like to live" question, that would be my answer over the City of Splendors.
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cpthero2
Great Reader
USA
2285 Posts |
Posted - 05 Mar 2020 : 08:59:55
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Senior Scribe AJA,
You know that is a good point on what city would you want to live in, as opposed to what city is your favorite. My favorite city would be a tourist destination for me, but I obviously would not want to live there.
You have inspired me to start a new topic (but to search it first!).
Best regards,
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Originally posted by AJA
My favorite city to write and read about is definitely Waterdeep, but I've always had a special fondness for Elversult ever since I first read through the Forgotten Realms Adventures hardcover. The map of the city and the accompanying text, "Elversult stands where it does because of the many small spring-fed ponds (said to contain lost treasure) that nestle here among wooded knolls. A fairly new settlement, Elversult has always had a strong ruler, and as a result none of the woods or ponds have been despoiled. Lacking any walls, Elversult sprawls beyond the hills" really spoke to me. If this were a "where in the Realms would you like to live" question, that would be my answer over the City of Splendors.
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Favorite city?
