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zemd
Master of Realmslore
France
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 Posted - 18 Jun 2005 : 10:52:02
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Once more i ask for your help fellow scribes.
To make it short my players went in the Elven Court in 714DR during the war. They travel back in present suffered from the ToT and know want to go to the Elven Court.
Who controls it? How is it?...
Thanks in advance 
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TymoraChosen
Seeker
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Posted - 19 Jun 2005 : 08:38:30
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Urm...well i am not clear what this topic says but still I will do what I can to understand about this topic. So the topic asks about the present situation of the elven court?
Well heres...something:
The Elven Court, known in Thorass as Everlor, was the home of the
royal family of Cormanthor and where most of what elven government
consisted of took place. It was a widespread community, more similar to
the separate holdfasts and farms of the Dales than the great cities of
the humans. Its greatest buildings were for the royal family, but most
of the community lived in wooden structures within the great trees of
the area. The elves of this region lived in the trees and were buried
beneath them among the trees' roots with most of their worldly
possessions. This was common practice for the elves, and as long as
there was a living elven presence in the area, grave robbers gave the
region a wide berth. Since the elven Retreat, however, adventurers and
tomb robbers have sought to plunder the treasure beneath the roots. In
addition (or perhaps as a result), more monstrous creatures now wander
the Elven Court as well.
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Phaerimm Bane
Acolyte
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Posted - 19 Jun 2005 : 08:40:17
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| Wait, I heard that the elven court is one of the many parts of activity in Cormanthor, am I right? And how many parts are there? |
A phaerimm? Let me butcher it! |
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Shadovar
Senior Scribe
785 Posts |
Posted - 19 Jun 2005 : 08:43:09
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| Cormathor is comprised of 4 parts, there were 4 main parts of elven activity in Cormanthor: Semberholme, the Tangled Trees, and the Elven Court. The last part is Myth Drannor, destroyed a long time ago. |
We have fostered trust, recruited loyalty, and gathered the faithful. We have trained thousands. Our legions can cover the land, fill the sky and travel through the darkness. We can hunt any and all that would deny our heritage. Now is our time, now is the time of the Dark Reign(Rain) of the Empire of Shadows.
- High Prince Telemont Tanthul, Lord Shadow
In a speech given to the citizens of Shade Enclave
At the celebration of the Shinantra Battle victory when he revealed that he was THE Lord Shadow of legend. |
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TymoraChosen
Seeker
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Posted - 19 Jun 2005 : 08:45:06
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| Right, I heard that there is a prize hidden in the elven court or in Myth Drannor, what is it? |
May tymora's blessings be heaped on all |
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Shadovar
Senior Scribe
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Posted - 19 Jun 2005 : 08:48:42
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Originally posted by TymoraChosen
Right, I heard that there is a prize hidden in the elven court or in Myth Drannor, what is it?
Prize? Unless the prize in question is the hall of the royal family of Cormanthor, i would presume it is something else. Well, the Hall of the royal family of Cormanthor exact location is never known, even the elves does not know it. |
We have fostered trust, recruited loyalty, and gathered the faithful. We have trained thousands. Our legions can cover the land, fill the sky and travel through the darkness. We can hunt any and all that would deny our heritage. Now is our time, now is the time of the Dark Reign(Rain) of the Empire of Shadows.
- High Prince Telemont Tanthul, Lord Shadow
In a speech given to the citizens of Shade Enclave
At the celebration of the Shinantra Battle victory when he revealed that he was THE Lord Shadow of legend. |
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Defender
Acolyte
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Posted - 19 Jun 2005 : 08:53:40
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Wait, there are also some things I would like to ask as well.
Such as these stuff found in the elven court :
1) Half-axe trail
2) Moander's Road
3) The standing stone
4) The tanlged trees
5) Vale of Lost Voices.
Any stuff on these? |
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Shadovar
Senior Scribe
785 Posts |
Posted - 19 Jun 2005 : 08:58:35
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Originally posted by Defender
Wait, there are also some things I would like to ask as well.
Such as these stuff found in the elven court :
1) Half-axe trail
2) Moander's Road
3) The standing stone
4) The tanlged trees
5) Vale of Lost Voices.
Any stuff on these?
Hmmm....I can answer the 3rd and the 5th question.
3rd question answer:
The Standing Stone is a huge plinth of glossy gray rock, incised
with elven runes that wind about its base in a series of bands. The
stone itself is over 20 feet high, and may be found where the Moonsea
Ride joins Rauthauvyr's Road.
The Standing Stone was erected 1,367 years ago by mighty elven mages
to commemorate the pact between the Elven Court and the newly arriving Dalesmen. The winding script at the base of the Stone states the terms of that pact: that while there are elves in the forest, the people of the Dales may settle in those lands at their borders, but not reduce the woods or invade elven territories.
The wood has been reduced severely since the stone was erected,
often by other human agents (in particular the Sembians), who have had little love of the People. When the Sembians forced the road through to Hillsfar, the elves responded by routing the road to pass at the base of the stone, ironically pointing out that not
all people need to deal at the point of a sword.
The Standing Stone has some enchantment upon it and radiates magic.
It cannot be defaced or marred, for stains or cuts on its surface heal within days.
5th question anwer:
Vale of Lost Voices
Hidden in the depths of the elven wood is a lightly wooded defile
that lies across Rauthauvyr's Road between the Standing Stone and
Essembra. This Vale of Lost Voices is a rich and fertile area, yet
unsettled.
The Vale is a place sacred to the elves, for here they placed the
bodies of their fallen warriors, and here their ghosts wander. The
elves seldom go here, preferring when they do to visit it alone in
search of spiritual guidance and peace or with family to make a burial or come to a wake. But the Vale is said to be guarded for the elves by another unknown being even in these times, and none has chosen to ettle in it.
Moander's Road? Unheard of. |
We have fostered trust, recruited loyalty, and gathered the faithful. We have trained thousands. Our legions can cover the land, fill the sky and travel through the darkness. We can hunt any and all that would deny our heritage. Now is our time, now is the time of the Dark Reign(Rain) of the Empire of Shadows.
- High Prince Telemont Tanthul, Lord Shadow
In a speech given to the citizens of Shade Enclave
At the celebration of the Shinantra Battle victory when he revealed that he was THE Lord Shadow of legend. |
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
31774 Posts |
Posted - 19 Jun 2005 : 09:20:20
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quote:
Originally posted by zemd
Once more i ask for your help fellow scribes.
To make it short my players went in the Elven Court in 714DR during the war. They travel back in present suffered from the ToT and know want to go to the Elven Court.
Who controls it? How is it?...
Thanks in advance
Ruins of Myth Drannor pretty much covers most of that period, directly after what the Old Gray boxed set originally detailed about the Elven Court. With the fading power of the elves due to the Retreat, the ruins during 1359 DR are still rife with fiends and other nasties -- remnants from the Fall. There is no *true* elven power to speak of as such.
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
31774 Posts |
Posted - 19 Jun 2005 : 09:31:56
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Originally posted by Defender
Wait, there are also some things I would like to ask as well.
Such as these stuff found in the elven court :
1) Half-axe trail
2) Moander's Road
3) The standing stone
4) The tanlged trees
5) Vale of Lost Voices.
Any stuff on these?
These locations are all detailed in the Old Gray Boxed Set, 2e FR Boxed Set (revised), and the 3e FRCS. The four main centres of elven power in the Realms are also covered in those same three reference sources.
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The Standing Stone was erected 1,367 years ago by mighty elven mages to commemorate the pact between the Elven Court and the newly arriving Dalesmen.
That was correct during the time of 2e FR (revised) Boxed Set. Remember that the Standing Stone reflects the foundation of the Dalereckoning system. As such, using this game year as a basis, the Standing Stone was erected 1,374 (1,375) years ago (depending on the current date of your campaign).
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Wooly Rupert
Master of Mischief
USA
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Posted - 19 Jun 2005 : 16:53:46
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| Moander's Road is the path of devestation wrought by the Abomination as it was happily plowing thru the woods. It was basically leveling and absorbing all organic material in its path. |
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Shadovar
Senior Scribe
785 Posts |
Posted - 20 Jun 2005 : 07:53:24
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| There were some sources which claim that Moander's avatar was happily plowing his way through the woods to reach Myth Drannor until someone or a band stopped him. |
We have fostered trust, recruited loyalty, and gathered the faithful. We have trained thousands. Our legions can cover the land, fill the sky and travel through the darkness. We can hunt any and all that would deny our heritage. Now is our time, now is the time of the Dark Reign(Rain) of the Empire of Shadows.
- High Prince Telemont Tanthul, Lord Shadow
In a speech given to the citizens of Shade Enclave
At the celebration of the Shinantra Battle victory when he revealed that he was THE Lord Shadow of legend. |
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zemd
Master of Realmslore
France
1103 Posts |
Posted - 20 Jun 2005 : 09:03:01
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| I'll have to dig threw ruins of Myth Drannor so. Thanks i took notes of what you said |
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Kajehase
Great Reader
Sweden
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Posted - 20 Jun 2005 : 12:38:10
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Originally posted by Shadovar
There were some sources which claim that Moander's avatar was happily plowing his way through the woods to reach Myth Drannor until someone or a band stopped him.
The most prominent of those "sources," obviously being Curse of the Azure Bonds, if I remember correctly, in order for "Old Trash Heap" to figuratively (and literally too come to think of it ) dance on Myth Drannor's grave. |
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Asgetrion
Master of Realmslore
Finland
1564 Posts |
Posted - 20 Jun 2005 : 13:53:23
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Apparently a piece of the Abomination still lies beside Moander“s Road, and contains some shambling mounds and slimes. Moander had to abandon this bit of his avatar as he/it was attacked by Mist (see 'Curse of the Azure Bonds'). This piece of information is probably from Dalelands, VGtD, or F&A (I can't recall the exact source as I am away from my books).
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Kajehase
Great Reader
Sweden
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Posted - 20 Jun 2005 : 14:56:30
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taken from Volo's Guide to the Dalelands - my highlight
Exactly what is now on the move in the Darkwatch is not certain, but the rift does connect with the Underdark. The rot and decay bound into it so long ago were a greater part of the powers of Moander, hurled by that dark god as a weapon against a fair elven city - and so made vulnerable to its inhabitants influence in return. The city of Tsornyl was blighted and corrupted beyond redemption and many of its inhabitants twisted into dark, monstrous races. (Deepspawn are said to be one of these.)
However, the creeping evil Moander threw off to do this deed was severed from the god forever by a divine mighty countermagic that cost many bright elves their lives - and the lessened, tortured god was thus able to be cast out of Faerūn - or so the tale goes.
Were these the paragraphs you were thinking of? |
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DDH_101
Master of Realmslore
Canada
1272 Posts |
Posted - 20 Jun 2005 : 17:47:32
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| The Elven Court is still controlled by elves, half-elves and human allies, but they are not exactly a strong force. The area, like some others have said, still have fiends around but you should also include House Jaelre. They have made themselves a presence and force to be reckoned with in that part of Cormanthyr. |
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Shadovar
Senior Scribe
785 Posts |
Posted - 21 Jun 2005 : 07:40:04
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Originally posted by DDH_101
The Elven Court is still controlled by elves, half-elves and human allies, but they are not exactly a strong force. The area, like some others have said, still have fiends around but you should also include House Jaelre. They have made themselves a presence and force to be reckoned with in that part of Cormanthyr.
I am beginining to think that House Jaelre may be the next biggest threat to the Dalelands, or maybe even to Faerun. For they seek to understand and maybe master elven High Magics indcluding understanding the elven Mythal. Given their tactics and cunning, yes, DDH_101, you are certainly right that they are a force to be reckoned with, not only in Cormanthyr but in the whole of the Dalelands. |
We have fostered trust, recruited loyalty, and gathered the faithful. We have trained thousands. Our legions can cover the land, fill the sky and travel through the darkness. We can hunt any and all that would deny our heritage. Now is our time, now is the time of the Dark Reign(Rain) of the Empire of Shadows.
- High Prince Telemont Tanthul, Lord Shadow
In a speech given to the citizens of Shade Enclave
At the celebration of the Shinantra Battle victory when he revealed that he was THE Lord Shadow of legend. |
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Wooly Rupert
Master of Mischief
USA
36804 Posts |
Posted - 21 Jun 2005 : 11:16:43
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quote:
Originally posted by Shadovar
quote:
Originally posted by DDH_101
The Elven Court is still controlled by elves, half-elves and human allies, but they are not exactly a strong force. The area, like some others have said, still have fiends around but you should also include House Jaelre. They have made themselves a presence and force to be reckoned with in that part of Cormanthyr.
I am beginining to think that House Jaelre may be the next biggest threat to the Dalelands, or maybe even to Faerun. For they seek to understand and maybe master elven High Magics indcluding understanding the elven Mythal. Given their tactics and cunning, yes, DDH_101, you are certainly right that they are a force to be reckoned with, not only in Cormanthyr but in the whole of the Dalelands.
Keep in mind, though, that drow can't use High Magic. |
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SiriusBlack
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 21 Jun 2005 : 11:28:24
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quote:
Originally posted by Wooly Rupert
quote:
Originally posted by Shadovar
I am beginining to think that House Jaelre may be the next biggest threat to the Dalelands, or maybe even to Faerun. For they seek to understand and maybe master elven High Magics indcluding understanding the elven Mythal. Given their tactics and cunning, yes, DDH_101, you are certainly right that they are a force to be reckoned with, not only in Cormanthyr but in the whole of the Dalelands.
Keep in mind, though, that drow can't use High Magic.
Keep also in mind that House Jaelre is about to have a new power group enter their forest domain. |
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Myssa Rei
Acolyte
Philippines
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Posted - 21 Jun 2005 : 12:33:09
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| Do you mean Sarya's army of daemonfey? As well as the elven Crusade that is sure to follow her? |
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SiriusBlack
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 21 Jun 2005 : 12:57:22
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Originally posted by Myssa Rei
Do you mean Sarya's army of daemonfey?
That's the one.
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As well as the elven Crusade that is sure to follow her?
I wonder if Orlando Bloom is part of that Crusade.
And as I've said before, the Cormanthor is getting awfully damn crowded. |
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cpthero2
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 22 Feb 2020 : 15:20:01
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Master zemd,
It is as the Master Sage said. Though, I will say this:
what a great way to have a campaign. Going back to that time, going ToT and then going same time back to the Court!
Play on the sociological stuff man. That will make it super heavy (this is for anyone else by the way in the event that Master zemd is no longer around) and not just mechanical. Get into the decline, sorrow, the horrible powers that are there, all to motivate that group to do some good. That is, unless....they want to join the team! haha
Best regards,
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Originally posted by zemd
Once more i ask for your help fellow scribes.
To make it short my players went in the Elven Court in 714DR during the war. They travel back in present suffered from the ToT and know want to go to the Elven Court.
Who controls it? How is it?...
Thanks in advance
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