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Xysma
Master of Realmslore
USA
1089 Posts |
 Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 15:54:39
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Poll Question:
We all know there are evil organizations across Faerun, which begs the question, "Who do we love to hate the most?" I've listed the major players in the war on goodness, but there are certainly more than twelve, so someone's favorite may have been left out. For that I am truly sorry, but pick your second favorite  . I've intentionally left out "Church of (enter evil god here)" since that would likely degenerate into an argument over whose favorite god is more powerful.
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Edited by - Xysma on 17 Aug 2006 20:41:21
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sleyvas
Skilled Spell Strategist
USA
12020 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 16:57:35
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| You racist from the west <g>. Where's all the eastern power groups? Ahem, the red wizards of Thay? The cult of Tiamat? The Cult of Set? The shadowmasters of Telflamm? The shadow mages of chessenta? The nine golden swords? The demon cultists of Narfell? The Blightlords? The Durthans? The witches of Rashemen (still not convinced they're all good)? |
Alavairthae, may your skill prevail
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DestroyYouAlot
Seeker
USA
69 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 17:37:17
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The Red Wizards are definitely conspicuous by their absence, here.
I've got to say, I'm a sentimental old traditionalist. In my humble opinion, the Zhentarim are just so damn versatile - whether it's low level or high, no matter where you are in the Realms, whatever monkey business and dirty dealing you want done, you can always turn to those wacky, fun-loving Z-guys. I tend to use several different villains/organizations in any given campaign, but they're always in the mix, somewhere. |
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Misericordia
Seeker
Italy
66 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 18:33:06
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| Good old Zhents... |
Omnia sunt communia. |
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Crennen FaerieBane
Master of Realmslore
USA
1378 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 18:48:12
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I voted for House Dlardrageth... I am unabashedly in love with Sarya.
C-Fb |
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Kajehase
Great Reader
Sweden
2104 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 19:40:14
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| Nah, the Twisted Rune for me, nothing like a bunch of master-minding undead evil mages trying to run a whole region from behind the scenes. |
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Thysl
Seeker
USA
64 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 20:15:53
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Zhents: they make sense to me, they seem realisic; they've gone through huge power struggles, 2 religious cullings, lost cities, gained cities, etc.
A close second is Dlardrageth. They look cool and - I got your back, Crennen - Sarya is HOT!! |
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DestroyYouAlot
Seeker
USA
69 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 20:25:10
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Originally posted by Kajehase
Nah, the Twisted Rune for me, nothing like a bunch of master-minding undead evil mages trying to run a whole region from behind the scenes.
"Trying"? ;) |
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Thelonius
Senior Scribe
Spain
730 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 20:35:46
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| I've chosen the Eldreth Veluuthra, as long as I find fascinating the idea of the racist faction of such a fancy race as the elves. A race that has always been represented as the perfection the human ones couldn't reach, endless life, perpetual youth such a perfect looking..., can fall too in the failures of them... |
"If you are to truly understand, then you will need the contrast, not adherence to a single ideal." - Kreia
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"I am death, come for thee" - Nimbul, from Baldur's Gate I just before being badly spanked
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Kajehase
Great Reader
Sweden
2104 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 20:39:53
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Originally posted by DestroyYouAlot
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Originally posted by Kajehase
Nah, the Twisted Rune for me, nothing like a bunch of master-minding undead evil mages trying to run a whole region from behind the scenes.
"Trying"? ;)
Well, they've not quite gotten Tethyr and Amn under their thumbs yet |
There is a rumour going around that I have found god. I think is unlikely because I have enough difficulty finding my keys, and there is empirical evidence that they exist.
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Rinonalyrna Fathomlin
Great Reader
USA
7106 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 20:57:19
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The Zhentarim! While I realize that they wouldn't be as powerful as they are if they were truly idiotic, I have to be honest. They've given me plenty of laughs over the years. |
"Instead of asking why we sleep, it might make sense to ask why we wake. Perchance we live to dream. From that perspective, the sea of troubles we navigate in the workaday world might be the price we pay for admission to another night in the world of dreams."
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Edited by - Rinonalyrna Fathomlin on 24 Oct 2005 21:07:29 |
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Wooly Rupert
Master of Mischief
USA
36877 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 21:06:04
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Most of the groups listed are after either money or power, be it political power or arcane might. That's kinda boring, for me. That's why I picked the Eldreth Veluuthra -- a bunch of xenophobic elves is more interesting than someone grubbing for money or magic.  |
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Forge
Learned Scribe
USA
218 Posts |
Posted - 24 Oct 2005 : 21:10:46
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I personally favor Thay. On one hand they are reprehensible and thoroughly corrupt on nearly all levels, but on the other hand they are an acknowledged sovereignty that you can't just write off as a splinter group or religious nuts.
I mean, c'mon, generation of wizards who don't have to worry about the constraints of law or conscience? Yup, evil at it's best. (worst?) |
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
31799 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 01:43:18
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It's the Twisted Rune for me.
When it comes to matters of manipulation and the cunning use of magic... no other evil-aligned group has these aspects down to a fine art. And their interest in Calimshan is another reason for my choice, since it is a favorite region of the Realms for me.
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Shadovar
Senior Scribe
785 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 02:07:11
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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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warlockco
Master of Realmslore
USA
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Arivia
Great Reader
Canada
2965 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 02:42:58
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The Eldreth Veluuthra.
For some reason, I just inexplicably like the concept of a group of xenophobic, ultra-conservative elves. |
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Steven Schend
Forgotten Realms Designer & Author
USA
1727 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 03:04:02
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| You all realize, of course, the Twisted Rune will subliminally influence your votes to drive themselves back into the shadows, from whence they can manipulate all the above groups at their leisure..... |
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Steven Schend
Forgotten Realms Designer & Author
USA
1727 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 03:06:51
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Originally posted by Kajehase
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Originally posted by DestroyYouAlot
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Originally posted by Kajehase
Nah, the Twisted Rune for me, nothing like a bunch of master-minding undead evil mages trying to run a whole region from behind the scenes.
"Trying"? ;)
Well, they've not quite gotten Tethyr and Amn under their thumbs yet
That's what they want you to think....  |
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Dargoth
Great Reader
Australia
4607 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 03:27:08
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quote:
Originally posted by Steven Schend
Well, they've not quite gotten Tethyr and Amn under their thumbs yet
That's what they want you to think....
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I wonder if thats a confession?
George let the cat out of the bag saying that theres "Lands of Intrigue" update in the works
SO Steven been up to anything lately???
Wooly: Fetch the RACK! |
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
31799 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 04:23:56
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quote:
Originally posted by Steven Schend
You all realize, of course, the Twisted Rune will subliminally influence your votes to drive themselves back into the shadows, from whence they can manipulate all the above groups at their leisure.....
You know, I had a funny feeling you were going to say something like that .
But they're not manipulating my choice. ::shakes head:: Nope. No way... they aren't .
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warlockco
Master of Realmslore
USA
1695 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 06:25:01
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quote:
Originally posted by Dargoth
quote:
Originally posted by Steven Schend
Well, they've not quite gotten Tethyr and Amn under their thumbs yet
That's what they want you to think....
I wonder if thats a confession?
George let the cat out of the bag saying that theres "Lands of Intrigue" update in the works
SO Steven been up to anything lately???
Wooly: Fetch the RACK!
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I'll get the thumbscrews. |
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Arivia
Great Reader
Canada
2965 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 06:35:25
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Originally posted by warlockco
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Originally posted by Dargoth
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Originally posted by Steven Schend
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Well, they've not quite gotten Tethyr and Amn under their thumbs yet
That's what they want you to think....
I wonder if thats a confession?
George let the cat out of the bag saying that theres "Lands of Intrigue" update in the works
SO Steven been up to anything lately???
Wooly: Fetch the RACK!
I'll get the thumbscrews.
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khorne
Master of Realmslore
Finland
1073 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 13:26:08
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Originally posted by Arivia
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Originally posted by warlockco
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Originally posted by Dargoth
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Originally posted by Steven Schend
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Well, they've not quite gotten Tethyr and Amn under their thumbs yet
That's what they want you to think....
I wonder if thats a confession?
George let the cat out of the bag saying that theres "Lands of Intrigue" update in the works
SO Steven been up to anything lately???
Wooly: Fetch the RACK!
I'll get the thumbscrews.
*starts making Intimidate checks*
"Packs up a box full of things that should not see daylight". Do you require my assistance? |
If I were a ranger, I would pick NDA for my favorite enemy |
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Khaa
Seeker
USA
80 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 14:01:31
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I agree with Sleyas, where is The Red Wizards of Thay?
Anyone ever think of the Flaming Hand as evil? My beliefs are they are D&D's Templars. Anyone else think so? |
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Xysma
Master of Realmslore
USA
1089 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 17:01:56
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Originally posted by DestroyYouAlot
The Red Wizards are definitely conspicuous by their absence, here.
I tend to think of the Red Wizards on a grander scale, they rule an entire country, not just an organization, hence their absence. (I know, The Twisted Rune rules even more than that, but nobody knows it!) By popular demand, I have gone back and added them, since the general consensus seems to be that they should be on this list. |
War to slay, not to fight long and glorious.
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Edited by - Xysma on 25 Oct 2005 17:20:17 |
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Xysma
Master of Realmslore
USA
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Chosen of Moradin
Master of Realmslore
Brazil
1120 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 17:31:50
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My vote goes to the zentharim. Their diversity is a great tool for me as a DM. But my heart beat for the Red Wizards, too
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El Magnifico Uno
Learned Scribe
113 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 18:35:07
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| I vote for the Harpers due to their terrorist actions against the soveriegn nation of Thay, their thwarting of the Zhentariums efforts to quell anarchy, and not the least of which is their habit of killing whomever disagrees with their skewed worldview.. Included in this vote are the rogue nations of the Silver Marches, Cormyr, and Waterdeep that tacitly support this group of harp playing thugs and condone their heinous crimes.. |
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ShadowJack
Senior Scribe
USA
350 Posts |
Posted - 25 Oct 2005 : 19:14:21
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| I must agree with Shadovar. The Cult are a bunch of power/money/influence hungry morons willing to worship (or act like they do)mouldering, self-centered, undead Wyrms based on the fanatical writings and interpretations of a jealous, love-crazed mad man... Sounds a little too much like reality to me... Besides they always have cool, hidden lairs. I love how they are represented in Year of Rogue Dragons! |
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Rinonalyrna Fathomlin
Great Reader
USA
7106 Posts |
Posted - 26 Oct 2005 : 02:48:20
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quote:
Originally posted by Steven Schend
You all realize, of course, the Twisted Rune will subliminally influence your votes to drive themselves back into the shadows, from whence they can manipulate all the above groups at their leisure.....
Maybe so, but can they make us laugh?
No one beats dark-robed, evil, arrogant, and supposedly "intelligent" bad guys bumbling around. |
"Instead of asking why we sleep, it might make sense to ask why we wake. Perchance we live to dream. From that perspective, the sea of troubles we navigate in the workaday world might be the price we pay for admission to another night in the world of dreams."
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Everyone's Favorite Evil Organization
