The Forgotten Realms wiki is most likely your best bet to start reading up on articles if you have a specific interest. Youtubers do a pretty good job at explaining the lore in bite-size chunks as well.
Are there schools in faerun?
Ulcaster School (near Baldur’s Gate) – Although long in ruins by the events of Baldur’s Gate, your character might have attended such a school if they are extremely old, like an Elf. Sorcere – Menzoberranzen’s school for the arcane arts, ideal for a Drow character. Candlekeep – Also near Baldur’s Gate.
What are the Forgotten Realms in D&D?
Forgotten Realms is a fantasy world setting, described as a world of strange lands, dangerous creatures, and mighty deities, where magic and supernatural phenomena are quite real. The premise is that, long ago, planet Earth and the world of the Forgotten Realms were more closely connected.
Where do I put saltmarsh in faerun?
I have just finished running the first section of Saltmarsh, as the intro to my campaign. I placed it on the South East of the Moonsea region, not far from Elmwood on the far NW edge of the Cormanthor forest. “Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and flavorful.”
Is there a wizard school in Waterdeep?
Arcane schools and practitioners The Red Wizards of Thay use the Thayan Embassy in the Castle Ward to conduct their trade, via a portal to this enclave in Skullport. Originally formed to provide protection for weaker spellcasters against people opposed to magic, now serves as the largest arcane school in Waterdeep.
How long can you stay in Candlekeep?
Those who enter its walls they are referred to as “Seekers,” and may stay within its walls for ten days before they are asked to depart.
Who are the warforged in the Forgotten Realms?
Extremely powerful and durable, warforged were able fighters. Unlike most constructs, warforged were fully self-aware and maintained mental faculties on par with elves, humans, or similar races. [citation needed] Warforged were physically impressive humanoids made up of magically enchanted materials.
Who are the most powerful characters in the Forgotten Realms?
Many of the most powerful characters in the Forgotten Realms are in this group or have been affected by the group in one way or another. For example, one powerful character in the Harpers is Alustriel Silverhand. She is one of the most powerful characters in Faerun and is an extremely powerful mage.
Where do people go in death in Forgotten Realms?
Many wondered where they might go in death and if they even have souls. Some created deeply ordered philosophies to govern themselves or maintained a perpetual list of tasks to occupy themselves with.
