BEYOND THE DREAMS OF AVARICE
This story is a sequel to my previous story, In Silver Dreams. It takes place roughly 20 years after the events of In Silver Dreams. The Party continued to work for Alustriel for another 5 years or so, after which, they bought a large Manor House in the northern portion of the city, & began adventuring for coin. They became rather wealthy over the years. In this story, they are approached by Alustriel, who has learned that a new threat exists. Rumor has reached her of a new faith, a cult who worships the great Red Wyrm, Balagos, the most fearsome dragon in all the Realms, and it appears that they are seeking any and all lost Netherese items, much like Alvorin Drezid & his Zhents were seeking the Journal of Wong Tze 20 years ago. She wants the Party to investigate, & prevent them from reaching their goal, just like last time. However, this time, she does not know what specific item or items they are seeking. Her best lead is a Harper agent who has identified a group of Balagosians who have been asking questions in & around Iriaebor.
Although the story is based on characters created for the game, I tend to worry less about "levels" & "rules" than about story. However, when I posted In Silver Dreams, I received a number of requests to post an Glossary listing characters with short descriptions. So, I figured I'd put this up ahead of time this time. The writing process for this story is under way, but I will not begin posting actual chapters until I am within 5 chapters of the end of the story. If I add any major characters later in the story, I will edit this Glossary.
SIR TORANES DORIEGO:
Half-Elf Male Ranger 15, Bard 10, Horizon Walker 2 Neutral-Good
61 years old (young) (Forest, Marsh)
Former Tracker for the Knights-in-Silver, Knighted for his Bravery and selfless
actions during a mission. Served High Lady Alustriel of Silverymoon as a
sort of personal agent. A thoroughly good-hearted man. For many years,
was unaware of Kyera's feelings for him. The two married about a year
after the events of In Silver Dreams. They later had twins, a boy and a girl.
About a year ago, Blizzard, Toranes' long time boon Companion, died of
old age. He has made no attempt to find a new Companion since.
Occasionally teaches at the city's Bardic college, plays at inns in
Silverymoon & Everlund, & leads hunting parties into the Silverwood.
STR- 18 CON- 16 DEX-16 INT- 14 WSD- 18 CHA-16
Sabre +2 (Redlan), Periapt of Wisdom (+4 WSD), Portable Hole, Boots of the
Winterland, Harp of the Immortal Maestro
LADY KYERA TRAJAN:
Half-Elf Female Wizard 12 (15), Sorcerer 3 (8), Ultimate Magus 5 Neutral-Good
56 years old (young)
Daughter of a wealthy Silvaeran merchant & Minor Noble. Served High Lady
Alustriel alongside Toranes. Loved Toranes for years before revealing it to
him. Wears primarily blue & green as those are Toranes' favorite colors.
The two married about a year after the events of In Silver Dreams. They
later had twins, a boy and a girl. Kyera has also taken on an apprentice.
Kyera is a very good-hearted woman, the perfect match for Toranes.
STR- 12 CON- 12 DEX- 18 INT- 20 WSD- 14 CHA- 17
Dagger +3, Dagger +1, Ring of Protection +4, Ring of Wizardry (3rd)
THARKUNN DORESSIN:
Human Male Fighter 12, Rogue 12 True Neutral (Good tendencies)
62 years old (Old)
A former thief and bully-boy from Daerlun, in Sembia, Tharkunn met Toranes &
the two became friends. Tharkunn gave up his old ways, turning his skills
& abilities to better use. He spent many years serving Lady Alustriel along
with Toranes & Kyera. Has aged considerably more than they, as a
human. Despite his advancing years, he is still more than capable &
surprisingly nimble for age, though he is not as spry as he once was. A
thoroughly dangerous man.
STR- 15 (12) CON- 15 (12) DEX- 21 (18) INT- 15 (17) WSD- 13 (15) CHA- 10 (12)
Long Sword +2, Dagger +1, Boots of Elvenkind, Darkvision Ring,
Ring of Protection +2
SIR GUNTHAR SILVERSHIELD:
Human Male Fighter 4, Knight 15 Lawful-Good
49 Years old (Middle-Aged)
Formerly the leader of a Cavalry Regiment for the city of Waterdeep, Gunthar is
a skilled soldier who relies on his excellent instincts. He has recently
become betrothed to Sylvie after a 20 year pursuit. Has aged quite a bit,
but is still hale and hardy.
STR- 17 (16) CON- 17 (16) DEX- 14 (13) INT- 13 (14) WSD- 17 (18) CHA- 14 (15)
Long Sword +3, Plate Mail +1, Heavy Steel Shield +2
TOLMEN HOBNOBBIN:
Halfling Male Fighter 4, Rogue 6, Whisperknife 3 Chaotic-Good
58 Years old (Middle-Aged)
An old friend of Gunthar's from Leilon, just up the coast from Waterdeep, he is a
fine cook and a very brave soul for one of the "little folk". Has spent a fair
portion of the last 20 years working w/ & training w/ Tharkunn, though he
is still closest to Gunthar of all the group.
STR- 13 (12) CON- 15 (14) DEX- 21 (20) INT- 14 (15) WSD- 15 (16) CHA- 15 (16)
Sling +2, Dagger +2, Decanter of Endless Water
DOVRAYNE SYGAN:
Human Male Fighter 16 True-Neutral (strong Good tendencies - formerly N-E)
47 Years old (Middle-Aged)
A former soldier for the army of Hillsfar). He did many evil things in his youth
which he now deeply regrets (rape, murder, etc.). He abandoned his post &
saved the wife & daughter of an enemy soldier he watched defeat several
of his men, who died in the act. He swore to the man he'd get his family
out alive, & he did. He took them to a safe place (temple of Torm in
Tantras) & though he'd come to love them, he felt that they could never
feel the same for him. He became a mercenary, though he chooses his
work carefully, always striving to serve good to make up for the evil he'd
done. In the intervening years, he has married the woman, Rhona
Orelmas. He treats his daughter, Lydie, as if she were his own child.
STR- 19 (18) CON- 17 (16) DEX- 13 (12) INT- 13 (14) WSD- 14 (15) CHA- 12 (13)
Warhammer +2 / Flaming (Flamidor) Ring of Shadow (Grants +8 bonus to Hide
in Darkness / +4 if you are moving – no benefit in a lighted area)
SYLVIE FAIRGLEN:
Elf Female Scout 12 Chaotic-Good (Neutral tendencies)
123 Years old (Young)
Scout from the High Forest (Cold Wood in the story). Extremely beautiful, an old
friend of Toranes & his group. Sister of Sallas. Elected to remain w/ the
Party after the Battle of Keyes Pass. Has led Gunthar on a merry chase for
the last 20 years, but recently agreed to marry him. She barely looks a
year older than when Gunthar met her, 20 years ago.
STR- 13 CON- 14 DEX- 20 INT- 16 WSD- 15 CHA- 18
Short Bow +2 Cloak of Elvenkind
KENJI TOKAWA:
Human Male Samurai 8, Fighter 2, Kensai 1 Lawful-Good
33 Years old (Young)
Former Samurai in service to Lord Tojin of Shou Lung. House Tojin was
completely destroyed while Kenji was away, serving his lord by delivering
an important message and a payment for services some 100 miles away.
He avenged his lord by killing the rival lord who attacked the house,
killing him & his bodyguards. He then left Shou Lung and began
wandering. He eventually encountered a young monk whom he took
under his protection. A chance meeting w/ Toranes and his Party led to
Kenji swearing himself to a new lord (Kenji).
STR- 18 CON- 14 DEX- 13 INT- 13 WSD- 12 CHA- 13
Katana +4, Wakizashi +1
RYOKO IWAMATSU:
Human Female Monk 9 Lawful-Neutral (Good tendencies)
26 Years old (Young)
A young Shou Lung monk, Ryoko killed another monk, by accident during a
tournament. In shame, she left her monastery & set out to wander the
world. She took a vow of silence (20 years – 15 remaining) as another
form of penance. She eventually met & befriended Kenji. Now travels w/
the Party. Has developed a somewhat limited language using hand-
signals, which she has taught the Party. Can read & write in both Shou &
Common, & carries a small slate board & chalk as well.
STR- 14 CON- 14 DEX- 19 INT- 12 WSD- 16 CHA- 17
Monk's Belt, Nunchaku +1
DORVAL HAMMERSTAR:
Human Male Cleric 7, Morninglord of Lathander 2 Neutral-Good
30 Years old (Young)
A young Morninglord from Rhyester's Matins, the major temple of the faith in
Silverymoon. He is something of a protégé of Kaylin Valinde, & often
accompanies the Party on their adventures, often at her request, since she
no longer is able to, due to her duties. She feels better knowing that the
Party has a trustworthy accomplished Morninglord w/ them, & she believes
that it is good for him as well.
STR- 14 CON- 13 DEX- 13 INT- 14 WSD- 18 CHA- 15
Mace +2 of Disruption
TALMANES DORIEGO:
Half-elf Male Wizard 3, Fighter 2 Lawful-Neutral (Good tendencies)
17 Years old (Young)
Elder twin to Nyssa Doriego & son to Toranes & Kyera. Talmanes is more serious
and focused than his sister. He is essentially a 2nd Apprentice for Kyera.
Both his parents, & most everyone else who knows him can see the great
potential he has. In addition to studying magic w/ Kyera, Talmanes spends
time learning the ways of a warrior from Tharkunn, Dovrayne & Toranes.
STR- 15 CON- 12 DEX- 14 INT- 16 WSD- 12 CHA- 13
Quarterstaff +1, Dagger +1
NYSSA DORIEGO:
Half-elf Female Ranger 4, Sorcerer 1 Chaotic-Good (Neutral tendencies)
17 Years old (Young)
Younger twin to Talmanes Doriego & daughter to Toranes & Kyera. She is less
serious & focused than Talmanes. While she has picked up a bit of ability
in Sorcerey from her mother, she spends much more time in the wilds
with her father. She has a large, barrel-chested St. Bernard comanion,
named Teerin, given to her by her father as a gift when he was just a pup.
STR- 13 CON- 14 DEX- 18 INT- 15 WSD- 14 CHA- 16
Masterwork Short Bow, Short Sword +1, Boots of Striding & Springing
TEERIN:
Dog (St. Bernard) Male Effective Level 5 – Companion of Nyssa
3 Years old (Young)
RHIAN THISTLEDEW:
Half-elf Female Wizard 5, Sorcerer 1 Neutral-Good
23 Years old (Young)
A young mage from Everlund, Rhian is the daughter of a wealthy gem merchant.
She presented herself to Kyera & was accepted as her Apprentice. She is a
bit timid about adventuring, but she is hard-working & dedicated.
STR- 10 CON- 12 DEX- 14 INT- 17 WSD- 13 CHA- 14
Cloak of Resistance +2
ORION MANTEER:
Human Male Fighter 10 Neutral-Good
33 Years old (Young)
Orion is a friend of the Harpers, though not actually a Harper himself. He is the
one who passed the information to Alustriel about the Balagosians. He
lives in Irieabor.
STR- 16 CON- 14 DEX- 11 INT- 13 WSD- 12 CHA- 12
Long Sword +2, Light Steel Shield +1
SALLAS FAIRGLEN:
Elf Male Ranger 7, Fighter 2 Chaotic-Good
154 Years old (Young)
Ranger from the High Forest (Cold Wood in the story). Extremely handsome, an
old friend of Toranes & his group. Brother of Sylvie. Returned to his
people in the Moonwood after the Battle of Keyes Pass. Other than Sylvie,
who occasionally returns home to visit, the Party members have seen him
only a time or two in the last 20 years.
STR- 15 CON- 14 DEX- 19 INT- 14 WSD- 16 CHA- 17
Long Bow +1, Cloak of Elvenkind, Boots of Elvenkind
SIR VIKTOR INSALDREN:
Human Male Fighter 4, Knight 12 Lawful-Good
60 Years old (Old)
Viktor was a Middling-High ranking Knight stationed at the High Lady's Palace
in Silverymoon at the time of In Silver Dreams. Long-time friend of
Toranes. Extremely courageous. Was eventually named the Commander
of the High Lady's personal guards. Spent almost a decade in that position
before retiring 2 years ago. Married a woman who served 15 years as a maid in the Lady's Palace. The two live in a small house in the city now, living off their two pensions. His fighting skills have declined, but he is still a capable man.
STR- 16 (13) CON- 16 (13) DEX- 13 (10) INT- 13 (15) WSD- 13 (15) CHA- 14 (16)
Lance +1,
Medium Shield (kite shaped) +2 – this shield he gave to his replacement as
Captain of the High Lady's guards, Tarrien Doucard
MYRIAN MACTAVISH:
Human Female Wizard 6, Spellguard of Silverymoon 2 N-Good
38 Years old (Middle-Aged)
Younger sister of Halion. Both left the Moonshaes to travel when they were
orphaned. Gunthar took them under his wing shortly after they arrived in Waterdeep. After the Battle of Keyes Pass, Myrian enrolled in the Lady's College to study magic. When she graduated, she served five years in the Spellguard, followed by a few years adventuring w/ the Party. Some five years ago, she felt a longing to return home to the Moonshaes. She did so, & Halion went with her. The Party has not seen them since, though an occasional Sending from Kyera keeps them aware that they are okay.
STR- 10 (9) CON- 13 (12) DEX- 16 (15) INT- 16 (17) WSD- 12 (13) CHA- 14 (15)
Bracers of Armor +2, Pale Lavender Ioun Stone (Absorbs spells of 4th level or
lower)
HALION MACTAVISH:
Human Male Fighter 12 C-Good
41 Years old (Middle-Aged)
Older brother of Myrian. Both left the Moonshaes to travel when they were
orphaned. Gunthar took them under his wing shortly after they arrived in Waterdeep. Continued to adventure w/ the Party while his sister studied at the Lady's College. He stayed close by during her service w/ the Spellguard, & accompanied her on her trip home. He has since married a seamstress from Caer Calidyrr, named Murron Sinclair.
STR- 19-23 (18-22) CON- 16 (15) DEX- 13 (12) INT- 12 (13) WSD- 13 (14) CHA- 13 (14)
Claymore (Great Sword) +1, Belt of Strength +4
a'LAUNIIRA t'ORGH:
Drow Female Wizard 7, Cleric 6, Mystic Theurge 3 N-Good (Chaotic tendencies)
217 Years old (Middle-Aged)
Escaped from Ched Nesad at a young age & found her way to the surface world
near Mulhorand. Found a Priestess of Isis willing to accept her & teach
her. Eventually met & fell for Galarid, a mercenary who gave up his
profession to protect her. Eventually they joined Gunthar's (an old
acquaintance of Galarid) group. Has become more withdrawn since the
Battle of Keyes Pass & the death of her lover, Galarid. She has begun
studying alchemy & spends most of her time, when she is not reading,
painting or sculpting, creating potions & unguents for the Party's use, or
for sale. She will occasionally adventure w/ the Party, but only when they
specifically ask & assure her that her unique skills may be needed.
STR- 13 (12) CON- 15 (14) DEX- 18 (17) INT- 18 (19) WSD- 16 (17) CHA- 12 (13)
Cloak of Resistance +1, Gem of Seeing
KAYLIN VALINDE:
Human Female Cleric 7, Morninglady of Lathander 6 Neutral-Good
50 Years old (Middle-Aged)
Daughter of a very minor noble in Neverwinter, & former lover of Addam.
Kaylin eventually got over the loss of Addam. She continued her travels
w/ the Party until roughly 5 years ago, when Holodris, the High Priest of
Rhyester's Matins died of old age. She was named as his replacement &
accepted the position. The duties required her to stop adventuring. She
took a promising young Priest, Dorval Hammerstar, under her wing &
encourages him to adventure w/ the Party, a relationship she believes to be
good for both. She eventually married a soldier from Sundabar, named
Caleb Imatee, who accepted a posting at Rauvinwatch Keep so that they
might see one another more often.
STR- 15 (14) CON- 15 (14) DEX- 15 (14) INT- 13 (14) WSD- 17 (18) CHA- 15 (16)
Mace +1, Mantle of Faith (DR- 5/Evil)
GLORIDEL INGLORION:
Elf Male Fighter 16 Lawful- Neutral (Good tendencies)
331 Years old (Old)
Former General of the forces of Evereska, who fought alongside the Party in the
Battle of Keyes Pass. Returned to his home in Silverymoon after the
Battle. He eventually moved again, this time to Quaervaar, in the
southern Moonwood. He has taken it upon himself to make regular
patrols of that area, hoping to protect the local folk from the Malarite
worshippers in the area.
STR- 15 (12) CON- 13 (10) DEX- 22 (19) INT- 14 (16) WSD- 13 (15) CHA- 14 (16)
Masterwork Long Bow, Quiver of Ehlonna, Dagger +2
LARS TEDROMON:
Human Male Ranger 3, Scout 10 Neutral-Good
57 Years old (Old)
Lars was a tracker for the Knights-in-Silver who aided the Party during the Battle
of Keyes Pass. He returned to the Trackers afterward, where he served
until a few years ago. He lives in a cottage outside the city these days &
occasionally aids the Party on their adventures.
STR- 15 (12) CON- 15 (12) DEX- 16 (13) INT- 11 (13) WSD- 14 (16) CHA- 12 (14)
Long Bow +1, Amulet of Natural Armor +3
RHONA ORELMAS:
Human Female Commoner 4 Neural-Good
45 Years old (Middle-Aged)
A seamstress from Silverymoon who married Dovrayne Sygan. She had a
husband who was a soldier in the Argent Legion, but was killed in a battle
w/ orcs. Dovrayne & Rhona have a daughter named Lydie, her daughter
w/ her 1st husband, but Dovrayne treats her as his own.
STR- 10 (9) CON- 12 (11) DEX- 14 (13) INT- 11 (12) WSD- 12 (13) CHA- 14 (15)
LYDIE SYGAN:
Human Female Cleric 2 Chaotic-Good
25 Years old (Young)
Daughter of Dovrayne & Rhona. She wants to join the priesthood of Torm (like
her father, Nethin). She loves Dovrayne, who has treated her like her own
daughter for years. She is just getting her feet wet in the adventuring
game.
STR- 12 CON- 14 DEX- 15 INT- 14 WSD- 12 CHA- 15
GALARID OLDUREN:
Human Male Fighter 2, Swashbuckler 4 Chaotic-Good (Neutral tendencies)
Deceased (Killed in the Battle of Keyes Pass)
Former Mercenary who gave up his trade to protect a'Launiira, whom he loves
deeply. An old acquaintance of Gunthar's. Is mistrusting of those he
doesn't know well.
STR- 15 CON- 15 DEX- 17 INT- 11 WSD- 12 CHA- 12
Boots of Striding & Springing Rapier +2
RELDRIN WARHAMMER:
Dwarf Male Fighter 6 Neutral-Good (Lawful tendencies)
Deceased (Killed in the Battle of Keyes Pass)
An adventuring warrior out of Citadel Adbar, Reldrin eventually met up w/
Gunthar & his group. In them he found kindred spirits.
STR- 16 CON- 20 DEX- 10 INT- 11 WSD- 13 CHA- 12
Mithril Chain Mail +1
ADDAM TOREL:
Human Male Wizard 9 Neutral-Good
Deceased (Killed in the Battle of Neverwinter Wood)
Wizard of some ability, from Neverwinter. Felled by a Critical Hit from a
poisoned Orcish spear. Former lover of Kaylin.
STR- 14 CON- 10 DEX- 12 INT- 16 WSD- 12 CHA- 15
Scroll of Protection from Evil (Guess he should have read it before the battle)
MELANDRA al'BIZAN:
Human Female Rogue 2 Chaotic-Good
Deceased (Killed in the Battle of Neverwinter Wood)
A youngster (teen) who attached herself to Gunthar's group during their travels
(near Red Larch). Killed by an orcish arrow. Had an infectious laugh & a
high-spirited personality the Party found refreshing.
STR- 12 CON- 14 DEX- 15 INT- 13 WSD- 9 CHA- 16
CEDRYL ALJUNA:
Human Male Fighter 9 True- Neutral
Deceased (Killed in a campaign in Tethyr)
Former mercenary who fought alongside the Party in the Battle of Keyes Pass.
He left Silverymoon soon after to travel to Waterdeep, & then further. He
was eventually killed while fighting for pay in Tethyr some eight years
ago.
STR- 16 CON- 15 DEX- 12 INT- 11 WSD- 12 CHA- 12
Masterwork Long Sword
BLIZZARD:
Wolf Female Effective Level 9 – Former Companion of Toranes
Deceased (old age)
Blizzard remained with Toranes until she died of old age roughly 1 year ago. He
has not attempted to find a new Companion since.