Waterdeep: Adventures in the Forgotten Realms

Asper, the adopted daughter of the late Mirt the Moneylender, is a petite and beautiful woman known for her soft-spoken yet daring nature, embodying the teachings of Tymora as she adventures with the Gray Hands in Waterdeep.

Gale Dekarios is an ambitious wizard from Waterdeep, known for his artistic manipulation of the Weave and his intimate relationship with the goddess Mystra. Though recently they separated and she took most of her magic with her, leaving him back to basics.

Karlach Cliffgate escaped the Hells after being sold into service of a new master. She still fights for her freedom and beliefs after years of servitude in the Blood War as a conflicted bodyguard for the Cassalanters. She pities the family, but is bound by her pact, for now.

Shadowheart is a conflicted half-elf cleric of Shar, navigating her traumatic past memories resurfacing and questioning her loyalty while serving the cult of Shar in Waterdeep. All while secretly harboring a relic of immense power.

Wyll Ravengard is an ambitious human exiled from Baldur's Gate, seeking to establish his noble house in Waterdeep while navigating the influence of the fiendish Mizora.

Astarion Ancunín is a charming vampire rogue with a tragic past, seeking power and pleasure while navigating the scars of his former life as a high elf magistrate.

Lae'zel is a githyanki soldier fiercely dedicated to her duty, navigating the culture shock of Waterdeep while hunting mind flayers and seeking to reunite with her kin.

Bonnie is a cunning doppelganger barmaid at the Yawning Portal, using her charm and skills to aid the Harpers while keeping her identity as a doppleganger secret while posing a human.

Renaer Neverember, a charming swashbuckler and estranged son of a notorious lord, navigates the treacherous waters of Waterdeep's politics while secretly defending its citizens from corruption, all while wearing a facade of charm and confidence.

Esvele Rosznar, a noblewoman secretly moonlighting as a thief, adopting the persona of the Black Viper, seeking to restore her family's honor in Waterdeep. She uses the Black Viper persona to discover the truth and enact revenge.

A charming member of the Zhentarim leadership, known for his silver tongue, sharp mind, and connections throughout Waterdeep’s underworld. Formerly he lead the Doom Raiders, adventurer's who specialized in defeating Liches.

Wynne is an excitable Aasimar, driven by a boundless curiosity. Her impulsive nature and penchant for direct questions can sometimes ruffle feathers, but her genuine desire to understand the world, even its darker corners, always shines through.

Tharl is a quiet, observant half-orc bouncer at the Yawning Portal, fiercely loyal to Durnan. Though many would consider him unintellegent, he's much smarter than he lets on.

Myrkul, the skeletal Lord of the Dead, embodies decay and fear, having ascended from a mortal necromancer to a god whose presence instills dread in all living beings.

Umberlee, the malevolent Goddess of the Sea, embodies the fury of the ocean, reveling in destruction and chaos while maintaining a complex web of rivalries with other deities.

Lliira, the Goddess of Joy, is a 9-foot tall chaotic good deity of joy, embodying happiness and freedom through her vibrant dance and sparkling presence, inspiring revelry and mirth among her followers.

Valkur, the jovial God of the Sailors, is a 10-foot-tall god of sailors, embodying adventure and unpredictability, with a striking appearance and a fierce loyalty to protect those who navigate the seas.

Corellon Larethian, the God of the Elves, is a majestic androgynous elf god embodying beauty, magic, and artistry, revered as the protector of elvenkind and a master of both sword and spell.

Oghma, the God of Knowledge, is a cheerful and wise deity who embodies inspiration and invention, advocating for the free flow of ideas while protecting the integrity of knowledge in the realms.

Tymora, the Goddess of Luck, embodies grace and mischief, favoring bold adventurers and secretly aiding her followers in times of need, all while maintaining a playful rivalry with her sister Beshaba.

Mielikki, the Goddess of the Hunt, is a neutral good goddess of rangers and forest creatures, embodying grace and nurturing spirit, with a fierce loyalty to her friends and a commitment to healing the injured in the wilderness.

Silvanus, the God of Nature, is a powerful nature deity embodying the wild and untamed aspects of nature, manifesting in various forms to protect the sacred groves and balance of life.

Eilistraee is a radiant drow goddess of beauty and freedom, embodying joy and melancholy, with a mission to lead her people back to the surface and nurture love and creativity.

Tempus, the God of war, stands 12 feet tall in battered armor, embodying the essence of battle with a fierce gaze and oozing wounds, revered for his honor and unpredictability in combat. He lives in his divine domain, Warrior's Rest.

Gond, the God of Craft, is a multifaceted deity of craft and innovation, known for his relentless pursuit of creation and complex relationships with other gods, particularly his rivalry with Talos.

Ilmater, the God of Endurance, is a compassionate deity of endurance and suffering, embodying selflessness and hope while bearing the scars of his own martyrdom.

Tyr, the God of Justice, is a noble warrior embodying law and justice, known for his self-sacrifice and fatherly protection of his followers, despite the sadness of unattainable ideals.

Helm, the Vigilant One, is a towering God of Protection, embodying unwavering duty and vigilance, known for his cold demeanor and fierce opposition to threats against Faerûn.

Lathander, the Morninglord, is a youthful and optimistic greater god of light, life, and renewal, embodying the spirit of dawn and inspiring mortals to pursue creativity and altruism while battling the undead and corruption.

Cyric, The Mad God, the chaotic god of lies and strife, embodies madness and ambition, having murdered Mystra and plunged the cosmos into turmoil, now ruling from his warped realm in Pandemonium.

Asmodeus, The Lord of the Nine Hells, is a master manipulator, ruling the Nine Hells with charm and cunning, believing his wicked deeds serve a greater cosmic order and guardian against the hordes of demonkind.

Sune, The Lady of Love, goddess of love, beauty, and passion, is a benevolent and whimsical deity known as the most beautiful woman in exisistance with deep emotional connections, embodying and supporting pure love.

Shar, the Goddess of Loss, is a tall, stunningly beautiful figure of darkness and secrets, drawing followers in Waterdeep to embrace grief and nihilism while plotting against hope and light.

Selûne, The Moonmaiden, is a nurturing and protective goddess of the moon, embodying beauty and mystery, with a complex history of alliances and conflicts, particularly with her sister Shar.

Mystra, the Mistress of the Weave, the goddess of magic. Previously known as the adventurer Midnight, she now embodies the Weave and maintains the Balance, exhibiting an elegant demeanor as she navigates divine politics and protects the arcane arts as the new Mystra.

Laiba "Nana" Rosse is a cunning Cambion masquerading as a frail caretaker, overseeing the twins Terenzio and Elzerina while secretly plotting their abduction for Asmodeus.

A celebrated adventurer and member of Force Grey, Meloon Wardragon seems normal and the same on the surface, but secretly he serves as a puppet for the Xanathar Guild, using his charm and combat prowess to mislead adventurers as an Intellect Devourer replaced his brain and now controls his body.

Yaliek Iltizmar, or as she prefers Yali, is a talented Rashemi bard and dancer, blends artistry with espionage, performing at the Pink Flumph while serving as a Harper spy, all under the watchful eye of her father, a former Red Wizard of Thay.

Amath Sercent, a cunning and ambitious Banelich priestess of Bane, perfectly altered to pass and mostly function as a human Noblewoman. She secretly works within Waterdeep to establish her House of Tyranny, leveraging her past and alliances to further her dark agenda.

Bane, the Lord of Darkness, the god of Fear and Tyranny, he rules from his domain in the Abyss, Banehold. Embodying ambition and control while instilling terror in mortals, but courage in his followers.

Vincent Trench is a tiger tabaxi detective and owner of the Tiger's Eye, who's secret identity is Valantajar, a Rakshasa. He hides in Waterdeep, it's secrets funding his lifestyle for his comfortable living in the city.

Lady Remallia Haventree, a Moon elf noble and Harper leader, is a compassionate yet resolute figure dedicated to uniting factions against evil, driven by the loss of her husband to the Dragon Cult.

Yorn the Terror is a burly half-orc enforcer for Manshoon at Kolat Towers, known for his imposing presence and willingness to chat about the tower's secrets when he feels secure.

Ered Payno, a young human male and apprentice to Manshoon, is an arrogant aspiring mage caught in the dark world of the Zhentarim, struggling with his loyalty and the consequences of his ambition.

Kaevja Cynavern, a former Red Wizard of Thay, is a cool and clinical human mage devoted to Manshoon, overseeing arcane efforts and managing the interdimensional sanctum within Kolat Tower.

Krentz is a bald, tattooed human thug of the Xanathar Guild, known for his violent tendencies and leadership among criminals in Waterdeep, particularly at the Yawning Portal.

Nilhoor is a malevolent mind flayer and agent of Xanathar, known for his creation of intellect devourers to manipulate Waterdeep's power structures, reveling in chaos and subterfuge.

Harko Swornhold, 'The Weeper,' is a feared human torturer for Xanathar's Guild, known for his brutal methods and dark past, concealed beneath an executioner's hood and laden with torturer's tools.

Urstul Floxin is a charming yet dangerous human psionic assassin, fiercely loyal to his master Manshoon, operating from the Gralhund villa in Waterdeep, where he seeks the elusive Dragon Vault.

Ziraj the Hunter is a taciturn half-orc assassin and master archer, known for his oversized bow and arrows, who values loyalty and friendship while serving the Zhentarim in Waterdeep.

Saeth Cromley, a retired City Watch sergeant, uses his sharp wit and experience to assist in crime investigations, blending practicality with a knack for gathering information.

Durnan, a retired greatsword fighter and owner of the Yawning Portal, is a legendary adventurer with a gruff demeanor and a heart of gold, fiercely protective of his family and patrons.

Vajra Safahr, the youngest Blackstaff of Waterdeep, is a skilled wizard with a passion for arcane challenges, leading Blackstaff Academy while navigating the complexities of her role.

Laeral Silverhand, the ageless Open Lord of Waterdeep, is a powerful wizard and daughter of the original Mystra, navigating the complexities of leadership while concealing her diminished magical abilities.

Dagult Neverember, a charismatic yet ruthless nobleman, seeks power and wealth as former Lord of Waterdeep and current Lord of Neverwinter, embodying both charm and cunning.

Publicly, Victoro is a noble banker, philanthropist, and patron of the arts. Privately, he is a man undone by grief and stitched together with desperation. He smiles for the city while counting its sins, each one a step closer to saving what remains of his family.

Manshoon is a cunning and power-hungry clone of an ancient archwizard, seeking to rule Waterdeep and eliminate his enemies with his mastery of magic and manipulation.

Jarlaxle Baenre, a cunning drow leader of Bregan D'aerthe, masquerades as 'Captain Zord' in Waterdeep, scheming to legitimize Luskan while wielding powerful magic and charm.

Volo is a charming, flamboyant human wizard and travel writer from Waterdeep, known for his exaggerated tales and love for adventure, despite his preference for taverns over the wild.

Elminster Aumar, the 'Sage of Shadowdale,' is known as the most powerful wizard with a rich history of adventure and wisdom, known for his silver hair, piercing blue eyes, and an aura that signifies his immense magical power. Though he wont join adventurers or go on quests with them, he offers wisdom freely. Giving advice to those who seek it.

Xanathar, a paranoid beholder crime lord, rules the Xanathar Guild from its lair in Skullport, driven by an obsession with power and wealth, while doting on its pet fish, Sylgar.

A grief-stricken philanthropist trapped by a devil’s bargain. Ammalia hides her desperation behind piety and charm, slowly unraveling under the weight of guilt and love for the children she may damn to save.

Istrid Horn is a cunning and shrewd dwarf cleric of Vergadain, using her wealth and influence to ensure loyalty and power in Waterdeep, all while maintaining a cold and calculating demeanor.

Barnibus Blastwind is a meticulous and non-violent wizard dedicated to investigating magical crimes in Waterdeep, known for his secretive nature and partnership with Saeth Cromley.

Tashlyn is Master of Arms and Mercenaries for the Waterdeep Zhentarim. In this role, she provides armor, weapons, and training to sellswords on the Black Network's payroll.

Skeemo is a deep gnome alchemist and supplier of magical goods for the Zhentarim, known for his shifty demeanor and love of dangerous concoctions.

Ahmaergo, a towering Minotaur and right hand of the Xanathar, blends brute strength with cunning intellect, serving as a loyal yet corrupt advisor in the shadows of Waterdeep.

Yagra Stonefist, a headstrong half-orc mercenary for the Zhentarim, is known for her wrestling skills and vengeful nature, navigating the complexities of Waterdeep's underworld.