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The City of Splendors brought to life! Designed for narrative-rich experiences in a detailed world.


Author's Note: Welcome to Waterdeep: The City of Splendors Step into one of the most iconic and richly storied cities in the Forgotten Realms—now expanded and reimagined for deeper exploration and immersive play. Waterdeep: The City of Splendors is your gateway to the Sword Coast, the Moonsea Region, and even the distant reaches of the Outer Planes. While Waterdeep remains the heart of the experience, its surrounding territories are available for those bold enough to venture beyond the city walls. This adaptation builds upon official Forgotten Realms lore, but introduces both minor and major changes to support a more engaging and open-ended campaign. For example, the characters from Baldur’s Gate 3 are playable, but have been recontextualized to exist in Waterdeep rather than Baldur’s Gate. Content is designed for compatibility with Waterdeep: Dragon Heist, Dungeon of the Mad Mage, and a host of original plot hooks waiting to be uncovered across the city’s alleys, taverns, towers, and catacombs. You’re free to explore at your own pace, shape the world as you see fit, or lose yourself in the layered politics, mysteries, and magic of the city. This is not a replacement for a traditional tabletop game—it’s a love letter to it. Dedicated to anyone who struggles to find a group and is itching to play. If you enjoy what’s inside, consider supporting the official Dungeons & Dragons books. They remain an invaluable resource for players and storytellers alike—and they make excellent collectibles. Join the Community For updates, feedback, or to share your stories, visit the Friends and Fables Discord and head to #Waterdeep: The City of Splendors. Recent Updates Map v2 initiated Major Arcana NPCs (central figures) v1 complete Gods v1 finished (additional pantheons incoming) Current Roadmap Sword Coast Expansion in development Minor Arcana NPCs (supporting cast) in progress Monsters, Items, and Spells being added regularly Factions & Shops receiving unique NPCs and updates Points of Interest (POIs) undergoing refinements
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Kineticist
d8
Spellcaster

Kineticist

Kineticists are living psionic channels for elemental matter and energy, manipulating the world around them by drawing upon inner reserves from their own bodies. Kineticists often awaken to their kinetic abilities during a violent or traumatic experience, releasing their power involuntarily. As kinetic power is seldom inherited, kineticists are rarely able to find mentors to guide them, so they must delve into these mysteries on their own to learn to control their gifts.

Thaumaturge
d8
Spellcaster

Thaumaturge

Thaumaturges study all forms of magic—arcane, divine, elemental, and natural. They draw shallow from many sources but dive deep where they're passionate. Neither wizard nor cleric, they blend faith, theory, and instinct. Able to channel fire, raise the dead, or whatever they please without limit. Their strength in versatility and adaptation. Wherever magic flows—through gods, nature, or the raw weave—they follow, ever curious, ever reaching. They are generalists by design, specialists by choice.

Ninja
d8
Spellcaster

Ninja

Ninjas are masters of striking from concealment, these warriors have perfected the art of killing and mystical arts. The combine the use of spiritual magic with their own combat discipline.

Diabolist
d12
Spellcaster

Diabolist

The Diabolist harnesses the infernal powers of demons, wielding their infernal magics and summoning fiendish allies to do their bidding. They have the ability to draw strength from their themselves if they’re a demon or drawing power from demonic patrons that grant them power. Diabolist have both martial and magical prowess, making them a variable threat in combat.

Psionic
d8
Spellcaster

Psionic

Psionics is power born of the self, will shaped into force. Psionics tap into the hidden depths of the mind to bend reality, read thoughts, move objects, or alter emotion. Whether telepath, kineticist, or seer, all Psionics rely on discipline, not magic or gods. Their mind is their only tool, honed into a weapon through focus and self-mastery.

Samurai
Melee

Samurai

The Samurai embodies discipline, and honor. They excel in combat, mastering both offense and defense with deadly precision. Samurai are also skilled survivors and environmental guides, navigating and thriving in even the harshest terrains. Ronin, Samurai without a master, are often viewed with suspicion, as they live outside the traditional code. Some see them as symbols of freedom, forging their own path in a rigid society.

Civilian
Melee

Civilian

The Civilian is a versatile class representing the everyday folk of the realm. Skilled in various trades and crafts, they possess a wealth of knowledge about their surroundings and can adapt to different situations, whether it be bartering in the market, tending to livestock, or navigating the complexities of local politics.

Artificer
d8
Spellcaster

Artificer

An Artificer tinkers with magic and technology, crafting wondrous devices. They blend arcane knowledge with practical skill, wielding enchanted tools and mechanical constructs. From alchemical potions to complex automatons, their creations are as diverse as their ingenuity. Often eccentric and driven, they push the boundaries of what's possible, seeking to solve problems with their unique inventions.

Wizard
d8
Spellcaster

Wizard

Learned mages who study and cast spells from spellbooks.

Warlock
d8
Spellcaster

Warlock

Spellcasters bound by a pact to supernatural entities.

Sorcerer
d8
Spellcaster

Sorcerer

Innate spellcasters with magical bloodlines.

Rogue
Melee

Rogue

Stealthy, dexterous adventurers skilled in evasion and subterfuge.

Ranger
d8
Spellcaster

Ranger

Skilled hunter and tracker, proficient with ranged attacks.

Paladin
d8
Spellcaster

Paladin

Holy warriors imbued with divine magic.

Monk
Melee

Monk

Master of martial arts, using inner force and agility.

Fighter
Melee

Fighter

Skilled in martial arts, versatile with weapons and armor.

Druid
d8
Spellcaster

Druid

Shapeshifting spellcasters connected to nature.

Cleric
d8
Spellcaster

Cleric

Divine spellcasters devoted to a deity, able to heal and harm.

Bard
d8
Spellcaster

Bard

Musical mages with a wide range of abilities and spells.

Barbarian
Melee

Barbarian

Masters of brute force, harnessing their rage to deliver powerful blows.

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