High Fantasy
The City of Splendors brought to life! Designed for narrative-rich experiences in the Forgotten Realms setting of Faerun's Sword Coast. While the main focus of the world is Waterdeep, locations throughout the Sword Coast and outer planes are available as well.
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
| Played | 36 times |
| Cloned | 10 times |
| Created | 59 days ago |
| Last Updated | Yesterday |
| Visibility | Public |
Ahmaergo
Level 10 Beast Barbarian -
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.
Details
| Race | Beast |
| Class | Barbarian |
| Level | 10 |
| Alignment | |
| Pronouns | He/Him |
| Location | 10000, 10000 |
Skills
Acrobatics
Animal Handling
Arcana
Athletics
Deception
History
Insight
Intimidation
Investigation
Medicine
Nature
Perception
Performance
Persuasion
Religion
Sleight Of Hand
Stealth
Survival
Ispreparedcaster
Isspellcaster
Currencies
| Dragon | 0 |
| Shard | 0 |
| Nib | 0 |
appearance
Ahmaergo is a tall and imposing Minotaur with a broad frame, standing head and shoulders above most. His thick black beard, streaked with gray, frames a fierce visage, complemented by sharp green eyes that seem to pierce through the darkness. One of his horns is black, while the other is a white, adding to his dual nature. He dresses in finely tailored black leather adorned with intricate gold embroidery, a testament to his status within the Xanathar Guild. A battleaxe, etched with ancient dwarven runes, rests at his side, a symbol of his strength and authority.
personality
Ahmaergo is a paradox; he exudes a calm and civil demeanor, yet beneath lies a cunning and ruthless nature. He is fiercely loyal to Xanathar, willing to do whatever it takes to protect his master’s interests. His fascination with dwarves often leads him to engage in conversations about their culture, though he uses this knowledge to manipulate and deceive. He is strategic, always calculating his next move, and enjoys the thrill of power and control. Ahmaergo is not one to shy away from violence when necessary, but he prefers to use his intellect to outmaneuver his enemies. Those who underestimate him do so at their peril.
backstory
Ahmaergo, a towering Minotaur, serves as the right hand of the notorious Xanathar in Waterdeep. Originally hailing from the depths of Undermountain, he was summoned by the Xanathar after a pact with Halastar, granting him enhanced intelligence and reasoning. This transformation allowed him to rise to prominence within the Xanathar Guild, where he quickly became the second most influential figure, just behind the mad beholder. His loyalty to Xanathar is unwavering, and he navigates the treacherous waters of the guild with cunning and ambition. Despite his brutish appearance, Ahmaergo possesses a fascination with dwarven culture, often collecting their artifacts and studying their craftsmanship. His dual nature as a civil advisor and a corrupt enforcer makes him a complex character, feared and respected by those who cross his path.
Stats
Strength
18
Dexterity
8
Constitution
16
Intelligence
16
Wisdom
14
Charisma
12
Armor Class
16
Max HP
85
Speed
25
HP
85 / 85 HP
XP
64,00064,000 XP84,999
Level 10
Equipped Items
Spellbook
Ahmaergo is not a spellcaster.