High Fantasy

Waterdeep: Adventures in the Forgotten Realms

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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

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Brian the Swordmaster's Smithy

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(-916, 4930)

Description

Brian the Swordmaster's Smithy stands two stories tall on the south side of Brian's Street, where it meets Fishwife Alley in Waterdeep's Southern Ward. Owned by Brian the Swordmaster, secretly a Masked Lord of Waterdeep, the smithy is a hub of craftsmanship and community. Brian, a muscular man with a bald head and a black beard, is known for his straightforward demeanor and exceptional skills as a swordsmith and armorer. His shop is filled with the sounds of hammering metal and the scent of coal, attracting both adventurers seeking quality weapons and locals in need of repairs. Above the smithy, Brian resides, blending his life as a craftsman with his role among the city's elite. The smithy reflects the spirit of Waterdeep, where the common folk and nobility intersect, and where the art of forging weapons is both a trade and a passion.

Appearance

A two-story building with a sturdy wooden door, smoke rising from the chimney, and the sound of metal clanging echoing from within.