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Brief History
In the words of the famous mage Elminister, "Neverwinter is a friendly city of craftsmen, who trade extensively via the great merchants of Waterdeep; their water-clocks and multi-hued lamps can be found throughout the Realms. Neverwinter gained its name from the skill of its gardeners, who contrived to keep flowers blooming throughout the months of snow -- a practice they continue with pride" However, that is but one of the explaination of how Neverwinter got its name.
The city was founded in 87 DR, and was the "Jewel of the North", a respite in the Savage North. The river Neverwinter which flows through the city is warm and that causes the city to never have winters. It is said that Lord Naver, the founder of the city took stand against the orcs and declared that this place would be Never's Winter.
The city withstood the Spellplague in 1385 DR. However, soon after Mount Hotenow erupted in 1451 DR. This destroyed much of the city in a flash and ripped opened a chasm in Neverwinter.
After some tumultuous times for the city, Thay controlled the city. Ashmadai were allied with Thay, but became a major power when Sylora Salm died in 1463 DR. During this time, the Ashmadai ruled unchallenged in the city and the only surviving bridge called Winged Wyvern was renamed Herzgo Alegni.
In 1467 DR, "Dagult 'Dagger' Neverember, a hard-drinking, eloquent, and impressive lion of a man and Open Lord of Waterdeep decided to control Neverwinter. He collected Mintarn Mercenaries instead of his army from Waterdeep and captured Protector's Enclave. Instead of declaring himself a Lord, instead he declared himself as a Protector of Neverwinter and called upon citizens to rebuild the city to its former glory. Today, Lord Protector of city manages the affairs of the city along with his admnistrative Mayor, Soman Galt (a dwarf) and his trusted General who commands the Mintarn Mercenaries, Sabine.
Important Locations
- Protector's Enclave
- Moonstone Mask
- Winged Wyvern
- Neverdeath
- House of Knowledge
- The Wall
- The Chasm
- Cloak Tower
- Shard of Night
- River District
- Blacklake District
- Vellgard Manor
- Castle Never
- Docks