[17], In Mirtul of 1360 DR, Tarth Hornwood arrived at Elminster's tower seeking to be trained by the sage of shadowdale in exchange for the Lost Ring of Murbrand. Elminster Aumar 1375 DR Events of Expedition to Undermountain. Nicknames Navigation. Despite this, on Nightal 30 he eventually stumbled across the Princes of Shade and overheard them planning an attack on shadowdale while he was trapped in the form of a tree. [51], In 1336 DR, Elminster visited the Moonshae Isles. OP does not say Elminster and his patron deity vs Mab, just Elminster, Mystra is not even involved here. [30] Later that night during a feast, Elminster followed the group as they tried to leave with the help of Malik el Sami. Wiki Le Monde des Royaumes Oubliés (French), Inhabitants with a 39 challenge rating (3e), Songs of the Wind: The Holdings of Windsong Tower, Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting 3rd edition, Forgotten Realms Campaign Set (DM's Sourcebook of the Realms), “Campaign Workshop: Hero Battle: Elminster”, Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting 2nd edition (revised), “Grand History of the Realms: The Moonshaes”, https://forgottenrealms.fandom.com/wiki/Elminster_Aumar?oldid=614441, Pages using DynamicPageList parser function, "Gone gathering spell components." While in Undermountain, Halaster seems constantly distracted, always chuckling and muttering to himself over people and happenings only he can discern. For a few years, "Elmara" was a priestess of Mystra. Narnra is a thief who was raised by a single mother in Waterdeep. Later, during a fake ritual for Bane, she revealed herself to be the goddess Mystra herself, once again testing him. Summary. Halaster has collected many things through out the centuries, some unique, some crazy. And that's a rare and precious thing, knowing yourself. Once Halaster is unleashed, the Chosen will be brought in immediately. The Simbul, Larloch, Tam, Elminster, Mystra's Chosens, Halaster, Vangerdahast, Gromph Baenre, Telamont Tanthul, and some others can work together to deal with the guilds and their masters. Range: Extended melee range with melee weapons, varies from several meters to thousands of meters with various spells, up to universal or multiversal with certain spells like Plane Shift, Wish, and Teleport. For the rest of the surviving Seven, they have canonical reasons to still be … higher with Improved Initiative, Lifting Strength: Class 1 physically, much higher with magic, potentially up to Class M with transformation, Striking Strength: At least Multi-Continent Class, Durability: At least Multi-Continent level (Capable of casually tanking attacks from the likes of Aumvor the Undying and other major Sword Coast threats). The three frequently met at Ed Greenwood's home on Earth to exchange spells and news of each other's worlds. Mystra proposed that Elminster should be one of her Chosen, and he quickly agreed. Class Child(ren) He can portray himself as a trickster, a ra… Tarth tries to trick Elminster by using a fake staff built by Sarlin the Serpent, however the Old Mage reveals the deception and presents the real staff to Tarth instead. Additionally, Elminster has a limited (albeit very high) number of spells he can cast each day, must re-prepare his spells if he wishes to cast them again, and can be overconfident. Character Wiki. [38], Elminster was in attendance for the refounding of the Harpers in 720 DR.[43], Somewhere around the mid–7th century DR, Elminster entered a tomb and became trapped there in stasis for roughly a century. Have a pleasant day. [9], In 1479 DR, after finally admitting that they needed help saving the Realms, and having run out of easy-to-steal magic items to feed to the Simbul, Elminster sought to gain access to artifacts known to contain the spirits of the Nine—objects powerful enough to pierce the wards surrounding the royal palace or, Elminster believed, to permanently restore the Simbul's sanity. . Several years later, Greenwood brought the setting to publication for the D&D game as a series of magazine articles, and … 3. When Elminster retrieved the key in 1336 DR at a magefair with the help of Storm Silverhand and subsequently opened the closet, Raerlin appeared as a lich. (This sign at the base of the path is very old and weather beaten, and most pay it little heed. [40], In 324 DR, the Harpers are formed by Dathlue Mistwinter. Whatever ye use it for, it always, always transforms the user and that upon which it acts. His clothes were plain. Halaster takes complete control of the Undermountain in 309DR. Elminster's most distinguishing physical feature was his hawk-like nose. That is as monstrous as the act of the usurper who slays all babies in a land, for fear of a rightful heir someday rising against him! When Bane and Elminster battled inside his tower, Elminster used a spell to get rid of the avatar, but both of them were struck, and others believed Elminster was slain. They helped him in continuing conflicts with the Shadowmasters. [31][32], Elminster once (briefly) had a Calishite apprentice named Raerlin, who stole the key to Elminster's closet in order to obtain a powerful spellbook (or possibly a phylactery). Outrage? Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. Since its inception, Dungeons & Dragons has prominently featured wizards and the powerful magic they weave. He rarely reveals the full extent of his true nature to anyone who is not an extremely close friend. That's one of those overblown emotions reserved for fools who haven't been paying attention. During their meeting two Thayan red wizards tried to kill Elminster but failed in both attempts. However, Elminster's own stats are incorrect in the EPH. A relatively light-hearted book when compared to the more violent Elminster in Hell, it focuses primarily on the life of one of Elminster's children, Narnra Shalace. [39] On Tarsakh 4 of this year, Lady Laurlaethee Shaurlanglar attempted to poison Elminster by lacing his moonwine with srindym. He is prone to long reveries in which he sees again people and places now long vanished. [21][18], As a high-level wizard, Elminster was capable of taking on almost any appearance imaginable. ), "No trespassing. Later, during a burglary, Elminster met the Magister of the time, Dorgon "Stonecloak" Heamilolothtar. Ye, I, and all gathered here now, are dangerous. Forgotten Realms is a campaign setting for the Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) fantasy role-playing game.Commonly referred to by players and game designers alike as "The Realms", it was created by game designer Ed Greenwood around 1967 as a setting for his childhood stories. ", "Trespassers could die a quick and certain death or they could be invited in for stew. Afterward, Myrjala taught Elminster a lot about magic, until he could at last get revenge against the magelords of Athalantar. They are a fan-favorite class that allow players to enjoy the fantasy of being an all-knowing, fireball hurling, master of the arcane, but on Toril, the world of the popular Forgotten Realms setting, there is no wizard more legendary than Elminster Aumar, the Sage of Shadowdale. During his thousand-year lifespan, Elminster has trained and reared a long succession of apprentices who have all become superb spellcasters in their own right, helped found The Harpers, and raised several of the Seven Sisters. In his natural state, Elminster was an old man with a gray beard, gruff voice, and weathered features but with alert eyes. [68], In 1487 DR, Elminster (with the help of the Srinshee, Alustriel, and Laeral Silverhand) stopped Shar as well as Larloch from becoming the new deity of magic. If both tentacles hit and inject venom, the victim must also save vs death magic -2 or die from respiratory paralysis within 1d4 minutes. [38], Some believed he had a hand in the founding of the city Waterdeep, or just with setting up its system of lords. When this happened, only Storm was able to bring his mind back, giving of her own essence to soothe Elminster's mind. [52], In 1350 DR, Elminster 'retired' to Shadowdale, though this was something of a ruse to provoke certain enemies. Elminster was credited with the creation of the following spells: Elminster penned a number of books in his time including Songs of the Wind: The Holdings of Windsong Tower,[27] Harping by Moonlight: Approaches to Life, and A Myth Drannan Amphigory. If he is ever removed from Undermountain, he regains his lucidity. [64], Elminster Aumar battles fiends in the Nine Hells, by Matthew Stawicki, In the early hours of Hammer 1, 1372 DR, Elminster entered the portal and narrowly managed to close it, but at the expense of much of his magical strength. [53][54], Elminster played a key part in establishing the Rangers Three. He can be imperious, grave, and terrible, however, and furthermore is a consummate actor. [17], In 851 DR, Elminster mentored the newly-appointed Chosen of Mystra, Sammaster, in how to use his new powers. Elminster explains that Nimra would help train Tarth as she was still bound to Nerndal's service - and now his. He killed Telamont Tanthul and let Thultanthar fall upon Myth Drannor. I've walked these realms for over a thousand years. [17], However, while Elminster was absent, the other Chosen, the Knights of Myth Drannor, and the Rangers Three held off the forces of evil until his return to the world. The Elder Scrolls metaphysics & philosophy, can avoid the spell Call Lightning and can tag individuals with the evasion feat, https://vsbattles.fandom.com/wiki/Elminster?oldid=6924727. Eleint 30 Halaster attempts a ritual of unknown purpose but great power. Elminster is one of the founding members and one of the few humans among its ranks. Mystra[4] Morrus is the owner of EN World and EN Publishing, creator of the ENnies, creator of the What's OLD is NEW (WOIN), Simply6, and Awfully Cheerful Engine game systems, and co-host of the weekly Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk podcast. My idea for Halaster is to give a different version of him each floor. [69], In 1491 DR, Elminster and Mirt the Moneylender returned to the city of Waterdeep, both aiding the newly appointed Open Lord of Waterdeep, Laeral Silverhand, uncover the culprits behind a string of murders of Masked Lords. Narnra leads the life of a loner thief in Waterdeep , with no one to depend on but herself. One of the many meetings of Elminster, Dalamar, and Mordenkainen. Magic-user 26 Fighter 1 Rogue 2 Cleric 3 Wizard 24 Archmage 5 [57], In Mirtul of 1364 DR, Elminster took on Nouméa Fairbright as an apprentice after being introduced by the Great Lady Calabrista of Selgaunt. Remember also that the mage who slays with Art carries the weight of every slain soul around with him from the moment of killing onward. In Greyhawk, a 10th level character is a reknowned hero, in FR a 10th level character may well be second-in-command of a major city's constabulary. Elminster was subject to brutal tortures, surviving only because of his exceptional endurance and ability to heal himself with silver fire. [55], In 1357 DR, Elminster helped shield Shandril Shessair from her enemies, the Zhentarim and the Cult of the Dragon. Even fellow dark mages, such as the infamous Halaster Blackcloak of Undermountain, despised Manshoon as a rival and sought to eliminate him. Go forth and take up arms against the perils that beset us! Name: Elminster Aumar, The Old Mage, The Sage of Shadowdale, The Great Oversorcerer, Stinkbeard, Old Sage, Doombringer of Mystra, Classification: Human, Epic Level Character, Wizard, Chosen of Mystra, Former Priest(ess) of Mystra. ", "Rumors of spike-filled pits along this path are almost totally false. [47], During the Harpstar Wars in 1222 DR, Elminster defeated the Zulkir of Necromancy, Szass Tam, and earned himself (and the Harpers) the emnity of Thay. Along the way, Mystra was completely restored. 2nd Edition Statistics[17] On Eleint 21 in 1246 DR, Elminster consulted with the Srinshee and Thauntar before preparing to challenge the Simbul in Aglarond for her mage-slaying activites. Completing this collection will give you on additional bonus of 10. Not even the gods took unto themselves the power to control ye or me so tightly that we cannot walk or speak or breathe save at another's bidding! With his Band of Intellect, his intelligence score rivals that of Gond. Video Game captures I have taken. [22], In his natural state, Elminster was an old man with a gray beard, gruff voice, and weathered features but with alert eyes. [62], Elminster fought a running battle against phaerimm, beholders and even the lich Wulgreth through the wild magic area of the dire wood. Forgotten Realms Wiki is a FANDOM Games Community. The Old Mage[4]The Sage of Shadowdale[4]The Great Oversorcerer[5]Stinkbeard[6]Old Sage[7]Doombringer of Mystra[7]El'Minster[8] And then I started thinking… if there is someone out there really giving alignments to the players and NPCs. Former home(s) Yet, I am far from the oldest, wisest, or mightiest being to walk the ground of Faerûn with my well-worn boots—and that is truth. Debuff lasts 10 seconds. Magic creates, but it also destroys. Shadowdale, Shadowdale[11][12]Myth Drannor, Cormanthyr[13]Hastarl, Athalantar[14]Wind Cavern[14]Heldon, Athalantar[15] But if ye learn the long history of my deeds, ye'll know precisely what I stand for and what I am. As Elminster, like most other wizards, received his power from Mystra, he was left powerless. Standard Equipment: Possesses a large array of various items, including: Intelligence: At least Extraordinary Genius, has an immense superhuman intellect with over a millennia of experience and mastery of a wide array of lore, professions, skills, magic, tactics, and more. Due to the essence of the artifact and the sheer power of Elminster's wards, on whose power the artifact fed, the Sharrans defeated Elminster (though not without losing most of their number) and a contingency spell whisked Elminster away, while his tower itself was blasted into ruin and transported to another, unknown plane. Powers and Abilities: Superhuman Physical Characteristics, Master wizard, spellcraft specialist, alchemist, and lorekeeper, expert swordsman and combatant, skilled in a variety of other trades, Genius Intelligence, Longevity, Master of Magic, Energy Manipulation, Elemental Manipulation (Of the fire, ice, water, earth, wind, lightning, acid, and sound varieties), Poison Manipulation, Light Manipulation, Darkness Manipulation, Mind Manipulation, Soul Manipulation, Minor Luck Manipulation, Minor Holy Magic, Divination, Shapeshifting, Transmutation, Petrification, Creation, Forcefield, Can cancel the abilities and powers of others, Several attacks ignore durability or instantly kill, Healing, Regeneration (Low-Mid) via the Ring of Regeneration, Teleportation, Illusion Creation, Spatial Manipulation, Time Manipulation, Can open portals, Battlefield Removal, Telepathy, Psionics, Summoning, Reality Warping via Limited Wish and Wish, Nigh-immunity to mind and soul-based attacks, poisons, diseases, magic, traps, and the like, Immunity to a wide array of mundane and supernatural effects, A wide array of contingency effects further protect him from harm. On one occasion, Elminster even stole into the bedchambers of King Foril Obarskyr and made changes to the Suzail Writ, while his majesty slept not a spear-length away. Edged Barbute of Halaster's Successor 808: 2,020: 4,848: 19,392: 1,212: 808: 14,544 Sex He has been a game publisher and RPG community administrator for over 20 years, and has been reporting on D&D news for two decades. For years he has confounded the Zhentarim, The Red Wizards of Thay, and a hundred rival mages, but in his advanced age he now prefers to work through younger and more vigorous heroes rather than move directly against his foes. Class Home The Magister asked him if he desired to learn magic, but Elminster refused, as he hated all mages because of the magelords. After knowing the love of the Goddess Mystra, nothing awes him or leaves him much afraid. For years he has confounded the Zhentarim, The Red Wizards of Thay, and a hundred rival mages, but in his advanced age he now prefers to work through younger and more vigorous heroes rather than move directly against his foes. [24], Elminster was known to be capable of bypassing the wards of Blackstaff Tower and teleporting directly inside the structure unbidden, something Khelben believed him to be the lone individual capable of. [17], During the Time of Troubles, Elminster defended Shadowdale against a Zhentarim army commanded by Bane himself. He then sought to train his great-granddaughter while attempting to defend the Forest Kingdom from Manshoon and traitorous nobles alike. Elminster could still cast minor cantrips at times—and had, on several occasions, cast minor illusions—without going mad, though this wasn't always the case. 2. Who said anything about killing Mystra? In one of his recent novels he was detained by an Archdevil of the Nine Hells, and had to be rescued by Halaster of Undermountain...with some boosting from Mystra (speculation is that now he is also a Chosen of Mystra and not insane!) Videos from outdoors in the wilderness of California. After performing the ritual to destroy the staff, the item transfrom into Nimra Ninehands who had been trapped in the staff for over 700 years. Weaknesses: Some of Elminster's spells require certain material components in order to be cast properly. The titanic battle that eventually erupted between Elminster and the Simbul caused much damage to the Witch-Queen's palace before they both agreed to move the battle to Crommor's Fang. [49] As a high-level wizard, Elminster was capable of taking on almost any appearance imaginable. Soon after, Mystra even turned him into a woman, to strengthen his bond with magic and to expand his understanding of the world, as well as to enable to pass unnoticed by his enemies. He met and formed a bond of friendship with a young thief, Farl, who knew Elminster as "Eladar the Dark". He's also a passable fighter and thief, and a superb dancer. He was rarely without his meerschaum pipe, usually smoking a vile blue or green smoke. [9] Later, thanks to the sacrifice of the Simbul, he regained his former body again and ruined for good Manshoon's claim to the throne of Suzail. This channel has a focus on a mixture of different types of content. [38], Elminster remained in Cormanthyr for over two decades, and was present in 261 DR when the mythal was raised and the city was renamed Myth Drannor. The battle was terrible, but Elminster was victorious and finally claimed the kingdom's throne. Khelben is around 30, Halaster also around 30. 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