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In Agnosco Adventum, I mentioned that the ocean currents from the Azure Sea round the northern tip of the Amedian Penninsula and move in a clock-wise direction around Jeklea bay to exit back into the ...

. . . seeing the weather on the news you remember that weather patterns generally move from California eastward across the continent to the Atlantic states.

If someone would just expliain that to h ...

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Addendum:

This all makes sense when you look at the Darlene map of the Flanaess. You'll see tha ...

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The above image shows how the prevailing winds on earth generally move. As you can see, for the first 30 degrees north and south of o ...

That being said, if the creature makes its Magic Resistance roll, does that mean the spell for its FULL duration is ineffective, OR does that mean the creature is immune to that individual attack and ...

I'm going to agree with you for game balance reasons.

Usually, a spell requires either a To Hit roll from the caster or a saving throw by the target, not both. It is a 5th level spell that has two ...

I don't remember any mention of cataracts in the description of any river in the Flanaess. If there was one, it would make the river unnavigable at that point and would require a portage point, or may ...

The 'sharp check' dealt to Lolth could refer to the defeat of Lareth, the Beautiful in ToEE. Which makes it happen before GDQ.

Otherwise, you can chalk it up to the inconsistency of the early days ...

I have always considered demi-humans, including drow, to have agency. The alignments given to them in the Monster Manual(s) are no more than generalities.

As Califor and Lareth mentioned, the non- ...

Thus, my post—and final question: what guilds are most influential IYC, and why?

Well, my campaign is usually based in the northern Vesve forest, but Sir Xaris has brought his favorite guild with h ...

Welcome, MistMaster!

We hope you can find lots of fun information to convert to your favorite rules edition. Happy

SirXaris

That's quite a prophecy, Grodog! Happy

A good prophecy can kick of a campaign well, but it cannot be too specific, and has to leave room for interpretation... the best prophecies, like riddles ...

Welcome to Canonfire!, Mike and Daryl!

We hope you will join in the forum threads with enthusiasm. Also, be sure to check out the Articles link at the top of the page. I'm sure you'll find much o ...

The reason I mentioned the potential contract between the Church of St. Cuthbert and the Assassin's guild is because of the Lawful nature of the two entities. (St. Cuthbert's clergy are generally LN ...

Well, what's the point of having a guild if not to uphold the reputation of the members?

Yes, the guild would see to it that the contract was fulfilled. Otherwise, potential clients will go elsewh ...

IMC, Mayheine is originally from Oerth. She attains the status of a Hero-deity and travels/is sent by her divine sponsor to other worlds to further his agenda there. Eventually, she attains the stat ...

It could also be interpreted to mean that a 14th level mage can complete all the requirements for the creation of a lesser thassalos - as long as he has the help of a 16th level buddy to cast the perm ...

I believe it was in a Dungeon Magazine adventure, but it may have been in Rary, the Traitor, the desert nomads were called something like, "Twaregs". Later, I discovered that there is a real desert n ...

After so many failed attempts at a quality D&D movie, I am optimistically hopeful about this one.

From the teaser, I fear that it may be a bit over-the-top, again, like the others before it, bu ...

The last official write-up of Iggwilv that I am aware of was in The Savage Tide AP, wherein she is a 26th level Wizard/4th level Arch-Mage (30th level spell-caster) living in the Abyss to further her ...

Great work, Doc! Happy

b) Where in Greyhawk City does one buy licenses and permits?

I suggest you look for this information in Maldin's Greyhawk. A link may be found on the Canonfire! home page.

SirXaris

Once the party believes they have paid all necessary bribes and obtained all necessary permissions and permits, they will find that the People's Constables are drawn to them like lead to a loadstone! ...

Welcome to Canonfire! Doc!

We're all happy to help answer any questions we may have an answer for and enjoy offering helpful suggestions whenever they are sought.

SirXaris

-350 CY: The Aerdi appear on the border of the Oeridian Kingdom. After extracting an exorbitant payment from the Southern Confederation they attack the Oeridian Kingdom. (3)

Let me see if I am ...

Soulsong,

That sounds like a great project! Please contact Cebrion directly, if you don't get an answer to your question on this thread. Smile

SirXaris

Thank you for that clarification, Rasgon. Somehow, I was under the impression that the parent empire of Gaxmoor was The Oeridian Kingdom of Aerdy. Your clarification makes much more sense. Happy

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That's an interesting background, Rasgon, though I am uncertain if the reference I quote below should instead say 'East' (toward Rauxes) instead of "West".

The lack of any safe communication
with ...

Welcome Jeff!

You began D&D the same year I did, though you were about three years younger. Smile

We're thrilled to have you become a part of our community. Enjoy perusing the various ...

I'm also trying to imagine if Fionor the Rude were a modern day celebrity, who would he be? He needs a strong portrayal at the table and I'm not yet sure who to model him on.

It might be difficult ...

All good suggestions above.

Additionally,

The Fellreeve - against a Bandit Kingdom lord or against a despot in the Horned Society.

The Phostwood - against the Church Militant in the Pale.

...

Personally, I think that if you are using any edition of D&D up to 2nd Ed., you should consider her a C/F 10/10. If you are using any edition of D&D 3.0 or later, or are using Pathfinder rule ...

Welcome to Canonfire! JoeGambe and cinemak! We hope you enjoy the show. Happy

SirXaris

Adding to Rasgon's point about elves dying due to violence, disease, etc., you could simply determine how many elves die from such things yearly, on average, and add that number to the successful birt ...

So what would that make the Tiger Nomads?

These guys, though I can't remember the website I found this picture on.

https://i.pinimg.com/736x/46/56/04/46560479fdd83002b3b079d43e2d6a82.jpg

Prince Melf Brightflame.

SirXaris

I see many portraits of famous NPCs. What I would like to see now are action pieces of these famous NPCs interacting with other NPCs/opponents.

For example, Warduke in the midst of a huge battle, ...

Welcome to Canonfire! Taffy. Sounds like you're about my age. :)

I am surprised that you haven't gotten into Greyhawk if you began playing that long ago. Did you begin in a home campaign world, ...

I agree that Irongate would be a fantastic city to have more detail on as a base of operations, like the City of Greyhawk.

But, from a purely adventuring point of view, I would choose Molag, Rauxes ...

I would like to know more about what Iggwilv has been up to lately.

Likewise, I am interested in the further development of Eclavdra and Obmi, Tzunk, and Keraptis.

I would like to know more abou ...

I only did it once. Laughing

SirXaris

You are a funny man, Rasgon! Laughing

SirXaris

Umm...

"The Realms." "Waterdeep." ???

You may have posted this on the wrong website. Wink

SirXaris

I remember the greater mummy being a more powerful version with clerical spell-casting abilities from earlier editions, but 5th edition has a version of its own.
https://www.5esrd.com/database/creatu ...

That was a fun read, Kirt! Thank you for sharing it with us. Smile

SirXaris

Religion/gods
Reproductive rate/age of maturity
Relationships with various other races/monster types

SirXaris

Interesting stuff, Artharn.

well here we come into the dilemma of these territories being just too damn large. it would be the equivalent of gifting a people a territory the size of China

Perhap ...

Icarus is probably the most knowledgeable person on Canonfire! when it comes to the Blackmoon Chronicles and their association with Greyhawk.

If you can't reach him here, you might try at the Oerth ...

Wasn't there also a troglodyte kingdom worshipping demogorgon that pre-dated the Flan? I believe it was in the area of Sunndi/The Great Kingdom, as I remember the early Flan of Ehlissa coming into co ...

The link when clicking on the Sea of Dust takes the viewer to the postcard for the Shield Lands.

There may be more errors, but I haven't taken the time to check them all.

SirXaris

I have played in, and DM'd campaigns that began with the PCs as either soldiers or mercenaries.

It is a great way to get them set up with some basic equipment and into battle quickly. It is easies ...

Ket is then the go between in trade between west and east, shipping out silk and importing linen (with hemp, wool and cotton, being produced both east and west).

Where in the Baklunish lands do you ...

Ket is then the go between in trade between west and east, shipping out silk and importing linen (with hemp, wool and cotton, being produced both east and west).

Where in the Baklunish lands do you ...

My take isn't exactly any of the above mentioned options.

First, I do agree with Jason's point that (Un)Holy Water is a magical item once created, albeit divine in nature rather than arcane.

Sin ...

Welcome, Peregrine!

We are always pleased to hear that our website has provided inspiration and joy to another Greyhawk fan - new or old. We are also happy to meet you and include you in our club. ...

Blackwell

See also "Agnosco Adventum" from Canonfire! Chronicles Vol. I. There is no map of the town, but some of the buildings are described, and its wall, gatehouse, and docks are mentioned.
...

Cool, cthaeh! Happy

But...

Jade Bay Jerlea Bay

It is "Jeklea Bay". Wink

SirXaris

Krak de Chevalier is no small keep! It is probably the most powerful non-concentric castle in the world. It is a wonder that would require an incredible concentration of man-power and/or magic and ...

You guys are awesome!

Thank you Longetalos, Gary Holian, and Jason Zavoda, for doing so much work to make our fun easier. Happy

SirXaris

What is Iggwilv up to?

Did Iuz free himself from Zagyg's imprisonment, or did Robilar free him?

Who killed Ren O' the Star?

Does King Snurre Ironbelly really look like Hulk Hogan? (I saw it ...

St. Cuthbert vs. Iuz
Demogorgon vs. Orcus

It appears that none of the three adventures in the Canonfire! Chronicles are listed on the map. Those are all, obviously, Greyhawk adventures.

SirXaris

Ah, thanks, Jason! Somehow, I missed the (un)enchanted part of that statement. Razz

SirXaris

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I love Mads Mikkelson! Is this photo from King Arthur?

Gauntlet of crushing grip:
... It can easily crush a flagon or snap an unenchanted blade. ...

Per the last portion of the description, I suggest the following:

Within Perrenland, west of the Ulsprue Mountains.

Within Sterich, west of the Jotens.

In Geoff, southeast of the Hornwood in ...

In truth the Beggar King is a ranger-lord, sometimes an avatar of the land itself. Those of the Old Faith, from the most common believer to the most powerful of druids has dreamed him into existence ...

In truth the Beggar King is a ranger-lord, sometimes an avatar of the land itself. Those of the Old Faith, from the most common believer to the most powerful of druids has dreamed him into existence ...

The Adventure Cards in the City of Greyhawk boxed set are perfect for this. They are two pages of adventure (front and back on card-stock) and can be run easily in 3 or 4 hours.

One of my favorite ...

Your description of The Raven Queen reminds me of one of the characters in The Black Company novels. Smile

SirXaris

Here are some contrasts to other campaign settings that make Greyhawk special to me.

1) High fantasy vs. low fantasy.

High fantasy worlds are full of magic. It is commonplace and seen by every ...

I agree with Rasgon's assessment, but want to add a further consideration.

Despite being Lawful Neutral, Zilchus and his clerics may not hold tightly to any rigid philosophy regarding taxation, in ...

Welcome to Canonfire! DimensionalRambler! We are glad you are here. Smile

The Forums are always a great place to ask questions about Greyhawk. You'll get answers from longtime Greyhawk fans ...

Hello cthaeh, and welcome to Canonfire! Smile

You began playing D&D the same time I did. We hope you find a wealth of information to improve your gaming here and are glad you have joined ...

The above two mentioned versions of the ruins of castle Greyhawk are very good!

Like you, Ralf, I enjoyed the Greyhawk Ruins module, but for my campaign, it requires more than just the seeming rand ...

Those are some inspiring numbers, Cebrion. I am glad to see that Canonfire! is providing Greyhawk entertainment to a growing number of people.

Thank you for providing this information.

SirXaris

I just remembered that the Kron Hills are infested with camprats, which are burrowing mammals.

Could gnomes become werecamprats?

That is as far as that idea has gone, and is perhaps terrible.
...

A more difficult scenario would be one where the kidnappers are politically connected.

For example, a young elven lord in Celene has been sending his advisor (a low-level wizard) to the gnome villa ...

Great minds think alike, fellas!

I included Sister Aspinet, a Scarlet Brotherhood monk, as a spy and saboteur in the city of Blackwell in Agnosco Adventum.

Female monks seem to be a fun NPC to s ...

...Dungeon #130, which detailed Kuluth-Mar, doesn't mention Elatalhuihle at all. The Scarlet Brotherhood says only that Kyuss is said to have spent time in Elatalhuihle.

Some possibilities:

1. K ...

The link above works: the link on that page to the map doesn't.

SirXaris

therabyd: Wee Jas, Five Shall be One, Iggwilv and Baba Yaga's Hut! Those are all my answers. Are we related? Laughing

Iggwilv and Baba Yaga's Hut were mine, as well. Happy

https://greyhawkery. ...

Hey, I found the answer I was looking for! An old 2007 thread. This is perfect. https://www.enworld.org/.../cynidicea-lost-city-masque.../

Very interesting, but the link is dead.

SirXaris

Welcome to Canonfire! and the World of Greyhawk, SammanthaRoss! We are always happy to meet new youngbloods. Happy

SirXaris

I did find out one thing that I need a little help with. One of the Arcane Brotherhood is neutral and can be a patron for the party. They are from a famous wizard family (Harpell). I'm trying ...

Awesome, Jimmy! You sound like you run my kind of game. Happy

SirXaris

Fantastic! Happy

SirXaris

I am 51.

I have been playing since 1981, when I was 12 years old.

SirXaris

I recall that Thiondar's Legacy, from Dungeon Magazine #30, included a history of the Grey Elves and their founding, which was a separating from the High Elves. Though it wasn't set in Greyhawk, spec ...

...but it's very clear that there is magical tampering with the climate of the Flanaess (perhaps on the Oerth as a whole).

Clear, how? I am curious what evidence you have come across that makes th ...

Recent threads on Canonfire! have me reconsidering a conundrum that has been bothering me for years now.

Apparently, the Suel Empirium, the Baklunish Empire, and the Oeridians, based in what is now ...

Welcome to Canonfire! Ranxaeroth, and well met! Smile

It sounds like there is a fine tradition of Greyhawk in your family. My own children and I are about the same age as you and yours. I ...

I dled the map and was wondering if anyone knew how the topography works.

The topography is very good, in my opinion.

The river is the lowest level. Cliffs rise on each side of it. To the west ...

Things like this, where magic vanished and non-human races disappear with it, always leave a bad taste in my mouth.

Why should I be invested in the plights and passions of the elves or dwarves if ...

I don't recall any canon statement that Oerth's winds are opposite Earth's winds. Page five of the WoG Guide holds that, "Prevailing winds tend to be from the northeast in the winter and autumn, from ...

I see your point, Vulcan, but I will argue that it is not ash from the volcanic Hellfurnaces that maintains the Sea of Dust,

It is in part. As Greyhawk Adventures detailed, different regions of the ...

Wait, the prevailing winds on Oerth are moving in opposite directions to those of Erath, at similar latitudes?

Yep, though I don't remember the source material. It's just something I remember rea ...

With the predominant easterly winds of Oerik, the Hold of the Sea Princes has a tropical monsoon climate with less pronounced dry seasons. Consequently, Saltmarsh and the rest of the Keoish coast get ...

Oonga! Now, that's an original answer! Happy

SirXaris

Recently she has been seen near the aband

I think we're missing something here. ;)

SirXaris

The Seer features in Kirt's campaign blog linked below. I remember that he is the one the PCs seek out in their search for the Ghost Tower of Inverness, but you'll have to ask Kirt where to find it. ...