Phlan

Phlan is a large town located in the northern shoreline of the Moonsea at the mouth of the Stojanow river. Founded over 1,000 years go, a series of destruction and rebuilding has led to the city being walled off into a destroyed, ruined Old Phlan and a rebuilt, shining Civilized Phlan. Phlan is noteworthy not only for its stubbornness but also as the location of the fabled Pool of Radiance, which is the source of power for the otherworldy Tyranthraxus. The town is currently rebuilding from the devastating Dragon Run of 1306 DR and is growing even more popular as a stop for caravans and ships with recent troubles with Hillsfar, and adventuring is encouraged through the crumbling ruins of Old Phlan.

Local points of interest include the ruins of Valjevo Castle, once one of the largest castles in Faerûn. Rather than rebuilding the castle, a group of druids are instead attempting to recultivate the courtyard. Sokol Keep on Thorn Island is a small fortress in the Bay of Phlan that is being rebuilt as a lighthouse. The only temple in the city is called The Waiting, which is dedicated to Tyr.

A thieves' guild called The Welcomers operates openly within the city, the members of which cut off their left ear as a sign of loyalty. As most residents of the town are aware of the guild, the guild has earned its name by preying on visitors to the city.

History
Phlan was founded in 367 DR and leveled 33 years later by the First Turnabout, a massive attack by the Dark Alliance of humanoids who swept down on the land. The people of Phlan stubbornly rebuilt the city, beginning a cycle of destruction and rebirth that would last for a millennium. Recent disasters include the Dragon Run, Tyranthraxus's corruption in 1340 DR and an attack by Bane in 1357 DR.

Government
Phlan was ruled by the Council of Ten, with a half-orc fighter named Kella Voskorm serving as its High Councilor. The Council had a high turnover rate, as no-confidence elections were held regularly for even the smallest of mishaps. However, in the Year of the Blazing Hand (1380 DR), Zhentarim Hatemaster Cvaal Daoran dissolved the council, declaring himself as Lord Protector of Phlan.

The city has a militia of about 120, though a local clan of dwarves has pledged 100 troops as help to the city. However, the city's walled nature is its greatest defense against invaders.