The Gentle Mermaid

The Gentle Mermaid was a tavern, festhall, and gambling hall located in the city of Waterdeep during the mid-to-late 14 century DR.

Location
The Gentle Mermaid sat in the western section of Waterdeep's North Ward. It lay in the center of a courtyard surrounded by Sulmor Street, Hassantyr's Street, Copper Street, and the High Road.

Description
The main room sported a high roof illuminated by constantly shifting lights.

Activities
The fame of this festhall spread up and down the Sword Coast. The Gentle Mermaid had the largest gambling room throughout Waterdeep, and perhaps even throughout Faerûn.

Inhabitants
The Gentle Mermaid was owned by Jhant Daxer in the.

Defenses
A staff of twenty skilled bouncers ensured the security of the gamblers within the hall. The bouncers were commanded by Housemaster Eiraklon Marimmatar. His second in command was Ulthlo Relajatyr.

History
The structure was originally the villa of a noble house. It was founded by Lady Shaeroon Brossfeather who owned the establishment for many years before her death.

Rumors & Legends
A mysterious "death card", the result of a crazed wizard's curse, surfaced during games from time to time. The unfortunate gambler who drew the death card would be attacked by a scythe-wielding vengeful spirit and potentially slain.