Xanathar (original)

Xanathar was one of most infamous beholders of the Realms and the crime lord of the Xanathar Thieves' Guild in Skullport.

History
Xanathar was originally a follower of Xantriph of Zhentil Keep that was send by the Zhentarim to Waterdeep to destroy the Lords of Waterdeep and established a ruler ally to Zhent. However he soon started act independently establishing a new Thieves' guild and disappearing. He now led a great thieves guild and only his four lieutenants Slan Thurbel, Slink Monteskor, Ott Steeltoes and Shindia Darkeyes know his true nature and aspiration.

His ruin came in circa 1370 DR with The Eye that manipulating another Skullport beholder, Uthh, into killing Xanathar and after secretly replaced him

Personality
Xanathar greatly enjoyed been a crime lord just under the nose of the Waterdeep's Lords. Xanathar very liked finely prepared foods, scented oils, and spiced southern tobaccos and herbs.