Stiffstab

Stiffstab, known on other worlds as arthritis, was a naturally occurring form of disease that affected the joints.

Notable Carriers

 * Astlarthe and Dlareen Draeth, servants of the bronze dragon Lhammaruntosz, had crippling arthritis in their old age.
 * Mirt the Moneylender began to suffer from stiffstab when he was just over thirty years of age.
 * Nanny Pu'pu
 * Travvask Sardolphyn, a member of the noble family Sardolphyn, was suffering from this in the late 15 century DR.
 * Tsu Gonsuke, head of the noble Tsu family, was suffering from this in 1357 DR.

Rumors & Legends
It was claimed that the waters of Bright Beacon Springs were good for treating arthritis.

Trivia
The magical staff Ky Trencha Ukang had the side-effect of inflicting arthritis upon those who used it.

Appearances

 * Novels
 * Pool of Radiance • Queen of the Depths
 * Under Fallen Stars
 * Under Fallen Stars