Dragon magazine 59

Dragon issue 59 was released in March of 1982. It contained the following articles related to the Forgotten Realms:

From the Sorcerer's Scroll: Cantrips: Minor magics for would-be wizards

 * By Gary Gygax. p. 6

The first appearance of cantrips, 0-level spells used by apprentice wizards.

The Dragon's Bestiary

 * By Ed Greenwood, Michael Parkinson and Roger E. Moore. p. 21–23

Stats for three monsters: The Bleeder (a beholderkin) and the more legendary Stymphalian birds and spriggans.

The Halfling Point of View

 * By Roger E. Moore. p. 49-51

An attempt to add some culture and psychological depth to halflings.

The Gods of the Halflings

 * By Roger E. Moore. p. 52-55

The gods of the halflings.


 * Arvoreen
 * Brandobaris
 * Cyrrollalee
 * Sheela Peryroyl