Trystan Shale

Trystan P. Shale was a librarian of Candlekeep who served within its hallowed halls during the mid–14 century DR.

"I hope you'll forgive my curiosity, but might I ask ― why do you need so much information about Bhaalspawn? What exactly are you working on?"

- Trystan, in a letter to Elminster.

History
Throughout the, Trystan helped the sage Elminster correspond to his fellow scholar and member of the Avowed, Gorion, by delivering his incoming letters. The following year, Trystan received one more letter from Elminster, asking about information regarding the Bhaalspawn. Trystan had the unfortunate duty of informing Elminster that Gorion had left Candlekeep shortly before, along with his ward Abdel.