Citadel of the Mists

Focal point of myriad magics and intrigues alike, the Citadel of the Mists is one of the most well-known human dwellings within the woods. This isolated castle lies in the forest's northern fringes and is home to many powerful people. The citadel's undisputed lord is known only as the Mistmaster, a human of extremely long life who has reputedly been at least a mage and a priest of no small power. He dwells here with his household retainers and allies, among whom number the fighting priest Helm, Cherissa Mintareil, who gained great fame in the service of Cormyr, and the enigmatic wizardess from Silverymoon known only as Azure.

The Citadel of the Mists, if not obscured by its namesake mists, appears as a slim triangle of three towers jutting from two large buildings and an enclosed courtyard. The tallest tower houses the aerie for the Mistmaster's pegasi, and this (as well as its egress into the Citadel) is heavily guarded by charmed air and fire elementals. The Citadel was built in its current form only 75 years ago, and it rests upon the foundations of an ancient elven fortress. Beneath the castle are ancient cellars and passageways belonging to the stronghold that preceded the Citadel at this location. These under-tunnels have been blocked repeatedly, and no one has walked these halls in nearly 3,000 years. Guarded by both monstrous guardians and mighty magic at all quarters above and below, the Citadel is cloaked in swirling wardmists whenever the Mistmaster wishes.