Malsheem

Malsheem was an infernal fortress-city found in Nessues the deepest layer of the Nine Hells. It was the home of Asmodeus, the Faerûnian god of indulgence, and lord of the Nine Hells. It also served as the stronghold of his infernal army.

Description
The citadel of Malsheem was beyond impressive in design and scope, a design that originated from Asmodeus himself. It constructed from Baatorian green steel, with gold-veined marble halls lined and gold-leaf adornment. Malsheem was considered among the mightiest strongholds found throughout the cosmology of existence.

The city was constructed in the form of a colossal stalagmite, with a cross-shaped base that extended for miles along the depths of Nessus. A nearly infinite number of tunnels and passageways extended outward from Malsheem into the surrounding landscape, adjoining infernal garrisons and barracks for Asmodeus' army of devils.

An oppressive aura of dread permeated the entirety of Malsheem. Some areas of the city were entirely uninhabited with no notable landmarks outside of desolate halls.

Function
Malsheem served a second function as a repository for certain souls that had Asmodeus deemed noteworthy enough to hide away from others.

Geography
The city-spire of Malsheem was situated within a seemingly bottomless crevasse that split open the center of Nessus, where the Hell's Lips gorge gave way to Reaper's Canyon.

Notable Locations

 * Fortress Nessus, the desolate yet breathtakingly beautiful palace from which Asmodeus held court.

Appearances

 * Organized Play & Licensed Adventures
 * Dreams of the Red Wizards (The Harrowing of Hell)