Laroun

War Lord Laroun or Lauroun was a human War Lord of the "Free City of Waterdeep" (later known simply as Waterdeep) and the first female War Lord. She ruled the settlement from 974 DR, the year Castle Waterdeep was completed, up until her death in 1026 DR. During her rule, she established a naval guard in 998 DR, the same year construction work began on fortifications for the harbour and Deepwatch Isle. The fortifications were finished in 1010 DR, which is when the settlement took on the name "Free City of Waterdeep." Lauroun was killed in 1026 DR during raids on the city by Black Claw orcs. She was succeeded as War Lord by Rhaulor.

Behind the scenes
The name "Lauroun" is used on pages 29 and 30 of the Campaign Guide from the 2nd edition City of Splendors boxed set, but the name "Laroun" is used on page 9 of the 3.5 edition City of Splendors: Waterdeep. The name from the more recent source has been used in this article.