Monastery of the Yellow Rose



The Monastery of the Yellow Rose (also known as the Citadel of the White Worm) is a monastery to Ilmater high in the Earthspur Mountains in Damara. It lies east of the Glacier of the White Worm, having been founded in 1242 DR. Its monks are disciples of Saint Sollars the Twice Martyred, and they dedicate their time to genealogical studies and create blueberry wine. They keep an extensive archive on the Bloodstone Lands, recording news from Damara, Impiltur, Narfell and Vaasa. They also keep a museum of artwork themed around Ilmater. The monks are renowned for the loyalty they show to their allies, such as the Order of the Golden Cup, with whom they often travel. They are greatly respected in diplomatic matters.

Important People

 * Cantoule is currently the ranking monk and leader at the Monastery of the Yellow Rose. His title is Grandmaster of Flowers.
 * Kane, the previous Grandmaster of Flowers, is a close friend of the King of Damara, and was instrumental in the downfall of the Witch-King of Vaasa.

Recent Events
In 1373 DR the monastery was besieged for several days by a flight of chromatic dragons sent by Sammaster to prevent anyone from finding lore pertaining to the current Rage of Dragons sweeping across Faerûn at the time. The hunters Dorn Graybrook and Raryn Snowstealer, the copper dragon Chatulio, and the song dragon Kara aided the monks in defending the monastery.