1158 DR


 * The now-vanished citadel of Lothtia in the Shining Plains is attacked by the orcs of Thoktor Ironfangs. The citadel is defended by the Paladins of the Hand, twelve champions of Torm, one of whom wields the Veloghon of Vigilance.


 * Approximate year of Finder Wyvernspur's failed attempt to create a clone of himself.
 * The Flame of the Spirit is stolen from an adventurer in Elturel. Over the next 30 years it is directly responsible for killing 11 thieves, severely wounding at least 4 others and is attributed to the destruction of the tower of the wizard Helgarth.