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| name = Sambral |
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| image = WindrisePorts.png |
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+ | | caption = A map depicting Sambral alongside the rest of the Windrise Ports. |
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| − | | area = The [[Windrise Ports]], [[ |
+ | | area = The [[Windrise Ports]], [[Laerakond]] |
| size = City |
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| georefs = <ref name="FRCG-p217">{{Cite book/Forgotten Realms Campaign Guide|217}}</ref> |
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| − | | histrefs =<ref name="Dra376-p48">{{Cite dragon/376/Tarmalune and the Windrise Ports|48}}</ref><ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
+ | | histrefs = <ref name="Dra376-p48">{{Cite dragon/376/Tarmalune and the Windrise Ports|48}}</ref><ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
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| − | | races = [[Deva]] |
+ | | races = [[Deva (aasimar)|Devas]], [[dragonborn]], [[dwarves]], [[humans]], [[tiefling]]s |
| − | | socrefs = <ref name="Dra376-p48"/><ref name="LFRMini2"> |
+ | | socrefs = <ref name="Dra376-p48"/><ref name="LFRMini2">{{Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords|50-52}}</ref> |
| religion = [[Sune]], [[Tempus]], [[Umberlee]], [[Valkur]] |
| religion = [[Sune]], [[Tempus]], [[Umberlee]], [[Valkur]] |
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| − | '''Sambral''' was |
+ | '''Sambral''' was one of the [[Windrise Ports]] of [[Laerakond]]. It was built on the [[Bay of Pearls]] and was the last port before leaving the continent to cross the [[Trackless Sea]] to [[Faerûn]].<ref name="FRCG-p217"/><ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
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| + | Sambral was the closest of the Windrise Ports to [[Daggertooth Isle]].<ref name="Dra376-p48"/> |
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==Description== |
==Description== |
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Sambral was known for its pearl industry, its perfumes, and its skilled blademasters, known locally as "bravos". The bravos were skilled duelists renowned for their florid speech and creative insults. A bravo led a group of like-minded individuals known as "troupes". The troupes doubled as a police force, but usually expended their time feuding with each other, attempting to gain prestige.<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
Sambral was known for its pearl industry, its perfumes, and its skilled blademasters, known locally as "bravos". The bravos were skilled duelists renowned for their florid speech and creative insults. A bravo led a group of like-minded individuals known as "troupes". The troupes doubled as a police force, but usually expended their time feuding with each other, attempting to gain prestige.<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
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| − | The Sambrese loved scents as a way to stave off the stench of spoiled seafood and to give homage to the power of [[air]]. Perfumes, potpourri and incense were common features in homes and businesses. Sambrese also admired fashion and their styles changed frequently. Both men and women used cosmetics, elaborate hair styles, and dramatic clothing.<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
+ | The Sambrese loved scents as a way to stave off the stench of spoiled seafood and to give homage to the power of [[air]]. Perfumes, potpourri, and incense were common features in homes and businesses. Sambrese also admired fashion and their styles changed frequently. Both men and women used cosmetics, elaborate hair styles, and dramatic clothing.<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
==Government== |
==Government== |
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| − | Sambral was ruled by the Twelve Lords, an oligarchic council composed by the merchant houses of the city, such as [[House Mecatoris]]. The Twelve appointed the Grand Marshal, who was in charge of the defense of Sambral, and the Grand Admiral who was in charge of the navy.<ref name="FRCG-p217"/><ref name="LFRMini2"/><ref name="LFRMini2-p8"> |
+ | Sambral was ruled by the Twelve Lords, an oligarchic council composed by the merchant houses of the city, such as [[House Mecatoris]]. The Twelve appointed the Grand Marshal, who was in charge of the defense of Sambral, and the Grand Admiral who was in charge of the navy.<ref name="FRCG-p217"/><ref name="LFRMini2"/><ref name="LFRMini2-p8">{{Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords|8}}</ref> |
| − | Many people suspected that most members of the Twelve were part of the [[Seekers of |
+ | Many people suspected that most members of the Twelve were part of the [[Seekers of Scales]].<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
| + | |||
| + | ==Defenses== |
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| + | Besides the bravo troupes, Sambral was protected by the [[Sentinels]].<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
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==Economy== |
==Economy== |
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==Architecture== |
==Architecture== |
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| − | Sambral was laid out in terraces called rises by its inhabitants, with streets paved with crushed oyster shells. The terraces were connected to each other by a series of stairs. Because of that, carts were of little use in Sambral, and the people instead used ropes or mules to move goods across the city. The city's fortress, the Pearl Citadel, was famous across the Windrise Ports for its soaring Nacre Tower.<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
+ | Sambral was laid out in terraces called "rises" by its inhabitants, with streets paved with crushed oyster shells. The terraces were connected to each other by a series of stairs. Because of that, carts were of little use in Sambral, and the people instead used ropes or mules to move goods across the city. The city's fortress, the [[Pearl Citadel]], was famous across the Windrise Ports for its soaring Nacre Tower.<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
| − | == |
+ | ===Layout=== |
| + | *The [[Bayside]]: The Bayside was the second largest district of the city.<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
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| + | *The [[First Rise]]: The dwarven district.<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
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| + | *The [[Second Rise]]: The smallest district.<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
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| + | *The [[High Rise]]: The largest and most diverse district in Sambral.<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
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==Culture== |
==Culture== |
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===Religion=== |
===Religion=== |
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| − | Religion was uncommon in Sambral, like in the rest of the Windrise Ports, and the following of minor cults dedicated to the [[Dawn Titans]] or to [[dragon]]s, as well as general superstition, were more universal than worshiping the [[gods]], |
+ | Religion was uncommon in Sambral, like in the rest of the Windrise Ports, and the following of minor cults dedicated to the [[Dawn Titans]] or to [[dragon]]s, as well as general superstition, were more universal than worshiping the [[gods]], which were a novelty introduced in [[Laerakond]] since the [[Blue Breath of Change]].<ref name="LFRMini2"/> |
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| ⚫ | However, thanks to their cosmopolitan nature and their trade with Faerûn, the cities of the Windrise Ports were more open to the concepts of religion and the gods than other places of Laerakond. The most popular gods in Sambral were [[Sune]], [[Tempus]], [[Umberlee]], and [[Valkur]], but other influential religions established in the Windrise Ports were the faiths of [[Bahamut]], [[Tiamat]], [[Vergadain]], and [[Waukeen]].<ref name="LFRMini2"/><ref name="LFRMini3">{{Cite LFR/MINI1-03/Building the Pyre|41}}</ref><ref name="LFRMini6">{{Cite LFR/MINI1-06/Quench the Fire of the Raging God|52}}</ref> |
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| + | ==Inhabitants== |
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| + | ===Notable inhabitants=== |
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| ⚫ | However, thanks to their cosmopolitan nature and their trade with Faerûn, the cities of the Windrise Ports were more open to the concepts of religion and the gods than other places of Laerakond. |
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| + | * [[Althea Mecatoris]], head of the merchant [[House Mecatoris]] in 1479 DR.<ref name="LFRMini2-p8">{{Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords|8}}</ref> |
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| + | * [[Bazamarl]], leader of the cell of the [[Cult of Reborn Flame]] in Sambral.<ref name="LFRMini2-22">{{Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords|22}}</ref> |
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| + | * [[Davien Mecatoris]], son of Althea and leader of the [[Flashing Blade at Dusk Troupe]].<ref name="LFRMini2-p8"/> |
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| + | * [[Hesione]] a tailor of fashionable clothes and a follower of [[Sune]].<ref name="LFRMini2-p9">{{Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords|9}}</ref> |
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| + | * [[Myrelas]] the Gallant, leader of the [[Peerless Champions]] bravo troupe and rival of Davien Mecatoris.<ref name="LFRMini2-p13">{{Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords|13-14}}</ref> |
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| + | * [[Tordarr]], a member of a bravo troupe.<ref name="LFRMini2-p33">{{Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords|33}}</ref> |
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==Appendix== |
==Appendix== |
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[[Category:Ports]] |
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[[Category:Locations in the Windrise Ports]] |
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+ | [[Category:Locations in the Bay of Pearls]] |
| + | [[Category:Locations in Laerakond]] |
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[[Category:Locations on Abeir]] |
[[Category:Locations on Abeir]] |
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[[Category:Locations on Toril]] |
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Revision as of 20:03, 22 January 2018
Sambral was one of the Windrise Ports of Laerakond. It was built on the Bay of Pearls and was the last port before leaving the continent to cross the Trackless Sea to Faerûn.[1][3]
Sambral was the closest of the Windrise Ports to Daggertooth Isle.[2]
Description
Sambral was known for its pearl industry, its perfumes, and its skilled blademasters, known locally as "bravos". The bravos were skilled duelists renowned for their florid speech and creative insults. A bravo led a group of like-minded individuals known as "troupes". The troupes doubled as a police force, but usually expended their time feuding with each other, attempting to gain prestige.[3]
The Sambrese loved scents as a way to stave off the stench of spoiled seafood and to give homage to the power of air. Perfumes, potpourri, and incense were common features in homes and businesses. Sambrese also admired fashion and their styles changed frequently. Both men and women used cosmetics, elaborate hair styles, and dramatic clothing.[3]
Government
Sambral was ruled by the Twelve Lords, an oligarchic council composed by the merchant houses of the city, such as House Mecatoris. The Twelve appointed the Grand Marshal, who was in charge of the defense of Sambral, and the Grand Admiral who was in charge of the navy.[1][3][4]
Many people suspected that most members of the Twelve were part of the Seekers of Scales.[3]
Defenses
Besides the bravo troupes, Sambral was protected by the Sentinels.[3]
Economy
Luxury items such as perfumes, ornate jewelry, and ostentatious clothing were the major local exports.[1]
Architecture
Sambral was laid out in terraces called "rises" by its inhabitants, with streets paved with crushed oyster shells. The terraces were connected to each other by a series of stairs. Because of that, carts were of little use in Sambral, and the people instead used ropes or mules to move goods across the city. The city's fortress, the Pearl Citadel, was famous across the Windrise Ports for its soaring Nacre Tower.[3]
Layout
- The Bayside: The Bayside was the second largest district of the city.[3]
- The First Rise: The dwarven district.[3]
- The Second Rise: The smallest district.[3]
- The High Rise: The largest and most diverse district in Sambral.[3]
Culture
Religion
Religion was uncommon in Sambral, like in the rest of the Windrise Ports, and the following of minor cults dedicated to the Dawn Titans or to dragons, as well as general superstition, were more universal than worshiping the gods, which were a novelty introduced in Laerakond since the Blue Breath of Change.[3]
However, thanks to their cosmopolitan nature and their trade with Faerûn, the cities of the Windrise Ports were more open to the concepts of religion and the gods than other places of Laerakond. The most popular gods in Sambral were Sune, Tempus, Umberlee, and Valkur, but other influential religions established in the Windrise Ports were the faiths of Bahamut, Tiamat, Vergadain, and Waukeen.[3][5][6]
Inhabitants
Sambral's population was mostly made up by humans, with a significant population of devas, dwarves, dragonborn, and tieflings.[3][7]
Notable inhabitants
- Althea Mecatoris, head of the merchant House Mecatoris in 1479 DR.[4]
- Bazamarl, leader of the cell of the Cult of Reborn Flame in Sambral.[8]
- Davien Mecatoris, son of Althea and leader of the Flashing Blade at Dusk Troupe.[4]
- Hesione a tailor of fashionable clothes and a follower of Sune.[9]
- Myrelas the Gallant, leader of the Peerless Champions bravo troupe and rival of Davien Mecatoris.[10]
- Tordarr, a member of a bravo troupe.[11]
Appendix
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Bruce R. Cordell, Ed Greenwood, Chris Sims (August 2008). Forgotten Realms Campaign Guide. Edited by Jennifer Clarke Wilkes, et al. (Wizards of the Coast), p. 217. ISBN 978-0-7869-4924-3.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Chris Tulach (June 2009). “Adventurers of the Realms: Tarmalune and the Windrise Ports”. In Chris Youngs ed. Dragon #376 (Wizards of the Coast), p. 48.
- ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 3.14 3.15 3.16 Template:Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Template:Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords
- ↑ Template:Cite LFR/MINI1-03/Building the Pyre
- ↑ Template:Cite LFR/MINI1-06/Quench the Fire of the Raging God
- ↑ Chris Tulach (June 2009). “Adventurers of the Realms: Tarmalune and the Windrise Ports”. In Chris Youngs ed. Dragon #376 (Wizards of the Coast), p. 49.
- ↑ Template:Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords
- ↑ Template:Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords
- ↑ Template:Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords
- ↑ Template:Cite LFR/MINI1-02/The Burning Scent of Perfumed Swords