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'''Phlan''' is a fictional city in the [[Forgotten Realms]] world |
'''Phlan''' is a fictional city in the [[Forgotten Realms]] [[fantasy world]] [[campaign setting]] fo ''[[Dungeons & Dragons]]''. The city was first described in the [[Pool of Radiance]] computer game. It also appeared in [[Curse of the Azure Bonds]], [[Pools of Darkness]] & [[Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor]]. |
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Phlan is a fictional city in the Forgotten Realms fantasy world campaign setting fo Dungeons & Dragons. The city was first described in the Pool of Radiance computer game. It also appeared in Curse of the Azure Bonds, Pools of Darkness & Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor.
Description
Phlan is a city of about 3000 located in the northern section of the Moonsea region at the mouth of the Stojanow River[vague]. Founded over 1,000 years ago[when?], a series of destruction and rebuilding has led to the city being walled off into a destroyed, ruined Old Phlan and a rebuilt, shining Civilized Phlan. Phlan is noteworthy not only for its stubbornness but also as the location of the fabled Pool of Radiance, source of power of the otherworldly Tyranthraxus[who?]. The town is currently rebuilding from the devastating Dragon Run of 1306 DR[when?] and is growing even more popular as a stop for caravans and ships with recent troubles with Hillsfar, and adventuring is encouraged through the crumbling ruins of Old Phlan[who?].
Local points of interest include the ruins of Valjevo Castle, once one of the largest castles in Faerûn[who?]. Although the idea of rebuilding the castle has been floated, most citizens are wary of the expense. Instead, a group of druids is attempting to recultivate the courtyard. Sokal Keep, a small fortress in the Bay of Phlan, is being rebuilt as a lighthouse. Valhingen Graveyard, north of the city, is rumored to contain powerful undead, and most fear to go there at night. Finally, the only temple in the city is The Waiting, a temple of Tyr.
One of the closet settlements to Phlan is Zhentil Keep which is the home of the Zhentarim.
History
Phlan was founded in 367 DR and leveled 33 years later[when?] by the First Turnabout, a massive attack by the Dark Alliance of inhumans who swept down on the land. The people of Phlan stubbornly rebuilt the city, beginning a cycle of destruction and rebirth that would last for a millennium. Recent disasters include the Dragon Run, Tyranthraxus's corruption in 1340 DR, and an attack by Bane in 1357 DR[when?].
Government
Phlan is ruled by a Council of Ten, with the current High Councilor (sometimes called One) a half-orc fighter named Kella Voskorm. The Council has a high turnover rate, as no-confidence elections are held regularly for even the smallest mishaps[who?]. The city has a militia of about 120, though a local clan of dwarves has pledged its help to the city and can muster another 100 troops. The city's walled nature is its greatest defense against enemies, however[who?].
A thieves' guild called The Welcomers operates in the city, and members cut off their left ear as a sign of loyalty. As most residents of the town are aware of the guild (it works openly), the members prey on visitors to the city, thus their name[original research?].
Other media
Pool Of Radiance
Pool of Radiance took place totally in Phlan & the wilderness surrounding Phlan. This is the only game where you visit all parts of the city of Phlan. Zhentil Keep makes an appearance as one of your missions in this game, but Zhentil Keep only plays a minor role in this game.
Curse Of The Azure Bonds
Phlan makes an appearance in Curse of the Azure Bonds but it's minimal. You can enter Phlan but you only get a menu which allows you to enter shops, go to a dungeon, et al.
Pools Of Darkness
Phlan makes an appearance in Pools of Darkness but it is very short lived. The player characters begin the game in Phlan. This is the only game other than Pool of Radiance where Phlan is shown in 3D. The player can purchase equipment, go to taverns, talk to NPC's, et al. but as soon as the characters leave Phlan, Bane removes Phlan and the other cities from the Moonsea region but leaves only the evil cities.
Pool Of Radiance: Ruins Of Myth Drannor
Phlan makes an appearance in Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor but Phlan only appears in the tutorial which shows people how to play the game.
Novels
Phlan has appeared in the novelization of the original Pool of Radiance game, as well as two sequels.
Pool of Radiance
Shal Bal of Cormyr, Tarl Desanea, a cleric of Tyr, and Ren o' the Blade are brought together in Phlan by circumstance and encounter various threats in and around the city of Phlan, culminating in a faceoff with the Lord of the Ruins, Tyranthraxus.
Publisher: Wizards of the Coast (December 23, 1989)
ISBN 0880387351
ISBN 978-0880387354
Pool of Darkness
Phlan, and several other cities across Faerûn have disappeared. Ren o' the Blade returns to Phlan to seek answers, while Shal and Tarl struggle to help keep the city from being overtaken by hordes of monsters.
Publisher: Wizards of the Coast (February 1992)
ISBN 1560763183
ISBN 978-1560763185
Pool of Twilight
The conclusion of the Pool series. Kern, son of Shal and Tarl, and Daile, daughter of Ren search for the missing Warhammer of Tyr.
Publisher: Wizards of the Coast (November 1993)
ISBN 1560765828
ISBN 978-1560765820