The Complete History of the Harpers | D&D Lore Deep Dive

THE HARPERS: THOSE WHO HARP | Complete D&D Lore Explained

Discover the complete history of the Harpers, D&D's most secretive organization! From their founding in ancient Myth Drannor to their role in modern Forgotten Realms, learn everything about These Who Harp - the shadow guardians who fight tyranny without seeking glory.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
• The founding of the Harpers at Twilight in Myth Drannor (324 DR)
• How Dathlue Mistwinter and young Elminster created this secret society
• The fall of Myth Drannor and the Harpers' survival through the Weeping War
• The Gathering of the Gods and the Harpers' divine blessing
• Famous Harpers: Elminster, Storm Silverhand, Khelben Blackstaff, and more
• The Harper Code: "One can never have too much information"
• Major Harper operations against the Zhentarim, Red Wizards, and Cult of the Dragon
• The Harper Schism: Why Khelben betrayed the organization
• The formation of the Moonstars splinter group
• How the Harpers survived the Spellplague
• Modern Harper operations in the 15th century DR

THE HARPERS IN YOUR CAMPAIGN:
The Harpers are perfect for players who want to play spy characters, information brokers, or heroes who work behind the scenes. They're opposed to all forms of tyranny and work to maintain balance in the Realms. Their decentralized structure makes them easy to incorporate into any D&D campaign!

FEATURED ORGANIZATIONS & ENEMIES:
• The Zhentarim (Black Network)
• Red Wizards of Thay
• Cult of the Dragon
• The Moonstars (Tel'Teukiira)
• Knights of Myth Drannor
• Lords' Alliance

KEY HARPER MEMBERS:
• Elminster Aumar - Sage of Shadowdale
• Storm Silverhand - Chosen of Mystra
• Khelben "Blackstaff" Arunsun - The Controversial Archmage
• Laeral Silverhand - Lady of Waterdeep
• Dathlue Mistwinter (Lady Steel) - Founder
• Bran Skorlsun - The Witch Hunter
• Arilyn Moonblade - The Shadow Harper

IMPORTANT LOCATIONS:
• Twilight Hall, Berdusk
• Shadowdale
• The Dancing Place (High Dale)
• Blackstaff Tower, Waterdeep
• Moongleam Tower
• Herald's Holdfast
• Ancient Myth Drannor

PERFECT FOR:
✓ D&D Players wanting Harper characters
✓ Dungeon Masters building Forgotten Realms campaigns
✓ Fans of Baldur's Gate 3 (The Harpers appear in BG3!)
✓ Forgotten Realms lore enthusiasts
✓ Fans of secret organizations in fantasy
✓ Anyone who loves spy fantasy and political intrigue

💬 DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
• Would you join the Harpers or the Moonstars?
• Who's your favorite Harper character?
• Have you played a Harper in your D&D campaign?
• What do you think of Khelben's betrayal?

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