Evenshade
1497 DR
Nestled between misty hills and the winding River Chionthar, the village of Evenshade appears serene, scholarly, and timeless. Home to a modest noble house, a revered temple-library of Oghma, and a vibrant community of farmers, merchants, and travelers, Evenshade is a place where cleverness holds more sway than titles, and knowledge is the quiet heartbeat of life.
But beneath the bucolic charm lies something older.
An ancient wizard tower—long predating the village—rises from a lonely hill, avoided by most and maintained out of reverence, not understanding. Visitors remark upon it. The scholars speak little of it. The nobility do not speak of it at all.
Within the village, traditions are shifting. Merchants whisper of independence. Outsiders linger longer than they should. Forgotten truths stir beneath stone and silence. And some, like the rogue-turned-psion Rafin Evenshade, find themselves drawn back—not by duty, but by the quiet promise that something here still matters.
In Evenshade, the truth speaks quietly.
You only have to listen.
Evenshade has 2 Pilgrims
New and Updated
Evenshade is always growing — new tales are told, hidden lore is unearthed, and fresh records are added to the scrolls. This section highlights the latest additions and updates, inviting you to explore the evolving story of the village, its people, and its secrets.
Below you’ll find a selection of recently posted or revised articles. Each link will take you deeper into the world — whether it’s new history revealed, a character stepping into the light, or a place reshaped by time.
The Mine (North Oxbow Works)
Can you dig it? The town sure does!
Ar-Garalyn
I've wanted to provide more around the lore of the ancient people who lived in the area around Evenshade long ago. It's a start, and there's more to come!
New Metaphysics: Magic & the Mind
Is The Weave the only way to tap into magical power and capabilities? Clerics and paladins may disagree...and there may be older, more direct paths to the manipulation of magic.
New character: Karrin "Blackcheek" Var
Karrin leads The Red Fang , a local organization of rogues who provide smuggling, thieving, and "planned disappearance" services.
The Mill, The Mill Race, and The Miller
What is a "mill race"? It's a man-made channel that diverts water from a river or stream to power a watermill. Its design controls both the flow and force of the water, ensuring a steady supply regardless of seasonal rises and falls in the main river. In essence, the mill race transforms a river’s unpredictable current into reliable mechanical energy for grinding grain, sawing timber, or other village needs.
The Harbor
Evenshade is nestled up against The River Chionthar--surely there's at least a place to tie up, right?? Well, in fact, the Evenshade Harbor has a couple of large stone piers and is equipped to handle seasonal highs and lows in the river.
Interestingly enough, it also has a few defenses in the form of a ballista harpoon....
The Lycaeum
So where do the children go to school? Do they have to have to make the 3-mile trek to-and-from Berdusk every day? No, Evenshade is all about education, if occasionally lacking in another amenities, and so I bring you...The Riverside Lycaeum! Of course, the Lycaeum provides schooling and training for all ages, from purely academic to hands-on vocational.
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