Arrival of the first Humans to The Elder Expanse via the coastline of the North Sword Coast.
Moving inland, they venture into the outer mountains of Gurnruhm on to the small town of Luskan.
History of The Elder Expanse
The Dawning
... 1406
The beginning of recorded time.
Maintained until 1406 by the High Elves due to the beginning of The Taking of Elderhaven .
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1368
Arrival of Humans to The Elder Expanse
Founding -
1370
Red Wizards of Thay attack the Covenant’s school
Military actionThe Red Wizards of Thay, against alternative magical teachings - Attack the Covenant’s school in Neverwinter, killing Aganazzar; scattering any remaining Mages across the Elder Expanse.
Location
Neverwinter -
1374
Failed Attack on Gurnruhm
Military: SkirmishStruggling to survive in the frozen coastal wastelands of Luskan, the nomadic Humans decide to ransack Gurnruhm's rich ore supply.
The failure cost them dearly, throwing them into a 3 month skirmish against the Dwarves.Location
Gurnruhm -
1375
Abandoning Luskan
Life, RelocationStarving and depleted in number after the failed attempt to attack Gurnruhm and the following retaliation by the Dwarves; the remaining humans loose their home of Luskan and are pushed out across the North Sword Coast as nomads once more.
The Dwarves move in, reclaiming Luskan - making it a port for trade.
Location
North Sword Coast -
1384
Establishing Neverwinter
FoundingAfter years as a homeless, nomadic group within small populations around the North Sword Coast, the Humans claim Neverwinter , locking control over the region for humankind.
Location
Neverwinter -
1396
Conquering Phandalin
Military: SkirmishRealizing the resources within, the Humans of Neverwinter take the small mining town of Phandalin from the Goblins and Orcs occupying it; strengthening their hold on the North Sword Coast and gaining the resources it failed to take from the Dwarves.
Location
Neverwinter -
1402
The Northern Pact
Diplomatic actionAfter the original failed attack by the Humans on Gurnruhm, the Dwarves retaliated against them with nearly 3 months confrontation and attack.
However, due to the saving of a Dwarven child from an Owlbear by a group of Humans, a temporary pact of peace is agreed between the North Sword Coast and Gurnruhm.Location
North Sword Coast -
1406
1408
The Taking of Elderhaven
Military: WarStruggling for resources and seeing the tactical advantage, the Humans and Dwarves working together as the Northern Pact to take Elderhaven from the High Elves.
The High Elves are forced from their land into the nearby region of Elmwood Grove.
Elderhaven is claimed in the name of the Emperor.Location
Elderhaven
The Second Rising
1440 1480
Drawn in the by the history of Dragons, their power and promise to return - many move against the Emperor and the Expanse.
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1448
Moving West
FoundingDrawn by the history of Dragons, their power and promise of return - a large group move away from the nomad lifestyle of the Humans - settling on Drakkenbone island. Shortly afterwards word is heard that populations from across The Expanse are drawn to Drakkenbone with its promises.
Location
Drakkenbone -
1476
The Cult Arrives
Life, RelocationReports start of ships arriving on the southern coastline of the North Sword Coast. This is the first sighting of the return of the ancient Cult of Dragons.
Location
North Sword Coast -
1478
1480
The Rise and Fall of The Cult of The Dragon
Military: WarThe Cult of Dragons, previously satisfied working with undead dragons - attempt to raise Tiamat - Queen of the Dragons.
After two years of plundering the lands, heroic fighters working on behalf of both the Order of the Gauntlet and the Harpers bring down Skyreach Castle and with that, the cult fails and goes into hiding.
Location
Drakkenbone -
1480
The Freezing
Disaster / DestructionIn the destruction of Skyreach Castle and its devastating return to the surface - the Castle collides into the mountains of Frost Maiden Pass. The immense impact causes snow and ice to be kicked up into the atmosphere, plunging the Northerly continent of the Elder Expanse into a sudden and permanent state of icy winter.
Location
Gurnruhm
The Current Age
After the removal of the High Elves from Elderhaven, the Emperor organizes control of the lands, fortifying their position.
Maintained by Kings of the different regions under his rule.
Not all regions want or welcome inclusion into the Expanse.
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1482
Crowning of King Holomere
Life, MilestoneThe freeze has caused hardship and turmoil within the Expanse. In an attempt to settle the region, the Emperor sends his son - Prince Holomere from Neverwinter to Chrachton Keep in Elderhaven, to take control and settle the lands.
Location
Elderhaven -
1484
Death of Cold
Technological achievementThe big freeze threatens all across the Elder Expanse. Jacob Holomere, brother of the King brings a solution - A vast magical furnace. The furnace heats Crachton Keep and some of its outer populous. However keeping it lit is a challenge.
Location
Elderhaven -
1487
The Marriage of King Holomere and Queen Swinzer
MarriageThe long awaited marriage of King Holomere to Queen Swinzer-Holomere. Meant to reinforce ties between Elderhaven and other regions, the relationship was one of convenience and to some suspicion.
Location
Elderhaven -
1488
The Support of a Brother
Life, DeathKing Holomere is suddenly taken deathly ill, raising suspicion among his people. To the extent that brother Jacob Holomere, previously alienated by the King - stands by his side. Back to health, the King swears to find out who carried out this cowardly act.
Location
Crachton Keep -
1489
The Incursion of Crachton Keep
Military actionLess than 12 months after the suspected attempt on the life of King Holomere, Queen Swinzer-Holomere shows her true colours. An escort from her land, meant to be carrying aid, is found to be a military force. They attempt to attack Crachton Keep, however with both the support of the Dwarves and Jacob Holomere - her forces are defeated. The Queen is not seen again.
Location
Crachton Keep