Feldrin

The Knife Behind the Curtain

Commander Feldrin is the invisible blade that keeps the Temple of Elemental Evil supplied, guarded, and well-fed. Though not a prophet, Feldrin’s position at the nexus of the Temple’s supply chain gives him unmatched leverage—and dangerous independence. Equal parts smuggler, warlord, and negotiator, Feldrin ensures that supplies, slaves, and secrets flow from Nulb to the Temple’s deepest levels, including Hedrack’s sanctum.

Role in the Temple of Elemental Evil (579 CY)

Feldrin holds command over:

• The Greater Temple's guard detachments
• Bandit logistics networks
• The prisoner supply line flowing from the Moathouse, Nulb’s taverns, and the Velverdyva River

His authority comes directly from Hedrack, who relies on him to maintain operational discipline and suppress rebellion. But Feldrin is no zealot—he serves power, not prophecy.

"Control isn’t about loyalty—it’s about leverage. Keep everyone hungry enough to need you, but fed enough not to bite."

Feldrin’s Operations

Primary Operations:

• Stage 1 – Acquisition: Prisoners and supplies taken by bandits (led by Gattas Void at Moathouse Road Camp)
• Stage 2 – Transfer Point: Delivered to Gefreid Patris at the 55. Hunting Cottage, where captives are sorted and stored
• Stage 3 – Hidden Tunnel: Sent through a secret supply tunnel into the Temple’s lower levels, where Feldrin’s guards receive them

Command Quarters: Lavish chambers (Area 243A) with treasure, booby-trapped chests, and an escape route through a concealed shaft

Political Dynamics and Temple Faction Relationships

Feldrin is a rising star, but his ambition and pragmatism make him both feared and resented. While loyal to Hedrack in practice, Feldrin is widely believed to be building a shadow network of his own.

Hedrack’s Trust

Feldrin enjoys a degree of favor from Supreme Commander Hedrack, who relies on him for sensitive missions such as negotiating with King Korvash Bonegnaw. However, Hedrack’s trust is conditional, as Feldrin’s loyalty is suspect.

"Hedrack thinks he owns me, but the truth is, I’m only loyal to the one person who truly matters—myself."

Conflict with Lieutenant Brunk

• Brunk’s Ambitions: Feldrin’s half-orc lieutenant, Brunk, covets his command and harbors deep hatred for his superior.
• Tensions: Brunk may exploit any opportunity to undermine or eliminate Feldrin, provided he can do so without revealing his treachery.
• Spying Missions: Feldrin and Brunk often use disguises to spy in Nulb, the Village of Hommlet, and other nearby settlements, creating an uneasy partnership.

"Brunk’s a blade without a sheath. He’s dangerous, yes, but also predictable. Let him sharpen himself on his own ambitions—it saves me the effort."

Rivalries

• Bandit Allies: While allied with Smigmal Redhand and her bandit crew, Feldrin’s self-serving nature makes his loyalty fragile.
• Lareth and Lolth: Feldrin respects Lareth’s power but is wary of his allegiance to Lolth, seeing him as a potential rival within the Temple’s shadowy hierarchy.

Tactics and Abilities

Combat Tactics

• Defensive Expertise: Feldrin leverages his guards and traps to create layered defenses, retreating only when victory seems impossible.
• Escape Plan: As a thief, Feldrin prioritizes escape over direct confrontation, using his agility, stealth, and magical items to outmaneuver enemies.
• Keen Intelligence: He uses guile to manipulate his foes, often bargaining for his life or exploiting their weaknesses.

Treasure on Feldrin: cloak of protection, silver neck chain with horned red skull medallion (30gp), bag of holding, 12cp, 9sp, 11ep, 10gp, 7pp.

Treasure in room: silver lamp (120gp), fine rug (125gp), gold cup (200gp), golden ewer (250gp), box with gold inlay (150gp In trapped chest: 74gp, 112pp, silver bracelet set with jade (1,750gp), 6 zircons (50gp ea.), potion of healing, potion of invisibility, spell scroll of non-detection.

Current Ambitions (579 CY)

• Undermine Madame Selentis by redirecting key prisoner shipments from Nulb to alternate entrances
• Discredit Belsornig by framing his pirate network for missing deliveries
• Eliminate Brunk before his ambitions boil over
• Negotiate new bandit treaties with King Korvash Bonegnaw’s gnolls to secure his command
• Sow division among elemental temples, leaving Feldrin as the indispensable middleman

Adventure Hooks Involving Feldrin

1. Chains of Command

PCs target Feldrin’s supply line to cripple Temple logistics. Disrupting his prisoner flow destabilizes the Temple's balance.

2. Bandit King in Waiting

Brunk offers to betray Feldrin if the PCs back his rise. Choosing sides triggers bandit civil war and disrupts Nulb's smuggling operations.

3. The Poisoned Tunnel

Feldrin’s tunnel becomes infested with sentient oozes. PCs must clear the path while uncovering secret prisoner lists and hidden logs revealing Temple atrocities.

“Trust is a dagger. Wield it wisely—or it ends up in your back.” — Commander Feldrin

Quest: “Chains of Command”

The adventurers learn of Feldrin’s role as commander of the Temple guards and a key figure in its supply chain. Disrupting his operations could cripple the Temple’s logistics and create chaos among its defenders.

Primary Objectives:

• Infiltrate Area 243a: Confront Feldrin in his quarters to eliminate him or gather critical intelligence.
• Disrupt the Supply Chain: Sabotage the flow of supplies and prisoners through the Greater Temple’s secret tunnel.

Secondary Objectives:

• Expose Brunk: Leverage Brunk’s hatred of Feldrin to incite a coup or gain valuable information.
• Loot Feldrin’s Chest: Retrieve valuable magical items and wealth stored in Feldrin’s trapped chest.

Encounters

Guarded Quarters

• Setting: Feldrin’s room is well-guarded by elite bandits and mercenaries, with traps protecting his valuables.
• Key Challenge: Disabling traps and defeating his guards while avoiding reinforcements.

Feldrin’s Counterattack

• Setting: Feldrin uses stealth and mobility to evade the adventurers, possibly retreating into the supply tunnel or enlisting Brunk’s aid.
• Key Challenge: Dealing with Feldrin’s clever use of terrain and magical equipment.

Sabotaging the Supply Chain

• Setting: The adventurers must travel to the Hunting Cabin and the Moathouse High Road Bandit Camp to destroy or disrupt the supply chain.
• Key Challenge: Facing bandit forces and uncovering the secret tunnel’s location.

Rewards

• Magical Loot: Cloak of Protection +2, spell scroll of non-detection, potions, and valuable artifacts.
• Gold and Treasure: Wealth from Feldrin’s chest and personal possessions.
• Intelligence: Information about the Greater Temple’s defenses and Feldrin’s connection to King Korvash Bonegnaw.

Consequences

• Power Vacuum: If Feldrin is removed, Brunk may ascend to command, potentially creating new challenges.
• Bandit Retaliation: Disrupting the supply chain may provoke bandit attacks on nearby settlements.

Bandit & Guard Command Structure

• Gefreid Patris – Manages the Hunting Cottage and ensures prisoner security
• Brunk – Ambitious lieutenant who secretly desires command
• Elite Guards – Operate from Temple halls and forward bunkers
• Bandit Squads – Embedded in Nulb, Hommlet, and on temple roads