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The residential area is the quietest quarter of
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adventurers, unless you’re interested in quality
real estate. On the other hand, you never know
when this charming and innocuous quarter could
be hiding a nefarious cult or devilish plot!
UPPER NORTHEDGE
This is the perfect place for the noble who can
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the bustle of Upper Central. It’s also home to
most of the elves of Sharn. In particular, the
district of Shae Lias is a bastion of Aereni culture
and traditions. The heart of Shae Lias is Gates
of Passage, which serves as the Aereni embassy
and a temple to the Undying Court. The Oaks is
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Flesh specializes in body art, both traditional
tattoos and temporary illusions woved directly
into the skin.
MIDDLE NORTHEDGE
This ward caters to the middle class of Sharn,
with a wide range of comfortable housing.
Dwarves make up the majority of the population,
especially in the district of Holdfast. In contrast
to Highhold in Upper Dura, the dwarves of
Holdfast have deep roots in Sharn and feel
no strong connection to the Mror Holds or its
traditions. High Hope is a temple district; while
the most impressive churches and shrines are
located in Upper Central, it’s commonly known
that if you’re looking for a truly devoted priest,
you should go to High Hope.
LOWER NORTHEDGE
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up from the slums of Lower Dura. The people
of Lower Northedge don’t look for trouble, and
they don’t like it coming to their doorstep. North
Market is one of the largest markets in Sharn,
though it specializes in simple, everyday goods.
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population; the Rat’s Nest is a tavern catering to
shifters, while the Bear’s Rest is a shifter inn.THINGS TO DO IN NORTHEDGE
Settle Down. If you’re looking for a place
to live in Sharn, Lower Northedge combines
reasonable quality and price with more security
than Lower Dura.
Die in Style. The elves of Shae Lias are
experts in funerary customs and embalming. In
addition, Mayne Jhaelian of the Gates of Passage
is one of the few people in Sharn capable of
raising the dead.
Find a Patron. There are many eccentric
nobles in Upper Northedge. A patron of the arts
could take an interest in the career of a bard
or entertainer. A collector might keep capable
adventurers on retainer with the understanding
that they’ll deliver any Dhakaani artifacts they
come across in their travels. You never know
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they can give you an introduction to high society.