West Faerun

The lands of West Faerun encompass the western coast of the continent along the Sea of Swords, including the Western Heartlands and the Lands of Intrigue. This region extends to the multitude of islands scattered across the Trackless Sea to the west. Together, these lands create a rich tapestry of diverse cultures, terrains, and histories.

Regions

Lands of Intrigue

• Amn:
  A wealthy nation nestled between the Cloud Peaks to the north and the Small Teeth mountains to the south. Its capital, Athkatla, is a vital coastal port, with trade routes branching inland via the Amstel, Esmel, Hyrzashyr, and Shimmalshyr rivers.

• Calimshan:
  Known for its ancient origins rooted in the conflicts of warring genies, Calimshan is dominated by the Calim Desert, the Marching Mountains, and the Forest of Mir. Its capital, Calimport, is famed for its sprawling markets, where any imaginable good can be traded.

• Muranndin:
  A realm of monstrous humanoids such as orcs and ogres that emerged during the Sothillisian War. This land is notorious for enslaving outsiders.

• Tethyr:
  A feudal monarchy situated between Amn and Calimshan. Its northern half is dominated by the Wealdath Forest, home to elves and other fey creatures.

Western Heartlands

This region stretches from the Sword Coast in the west to Cormyr and the Dragon Coast in the east, with Amn and the Cloud Peaks forming the southern border. This land is not a unified realm, but rather consists of a series of city-states, including Baldur's Gate, Berdusk, Beregost, Elturel, Evereska and Scornubel.

• Backlands:
  A vast, monster-infested inland region.

• Elturgard:
  A nation of paladins and holy warriors devoted to Torm the True.

• Najara:
  Occupied by lizardfolk and yuan-ti, this united nation includes the High Moor and surrounding marshlands.

• Sunset Vale:
  A fertile region with farms and orchards that supply many settlements.

• Sword Coast:
  The long stretch of open land along the Sea of Swords that is home to the influential power of Baldur's Gate and a few other smaller towns

• Evereska:
  An elven refuge along the edge of the Anauroch Desert, far from human cities.

Moonshae Isles

This archipelago lies west of the Sword Coast, with rugged terrain of mountains, bogs, and forests

• Alaron:
  The largest and most populated island, home to Caer Callidyrr.

• Gwynneth:
  Known for its fey inhabitants.

• Korinn Archipelago:
  Comprising hundreds of smaller isles.

• Moray:
  The southernmost island, controlled by lycanthropic cultists of the Black Blood.

• Ruathym:
  A harsh, rocky island with resilient inhabitants.

Island Kingdoms

The myriad islands in the Sea of Swords and beyond are largely independent from one other, with varied cultures, ideological beliefs, and histories. While often culturally separate from one another, the people from these islands often share common ancestry and cultures with those from the mainland of Faerun.

• Evermeet:
  The sacred elven island linked to Arvandor, serving as a destination for the Retreat.

• Lantan:
  Famous for advanced technology and inventions that replace magic.

• Nelanther Isles:
  A collection of pirate-infested islands.

• Nimbral:
  Known for powerful wizards and pegasus-mounted knights.

• Orlumbor:
  Renowned for its shipbuilding expertise.

• Whalebones:
  Isles named for the many whale skeletons scattered along their shores.