Menzoberranzan

Menzoberranzan
Tags	Locations, Location, ToTB, Kaern
Contained By	Underdark
Contains	Edola Vandree, Tier Breche, Quenthal Baenre, Gromphe Baenre, Illifae Despana

Description

• The Courtyard of Lolth's Kiss: This is a central square in Menzoberranzan where many major events and gatherings occur. It's a place where your party might come across various drow nobles, priestesses of Lolth, and commoners going about their business. Be cautious, as politics and danger are ever-present here.
• House Estates: Menzoberranzan is home to numerous noble houses, each with its own estate. These can range from opulent palaces to more modest compounds. Depending on your party's objectives, they might interact with the noble houses' matriarchs, warriors, or servants. Intrigue and danger often lurk within these households.
• The Bazaar: The bustling market of Menzoberranzan is a place where your adventurers can find exotic goods, rare poisons, and all manner of Underdark creatures. They might also encounter merchants, spies, and thieves.
• The House Barracks: This is where the soldiers and warriors of Menzoberranzan's noble houses are trained and housed. Your party may have to deal with elite drow soldiers, formidable weapons, and secrets related to house defenses.
• Temples of Lolth: These temples are dedicated to the Spider Queen, Lolth. They are often the center of religious and political power in the city. Your party may interact with powerful priestesses, attend dark ceremonies, or seek out information within these temples.
• The Slave Pits: Menzoberranzan is known for its extensive slave trade. Your adventurers might encounter slaves in the pits, some of whom may be potential allies or sources of information.
• The Council Chamber: This is where the ruling council of eight matron mothers convenes to make decisions about the city. Your party may find themselves involved in political machinations, negotiations, or assassination plots.
• The Academy of Sorcere: This is where arcane magic is taught and studied. Your party may meet ambitious wizards, sorcerers, and magical experiments gone awry.
• The Shadowed Alleys: Beyond the main thoroughfares, Menzoberranzan has a labyrinthine network of shadowed alleys and tunnels. Here, your party may encounter thieves, spies, and hidden dangers.
• The Clawrift: This is the primary entrance to Menzoberranzan from the surface world, and it's heavily guarded. Your party may interact with the guards, smugglers, or other travelers entering or leaving the city.