3400 BCE
Founding of Netheril
The human empire of Netheril is founded in northern Faerûn, becoming a center of powerful magic. #forgottenrealms #history
Chronological Storyline (39 Milestones)
3100 BCE
Rise of the Elven Court
The Elven Court is established in the forest of Cormanthor, uniting many elven realms. #forgottenrealms #elves
2600 BCE
Founding of Myth Drannor
The elven city of Myth Drannor is founded as a haven of magic and learning. #forgottenrealms #mythdrannor
1075 BCE
Fall of Netheril
Netheril collapses due to magical catastrophe, leaving behind floating enclaves and ruins. #forgottenrealms #catastrophe
900 BCE
Founding of Waterdeep
The city of Waterdeep is founded on the Sword Coast, becoming a major trade hub. #forgottenrealms #waterdeep
615 BCE
Destruction of Myth Drannor
Myth Drannor falls to an army of demons and drow, becoming a haunted ruin. #forgottenrealms #mythdrannor
200 BCE
Rise of the Dales
Human settlers establish the Dales in the Dalelands, leading to conflicts with elves. #forgottenrealms #dalelands
0 CE
Year of the Sunless
The Dale Reckoning calendar begins with the Year of the Sunless, marking a volcanic winter. #forgottenrealms #calendar )
100 CE
Founding of Baldur's Gate
The city of Baldur's Gate is founded by the explorer Balduran. #forgottenrealms #baldursgate
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200 CE
Birth of Elminster
Elminster Aumar is born in the kingdom of Athalantar, later becoming the Sage of Shadowdale. #forgottenrealms #elminster
300 CE
Founding of Neverwinter
The city of Neverwinter is founded, known for its skilled craftsmen and magic. #forgottenrealms #neverwinter
400 CE
Rise of the Zhentarim
The Zhentarim, a mercenary and trade organization, is formed in the Moonsea region. #forgottenrealms #zhentarim
500 CE
Founding of Silverymoon
The city of Silverymoon is founded in the Silver Marches, becoming a center of magic and learning. #forgottenrealms #silverymoon
600 CE
Birth of Drizzt Do'Urden
Drizzt Do'Urden is born in Menzoberranzan, the drow city in the Underdark. #forgottenrealms #drizzt
620 CE
Drizzt Escapes Menzoberranzan
Drizzt flees the evil drow society and begins his exile in the Underdark. #forgottenrealms #drizzt
640 CE
Drizzt Reaches the Surface
Drizzt emerges from the Underdark and settles in Icewind Dale, befriending the dwarf Bruenor Battlehammer. #forgottenrealms #drizzt
700 CE
The Time of Troubles Begins
The gods are cast down from the heavens and walk Faerûn as mortals, causing chaos. #forgottenrealms #timeoftroubles
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701 CE
Death of Bhaal
The god of murder Bhaal is slain during the Time of Troubles, his essence scattering into mortal souls. #forgottenrealms #bhaal
702 CE
The Time of Troubles Ends
The gods return to the heavens, but many are dead or changed, and magic is altered. #forgottenrealms #timeoftroubles
710 CE
Baldur's Gate Crisis
The Bhaalspawn crisis erupts in Baldur's Gate, as the children of Bhaal vie for power. #forgottenrealms #baldursgate
720 CE
The Spellplague Strikes
A magical catastrophe known as the Spellplague ravages Faerûn, reshaping lands and killing many. #forgottenrealms #spellplague
730 CE
The Sundering Begins
The Sundering, a series of world-altering events, starts to undo the changes of the Spellplague. #forgottenrealms #sundering
740 CE
The Second Sundering
The Second Sundering concludes, restoring many lands and deities to their pre-Spellplague states. #forgottenrealms #sundering
750 CE
Rise of the Lords of Waterdeep
The masked Lords of Waterdeep consolidate power, leading to a golden age for the city. #forgottenrealms #waterdeep
760 CE
The War of the Silver Marches
Orc hordes invade the Silver Marches, leading to a devastating war. #forgottenrealms #silvermarches
770 CE
The Return of the Dead Three
The gods Bane, Bhaal, and Myrkul return to power, causing unrest. #forgottenrealms #deadthree
780 CE
The Fall of Neverwinter
Mount Hotenow erupts, devastating Neverwinter and causing the city to fall into ruin. #forgottenrealms #neverwinter
790 CE
The Rebuilding of Neverwinter
Efforts to rebuild Neverwinter begin, with aid from Waterdeep and other cities. #forgottenrealms #neverwinter
800 CE
The Rise of the Cult of the Dragon
The Cult of the Dragon gains power, seeking to create dracoliches and control dragons. #forgottenrealms #cultofthedragon
810 CE
The Death of Elminster
Elminster is slain by a powerful foe but is later resurrected. #forgottenrealms #elminster
820 CE
The Return of the Netherese
Survivors of ancient Netheril return from the Plane of Shadow, seeking to reclaim their power. #forgottenrealms #netheril
830 CE
The War of the Spider Queen
The drow goddess Lolth goes silent, causing chaos in the Underdark and a war among drow. #forgottenrealms #drow
840 CE
The Rise of the Red Wizards
The Red Wizards of Thay expand their influence, seeking to conquer neighboring lands. #forgottenrealms #redwizards
850 CE
The Fall of Myth Drannor's Restoration
Efforts to restore Myth Drannor begin, but the city remains dangerous. #forgottenrealms #mythdrannor
860 CE
The Rise of the Harpers
The Harpers, a secret society dedicated to preserving balance, gain influence across Faerûn. #forgottenrealms #harpers
870 CE
The Death of Drizzt Do'Urden
Drizzt is killed in battle but is later resurrected by his friends. #forgottenrealms #drizzt
880 CE
The Rise of the Dragon Queen
Tiamat, the Dragon Queen, attempts to enter Faerûn but is thwarted by heroes. #forgottenrealms #tiamat )
890 CE
The Reclamation of the Underdark
Surface races push into the Underdark, reclaiming lost territories. #forgottenrealms #underdark
900 CE
The Age of Heroes
A new era of peace and prosperity dawns, with many heroes retiring or becoming legends. #forgottenrealms #heroes