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The Shrine of Fathen the Martyr is an infamous spot   high priest of the Gates of Passage is capable of rais­
          in North Market. It is dedicated to a crusading priest of   ing the dead.
          the Silver Flame who uncovered a group of wererats in   Find a patron. Many eccentric nobles make their homes
          the early days of Sham. Fathen was torn apart by the   in Upper Northedge. A patron of the arts could take
          wererats he had exposed, and in his honor the Church   an interest in the career of a bard or an entertainer.
          of the Silver Flame raised the shrine on this site. It's   A collector might keep capable adventurers on re­
          said that any lycanthrope that enters the shrine will be   tainer with the understanding that they'll deliver any
          forced into its true form. Pilgrim,s devoted to the Sil­  Dhakaani artifacts they come across in their travels.
          ver Flame come from across Khorvaire to pray at the   You never know what benefits a patron will provide; at
          shrine, but the local shifter population has no love for   the very least, having a patron can provide you with an
          the pilgrims or the church.                        introduction to high society.
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          THINGS TO D o   I N   NOR H E D G E               TA I C K ' S   LAND I N G
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          Northedge is the most peaceful quarter  n   Sham. It does   Everyone who comes to Sham, whether by land or air,
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          have a few taverns and temples, but if you're looking for   passes through Tavick's Landing. The quarter took on
          excitement or a wide selection of goods and services,   a martial aspect during the Last War, and the tense
          you'll want to go elsewhere. Even so, Northedge boasts   atmosphere can still be felt today. On the positive side,
          some notable special attractions:                 Watch Commander Iyanna ir'Talan has gone to great
          Settle down. If you're looking for a place to live in   efforts to purge corruption in the local garrisons of the
           Sham, Lower Northedge residences are of reason­  Sham Watch; as a result, this is one of the few districts
           able quality and price and offer more security than   where the Watch is both helpful and competent. On the
           Lower Dura.                                      downside, visitors from any nation that fought against
          Die in style. The elves of Shae Lias are experts in   Breland during the war might be greeted with suspicion
           funerary customs and embalming. In addition, the   or hostility.

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          N O RTH E D G E   Q  U A R T E R :  N O TEW R T H Y   LOCA I O N S
           Location        Description                                                  District
          Gates of Passage   Built from Aereni densewood, this spire serves both  as the embassy of Aerenal and  Shae Lias, U p per
                           a temple of the Undying Court. Aereni citizens who die in Sharn are interred in the   Northedge
                           temple crypts until their remains can be transported to Aerenal.
           N i ghtshade    An apothecary dealing in exotic herbs and salves,  i ghtshade is also a tavern spe-  Shae Lias, Upper
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                           cializing in lightly poisoned beverages.                     Northedge
          The Oaks         A legendary restaurant that serves Aereni and Brelish cuisine. The quality is un-  Shae Lias,  p per
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                           matched, as are the aristocratic prices. Head chef Maza Thadian has maintained   Northedge
                           the Oaks for over three hundred years, but after her recent appointment as city
                           councilor for Upper Northedge she is often occupied with other matters.
          The Silver Bough   This establishment deals in arms crafted in the Aereni tradition. This merchandise   Shae  Lias, U p per
                           includes magic items, but woodshaper Tanar Mendyrian takes time to produce his   Northedge
                           wonders, and only a limited selection is available at any given time.
          The Winding Root   A marketplace and  gallery that showcases the work of elven artisans, including   Shae Lias, U p per
                           sculptures, textiles, and fine clothing.                     Northedge
          The Veil of Flesh   This studio deals in Aereni body art and alteration, such as tattoos and cosmetic   Shae Lias, U p per
                           transmutation.                                               Northedge
          Coldflame Keep   A garrison temple of the Silver Flame, this place once housed a hundred temp la rs   High Hope,  M  i ddle
                           dedicated to protecting Sharn from supernatural threats. It has largely been aban­  Northedge
                           doned; only a dozen devoted templars and adepts remain in residence.
          Daca's Watch     A dwarf named Daca has been sitting on a pillar in Northedge for over a century,   High Hope, M  i ddle
                           offering advice and encouragement. Though she doesn't claim to be a priest, many  North edge
                           believe that Daca is  blessed and  guided by Boldrei.
          The Bear's Rest   A modest inn maintained by a beasthide shifter named Leara, who usually gives a   North Market, Lower
                           discount to traveling shifters. The decor features various exotic hides.   Northedge
          Fathen's Shrine   This marker in North Market commemorates a miracle that exposed a network of   North Market, Lower
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                           were rats in Sharn, along with the  r iest of the Silver Flame who died while fighting   Northedge
                           them. Pilgrims devoted to the Silver Flame often visit the shrine.
          The Horse and    Though not as colorful as the Bear's Rest, this large inn is maintained by House   North Market, Lower
          Hearth           G h allanda and offers rooms of modest and comfortable quality.   Northedge
          The Rat's Nest   A modest tavern catering to the shifters of Lower Northedge, the  Rat's Nest is a   North Market, Lower
                           haven for gossip and serves food  and drink in the Eldeen style.   Northedge

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