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Icespire Frost Ring
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Carved from the heart of the Icespire's eternal ice, this ring sings the hymn of the winter storm. Its wearer commands the chill that whispers of long nights and frostbitten secrets, cloaked in the armour of the blizzard itself. But the cold also demands its due, slowing strides to match its lingering caress.

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Actual Build By Books Casting Time Class Item Rarity Misc Race Schools of Magic Spell Duration Spell Level TTRPGs
A whisper fractures the mind, leaving foes adrift in a sea of disarray and doubt
A whisper fractures the mind, leaving foes adrift in a sea of disarray and doubt
Mind Sliver
Cantrip Enchantment
A guardian shrouded in mystery and madness, walks the thin line between protector and destroyer of the swamp she has forever called home
A guardian shrouded in mystery and madness, walks the thin line between protector and destroyer of the swamp she has forever called home
Syvis
Character
A prickling sensation races up your arm, as a tingling reveals unseen threats of poison and disease
A prickling sensation races up your arm, as a tingling reveals unseen threats of poison and disease
Detect Poison and Disease
1st level Divination
Cheat death's grasp, but face the Shepherd of Souls' wrath
Cheat death's grasp, but face the Shepherd of Souls' wrath
The Shepherd of Souls
Story Moment
Amidst the silent dark, your whispers birth a ballet of luminous orbs, twirling in harmony and painting the night with strokes of ethereal light.
Amidst the silent dark, your whispers birth a ballet of luminous orbs, twirling in harmony and painting the night with strokes of ethereal light.
Dancing Lights
Cantrip Evocation
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About the Tavern

CRAFTING STORIES AND FORGING HEROES

At Talesmith Tavern, we celebrate the art of storytelling and the forging of heroes. Founded by Torin Talesmith, a master storyteller and seasoned innkeeper, our digital haven is dedicated to providing tabletop role-playing enthusiasts with a treasure trove of meticulously crafted characters, captivating story hooks, intriguing items and spell descriptions, and enchanting settings. Whether you're a player seeking inspiration or a Dungeon Master searching for the perfect adventure, join us on a journey where every tale is waiting to be crafted, and every hero is waiting to be forged.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Talesmith Tavern?

Talesmith Tavern is a digital platform dedicated to providing tabletop role-playing enthusiasts with a vast collection of characters, story hooks, locations, items, and spells to enhance their gaming experience.

What kind of content does Talesmith Tavern offer?

Talesmith Tavern offers a wide range of content, including meticulously crafted characters with detailed backstories, captivating story moments to engage adventurers, immersive descriptions of locations and settings, powerful items and artifacts, and comprehensive spell lists.

Do I need to be a subscriber to access content on Talesmith Tavern?

While some content on Talesmith Tavern is available to all visitors, subscribing unlocks access to exclusive features, such as full character backstories, detailed item descriptions, and features like the Codex.

What are achievements?

Achievements are a way to show off your contributions to the Talesmith Tavern community, through submissions to the library and engaging in using the website. Most achievements are completed through having your content added to library, while liking content and using the Codex are also ways you can complete achievements.

Each user starts at Level 1, with each level increase achieved through gaining experience, same as any TTRPG. Each achievement has XP attached, so completing achievements earns XP to level up. The XP for each achievement and how much until you reach your next level are all visible when registered and viewing your profile.

Whenever you level up you will receive one free month of a Talesmith Tavern subscription. This comes in one of two ways. If you already have an active subscription, it is automatically added to your subscription. If you are not yet subscribed, that free month is banked on your account. When you do subscribe, you will be able to then redeem those banked months for your subscription, and those free months will then be applied to your active subscription.

Is Talesmith Tavern affiliated with a specific tabletop role-playing game?

Talesmith Tavern has its basis in Dungeons & Dragons, but aims to become more system-agnostic, meaning that our content is designed to be compatible with a wide range of tabletop role-playing game systems, including Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and more.

Who is Torin Talesmith?

Torin Talesmith is the innkeeper of Talesmith Tavern, and the pseudonym for the founder and developer of the website. A master storyteller and seasoned adventurer having been an adventurer himself across the forgotten realms for many years, Torin is passionate about bringing the rich worlds of tabletop role-playing games to life.

Is Talesmith Tavern suitable for beginners?

Absolutely! Talesmith Tavern welcomes adventurers of all levels of experience. Whether you’re a seasoned Dungeon Master or a newcomer to the world of tabletop role-playing games, you’ll find plenty of inspiration and resources to fuel your imagination.

Can I contribute my own content to Talesmith Tavern?

Yes! Talesmith Tavern welcomes contributions from the community. You can submit your own characters, story moments, locations, items, and spells, to be featured on the platform. Additionally, contributing content is how you complete achievements.

How often is new content added to Talesmith Tavern?

New content is added to Talesmith Tavern regularly, ensuring that there’s always something fresh and exciting for adventurers to discover. Be sure to check back often for updates!

I have a question that's not answered here. How can I get in touch with Talesmith Tavern?

If you have a question that’s not answered in our FAQ, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly. You can contact us via our website’s contact form, and we’ll be happy to assist you.

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