Free D&D Major NPCs, Allies & Rivals all With Playable Stat Blocks

The People Who Shape Aranthaes

Some figures are more than faces in the crowd. These are the rulers, rivals, allies and power-brokers whose choices can alter adventures, campaigns and the future of Aranthaes itself.

Meet the major characters adventurers are most likely to encounter, work alongside, oppose or become entangled with. Each plays a meaningful role within the city or wider island and includes playable D&D statistics for use at the table.

Raistum Magus

On / Characters, City Policing, Major Characters, Merchant Police

Raistum Magus is Head of the Zephyr Battalion of the Aranthaes Merchant Police, and one of the city’s most experienced specialists in magical crime. Born into a prosperous merchant family in Aranthaes, he developed an early fascination with the arcane and spent much of his life studying magic long before entering public service. By the time the Zephyrs recruited him in his sixties, Raistum had already accumulated decades of knowledge, private research and contacts among the city’s scholars, collectors and magical trades. His rise within the battalion was unusually rapid.

Orlonas Dasir

On / Characters, City Policing, Defenders of the Mother, Major Characters, Mother's Children

Orlonas Dasir is precise in everything she does. She speaks carefully, moves deliberately, and rarely reveals more than is necessary. Where others within the Church command through presence or strength, Orlonas operates through insight – watching, listening, and waiting until she understands exactly where pressure must be applied. Hand-picked by Rilith Jol’gonas to be Mother Superior – Prefect of Doctrine, Orlonas is entrusted with tasks that cannot be addressed openly. She investigates heresy, subversion, and threats to the Church that hide behind legality, respectability, or false piety. Her work is

Taygor Saraius

On / Characters, City Policing, Major Characters, Merchant Police

Taygor Saraius was born in one of the small hidden settlements deep within the Derkwuds, and has spent most of his long life learning the moods, paths and warnings of the ancient forest. He belongs to the Circle of the Derkwuds Guardian, a secretive druidic tradition whose members watch over the mist-bound woods, guide those who enter with respect, and protect places they believe should never be disturbed. Taygor grew up among people for whom the Derkwuds were neither wilderness nor legend, but home. From childhood he learned that silence

Wyshard Denbew

On / Characters, Major Characters, Merchants

Wyshard Denbew is a young flamboyant merchant living in Aranthaes City. He is obsessed with his appearance and constantly brags about his wealth, despite being far from wealthy. He is often found in the city’s high-end establishments, trying to impress others with his expensive clothing and flashy jewelry. Wyshard grew up in a poor family in Aranthaes Wynds, but always dreamed of living a life of luxury and extravagance. He quickly realized that his looks and charisma could help him get what he wanted, and he began to steal and

Hashakh

On / Characters, Major Characters

Hashakh was born in the Underdark, where she was trained in the dark arts of necromancy by her family, but as is the case with many who seek out a life of adventure, she felt like she never fitted in with her kind. Drawn to the surface world and the ways of the living, Hashakh set off on a journey to find a new home. As she was leaving, she met Khamsa Oudasi, a wealthy merchant who was visiting the Underdark on business. The two became fast friends, and Khamsa

Robynne

On / Characters, Major Characters

Robynne is the enigmatic and undisputed head of the Red Cloaks. Born to an elven mother and a human father – both accomplished criminals – she grew up in the shadowed margins of Aranthaes society. Her parents belonged to a drifting bandit cohort that prowled the outer trade roads, leaving Robynne’s childhood shaped by constant movement, cold camps, and the harsh lessons of survival outside the law. She was trained in every clandestine skill her parents possessed. Lockpicking, sleight of hand, forgery, knife-work, infiltration, and misdirection were taught to her

Akzir Aerum

On / Characters, City Policing, Major Characters, Merchant Police

Akzir was born to famed gold merchant Aurto Aerum and his tiefling mistress in the same year as half-sister Alus, but was kept secret from the public eye, living with his mother. When Akzir was 14 years old, his mother was killed in a raid by the Red Cloaks, leaving him with nothing but his father’s name and the hatred of all bandits. In his late teenage years, Akzir was taken under the wing of the City Guard and trained to become a paladin. He quickly rose through the ranks,

Alus Aerum

On / Characters, Major Characters, Merchants

Alus has always been the dutiful daughter of Aurto Aerum, managing the family business with precision and ruthlessness. But behind her composed exterior lies a dark secret: Alus has made a pact with an otherworldly being, gaining magical powers in exchange for her soul. She uses her powers to manipulate those around her, always looking for ways to expand the family’s wealth and power. Growing up, Alus was always the responsible one in the Aerum household. While her younger sister Annis spent her days dreaming of adventure or visiting High

Annis Aerum

On / Characters, Defenders of the Mother, Major Characters, Merchants

Annis is the youngest daughter of Aurto Aerum, one of the most successful gold traders in Aranthaes. Despite being born into wealth and privilege, Annis is a devout cleric of Lady Bune’s Defenders of the Mother, and is determined to use her position as an apprentice gold merchant to help the church in any way she can. When she’s not working in her family’s gold business, she spends much of her time between High Temple, studying and praying, and distributing food to the poor on the streets of Aranthaes Wynds

Aurto Aerum

On / Characters, Major Characters, Merchants

Aurto Aerum was born into a wealthy merchant family and has always had a talent for business. He started his career as a gold trader in his youth and quickly rose to prominence in the Aranthaes gold markets. His shrewd business sense and charm have earned him a great deal of wealth and influence in the city. Aurto is well-known for his extravagant taste, often dressing in fine silk clothing and carrying an ornate gold cane. He is father to two daughters, Annis and Alus, and their half-brother Azkir. Aurto’s

Abigail Hart

On / Characters, Major Characters

Always up-beat and cheerful, Abigail Hart was born in Rochpont, the only child of a small-town blacksmith and his wife. From a young age, Abigail was always fascinated by the stories her parents would tell her of knights and paladins, and she dreamed of one day becoming a hero herself. As she grew older, Abigail realized that her passion for justice and righteousness was more than just a childish fancy. She began training with her father in the forge, honing her strength and endurance. She also began studying the holy

Galhert Harewood

On / Characters, Major Characters

Galhert Harewood’s merchant parents were killed in a bandit ambush when he was just a young boy. His grandfather, Godwin Harewood, took him and his younger brother Ossian in and raised them as his own. Galhert was filled with a burning desire for revenge, and he vowed to track down his parents’ killers and bring them to justice. As he grew older, Galhert trained himself in the art of tracking and hunting, becoming a skilled ranger. He spent years travelling the wilderness, gathering information and following leads in his quest

Ossian Harewood

On / Characters, City Policing, Major Characters, Merchant Police

Ossian Harewood was born and raised in Aranthaes. His parents were both merchants, killed by bandits when Ossian was just a child. The attack left him permanently blind in one eye. His grandfather, Commander Godwin Harewood, took him and his younger brother Galhert in and raised them as his own. Despite his partial blindness, Ossian was determined to become a fighter and wished to follow his grandfather by joining the City Guard as soon as he was able. His proud grandfather trained him in swordplay and combat tactics, and Ossian

Godwin Harewood

On / Characters, Major Characters

Godwin Harewood served in the Aranthaes City Guard for over 40 years, eventually rising to the rank of commander. He retired from active duty at the age of 65, but still keeps tabs on what’s going on in the city through his network of former colleagues and friends, including his past pupil Eryndor. After his daughter and her husband were killed in a bandit ambush, Godwin took his grandchildren Ossian and Galhert into his home and raised them as his own. He has a gruff exterior, but is fiercely protective

Rogmesh Drua

On / Characters, Major Characters

Rogmesh Drua was born into a family of half-orc mercenaries. She grew up watching her older brother, Kzhak aka Darkness become a legendary fighter and leader of their clan. However, Rogmesh always felt like she didn’t quite fit in. She had a fascination with fire that her family couldn’t understand, and her outgoing and charismatic personality often caused her to clash with her more reserved kin. Eventually, Rogmesh left her clan and struck out on her own as a mercenary for hire. She quickly discovered her natural talent for magic,

Khalifeh Oudasi

On / Characters, Major Characters, Merchants

Khalifeh was born into a life of luxury as the daughter of the legendary trader Khamsa Oudasi. She grew up surrounded by the finest things in life and was used to getting whatever she wanted. However, Khalifeh was never content with a life of ease and luxury and craved adventure and excitement, which led her to become deeply involved in her father’s business at a young age. Khalifeh quickly proved to be an adept thief, using her natural charm and quick reflexes to steal from her father’s competitors and acquire

Kallista

On / Characters, Major Characters

Kallista was born to a tiefling father and a powerful demon mother, who was known for her cruelty and destruction. As a child, Kallista showed signs of demonic power, and her mother was quick to take notice. She took her away from her father and raised her in her own realm, where she trained her to be a ruthless killer and leader. Kallista’s mother had many enemies, and she used her daughter to carry out her most heinous acts of violence. Kallista became known as the “Demon’s Daughter,” feared and

Orinna Lor

On / Characters, Major Characters, Merchants

Orinna Lor is a highly respected member of the Aranthaen merchant community. Head of one of Aranthaes’ ‘true born‘ families, Orinna is known for her astute business sense and her shrewd investments, which have helped reinforce her family as one of the wealthiest in the city. Orinna is a brilliant wizard, and her magical abilities have helped her to gain an edge in the fiercely competitive world of banking and finance. She owns Lor Bank, one of the city’s 4 main banking houses. Orinna Lor Medium Humanoid (Tiefling, Wizard: Level

Anakis Obel

On / Characters, Major Characters

Anakis Obel was born into a life of poverty and crime on the streets of Aranthaes Wynds. She learned to fight at a young age and quickly rose through the ranks of the city’s underworld. However, her life took a drastic turn when she was hired as a bodyguard by the wealthy merchant banker Orinna Lor. Over time, Anakis became more than just a bodyguard to Orinna, and the two fell deeply in love. Anakis is fiercely loyal to Orinna and will do anything to protect her and their shared

Criella Morell

On / Characters, Major Characters, Merchants

Criella Morell was born into a wealthy family of tiefling merchants who made their fortune through shrewd business deals and investments. Criella has always had an affinity for magic, and her parents spared no expense in hiring the best tutors to help her develop her skills. However, Criella grew restless with her privileged life, and began using her magical abilities to manipulate people and situations for her own amusement. When she met Malemon Morell, a fellow tiefling with a similar thirst for power, they quickly became business partners and lovers.