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== Bronze Blades ==
== Bronze Blades ==
The Bronze Blades are an adventuring party operating in the Sword Coast, commissioned by Marshal Older Ravenguard of [[Baldur's Gate]] to fight the [[Cult of the Dragon]].
'''The Bronze Blades''' are a renowned adventuring company active along the Sword Coast during 1486–1488 DR. They present as "problem-solvers for the common folk," but their contracts and contacts suggest a deft hand with faction politics and covert missions. Multiple cells and scribes have credited the Blades with actions against the [[Cult of the Dragon]]—some firmly verified, others… vigorously disputed.


=== Overview ===
=== Reputation ===
The Bronze Blades are a five-member adventuring party consisting of Sir Cedric (paladin leader), Thistle (bard), Sister Alira (cleric), Boomer (spellcaster), and Whisper (rogue). While earnest and brave, they have a tendency to find themselves in over their heads, requiring rescue by more experienced adventurers—particularly Deez Nuts.
* Lauded by law-minded orders for clean, public victories.
* Whispered about in spy circles for quiet, surgical work.
* Rumored to "do business" when it keeps tyrants off the board.


Despite their sometimes questionable tactical decisions, Marshal Ravenguard has confirmed that the Bronze Blades' work disrupting cult operations has been "invaluable" to the overall effort against the [[Cult of the Dragon]].
=== Membership ===
* '''Thistle Quickfoot''' – Halfling Bard (face, logistics, morale)
* '''Whisper Willowshade''' – Half-Elf Rogue (infiltration, countersurveillance)
* '''Boddynock "Boomer" Cogsprocket''' – Gnome Artificer (sapper, alchemy, field repairs)
* '''Silster Elira''' – Half-Orc Cleric (battlefield medic, rites, undead interdiction)
* '''Sir Cedric Lightbringer''' – Human Paladin (shield leader, standards, negotiations)


=== Members ===
=== Heraldry ===
* Sir Cedric – Paladin and de facto leader
A burnished bronze shortblade over a laurel; field of river-green. Camps fly a brass wind-chime that doubles as a coded signal (three notes = regroup).
* Thistle / Thistle Quickfoot – Bard
* Sister Alira – Cleric and primary healer
* Boomer – Member with spellcasting abilities
* Whisper – Rogue


=== Campaign Involvement ===
=== Accomplishments ===
The Bronze Blades first encountered Deez Nuts in [[Session 42 - Bagpipes, Blood, and the Bronze Blades|Session 42]] on the road to [[Baldur's Gate]], where they were being overwhelmed by [[Cult of the Dragon|dragon cultists]]. After rescue, Sir Cedric attempted to claim credit and loot, though [[Xanphina]] intimidated him into sharing.
* '''Hunted and destroyed a cult operation''' south of [[Waterdeep]]. The cultists were reinforced with numerous guard drakes and even drove off a Wearer of the Purple
* '''Infiltrated a black-market ring''' supplying the Cult's river smuggling, replacing manifests and turning the ring against its patron.
* '''Disrupted Cult logistics''' by storming [[Castle Naerytar]] and driving one of the Wyrmspeakers into fleeing with her Red Wizard companion
* Found a lost calf during a night march and returned it (after it ate half their rations).
* Mapped a forgotten cellar under a Daggerford cooperage; left a note: "Not a cult lair. Yet."
* Brokered a three-day truce between reed-cutters and river druids so both could harvest at dawn.


During the Council of [[Waterdeep]] ([[Session 43 - The Council of Waterdeep|Session 43]]), [[Shade]] asked if Deez Nuts could eliminate the Bronze Blades. Marshal Ravenguard defended them and ordered Deez Nuts to assist the Bronze Blades if encountered.
=== Allies and Relationships ===
* '''[[Order of the Gauntlet]]''' – Respectful partners; the Blades' public rescues and oath-clean conduct win them temple contracts.
* '''[[Zhentarim]]''' – "Professional courtesies." They don't cross streams unless profit or tyrants demand it.
* '''[[Emerald Enclave]]''' – The Blades can hunt or parley as the grove requires—one reason circle elders keep their door open.


Later in Session 43, the Bronze Blades were found in Garmok's Mine, again being overwhelmed by cultists. Deez Nuts rescued them, and the combined parties fought through the mine together.
=== Encounter with Deez Nuts ===
The Bronze Blades encountered the party during [[Session 42 - Bagpipes, Blood, and the Bronze Blades]], where they demonstrated their combat prowess and tactical coordination against Cult forces.


In [[Session 44 - Garmok's Mine|Session 44]], both parties worked together to defeat Voaraghamanthar the black dragon and clear the infernal devils from the mine. Sister Alira's healing and Boomer's See Invisibility spell proved crucial to success.
=== Appearances ===
 
* [[Session 42 - Bagpipes, Blood, and the Bronze Blades]]
In [[Session 45 - The Mind Gobbler|Session 45]], the Bronze Blades fought alongside Deez Nuts against the Mind Gobbler aberration in the Underdark.
 
=== Reputation ===
The Bronze Blades have a mixed reputation—they declare victory in verse, attempt "strategic retreats," and often need rescue. However, their dedication to fighting the cult and their successes (often with help) have earned them respect from Marshal Ravenguard and grudging acceptance from Deez Nuts.


=== Appearances ===
[[Category:Organizations]] [[Category:Adventuring Companies]] [[Category:Rise of Tiamat]] [[Category:Good Organizations]]
* [[Session 42 - Bagpipes, Blood, and the Bronze Blades|Session 42]] - First encounter
* [[Session 43 - The Council of Waterdeep|Session 43]] - Rescued in Garmok's Mine
* [[Session 44 - Garmok's Mine|Session 44]] - Allied in dragon battle
* [[Session 45 - The Mind Gobbler|Session 45]] - Allied against aberrations
* [[Session 40 - Deez Nuts Brew Deals, Break Oaths, and Bake Blades]]
[[Category:Factions]] [[Category:Rise of Tiamat]] [[Category:Adventuring Parties]] [[Category:Allies]]

Latest revision as of 23:09, 12 January 2026

Bronze Blades

The Bronze Blades are a renowned adventuring company active along the Sword Coast during 1486–1488 DR. They present as "problem-solvers for the common folk," but their contracts and contacts suggest a deft hand with faction politics and covert missions. Multiple cells and scribes have credited the Blades with actions against the Cult of the Dragon—some firmly verified, others… vigorously disputed.

Reputation

  • Lauded by law-minded orders for clean, public victories.
  • Whispered about in spy circles for quiet, surgical work.
  • Rumored to "do business" when it keeps tyrants off the board.

Membership

  • Thistle Quickfoot – Halfling Bard (face, logistics, morale)
  • Whisper Willowshade – Half-Elf Rogue (infiltration, countersurveillance)
  • Boddynock "Boomer" Cogsprocket – Gnome Artificer (sapper, alchemy, field repairs)
  • Silster Elira – Half-Orc Cleric (battlefield medic, rites, undead interdiction)
  • Sir Cedric Lightbringer – Human Paladin (shield leader, standards, negotiations)

Heraldry

A burnished bronze shortblade over a laurel; field of river-green. Camps fly a brass wind-chime that doubles as a coded signal (three notes = regroup).

Accomplishments

  • Hunted and destroyed a cult operation south of Waterdeep. The cultists were reinforced with numerous guard drakes and even drove off a Wearer of the Purple
  • Infiltrated a black-market ring supplying the Cult's river smuggling, replacing manifests and turning the ring against its patron.
  • Disrupted Cult logistics by storming Castle Naerytar and driving one of the Wyrmspeakers into fleeing with her Red Wizard companion
  • Found a lost calf during a night march and returned it (after it ate half their rations).
  • Mapped a forgotten cellar under a Daggerford cooperage; left a note: "Not a cult lair. Yet."
  • Brokered a three-day truce between reed-cutters and river druids so both could harvest at dawn.

Allies and Relationships

  • Order of the Gauntlet – Respectful partners; the Blades' public rescues and oath-clean conduct win them temple contracts.
  • Zhentarim – "Professional courtesies." They don't cross streams unless profit or tyrants demand it.
  • Emerald Enclave – The Blades can hunt or parley as the grove requires—one reason circle elders keep their door open.

Encounter with Deez Nuts

The Bronze Blades encountered the party during Session 42 - Bagpipes, Blood, and the Bronze Blades, where they demonstrated their combat prowess and tactical coordination against Cult forces.

Appearances