Who created the Forgotten Realms campaign setting?
Ed Greenwood created the Forgotten Realms campaign setting. He began writing stories about it as a child at the age of eight and later brought his fantasy world into Dungeons & Dragons in 1978.
Questions about Forgotten Realms
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When was the first Forgotten Realms novel published?
The first book set in the Forgotten Realms, Darkwalker on Moonshae, was published in 1987. It is the first volume of The Moonshae Trilogy by Douglas Niles.
What major event changed the timeline to 1358 DR?
The Time of Troubles advanced the calendar one year forward to 1358 DR. This event involved gods being cast down and started with Hall of Heroes in 1989 before continuing through an Avatar series.
Which video game won Game of the Year awards in 2023 for the Forgotten Realms?
Baldur's Gate 3 released in 2023 became the first game to win Game of the Year or equivalent categories at all five major ceremonies including the Golden Joystick Awards and The Game Awards.
Where does the stage production Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern open in May 2024?
Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern officially opened off-Broadway on the 5th of May 2024 at Stage 42 in New York City. It closed on the 11th of May 2025 after running there.