Zhentarim

The Zhentarim (also known as the Black Network) is a mercenary company and mercantile organisation located in Faerûn. Until the mid 15th century, the Zhentarim acted more as a criminal network, employing spies and assassins to do their bidding, and worshipping the gods Cyric and Bane. The organisation now has a reputation as one of the most reliable mercenary companies in the entire world.

Founding Date

1261 DR

Type

Military, Mercenary Group

Alternative Names

Black Network

Controlled Territories

• Bargewright Inn

Related Plots

• Dragon Heist
• Storm King's Thunder
• Tyranny of Dragons

Related Historical Events

• 1261 DR
  Founding of the Zhentarim

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Emerald Enclave

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Zhentarim

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Order of the Gauntlet

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Zhentarim

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Enemies

Lords' Alliance

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Zhentarim

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Enemies

Harpers

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Zhentarim

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Enemies

Zhentarim

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Shadow Thieves

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Enemies

Zhentarim

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Xanathar Guild

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