House of Knowledge
The House of Knowledge is both a library and the primary
temple to Oghma in the city of Neverwinter. Architecturally,
it is regarded as one of the most impressive and beautiful
structures in the city – featuring abundant windows and an
impressive arched roof. Its vast libraries contain many
centuries worth of precious records and materials, including modern government documentation as the city lacks a formal seat of government at present.
History
Like so much of Neverwinter, the House of Knowledge
suffered near total destruction with the eruption of Mount
Hotenow in 1451 DR. A dedicated young Loremaster,
Atlavast, saved much of the library’s precious contents by
sealing away the temple’s inner sanctum and trapping
himself inside. Alone and in solitude, Atlavast managed to
survive the cataclysm and save multitudes of rare tomes,
documents, and artifacts. However, he soon grew reclusive
and a little mad from the isolation. He spent his time
repeatedly cataloging and reorganizing the library. He grew
extremely protective of the content. During this time, the
outer sections of the House of Knowledge were taken over
by various squatters, including the devil-worshipping
Ashmadai cultists.
Since the chasm’s sealing, the faithful of Oghma have
returned to the temple and work to restore it as a center of
knowledge and learning. The stern Grand Scribe Spivey
Liethennson now oversees the House’s reconstruction with
an Iron Fist and short temper. The House of Knowledge’s
exterior has already been largely restored, though much
restoration work remains underway on the interior. Still, the house has once again become a functional location for those seeking local lore and records.
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