The Blacktalons, also referred to as the (black) Talons, are a mercenary band exclusive to humans and lead by Taurgosz Khosann. Their base of operations is the Bandit Camp that's hidden within the Wood of Sharp Teeth.
The group was hired by Sarevok Anchev to help him stage an Iron Crisis in the lands around Baldur's Gate. While the Iron Throne was busy contaminating the ore mined in the Nashkel Mines, the Blacktalons and another mercenary organization, the Chill, were expected to attack and raid caravans transporting iron and weapons on the road between Baldur's Gate and Nashkel, and protect the secret ore mine of the Iron Throne hidden deep within the Cloakwood Forest. As part of Sarevok's plan, the Cloakwood Mine was the only one to produce uncontaminated ore.
The Diary of Sarevok reveals that he held some respect for Taurgosz.
Speaking with the bandits in the camp revels that they came from the city of Iriaebor which is the headquarters of the Blacktalons.
| “ | Shut yer mouth, fool! Tazok works for the Zhentarim, and they spreadin' everywhere! Why you think they bring us from Iriaebor? Pushin' into the Sword Coast an' the locals ain't pleased. | ” |
— Bandit | ||
External links[]
- Blacktalons on the Forgotten Realms Wiki, a wiki for the Dungeons & Dragons campaign setting Forgotten Realms.
- Iriaebor on the Forgotten Realms Wiki, a wiki for the Dungeons & Dragons campaign setting Forgotten Realms.