Cyric, also known as the Prince of Lies, is the chaotic evil deity of murder, death and tyranny.
He is one of the youngest deities in the realms, and only came into power roughly a decade ago during the Time of Troubles. On Boareskyr Bridge he slew Bhaal with the help of Mask, in the form of the sword Godsbane, and stole his portfolio. He also acquired the portfolios of Myrkul and Bane after their demise.
In-Game[]
Siege of Dragonspear[]
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Vision of Cyric murdering Bhaal on Boareskyr Bridge
At the end of Chapter Nine, the protagonist has a vision of Cyric murdering Bhaal with Godsbane, when they cross Boareskyr Bridge.
Throne of Bhaal[]
He makes an appearance in Chapter 9 of ToB, during the fourth test of the Pocket Plane, in which he questions the protagonist about the potential threat they pose to him as the current god of murder. He then summons a few of his faithful to "test" them before disappearing.
Related Quests[]
Related Items[]
Notable Worshippers[]
- Tiax
- Mulahey
- Bassilus
- Lamalha
- Ziatar
- High Priestess Akanna
- Morentherene
- The mad priest of Cyric in the Docks District of Athkatla
Temples[]
Unlike most other temples in the games, the temple of Cyric does not offer any services.
- In a cave in the north-eastern section of the Forest of Wyrms
Trivia[]
- As of 2nd edition AD&D rules, Cyric should be Neutral Evil. In-game however he is chaotic evil, like in 3rd edition and later.
- Cyric was voiced by Mark Meer in Baldur's Gate II: Throne of Bhaal, though he was not credited.
External links[]
- Cyric on the Forgotten Realms Wiki, a wiki for the Dungeons & Dragons campaign setting Forgotten Realms.