Mages of Saruun

The Mages of Saruun are a merchant wizards' guild that is shrouded in mystery - even its most high-ranking members are unknown. Their highly profitable operations consist mostly of trading with the Underdark and are considered illegal.

History
Year ago three wizards discovered several magic amulets which allowed them to control the minotaur constructs known as the bronze warders. The wizards used the bronze warders to establishing a stronghold, the Seven-Pillared Hall, and found the order of the Mages of Saruun.

The Mages of Saruun sent out an expedition to discover more about the activities of an elven wizard called Lazarus who had established a lair beneath the village of Sedossa. They were so impressed with his abilities that they chose to become his students and abandon their status as part of the Mages of Saruun.

Notable members

 * The Founders: The three wizards that founded the guild and the Seven-Pillared Hall: Hasifir, Niame, and Samazar. As of 1487 DR, their whereabouts were unknown.
 * Barrocus, Redina, Tristaine, and Marwyn - an expedition sent to investigate the activities of Lazarus at some point circa 1380 DR, but were so impressed by his power and intellect ended up abandoning their membership of the Mages of Saruun to become his students.
 * Imra Balfiel: A member of the Council of Cerberus.