Editing Zhentarim

[[File:Zhentarim.webp|230px|right|alt=The Symbol of the Zhentarim, a white dragon in flight silhouetted against a large gold orb. It gapes over a smaller orb.]]
The '''Zhentarim''', also known as the ''Black Network'', are a merchant network and mercenary group. They are led by {{FRWiki|Pereghost}} of {{FRWiki|Darkhold}}.

{{Q|If you've got coin to spend and problems to solve, the Zhent will relieve you of both.|[[Zarys]]}}

== Background ==

The '''Zhentarim''' are an unscrupulous mercenary group that cultivates its power through smuggling and backroom deals. They were once part of the cult of [[Bane]]. Their leadership was thought destroyed along with their headquarters at {{FRWiki|Zhentil Keep}} in 1383 DR, until the rise of {{FRWiki|Pereghost}} led to their resurgence.<ref>''[[The Leadership of the Zhentarim]]'' — Iosefa Elgin</ref>

{{Q|Steel ends enemies, but gold makes friends.|Proverb by Manshoon, founder of the Zhentarim}}

== Act One ==
[[Roah Moonglow]] can be encountered in the [[Shattered Sanctum]] within the [[Goblin Camp]]. Speaking with her will provide some background information on the shady dealings of the Zhentarim and allow the party to trade with her.

Along the [[Risen Road]], the player can discover a Zhentarim caravan attacked by [[Gnoll|Gnolls]] and begin the quest to [[Find the Missing Shipment]]. This will lead to a cave where [[Rugan]] and [[Olly]] are attempting to defend themselves from [[Flind]] and her pack of Gnolls. 

The Zhentarim can also be found in the [[Zhentarim Basement|Zhentarim hideout]] below [[Waukeen's Rest]]. The entrance is guarded by [[Salazon]], who threatens to blow up the player with a large number of [[Firewine Barrel|Firewine barrels]] if they don't know the password or pass an ability check. This group of Zhentarim is led by [[Zarys]], and bringing her the unopened {{RarityItem|Caravan Strongbox}} will gain her favor and allow the player to trade with [[Brem]] for unique equipment. The party can also bargain with Brem in order to free [[Oskar Fevras]] as part of the quest to [[Free the Artist]].

== Act Two ==
If [[Roah Moonglow]] and her bodyguards were not killed in Act 1, they can be found in [[Moonrise Towers]], where Roah will have access to new items for sale. Even if the player attacked the [[Goblin Camp]] in Act 1, Roah will pretend she's never seen them before. When pressed, she will reveal that she'd rather trade with the party than get on their bad side by revealing this information to the [[Cult of the Absolute]].

The {{RarityItem|Zhentarim Shipping Crate}} can be found on the docks next to Moonrise Towers, revealing just how much the Zhentarim are doing to assist the the Absolutists.

== Act Three ==
Several Zhentarim, such as [[Phase]], can be found inside the [[Guildhall]] in the [[Lower City Sewers]]. They have an uneasy alliance with [[Nine-Fingers Keene]] in the face of the threat posed by [[Minsc|The Stone Lord]]. 

During the quest to [[Return Rakath's Gold]], the party will stumble upon a tadpoled and brainwashed [[Minsc]] helping [['Jaheira']] bribe the Zhentarim to betray [[The Guild]]. If Roah Moonglow is still alive at this point then she will represent the Zhentarim, and if not then [[Boss Friol]] will take her place. Once combat begins, either Roah or Friol will attempt to escape with the gold and head to the Guildhall. 

Returning to the Guidhall will reveal that the Zhentarim have turned on the Guild and are preparing for battle. If the player did not stop Roah or Friol from fleeing, they will attempt to convince the party to ally with them against the Guild. Helping them overthrow the Guild will make them allies for the [[Gather Your Allies]] quest.

== Related Quests ==
* [[Find the Missing Shipment]]
* [[Free the Artist]]
* [[Aid the Underduke]]
* [[Return Rakath's Gold]]
* [[Gather Your Allies]]

== Members ==

=== Act 1 ===
* [[Roah Moonglow]]
* [[Erna]]
* [[Yerle]]
* [[Rugan]]
* [[Olly]]
* [[Salazon]]
* [[Zarys]]
* [[Brem]]
* [[Bellar]]
* [[Gerias]]
* [[Karad]]
* [[Jarg]]
* [[Vol]]

Wolves:
* [[Indra]]
* [[Isbeth]]
* [[Istor]]

=== Act 2 ===
* [[Roah Moonglow]] (if still alive)
* [[Erna]] (if still alive)
* [[Yerle]] (if still alive)

=== Act 3 ===
* [[Roah Moonglow]] (if still alive)
* [[Boss Friol]]
* [[Phase]]
* [[Carlorina the Wolf]]
* [[Fishbait Arno]]
* [[Follgast]]
* [[Lacy Dancer]]
* [[Slick Inatra]]
* [[Smilin' Ginna]]


== Related Items ==
* {{RarityItem|Caravan Strongbox}}
* {{RarityItem|Iron Flask}}
* {{RarityItem|Zhentarim Shipping Crate}}

=== Related Books ===
* {{RarityItem|On the Origins of the Zhentarim}}
* {{RarityItem|The Leadership of the Zhentarim}}
* {{RarityItem|Zhentarim Note}}

=== External Links ===
* {{FRWiki|Zhentarim|long}}

=== References ===
[[Category:Zhentarim]]
[[Category:Factions]]