Lore Untangled

Lore Untangled is a story-first podcast that explores the official lore of Dungeons & Dragons in true chronological order. From the birth of gods and the forging of worlds to the rise and fall of empires, each episode unravels the mythos behind the multiverse without dice and players, but full of lore.

Hosted by the Voice of the Realms, Melt, Lore Untangled is your journey through the histories, cosmic conflicts, and legendary moments that shape D&D as we know it.

Whether you're a seasoned Dungeon Master or a curious new adventurer, this is where the story begins.

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Lore Untangled - Episode 4 - Shar, Selûne and Mystra

July 23, 2025 • Melt • Season 1 • Episode 4

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Before time, before the planes, before even magic itself… there were two.
In this episode, we unravel the ancient and cosmic rivalry between Shar, goddess of darkness and loss, and Selûne, goddess of moonlight and change. From their creation by Ao to the birth of Mystryl, the Weave, and the rise of Mystra, their divine conflict has shaped the fate of Faerûn.

Discover how this war of light and shadow gave birth to magic, what the Shadow Weave truly is, and how you can bring these mythic forces into your D&D campaign.

Official Dungeons & Dragons Sourcebooks:

Faiths & Pantheons (3rd Edition)
Deep lore on Shar, Selûne, Mystryl, and the divine origins of magic.
Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting (3e and 4e)
Worldbuilding, cosmology, and divine power structures.
Lords of Darkness (3e)
Shadow Weave mechanics, Shar's cults, and dark magic.
Magic of Faerûn (3e)
Explains the Weave, Shadow Weave feats, and spellcasting theory.
The Elminster Series by Ed Greenwood
(Especially Elminster in Hell and Elminster’s Daughter) — for Mystra’s lore in narrative form.
The Lady Penitent Trilogy by Lisa Smedman
Includes stories about Shar’s rising power and the fallout of the Spellplague.
The Sundering Novels (5e Transition Era)
Key events around the Second Sundering and Mystra’s rebirth.