Reghedmen

The Reghedmen are a human ethnic group in the Forgotten Realms setting, traditionally inhabiting the Reghed Glacier region north of Icewind Dale. They are described as hardy, semi-nomadic people whose movements and livelihoods are shaped by the harsh northern climate. In most sources, Reghedmen are organized into tribes or clans that travel and winter in seasonal camps, relying on hunting, herding, and selective raiding as part of their economy.

Society and culture: Reghedmen societies are clan-based, with leadership typically held by a chieftain or council of elders recognized for prowess and experience. Social bonds emphasize kinship, hospitality, and mutual aid within the clan. Their material culture centers on fur clothing, bone and leather artistry, and practical weapons suited to arctic environments, such as bows, spears, and axes. Reghedmen are often described as valuing endurance, courage, and resourcefulness, virtues that sustain them through long winters and seasonal migrations.

Language and religion: They speak the Reghed language, a northern human tongue. Religious beliefs commonly emphasize nature spirits and ancestral reverence, with totems associated with animals that reflect clan identity. Rituals and songs mark seasonal cycles, migrations, and rites of passage.

Relations with others: Reghedmen maintain contact with the Ten Towns and other northern communities, engaging in trade, alliances, and occasional conflict. They can be wary of outsiders but may cooperate with neighboring groups against shared threats, such as large predators or hostile forces from beyond the Reghed region.

History in brief: The Reghedmen are among the long-standing inhabitants of the Reghed region, with traditions recorded in FR lore and Adventure modules set in Icewind Dale. Notable episodes focus on migrations, tribal leaders, and interactions with other northern peoples.