A sourcebook unearthing the ruins and secrets of the fallen empires of the Forgotten Realms campaign setting. For the first time, the secrets of past empires of the Forgotten Realms world are chronicled in one comprehensive sourcebook. For players, this book contains new options for characters wishing to delve into ancient ruins, including new feats, prestige classes, magic, and equipment. For Dungeon Masters, this book contains new material associated with ruins, including rules for how to build and sustain a ruin-based campaign, more than a dozen detailed adventure sites with maps, and new monsters and artifacts. AUTHOR BIO: Edward Bonny is a freelance designer who has written numerous articles for Dragon® Magazine. His previous design credits include Monster Manual™ II. AUTHOR BIO: Travis Stout is a freelance designer who has written several articles for Dragon Magazine and whose previous design credits include Player’s Guide to Faerûn™.