Over 500 years ago, clans of dwarfs and gnomes signed the Phandelver's Pact, by which they would share the Wave Echo Cave, a place of great mineral wealth and magical powers. Human spellcasters, with the help of dwarfs and gnomes, created the Forge of Spells within the cave, where magical items can be crafted. All was grand, especially for the nearby human town of Phandalin, until a powerful band of Orcs attacked. During the ensuing battle, the entrance to the Wave Echo Cave was lost. Rumors of buried riches have brought treasure hunters to the area around Phandalin for centuries after the battle, but to no avail. The town has since been reshaped into a rough frontier town. However, a trio of dwarves, known as the Rockseeker brothers, have discovered the entrance to the Wave Echo Cave. But they are not the only ones that seek the treasure. You start in the tavern (where else) in Neverwinter on your way to Phandalin. You are approached by your friend and patron, Gundren Rockseeker, who hires you to escort a wagon to Phandalin, as there are rumors of Goblins in the area.