The Merry Swan
Location
The Merry Swan is one of the many taverns of Middle-earth, found in the White City of Minas Tirith. There are multiple times that The Merry Swan is visited throughout the timeline, listed below.
The Merry Swan (Old Anórien)
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| Region: | Old Anórien | 
| Area: | Minas Tirith | 
| Location: | [67.0S, 19.8W] | 

Description

The Merry Swan is one of the Taverns of Minas Tirith, in Old Anórien. [67.2S, 20.1W] This inn can be found in the Third or Craftsmen's Tier near the southern end. Also known as Alph a 'Elir, it is said to have the finest wine cellar in Minas Tirith.
The most notable feature of this inn is the large circular counter in the middle of the space, with a raised stage beyond it. There are almost always musicians performing on the stage. The Merry Swan also has a well-equipped kitchen, capable of easily providing food for dozens of Patrons.
NPCs
| NPC | Function | 
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|  Imadan | Tavern Keep | 
|  Forlong | Quest | 
|  Hirluin | Quest | 
|  Neldir | Quest | 
Quests
Starting
- [100] In Days of Youth
- [100] Umbar and Osgiliath
- [100] Near and Dear
Involving
- [100] A Letter Belated
- [...] Year 10 Travels: Tavern Crawl: Gondor - Anniversary
Deed Involvement
The Merry Swan (Midsummer)
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| Region: | Anórien (After Battle) | 
| Area: | Minas Tirith (Midsummer) | 
| Location: | [21.0N, 56.6W] | 

Description
For the Midsummer wedding festivities, the Merry Swan has been decorated with garlands of flowers and banners of purple and white. A large number of citizens and soldiers have gathered to feast, dance, and generally make merry. [21.3N, 54.9W]
Note that some quests and NPCs will be available only when the Midsummer Festival is active, even though Midsummer Minas Tirith is accessible year-round.
| NPC | Function | 
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|  Nathdil | Quest | 
Quest Involvement
- [...] Arranging Arrangements Midsummer only
- [...] Emerald Firefly Lanterns Midsummer only
- [...] What Ales You Midsummer only
Deed Involvement
| Landmarks and Interiors of Minas Tirith (Midsummer) 
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| Landmarks: | Workers' Tier (1st): City Stables Soldiers' Tier (2nd): The Mûmak and Keep • The Splintered Shield | |