Taverns
Locale
Laurie Stone's Tavern
Meals here are served on cheap flatware.
Menu
- Tentacle Stew. It's delicious if you close your eyes.
- Beef Cheeks in Red Wine. We're not telling you which cheeks.
- Flame Roasted Pepper. A red pepper roasted over, duh, flame.
Characters
- Anya Greenflower. Half-Elf Necromancer ♀
- Kasim Wazels. Gnome Gardener ♂
- Parker Hamilton. Elf Sergeant ⚥
Rumours
- There is war brewing to the east.
- The townskeeper is considering hiring adventurers for protection.
- The magistrate is going to arrest beggars.
The Remorseless Doctor Tavern
The beds are nearly empty and sag close to the ground.
Menu
- Cheese Omelette. The cheese is perfectly gooey.
- Pecan Pie. Like grandma used to make.
- Roasted Duck. A cute little duck. Roasted.
Characters
- Durante Poots. Half-Elf Witchdoctor ♂
- Finley Willow. Halfling Captain Of The Guard ⚥
- Mona Shadowstripe. Half-Orc Architect ♀
Rumours
- There was a bar fight in the tavern last night.
- The butcher uses humanoid meat.
- The mayor is considering banning carriages from town. The streets are too narrow.
The King And Peg Legorc
The sign above the door is clearly broken.
Menu
- Ham and Sausage Stuffing. A big serving of baked ham on top of a moun of sausage stuffing.
- Sharp Cheese. Perfect pairing with the wine.
- Beef Cheeks in Red Wine. We're not telling you which cheeks.
Characters
- Edgar Abasi. Gnome Pastry Chef ♂
- Richard Huon. Halfling Magician ♂
- Cloee Poots. Half-Elf Knight ♀
Rumours
- Humans and elves are on the brink of a war.
- The baker is rumored to be cutting his flour with a powdered cleaning solution to save money.
- There's a magical ring laying at the bottom of the lake.
The Pedaling Bear
The sign above the door has a painted black skull upon it.
Menu
- Dragon's Breath Rice. Spicy rice dish.
- Spiced Tomato Soup. Tomato soup with a spicy kick.
- Spiced Chicken Thigh. Well seasoned, and served with coleslaw.
Characters
- Pete Alhara. Tiefling Brasier ♂
- Graak Harber. Halfling Bear Leader ♂
- Doran Scott. Tiefling Astrologer ⚥
Rumours
- It's said that the magistrate's wife is actually well over 200 years old.
- Trolls inhabit the nearby mountain range.
- The baker lost his leg years ago when he was an adventurer.
The Colporteur And Stone
The tavern has a secret dungeon in the basement.
Menu
- Spiced Cider. Alcoholic and non alcoholic versions available.
- Mushroom Meat Skewer. Savoury steak and mushrooms, stabbed by a stick.
- Butter Pease. Buttery and good for you, other than the butter.
Characters
- Ven Rana. Half-Elf Maid ♂
- Jasmine Pierce. Halfling Armorer ♀
- Franklin Miller. Gnome Student ♂
Rumours
- Someone in town is a killer hiding from authorities.
- There is an ooze living in the local church.
- Werewolves have been seen nearby.
Rose Carnage's Taphouse
Only women work at this tavern.
Menu
- Veal. This dish makes us sad.
- Dill Yogurt Dip. Served with raw veggies for dipping.
- Honey Glazed Ribs. Ribs in a honey glaze.
Characters
- Cynthia Abasi. Human Chef ♀
- Emil Freeman. Half-Orc Monk ♂
- Blake Hasan. Dwarf Mage ⚥
Rumours
- The armorer for the king has been turned into a horse by dark magic.
- The King is looking to give aid to the poorest in the kingdom.
- A band of goblins are sacking nearby villages.
The Chrysolite And Tower
The bartender here is a ghost.
Menu
- Meat Pie. Shredded beef in a pie crust.
- Chef Salad. Lettuce, some meat, some... what is that thing? It's good, whatever it is!
- Dragon Tail. A skewer of chicken and green vegetables covered in a spicy sauce.
Characters
- Asa Moran. Half-Orc Bodyguard ♂
- Mikael Massa. Halfling Missionary ♂
- Shangela Belet. Human Druid ♀
Rumours
- The old blind beggar is pretending. He can see just find.
- An army from a far away land is marching. They're expected to reach the town within a fortnight.
- Harbour of the Keeper is a great place to find a wife or husband.
The Bowyer And Joiner
Drinks here are served in fine crafted mugs.
Menu
- Corned Beef and Cabbage. A traditional plate of a traditional dish.
- Maple Brown Sugar Pecans. Snack while you drink.
- Egg Drop Soup. Go to a place where the cook doesn't just drop an egg in soup.
Characters
- Keeley Alma. Elf Carpenter ♀
- Doran Moonvalley. Elf Scop ⚥
- Nigel Poots. Halfling Animal Tamer ♂
Rumours
- A manticore is hunting a group of adventurers who killed her mate.
- A giant bird has been spotted near Karakta's Pit.
- Giants have been spotted prowling along the countryside.
The Tome And Magnet
The workers here wear red robes.
Menu
- Lizard Gruel. Yup. Just what it sounds like.
- Potato Salad. Made with mayo.
- Halfling Hash. Hashed spuds with extra butter. Served in a bowl the perfect size for any Halfling.
Characters
- Dinan Roderick. Dwarf Cleric ♂
- Emily Scott. Tiefling Houndmaster ♀
- Peter Kaye. Human Actor ♂
Rumours
- The town keeper has been stealing money from the town's coffers.
- Any goods you buy at the general store will vanish within a week.
- A princess is hiding out in town because she refuses to marry someone.
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