Taverns
Locale
The Explaining Chalice
The walls of this tavern are rounded.
Menu
- Challah. A classic bread. Makes great French Toast.
- Bear Meat Sausage. The bear meat is very hard to work with.
- Roasted Gator. What else are people in a swamp going to eat?
Characters
- Summer Spring. Dwarf Cantor ♀
- Bernie Mossrock. Gnome Archaeologist ⚥
- Pallav Dunstan. Human Toll Keeper ♂
Rumours
- The blacksmith here is thought to be an Oni.
- The king was assassinated by lizard folk.
- Some of the beggars in town are only pretending to be poor.
The Bulbous Fueller Taphouse
Ivy covers the front of the building.
Menu
- Tortellini. A pasta dish with tomato sauce.
- Cockatrice Soup. Tastes like evil chicken.
- Split Pea Soup. It only looks like vomit!
Characters
- Kalth Ghani. Half-Elf Sergeant At Arms ♂
- Teresa Huon. Half-Elf Auditor ♀
- Lacey Terryn. Half-Elf Chiropractor ♀
Rumours
- A mind flayer is in town, and is controlling some people's minds.
- Bandits are waiting to pounce on unsuspecting travellers outside of town.
- The other day a hunter tried to bring down a deer, but the arrows passed right through the animal.
The Calling Yak
The sign above the door shows a sad looking man in a cage.
Menu
- Buttermilk Biscuit. A biscuit served with jam.
- Cream of Glowing Mushroom Soup. You know how mushrooms glow in dungeons? It's that, but you can eat it.
- Red Wine. The wine is perfectly aged.
Characters
- Helena AnaanShan. Elf Monk ♀
- Bundringo Zantus. Human Clockkeeper ⚥
- Gia Haggard. Human Craftsperson ♀
Rumours
- A great vampire lord is attempting to merge his world with ours.
- A farmer's wife is pregnant with an orc's child.
- Tiny men and women have been seen among the rafters of the tavern.
The Bodyguard And Pantler
A heavenly aroma emanates from the kitchen.
Menu
- Dragon's Egg Omelette. The claim that this is made from real dragon eggs is highly suspect.
- Dill Yogurt Dip. Served with raw veggies for dipping.
- Giant Spider Legs. Giants eat them, why not us? Cooked over flame.
Characters
- River Cragfur. Half-Orc Skomorokh ⚥
- Olivia Lucas. Gnome Pupil ♀
- Sawyer Wretch. Tiefling Veteran ⚥
Rumours
- The armorer for the king has been turned into a horse by dark magic.
- An iron golem protects the town from enemies, though no one has ever seen him.
- You may summon any elemental at Arena of the Potboy.
The Rank Beguine
The bartender claims this tavern used to be carried upon a giants back.
Menu
- Puff Pastry. Good for breakfast or desert!
- Owlbear Ribs. These are some big ribs.
- Navy Bean and Ham Soup. Classic soup, easy to make.
Characters
- Pallav Loch. Halfling Crofter ♂
- Max Cunningham. Gnome Juggler ⚥
- Rory Greene. Gnome Thatcher ♂
Rumours
- The old woman who lives in the cabin just outside of town is a witch.
- Giants have been spotted prowling along the countryside.
- The mayor is considering banning carriages from town. The streets are too narrow.
The Tinted Butcher Inn
Meals here are served on cheap flatware.
Menu
- Chaotic Evil Dip. It's hot. Served with chunks of bread.
- Creamy Chicken Soup. Soup made with a cream base.
- Ale. A tavern staple.
Characters
- Calla Wright. Half-Orc Acolyte ♀
- Eden Roderick. Dwarf Cleric ⚥
- Nico Sybil. Half-Elf Gymnast ♂
Rumours
- The brother down the road is said to have tieflings working there.
- There is an ooze living in the local church.
- One woman in town claims she is having a love affair with a minotaur.
The Lumpy Prince Taphouse
Half the floor has caved in long ago. Don't worry, it's roped off.
Menu
- Bourbon Chicken. Chicken covered in a delicious glaze.
- Elk Meat Sausage. A bit gamey.
- Halfling Pretzels. Pretzels, but tiny.
Characters
- Petter Norton. Half-Elf Loan Shark ♂
- Stella Elonil. Gnome Sage ♀
- Dael Sams. Halfling Barmaid ♀
Rumours
- A brother and sister are said to be able to speak to one another in their heads.
- The water in the nearby lake can heal you.
- The woman who works at the inn is a medusa. That's why she always wears a hat.
The Woodcutter And Jeweler
An unusual aroma emanates from the kitchen.
Menu
- Pork chop. Babe? Babe!
- Burst Onion with Fire Mage Sauce. Deep fried onion. The sauce is SPICY
- Rose Apple Pie. Very mild apple pie.
Characters
- Kerry Jones. Human Cheesemaker ♀
- Avery Portman. Tiefling Scullion ⚥
- Devlan Roderick. Half-Orc Gladiator ♂
Rumours
- The tavern sank into the ground a week ago.
- Giants have been spotted prowling along the countryside.
- Tiny men and women have been seen among the rafters of the tavern.
The Hunter And Quarterstaff
The bartender is a clockwork construct.
Menu
- Gingerbread Cookie. A delicious treat.
- Honey Glazed Ribs. Ribs in a honey glaze.
- Root Beer. It's not quite alcoholic, but it is freaking delicious.
Characters
- Weston Shalamayne. Human Page ♂
- Cloee Timber. Gnome Pawn Shop Owner ♀
- Tamsin Laroque. Gnome Minstrel ♀
Rumours
- The new tavern has a beholder brewing ale in the basement.
- The water in the nearby lake can poison you.
- Supposedly there's a treasure map hidden underneath the tavern.
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