Taverns
Locale
The Potable Goldbeater Taphouse
No humans are allowed in this tavern.
Menu
- Cheese Pizza. Sauce and cheese melted on dough.
- Mashed Cauliflower. I mean, I don't know who would order this. An elf probably.
- Ploughman's Lunch. Hard boiled egg, shaved meat, cheese, bread, and preserves.
Characters
- Bundringo Connington. Halfling Quartermaster ⚥
- Alyx Adir. Tiefling Toll Keeper ♀
- Maz Bowes. Gnome Entertainer ⚥
Rumours
- The other day a hunter tried to bring down a deer, but the arrows passed right through the animal.
- A nearby farm has a miniature horse.
- A band of goblins are sacking nearby villages.
The Pickerel And Cobbler
The walls of this tavern randomly change colors every few minutes.
Menu
- Chef Salad. Lettuce, some meat, some... what is that thing? It's good, whatever it is!
- Mal's Plate. a veggie offering.
- Bourbon Chicken. Chicken covered in a delicious glaze.
Characters
- Jacques Hamilton. Elf Lecturer ♂
- Aptal Mowbry. Halfling Druid ♂
- Raadi Autumn. Human Abbot ♂
Rumours
- There is an ooze living in the local church.
- Bandits are waiting to pounce on unsuspecting travellers outside of town.
- All of the cats in town have vanished overnight.
The Mangled Or
The tender here has two heads.
Menu
- Buttermilk Biscuit. A biscuit served with jam.
- Poisoned Apple. It's not real poison! Meade injected into an apple.
- Ploughman's Lunch. Hard boiled egg, shaved meat, cheese, bread, and preserves.
Characters
- Isabella Norman. Tiefling Cult Leader ♀
- Isabella Colman. Half-Orc Model ♀
- Marilyn Sorra. Dwarf Gentleman ♀
Rumours
- A large egg is near Ice Crystals of the Topaz.
- The howls at night aren't wolves, they're hell hounds.
- One of the local inns is said to also be a brothel.
Libby Lucas's Taphouse
Someone started painting the deck out front but the job is only half complete.
Menu
- Honey Glazed Ribs. Ribs in a honey glaze.
- Marriage Soup. Greens and meat married in a soup.
- Meat Pie. Shredded beef in a pie crust.
Characters
- Frances Hawkwing. Dwarf Bard ♀
- Rodney Broadbent. Halfling Witchdoctor ♂
- Jenny Terryn. Human Rogue ♀
Rumours
- One dog in town is actually a polymorphed elf.
- The baker lost his leg years ago when he was an adventurer.
- Last week it rained frogs.
The Warming Bushell
The only chairs here are big cushions on the ground.
Menu
- Fried Apples. Absolutely the best way to eat apples.
- Shredded Beef. Served on tortillas.
- Tortellini. A pasta dish with tomato sauce.
Characters
- Brianna Schmidt. Dwarf Almoner ♀
- Logan Winterheart. Tiefling Charcoal Burner ♂
- Sylvia Wood. Half-Orc Busker ♀
Rumours
- It's almost time to pay taxes.
- Last week someone caught a fish with a human face in the pond.
- There was a bar fight in the tavern last night.
The Lying Rapier
The bartender has wings.
Menu
- Baked Shrimp Toast. It's toast, with shrimp on it, and then it's baked. Try to keep up.
- Clam Chowder. Fishy and delishy.
- Ploughman's Lunch. Hard boiled egg, shaved meat, cheese, bread, and preserves.
Characters
- Makayla Snapmaw. Half-Orc Cleric ♀
- Shirley Roderick. Half-Orc Sailor ♀
- Friedrich Wilbur. Tiefling Bard ♂
Rumours
- An alleycat was seen playing the lute.
- The magistrate is going to arrest beggars.
- There's silver in a nearby mountain.
Zoe Meadowbrook's Taphouse
Pixies flit about, above the patrons heads.
Menu
- Fried Chicken. Chicken that's been fried in oil.
- Honey Glazed Ham. A thick slice of ham covered in a honey glaze.
- Root Beer. It's not quite alcoholic, but it is freaking delicious.
Characters
- Natalia Ferrier. Half-Orc Crime Boss ♀
- Omar Barrow. Human Senator ♂
- Zyra White. Elf Necromancer ♀
Rumours
- The magistrate is having an affair with a harpy.
- Any goods you buy at the general store will vanish within a week.
- There's going to be a jousting tourney soon.
The Misunderstanding Crenel
The workers here wear red robes.
Menu
- Broiled Catfish. Caught fresh from the nearby river.
- Manticore Loaf. Mystery meat surprise.
- Fried Cockatrice. Delicious and bad for you.
Characters
- Mack Duffield. Elf Warlock ♂
- Eden Dustpelt. Half-Orc Bishop ♀
- Olivier Watson. Elf Tutor ⚥
Rumours
- Lord Grandborne is coming to town.
- The town master's nose was split open in a fight.
- There's silver in a nearby mountain.
The Anvil And Carter
A heavenly aroma emanates from the kitchen.
Menu
- Spiced Cider. Alcoholic and non alcoholic versions available.
- Skillet Fried Potatoes. Thinly cut and fried with chopped onions.
- Butter Pease. Buttery and good for you, other than the butter.
Characters
- Brogan Donovan. Tiefling Rogue ♂
- Haryk Rook. Half-Elf Ranger ♂
- Storm Dresdain. Elf Governess ♀
Rumours
- The town elder is thought to be a dragon in disguise.
- A halfling named Cade was found dead last night.
- A murderer has escaped from the town jail.
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