Taverns
The Skiing Demesne
The tavern has a secret dungeon in the basement.
Menu
- Roasted Lizard. A little lizard roasted on a spit.
- Challah. A classic bread. Makes great French Toast.
- Egg on Toast. Can't beat this simple breakfast!
Characters
- Jedrek Massa. Elf Vintner ♂
- Indra Diamondtree. Elf Houndmaster ♀
- Lena Payne. Half-Elf Congresswoman ♀
Rumours
- Some people in town think the butcher uses human meat.
- The local general goods shop was burned down. Something it was arson.
- The constable's wife is a hag in disguise.
Michelle Duraz's Inn
Help is wanted here. They need a new cook.
Menu
- Roasted Stag. Big ol deer guy. Roasted.
- Sausage and Mustard. Served on a split roll.
- Cheese Pizza. Sauce and cheese melted on dough.
Characters
- Larson Crump. Human Acolyte ♂
- Ahsoka Alard. Gnome Tutor ♀
- Laurie Pierce. Gnome Pirate ♀
Rumours
- Last month it rained fish.
- The local magistrate is about to raise taxes.
- There's a mirror in one room at the inn which is actually a doorway to another world.
The Nervous Chrysolite Taphouse
A crystal ball sits on the bar, it looks as though it's filled with smoke.
Menu
- Lasagna. Classic pasta dish.
- Elk Meat Sausage. A bit gamey.
- Creamy Mushroom Stew. A thick stew made with a secret spice.
Characters
- Matthew Mervor. Gnome Hermit ♂
- Kathryn Pierce. Elf Artist ♀
- Edmond Gale. Tiefling Gardener ♂
Rumours
- A travelling zoo is coming to town.
- A ship was set on fire by the river.
- The mayor is said to be a skin changer.
The Leaving Tutor
A dog serves food at this tavern, by way of a tray strapped to its back.
Menu
- Magic Soup. This dish is magical! No really, it's magic. Something magical will happen to you if you eat it.
- Navy Bean and Ham Soup. Classic soup, easy to make.
- Chicken Cutlets. Thin strips of chicken fried.
Characters
- Liliana Echols. Halfling Bowyer ♀
- Lysander Spall. Tiefling Admiral ♂
- Omar Lord. Elf Seer ♂
Rumours
- The innkeeper lost the keys to each and every room.
- Graverobbers have been stealing expensive jewelry buried with the dead.
- A lord's son has run away to join a group of adventurers.
Joey Graves's Inn
The walls of this tavern randomly change colors every few minutes.
Menu
- Pickled Beans. Great crunch and acidity.
- Ale. A tavern staple.
- Rock Stew. It's not actually rocks ...
Characters
- Ivor Silvervalley. Half-Elf Vintner ♂
- Kalak Crewe. Dwarf First Mate ♂
- Talwyn Beech. Gnome Barber ♀
Rumours
- Pixies live in the woods here. It's said they'll grant a wish to anyone who finds them.
- A princess is hiding out in town because she refuses to marry someone.
- A ship was set on fire by the river.
Violet Windfall's Taphouse
Vines creep up the stone walls. There are so many that the windows are partially covered.
Menu
- Fried Trout. Sometimes the locals eat this off a stick.
- Marriage Soup. Greens and meat married in a soup.
- Duck Egg Omelette. The chef stole the eggs himself. Ask him about it.
Characters
- Cassie Duffield. Half-Orc Auditor ♀
- Omar Weston. Dwarf Dean ♂
- Sahin Hamlin. Half-Elf Druid ⚥
Rumours
- The constable's wife is a hag in disguise.
- A knight came to town last week riding a sphinx.
- It's said that bodies taken to Roxy's Ice Crystals may return to life.
The Gardener And Staff
Someone started painting the deck out front but the job is only half complete.
Menu
- Gin. Where the juice?
- Skillet Fried Potatoes. Thinly cut and fried with chopped onions.
- Cream of Glowing Mushroom Soup. You know how mushrooms glow in dungeons? It's that, but you can eat it.
Characters
- Max Kensley. Elf Thief ⚥
- Dianne Mervor. Human Con Artist ♀
- Emyr Weatherby. Half-Elf Herald ♂
Rumours
- There is a bush which moves around near Chains of the Rogue.
- A cow was born nearby with two heads.
- The nearby big city is starting to construct new walls.
The Frozen Costermonger
There is a big hole in the roof.
Menu
- Egg on Toast. Can't beat this simple breakfast!
- Hot Coffee. Warm you up and give you a kick in the pants.
- Fried Quail Egg. A delicate egg fried in a pan. Served with bacon.
Characters
- Dottie Amal. Dwarf Nun ♀
- Lucia Terryn. Halfling Essayist ♀
- Joel Deverin. Elf Sergeant At Arms ♂
Rumours
- was killed by wolves.
- Bandits are rumored to be hiding out in a nearby abandoned home.
- One of the local inns is said to also be a brothel.
The Idiotic Steward Tavern
A small bridge over a creek leads to the front door.
Menu
- Zuppa Sword Coast. Potato soup popular on the sword coast.
- Milk. There is parsley on top.
- Apple Fritter. Chunks of apple battered and fried.
Characters
- Monica Nighy. Elf Acolyte ♀
- Alendra Cunningham. Half-Orc Merchant ♀
- Ego Banes. Halfling Chef ♂
Rumours
- There's going to be a jousting tourney soon.
- A woman says her husband was carried off by a large bat.
- There's a beehive nearby where the bees are all blue instead of yellow.
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