Taverns
Locale
The Sensing Apprentice
The only chairs here are big cushions on the ground.
Menu
- Gingerbread Cookie. A delicious treat.
- Roc Leg. Fried and meant for twenty.
- Rose Apple Pie. Very mild apple pie.
Characters
- Aela Weatherby. Elf Chef ♀
- Bernie Morningstar. Elf Stonecutter ⚥
- Hiaenna Filaen. Halfling Farmhand ♀
Rumours
- There was a fight in a nearby city at the docks.
- There's a selection of books in the library that no one's allowed to read.
- A young girl is said to have powers that help her fight monsters.
Talia Darkwood's Taphouse
This tavern has a few private eating rooms that can be rented.
Menu
- Salted Lizard Eyes. Sometimes orcs order this.
- Flame Roasted Pepper. A red pepper roasted over, duh, flame.
- Soft Pretzel. It's big and warm and YUMMY.
Characters
- Calla Dalton. Half-Orc Storyteller ♀
- Jedrek Hynes. Human Makeup Artist ♂
- Marcel Fitzgerald. Human Madame ♂
Rumours
- A man named Cyrus killed another man's wife and children.
- The constable was in a drunken fight.
- A young girl is said to have powers that help her fight monsters.
The Exciting Crossbow
An illegal fight to the death fighter's tourney is run once a month in the basement.
Menu
- Egg on Toast. Can't beat this simple breakfast!
- Poisoned Apple. It's not real poison! Meade injected into an apple.
- Fried Fish Sticks. Fresh and tasty.
Characters
- Kharda Ruin. Tiefling Librarian ♀
- Elias Carter. Elf Storyteller ♂
- Morwen Norman. Tiefling Seer ♀
Rumours
- The town elder is thought to be a dragon in disguise.
- The Inn has a secret room somewhere.
- The local inn is going out of business.
The Worst Curate Tavern
The sign outside is covered in ice.
Menu
- Magic Soup. This dish is magical! No really, it's magic. Something magical will happen to you if you eat it.
- Root Beer. It's not quite alcoholic, but it is freaking delicious.
- Meat Pie. Shredded beef in a pie crust.
Characters
- Liliana Flintfang. Half-Orc Paladin ♀
- Rey Ward. Half-Elf Potter ♂
- Rebecca Connington. Elf Herald ♀
Rumours
- Werewolves have been seen nearby.
- There is an ooze living in the local church.
- The Inn has a secret room somewhere.
The Yellow Horse
Half the floor has caved in long ago. Don't worry, it's roped off.
Menu
- Pumpkin Soup. The pumpkin's rich flavour makes a great soup.
- Magic Soup. This dish is magical! No really, it's magic. Something magical will happen to you if you eat it.
- Donut. Cake for breakfast, basically!
Characters
- Avital Michaels. Tiefling Chaplain ♂
- Morwen Hamilton. Tiefling Wheelwright ♀
- Jago Banes. Halfling Poultry Keeper ♂
Rumours
- A man claims he rode a giant ant the other day.
- A group of adventurers are warning people that a dragon is coming.
- The towns dogs have seemingly formed a gang.
The Eldritch Bagger Tavern
Large bay windows greet you as you approach the tavern.
Menu
- Flatbread Pizza. Sauce and fixings on a flatbread.
- Ale. A tavern staple.
- Mint Lamb. Why do we eat cute little animals? Why?
Characters
- Jax Roderick. Half-Elf Earl ♂
- Amelia Wynne. Human Ropemaker ♀
- Phoebe Broadbent. Half-Orc Ranger ♀
Rumours
- Some people in town think the butcher uses human meat.
- One of the local inns is said to also be a brothel.
- Honey made from the nearby beekeepers is blue.
The Pastel Chef
The ceiling to this tavern is only five feet high.
Menu
- Roasted Lizard. A little lizard roasted on a spit.
- Roc Leg. Fried and meant for twenty.
- Broth. Not a lot of choice here. But, uh, here's some broth.
Characters
- Calla Ironbrow. Dwarf Cantor ♀
- Kael Spring. Dwarf Journalist ♂
- Zoe Simpson. Gnome Seamstress ♀
Rumours
- was killed by wolves.
- A large elephant was recently hunted in the woods.
- The barkeep will arm wrestle for money.
The Distributing Tapet
The walls of this tavern are rounded.
Menu
- Puff Pastry. Good for breakfast or desert!
- Bread Pudding. A delightful treat.
- Creamy Chicken Soup. Soup made with a cream base.
Characters
- Hawke Gemtree. Half-Elf Tattooist ♀
- Scarlett Hemlock. Elf Tutor ♀
- Kashida Anwen. Dwarf Scientist ♀
Rumours
- The baker is rumored to be cutting his flour with a powdered cleaning solution to save money.
- Werewolves have been seen nearby.
- Giants have been spotted prowling along the countryside.
The Portly Stone
The sign shows a man in full knight armor.
Menu
- Adventurer's Stew. A hearty stew served in a bread bowl.
- Lizard Gruel. Yup. Just what it sounds like.
- Roast Beef. It's a bit overcooked.
Characters
- Kandon Destrier. Gnome Fire Eater ♂
- Bundringo Wazels. Gnome Lecturer ⚥
- Rashur Bloodhoof. Gnome Auctioneer ♂
Rumours
- A group of Kuo-toa live in the pond nearby.
- The local magistrate is about to raise taxes.
- Last week it rained frogs.
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