Taverns
Locale
The Fishmonger And Beguine
Thick bands of wood frame the outside walls. They are painted a unique teal colour.
Menu
- Flame Roasted Pepper. A red pepper roasted over, duh, flame.
- Chef Special. Let the cook give you whatever he wants.
- Roasted Turkey. Served with gravy and mashed potatoes.
Characters
- Sazi Shad. Tiefling Fighter ♀
- Vivian Tinkereye. Halfling Ferryman ♀
- Falk Massa. Halfling Sorcerer ♂
Rumours
- The nearby big city is starting to construct new walls.
- Drow have been coming into town at night and stealing things.
- The butcher uses humanoid meat.
The Spongy Peg Legorc Taphouse
The bartender has wings.
Menu
- Wren Pot Pie. More popular than you would think.
- Water. For boring people.
- Bread Soup. Hope you like bread!
Characters
- Tatiana Ashes. Tiefling Bargeman ♀
- Maria Watson. Half-Elf Chemist ♀
- Cyntia Pierre-Dupois. Halfling Rat Catcher ♀
Rumours
- The old blind beggar is pretending. He can see just find.
- Someone hid treasure in town.
- A coven of witches have moved into the inn.
The Unmuzzled Kettle
There are not stools, chairs, or tables in this tavern.
Menu
- Baked Eggplant. It's a vegetable, not an egg! I know eggs aren't even purple!
- Lasagna. Classic pasta dish.
- Ham and Cheese on Toast. A toasted sandwich. Simple but delicious.
Characters
- Sisco Hynes. Human General ⚥
- Kallum Duval. Half-Orc Diviner ♂
- Zayne Alhara. Elf Auctioneer ♂
Rumours
- A woman was seen flying at midnight last night.
- A woman says her husband was carried off by a large bat.
- One of the cows at a nearby farm laid an egg.
The Ornate Chalcedony Inn
There is a small bowl of complimentary chocolates on the bar top.
Menu
- Sphinx Brisket. Beef and pork cooked together.
- Tortellini. A pasta dish with tomato sauce.
- Boiled Sausage. A big link of sausage that's bloated from being boiled.
Characters
- Renee Deadeye. Half-Elf Busker ♀
- Rey Travis. Human Witch ♂
- Finley Reece. Dwarf Farrier ⚥
Rumours
- A travelling salesman is coming to town.
- Bandits are waiting to pounce on unsuspecting travellers outside of town.
- Demon worshiping cultists have set up a shrine nearby.
Nathalie Portman's Inn
The sign above the door has a painted black skull upon it.
Menu
- Onion Soup. Dark broth with a lot of onion.
- Pasta Salad. Usually served as a side.
- Maple Brown Sugar Pecans. Snack while you drink.
Characters
- Mary Shad. Elf Prophet ♀
- Talwyn Roberts. Human Crime Boss ♀
- Elana Gleeson. Elf Poacher ♀
Rumours
- The man in the corner is paying real silver for goblin ears.
- A young girl is said to have powers that help her fight monsters.
- The statue at the entrance of town is actually a stone golem.
The Ending Shilling
No humans are allowed in this tavern.
Menu
- Salted Lizard Eyes. Sometimes orcs order this.
- Fried Apples. Absolutely the best way to eat apples.
- Chef's Choice. We don't know what it's going to be, but it will be good.
Characters
- Avery Mur. Gnome Druid ⚥
- Blake Spring. Gnome Farmhand ⚥
- Fribbington Barlow. Dwarf Cantor ⚥
Rumours
- The tavern sank into the ground a week ago.
- Orcs carried off several townsfolk.
- There's a selection of books in the library that no one's allowed to read.
The Professing Spear
There is a big hole in the roof.
Menu
- Porridge. Hot mush for breakfast!
- Ale. A tavern staple.
- Tomato Broth. Tangy tomato broth served with melted cheese on bread.
Characters
- Bruce Brocksby. Dwarf Detective ♂
- Malak Everett. Gnome Librarian ♀
- Stella Stormrage. Tiefling Storyteller ♀
Rumours
- The ale from the tavern is brewed by gnomes.
- Horses from the stable keep winding up dead.
- A man new to town is selling magical weapons.
Rowan Hamilton's Taphouse
There's an underground pond underneath this tavern. The owner allows patrons to swim.
Menu
- Miner's Pie. Chicken pot pie.
- Vodka. Alcohol made from potatoes. Sounds gross, but it will get the job done!
- Borscht. No one knows what this stuff is.
Characters
- Matthew Urean. Halfling Duke ♂
- Marcus Norton. Half-Elf Alchemist ♂
- Blake Norman. Human Street Artist ⚥
Rumours
- A coven of witches have moved into the inn.
- The local cemetery has had various bodies dug up over the last few months.
- A band of goblins are sacking nearby villages.
The Shield And Chandler
Only women work at this tavern.
Menu
- Roasted Tomatoes. Can be served on the side with any meal.
- One pan Minotaur Steak. A massive steak cooked with potatoes.
- Dill Yogurt Dip. Served with raw veggies for dipping.
Characters
- Avery Deverin. Human Historian ⚥
- Nick Roderick. Halfling Goldsmith ♂
- Graak Gale. Halfling Crime Boss ♂
Rumours
- The local adventurer's guild has vanished, building and all.
- There was a fight in a nearby city at the docks.
- A strange clockwork machine has been seen in town at night.
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