Taverns
Locale
The Overcooked Pardoner
A farmhouse has been converted into a tavern and inn. There are still plenty of farm animals about.
Menu
- Mint Lamb. Why do we eat cute little animals? Why?
- Gazpacho. Cold soup.
- Minestrone Soup. Classic vegetable soup.
Characters
- Hamad Pierre-Dupois. Tiefling Pirate ♂
- Blake Valdan. Dwarf Fixer ⚥
- Taylor Norton. Halfling Woodcutter ⚥
Rumours
- The king was assassinated by lizard folk.
- The local tavern says their steak is beef, but it's not.
- The local inn is going out of business.
The Photographing Life
The only chairs here are big cushions on the ground.
Menu
- Mutton Shank. The mutton is particularly good.
- Spiced Cider. Alcoholic and non alcoholic versions available.
- Thunder Lizard Ribs. Ribs from an allosaurus.
Characters
- Maggie Miller. Tiefling Debt Collector ♀
- Richard Windrunner. Gnome Entertainer ♂
- Ivana Hickory. Tiefling Translator ♀
Rumours
- The local tavern says their steak is beef, but it's not.
- A cat keeps screeching late at night, but no one has ever seen it.
- A lord's son has run away to join a group of adventurers.
The Bruising Bushell
The front door to this tavern glows in the dark.
Menu
- Crow's Dinner. A mix of nuts, sweets, and hard bread.
- Ploughman's Lunch. Hard boiled egg, shaved meat, cheese, bread, and preserves.
- Cockatrice Wings. Fried in oil.
Characters
- Erica Elonil. Half-Orc Chimney Sweeper ♀
- Enzo Hume. Halfling Admiral ♂
- Akasha Roundtree. Half-Elf Exorcist ♀
Rumours
- The King is looking to give aid to the poorest in the kingdom.
- A painting was stolen from a powerful lord.
- The local adventurer's guild has vanished, building and all.
The Reconciling Bushell
It's 20 degrees colder in this tavern than it is outside.
Menu
- Antipasto Platter. Meat and cheese and stuff.
- Egg Wrap. A breakfast treat, scrambled eggs served in a tortilla.
- Rock Stew. It's not actually rocks ...
Characters
- Maz Pegg. Half-Orc Poet ⚥
- Duck Zantus. Halfling Clockkeeper ♂
- Emyr Erwin. Half-Elf Weaver ♂
Rumours
- The local general goods shop was burned down. Something it was arson.
- Two orcs fought for dominance at Secret Lair of the Faceless Doctor.
- The inn has a secret dungeon.
The Flooding Player
This tavern is currently out of ale.
Menu
- Vodka. Alcohol made from potatoes. Sounds gross, but it will get the job done!
- Flatbread. A classic staple.
- Tortle Stew. Stew that tortles love, lots of fish!
Characters
- Parker Ragvald. Dwarf Paladin ⚥
- Tami Bozier. Gnome Sorcerer ♀
- Maggie Clarke. Half-Elf Historian ♀
Rumours
- Some people in town think the butcher uses human meat.
- Graverobbers have been stealing expensive jewelry buried with the dead.
- The King is looking to give aid to the poorest in the kingdom.
The Lopsided Raven Tavern
A crystal ball sits on the bar, it looks as though it's filled with smoke.
Menu
- Beef and Barley Soup. Beef broth with chunks of meat and veggies.
- Steak Burger. A thin burger patty on a toasted bun.
- Chaotic Evil Dip. It's hot. Served with chunks of bread.
Characters
- Cordelia Briggs. Gnome Watchman ♀
- Eden Wazels. Half-Orc Sailor ⚥
- Sumesh Hillard. Halfling Charlatan ⚥
Rumours
- The royal children are bratty and The King is looking to ship them off to other lands.
- Grayrock provides a steady supply of peons.
- The townmaster is looking for adventurers for some quest.
The Increasing Asp
No humans are allowed in this tavern.
Menu
- Pan Cake. A thin cake made in a pan. Is it breakfast, is it dessert? Why not both!
- Porridge. Hot mush for breakfast!
- Bread Trencher. A hard loaf of bread with the middle dug out and filled with stew.
Characters
- Riley Scott. Half-Orc Jeweler ⚥
- Peter Wolfbrother. Elf Rogue ♂
- Garrus Turner. Gnome Herbalist ♂
Rumours
- A storm made of magical means is on its way.
- A portal to the afterlife has opened up in the center of town.
- A young red dragon is living in the forest nearby.
Dag Rowanfang's Taphouse
This tavern has no kitchen.
Menu
- Rye Bread. You can ask for it toasted.
- Candied Apples. Apple on a stick with candied topping.
- Sharp Cheese. Perfect pairing with the wine.
Characters
- Bebe Laroque. Elf Wizard ♀
- Dan James. Half-Elf Gameskeeper ♂
- Mia Summer. Half-Elf Scout ♀
Rumours
- A ship was set on fire by the river.
- There's a secret fighting ring below the tavern, where men fight to the death.
- Ruins in the area show evidence that there was a battle fought long ago.
Makayla Roderick's Tavern
A small bridge over a creek leads to the front door.
Menu
- Broiled Catfish. Caught fresh from the nearby river.
- Roast Goblin. Greenish slightly spoiled meat charred to a crisp. No goblins were harmed in the making of this dish.
- Sausage Pizza. Sausage and sauce on dough, baked.
Characters
- Bernie Connington. Elf Mage ⚥
- Rowan Scott. Dwarf Smuggler ⚥
- Caroc Selwyn. Elf Sorcerer ♂
Rumours
- A group of Kuo-toa live in the pond nearby.
- A painting was stolen from a powerful lord.
- The Queen has a number of male companions that the king knows nothing about.
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