Taverns
Locale
The Assuring Linen
A beggar sits outside the door.
Menu
- Lamb Chops. Don't think about the cute little lamb when you eat these.
- Donut. Cake for breakfast, basically!
- Hand Pies. A pie you can take on the road! Apple, Blueberry, or Cherry.
Characters
- Katya Wood. Half-Elf Comedian ♀
- Cassius Lesley. Half-Elf Brewer ♂
- Kali Bryce. Tiefling Astrologer ♀
Rumours
- The innkeeper lost the keys to each and every room.
- If you want to speak to a god, you should travel to Oasis of the Maze.
- An inventor in town has claimed to have invented a flying machine.
The Half And Clerk
No one may talk in this tavern.
Menu
- Lizard Gruel. Yup. Just what it sounds like.
- Pumpkin Soup. The pumpkin's rich flavour makes a great soup.
- Gnoll Peanut Soup. When gnolls aren't eating people, they make this.
Characters
- Shay Deverin. Half-Orc Scullion ♀
- Jonas Wood. Gnome Scout ♂
- Miriam Teagrass. Halfling Builder ♀
Rumours
- The townskeeper is considering hiring adventurers for protection.
- All of the cats in town have vanished overnight.
- The butcher is thought to be a zombie.
The Measly Dipper Taphouse
The beds are full and luxurious.
Menu
- Spicy Pork. Ham, but it's hot!
- Goat Feet. Who would think to serve this?
- Salted Lizard Eyes. Sometimes orcs order this.
Characters
- Giselle Duval. Elf Thief ♀
- Vivien Thom. Gnome Knight ♀
- Godfrey Enola. Tiefling Pupil ♂
Rumours
- The butcher is thought to be a zombie.
- If you want to speak to a god, you should travel to Town of the Cock.
- A nearby farm has a miniature horse.
The Violent Dipsa
An aroma of sulfur and rot emanates from the kitchen.
Menu
- Buttermilk Biscuit. A biscuit served with jam.
- Bowl of Ale. Ale served in a bowl so it's more like a meal!
- Minestrone Soup. Classic vegetable soup.
Characters
- Josua Echols. Human Diviner ♂
- Sawyer Kastrix. Half-Orc Poultry Keeper ⚥
- Claire Jayid. Elf Skomorokh ♀
Rumours
- A town to the north was swallowed up by a sinkhole.
- A mind flayer is in town, and is controlling some people's minds.
- A door to the underworld is hidden in town.
The Ample Pearl
An unusual aroma emanates from the kitchen.
Menu
- Corned Beef in Ginger Ale. Slow roasted in ale.
- Dish of the Gods. The cook is far from modest. This dish is just okay.
- Halfling Pretzels. Pretzels, but tiny.
Characters
- Joanna Beech. Half-Orc Bard ♀
- Simon Fordragon. Half-Orc Book Binder ♂
- Desmond Moonvalley. Half-Elf Nurse ♂
Rumours
- A young girl is said to have powers that help her fight monsters.
- The innkeeper is a demon in disguise.
- The water in the nearby lake can heal you.
The Firing Rapier
The front door to this tavern glows in the dark.
Menu
- Flatbread Pizza. Sauce and fixings on a flatbread.
- Potato Leek Soup. Creamy soup that's filling.
- Sharp Cheese. Perfect pairing with the wine.
Characters
- Mack Gale. Half-Elf Earl ♂
- Orren Briggs. Half-Orc Street Performer ♂
- Duck Shadowmourne. Human Druid ♂
Rumours
- The trees in the nearby woods have been moving around.
- There seem to be more rats about.
- A nearby farm is haunted.
The Crying Snake
There are bookshelves lining the walls here.
Menu
- Pork Spare Ribs. Add some dragon sauce to heat things up.
- Minotaur Rocks. Supposedly minotaur testicles. Who knows though.
- Potato Salad. Honestly, it's a bit bland.
Characters
- Amaya Deakin. Elf Queen ♀
- Eldon Molyneaux. Halfling Pirate ♂
- Sawyer Schmidt. Half-Elf Tattooist ♂
Rumours
- A man in town is a traveller looking to fight the strongest man in each town.
- A young girl is said to have powers that help her fight monsters.
- The Inn has a secret room somewhere.
Natalia Kensley's Tavern
Help is wanted here. They need a new bartender.
Menu
- Roasted Lizard. A little lizard roasted on a spit.
- Gnoll Peanut Soup. When gnolls aren't eating people, they make this.
- Brown Sugar Glazed Pork. Sweet and salty.
Characters
- Sawyer Summer. Elf Deserter ⚥
- Melissa Smyth. Human Fortune Teller ♀
- Kharda Smyth. Human Stablehand ♀
Rumours
- The water in the nearby lake can heal you.
- The innkeeper lost the keys to each and every room.
- One little boy in town was carved from wood and brought to life through magic.
The Speeding Bodger
A dog serves food at this tavern, by way of a tray strapped to its back.
Menu
- Split Pea Soup. It only looks like vomit!
- Broth. Not a lot of choice here. But, uh, here's some broth.
- Horn of Heimdall. A drinking horn the size of a horse's leg. If you finish it, you get your name carved on the wall of heroes.
Characters
- Taylor Nozzlenuck. Elf Assassin ⚥
- Tanar Roundtree. Human Paladin ♂
- Sumesh Walker. Tiefling Hatter ⚥
Rumours
- The magistrate's left hand was turned into a flower by a mad witch.
- The innkeeper is a demon in disguise.
- The statue at the entrance of town is actually a stone golem.
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