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The Roguish Gardener Taphouse

Map of The Roguish Gardener Taphouse

One window of this tavern is shattered.

Menu

  • Bang bang Cockatrice Bites. A delicious cockatrice meat treat.
  • Raw Veggies. Perfect if you're trying to stay healthy, or just hate yourself!
  • Griffon Horn Beer. The beer is particularly good.

Characters

  • Dieter Huon. Tiefling Bishop ♂
  • Mary Summer. Human Physicist ♀
  • Carys Laroque. Gnome Surgeon ♀

Rumours

  • The town constable is cheating on his wife.
  • There's a beehive nearby where the bees are all blue instead of yellow.
  • is willing to buy magic items at a good price.

The Strapping Jack

Map of The Strapping Jack

It looks like someone is repairing the stoop.

Menu

  • Broiled Catfish. Caught fresh from the nearby river.
  • Bowl of Ale. Ale served in a bowl so it's more like a meal!
  • Bread & Cheese. A tavern staple.

Characters

  • Sisco Abbey. Human Entertainer ⚥
  • Dag Kaye. Tiefling Mercer ♂
  • Miriam Deakin. Elf Bear Leader ♀

Rumours

  • That big abandoned farmhouse has weird sounds coming from it at night.
  • The cook at the tavern will kill someone for the right price.
  • A pack of wolves have been prowling about at night.

The Daunting Colporteur Tavern

Map of The Daunting Colporteur Tavern

The floor is made of stone.

Menu

  • Pork chop. Babe? Babe!
  • Beef and Pears. Meat and fruit together? Who would have thought?
  • Flatbread. A classic staple.

Characters

  • Charlie Wilton. Gnome Mason ⚥
  • Hugh Reece. Half-Orc Ranger ♂
  • Gavin Ashfield. Tiefling Mortician ♂

Rumours

  • A woman says her husband was carried off by a large bat.
  • The lake nearby vanished five days ago.
  • The butcher uses humanoid meat.

The Lawful Boothman

Map of The Lawful Boothman

No weapons are allowed in here.

Menu

  • Veal. This dish makes us sad.
  • Lamb Chops. Don't think about the cute little lamb when you eat these.
  • Pickled Beans. Great crunch and acidity.

Characters

  • Finley Poots. Tiefling Hermit ⚥
  • Raadi Huon. Dwarf Acolyte ♂
  • Klaudia Blueflower. Half-Elf Goldsmith ♀

Rumours

  • A woman says her husband was carried off by a large bat.
  • swears they saw a minotaur in the tavern last night.
  • The townskeeper is considering hiring adventurers for protection.

The Peaceful Mind Tavern

Map of The Peaceful Mind Tavern

Drinks here are served in crystal-clear wine glasses.

Menu

  • Spiced Cider. Alcoholic and non alcoholic versions available.
  • Cheese Pie. It's melty cheese. CHEEEEEESE!
  • Worm Skewers. Please don't order this.

Characters

  • Charlie Vinder. Tiefling Bishop ⚥
  • Walter Hickory. Halfling Thief ♂
  • Jonas Hasan. Gnome Paladin ♂

Rumours

  • A woman was seen flying at midnight last night.
  • The members of the hunting lodge are about to leave and hunt down a weretiger.
  • A travelling salesman came last night looking to sell stolen goods.

Sibylle Azkhar's Inn

Map of Sibylle Azkhar's Inn

The walls of this tavern randomly change colors every few minutes.

Menu

  • Halfling Hash. Hashed spuds with extra butter. Served in a bowl the perfect size for any Halfling.
  • Tomato Broth. Tangy tomato broth served with melted cheese on bread.
  • Kobold's Delight. You should probably order something else.

Characters

  • Sibylle Monroe. Half-Elf Furniture Maker ♀
  • Lulu Whisperwind. Half-Orc Illuminator ♀
  • Friedrich Bradley. Tiefling Fighter ♂

Rumours

  • A giant rock fell from the sky the other day, a few miles from town.
  • The innkeeper lost the keys to each and every room.
  • A travelling gnome musician is coming to town later today.

The Disgusting Sister Taphouse

Map of The Disgusting Sister Taphouse

The workers here wear red robes.

Menu

  • Pork Spare Ribs. Add some dragon sauce to heat things up.
  • Ham and Cheese on Toast. A toasted sandwich. Simple but delicious.
  • Spiced Tomato Soup. Tomato soup with a spicy kick.

Characters

  • Janette Stonesworn. Dwarf Physician ♀
  • Finley Abasi. Elf Druid ⚥
  • Natalia Willow. Gnome Jester ♀

Rumours

  • There is a sword lost in the forest which is said to have power against dragons.
  • Bandits are waiting to pounce on unsuspecting travellers outside of town.
  • The brother down the road is said to have tieflings working there.

The Measly Bowman Inn

Map of The Measly Bowman Inn

No one may talk in this tavern.

Menu

  • Vodka. Alcohol made from potatoes. Sounds gross, but it will get the job done!
  • Strawberries with Cream. Perfect summer indulgence.
  • Cheese Plate. A bunch of cheeses for the table.

Characters

  • Ewan Hamid. Halfling Chef ♂
  • Emily Hillard. Half-Elf Florist ♀
  • Jen Elonil. Human Bargeman ♀

Rumours

  • A travelling zoo is coming to town.
  • Bandits are waiting to pounce on unsuspecting travellers outside of town.
  • Lord Grandborne is coming to town.

The Errant Pantry Tavern

Map of The Errant Pantry Tavern

Drinks here are served in fine crafted mugs.

Menu

  • Roast Goblin. Greenish slightly spoiled meat charred to a crisp. No goblins were harmed in the making of this dish.
  • Ploughman's Lunch. Hard boiled egg, shaved meat, cheese, bread, and preserves.
  • Tomato Broth. Tangy tomato broth served with melted cheese on bread.

Characters

  • Fribbington Morningstar. Half-Elf Taxidermist ⚥
  • Rashur Proudfoot. Halfling Farrier ♂
  • Karakta Spall. Halfling Clown ♂

Rumours

  • There's a cursed sword in the armory.
  • Bandits were chased out of town by the militia.
  • One man in town claims he can control insects.

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