Taverns
Locale
The Speeding Poet
There's a sign on the wall that says 'no thaumaturgy'.
Menu
- Strawberries with Cream. Perfect summer indulgence.
- Rock Stew. It's not actually rocks ...
- Challah. A classic bread. Makes great French Toast.
Characters
- Nayeli Abbey. Human Bard ♀
- Jared Silverleaf. Elf Mason ♂
- Roxy Smyth. Half-Elf Gunsmith ♀
Rumours
- If you touch a glowing rock at Farm of the Bodger, you'll begin to age backward.
- Ruins in the area show evidence that there was a battle fought long ago.
- A band of goblins sacked a nearby town.
The Poor Builder Taphouse
The bartender has a pet monkey. Mr. Jingles more or less helps with things.
Menu
- Chicken Noodle Soup. Roasted chicken and noodles in a chicken broth.
- Elk Meat Sausage. A bit gamey.
- Meatballs on rice. Why no spaghetti?
Characters
- Yasmin Stormrage. Elf Tutor ♀
- Nora Dalton. Gnome Elder ♀
- Dawn Beech. Halfling Town Crier ♀
Rumours
- The magistrate is hoping to break down on the new jail soon.
- The town council answers to an evil god.
- The magistrate has been bitten by a wererat.
Canton Crewe's Tavern
Meals here are served on cheap flatware.
Menu
- Candied Apples. Apple on a stick with candied topping.
- Pot Roast. Hearty and filling.
- Chef's Special. Whatever the cook has that's about to go bad!
Characters
- Max Karim. Gnome Model ⚥
- Doran Lesley. Human Miller ⚥
- Altes Mehmed. Elf Tanner ♂
Rumours
- The magistrate is thinking about arresting the townmaster.
- A kraken was seen at the coast.
- A dragon was killed at Cottage of the Master.
Theodora Stormrage's Inn
This tavern is so small it's a wonder anyone can even enter it.
Menu
- Hogs in Blankets. Mini sausages wrapped up in dough and baked.
- Kobold Tail. Delicious tangy meat of some sort. Hopefully not real kobold!
- Bourbon Chicken. Chicken covered in a delicious glaze.
Characters
- Pallav Huon. Human Mortician ♂
- Robert Amal. Human Boatman ♂
- Kiernan Roberts. Half-Orc Steward ♂
Rumours
- Lord Grandborne is coming to town.
- The town council answers to an evil god.
- A man new to town is selling magical weapons.
The Pesky Lutenist Taphouse
One window of this tavern is shattered.
Menu
- Donut. Cake for breakfast, basically!
- Chicken Cutlets. Thin strips of chicken fried.
- Spiced Chicken Thigh. Well seasoned, and served with coleslaw.
Characters
- Lacy Altharia. Half-Elf Engineer ♀
- Devlan Breezehollow. Halfling Assassin ♂
- Fribbington Jordan. Elf Rogue ⚥
Rumours
- A man has gone mad and is attempting to bring his wife back from the dead.
- was killed by wolves.
- A spirit is said to haunt the woods.
Robert Deverin's Inn
Your skin itches looking at the room accomodations.
Menu
- Potato Salad. Made with mayo.
- Chef Special. Let the cook give you whatever he wants.
- Burst Onion with Fire Mage Sauce. Deep fried onion. The sauce is SPICY
Characters
- Erica Wanderhill. Gnome Warden ♀
- Rose Inferno. Tiefling Wrestler ♀
- Nena Zaros. Halfling Chiropractor ♀
Rumours
- A knight came to town last week riding a sphinx.
- A travelling potion salesman is staying at the inn for a few weeks.
- You may summon any elemental at Roots of the Vice.
The Rank Dancer Taphouse
The horn from some large animal is hung on the wall.
Menu
- Apple Fritter. Chunks of apple battered and fried.
- Fried Cockatrice. Delicious and bad for you.
- Bean Salad. Some beans. There's white beans, and red ones, and, um these dark ones.
Characters
- Denzel Rook. Half-Orc Madame ♂
- Reuben Ward. Halfling Village Idiot ♂
- Mary Hasan. Tiefling Nurse ♀
Rumours
- The local tavern is going out of business.
- The woman who cleans the inn only works at night and has never been seen in the day.
- An old crone promised that a wave was going to come soon and wash away the sinners.
The Serene Drover Taphouse
The sign above the door is clearly broken.
Menu
- Creamy Chicken Soup. Soup made with a cream base.
- Sharp Cheese. Perfect pairing with the wine.
- Pasta Salad. Usually served as a side.
Characters
- Brian Bryce. Elf Clerk ♂
- Sumesh Mournhell. Human Philosopher ⚥
- Yoko Moran. Dwarf Rogue ♀
Rumours
- There have been human sacrifices at Glowing Grotto.
- A nearby cavern houses a long dead Lich's lair.
- A dwarf named Ragnar is looking for his family.
The Scholarly Lust Taphouse
The text on the sign is written backward.
Menu
- Potato Salad. Made with mayo.
- Bacon Lettuce and Tomato sandwich. A BLT. Duh.
- Chef Salad. Lettuce, some meat, some... what is that thing? It's good, whatever it is!
Characters
- Lucia Bradley. Dwarf Chandler ♀
- Hailee Bradley. Human Nurse ♀
- Luna Korsk. Elf Gardener ♀
Rumours
- If you order a light ale the barkeep just pours half the cup out.
- The tavern sank into the ground a week ago.
- A new weapons store is going to open soon.
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