Taverns
The Screwing Carver
The windows have iron bars over them.
Menu
- Tortle Stew. Stew that tortles love, lots of fish!
- Elk Meat Sausage. A bit gamey.
- Honey Glazed Ham. A thick slice of ham covered in a honey glaze.
Characters
- Jelen Willow. Halfling Auditor ♂
- Olivier Duval. Gnome Hofmeister ⚥
- Doran Mervor. Dwarf Philosopher ⚥
Rumours
- The mayor is said to be a skin changer.
- Someone found a note written in a strange language and signed Malfurian.
- An army from a far away land is marching. They're expected to reach the town within a fortnight.
The Mean Acolyte
Vines creep up the stone walls. There are so many that the windows are partially covered.
Menu
- Pumpkin Soup. The pumpkin's rich flavour makes a great soup.
- Oatmeal. The steel cut oats retain maximum flavour potential.
- Pan Cake. A thin cake made in a pan. Is it breakfast, is it dessert? Why not both!
Characters
- Duck Mournhell. Human Poultry Keeper ♂
- Kyle Sybil. Human Cleric ♂
- Kamal Donovan. Dwarf Duke ♂
Rumours
- Humans and elves are on the brink of a war.
- There's a selection of books in the library that no one's allowed to read.
- The local gang has a new leader.
Mervyn Tinkereye's Inn
The bartender will juggle 5 knives for 1 gp.
Menu
- Maple Brown Sugar Pecans. Snack while you drink.
- Onion Soup. Dark broth with a lot of onion.
- Chaotic Evil Dip. It's hot. Served with chunks of bread.
Characters
- Lars Reedwater. Gnome Bodyguard ♂
- Charlie Reece. Halfling Astronomer ⚥
- Lacy Spall. Human Jailer ♀
Rumours
- The local magistrate is about to raise taxes.
- There is a bush which moves around near Jon's Claw.
- Any goods you buy at the general store will vanish within a week.
The Dealing Tower
The floor here is heavily slanted toward the back of the room.
Menu
- Spiced Tomato Soup. Tomato soup with a spicy kick.
- Cheese Omelette. The cheese is perfectly gooey.
- Bacon Lettuce and Tomato sandwich. A BLT. Duh.
Characters
- Doran Mowbry. Halfling Runaway ⚥
- Ria Crewe. Tiefling Crofter ♀
- Parker Mattell. Half-Orc Sorcerer ⚥
Rumours
- A clan of orcs set up camp nearby.
- Dwarves dug out a hideout hundreds of years ago nearby, but no one can find it.
- Thieves have targeted nearby farms.
The Proud Sard Taphouse
A small bridge over a creek leads to the front door.
Menu
- Broiled Catfish. Caught fresh from the nearby river.
- Black Pudding. It's better if you don't ask.
- Honey Glazed Ham. A thick slice of ham covered in a honey glaze.
Characters
- Bundringo Briggs. Halfling Bishop ⚥
- Landon Boone. Elf Blacksmith ♂
- Kylie Weatherby. Tiefling Troubadour ♀
Rumours
- A large elephant was recently hunted in the woods.
- The constable's wife is a hag in disguise.
- A ship was set on fire by the river.
The Trap And Moat
A beggar sits outside the door.
Menu
- Kraken Bisque. We're pretty sure there's no kraken in this.
- Roasted Turkey. Served with gravy and mashed potatoes.
- Lizard Gruel. Yup. Just what it sounds like.
Characters
- Amelia Pierre-Dupois. Half-Elf Wagoner ♀
- Jade White. Dwarf Monk ♀
- Sawyer Scott. Dwarf Juggler ⚥
Rumours
- The lake nearby vanished five days ago.
- The cook at the tavern will kill someone for the right price.
- The town constable is cheating on his wife.
The Unsung Charlatan Taphouse
There's a shady looking customer alone at one table looking to sell illegal goods.
Menu
- Spiced Cider. Alcoholic and non alcoholic versions available.
- Bang bang Cockatrice Bites. A delicious cockatrice meat treat.
- Tortle Stew. Stew that tortles love, lots of fish!
Characters
- Blake Wynne. Elf Runaway ⚥
- Dolan Norman. Dwarf Smuggler ♂
- Fribbington Vinder. Gnome Scholar ⚥
Rumours
- A brother and sister are said to be able to speak to one another in their heads.
- The magistrate is hoping to break down on the new jail soon.
- There are no animals in the forest anymore.
The Selecting Spicer
There are clouds inside, nestled up against the roof.
Menu
- Raw Veggies. Perfect if you're trying to stay healthy, or just hate yourself!
- Chicken Tortilla Soup. Fried corn tortillas in a spicy soup.
- Bread & Cheese. A tavern staple.
Characters
- Tavi Roderick. Half-Orc Librarian ♂
- Vivi Hamlin. Human Teacher ♀
- Max Fitzgerald. Half-Orc Scout ⚥
Rumours
- It's said that the magistrate's wife is actually well over 200 years old.
- A group of adventurers are warning people that a dragon is coming.
- The local cemetery has had various bodies dug up over the last few months.
The Master And Lust
The bartender is a clockwork construct.
Menu
- Pumpkin Soup. The pumpkin's rich flavour makes a great soup.
- Bread Trencher. A hard loaf of bread with the middle dug out and filled with stew.
- Cheese Plate. A bunch of cheeses for the table.
Characters
- Gael Ashbringer. Halfling Ringmaster ♂
- Avery Scott. Elf Museum Curator ⚥
- Abbas Davis. Human Host ♂
Rumours
- There's a lighthouse on the coast said to be overrun with giant spiders.
- A local township may be preparing for war.
- It's said that the magistrate's wife is actually well over 200 years old.
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