Taverns
Locale
The Rating Herce
There is a drinking contest in this tavern every night at midnight.
Menu
- Honey Glazed Ribs. Ribs in a honey glaze.
- Steak and Blue Cheese. It's exactly what it sounds like.
- Tortellini. A pasta dish with tomato sauce.
Characters
- Natalia Darwin. Halfling Fire Eater ♀
- Parsons Quinn. Half-Elf Skomorokh ♂
- Deimos Shadowmourne. Gnome Crime Boss ♂
Rumours
- The mayor is thinking about starting a town militia.
- There's a secret fighting ring below the tavern, where men fight to the death.
- is willing to buy magic items at a good price.
The Gullible Beadle Taphouse
There's a five foot tall statue of a dragon carved out of stone just outside the door.
Menu
- Dill Yogurt Dip. Served with raw veggies for dipping.
- Sharp Cheese. Perfect pairing with the wine.
- Dragon's Egg Omelette. The claim that this is made from real dragon eggs is highly suspect.
Characters
- Eden Hamlin. Gnome Cardinal ⚥
- Altes Mulgrew. Dwarf Illusionist ♂
- Brienna Abbey. Elf Man At Arms ♀
Rumours
- The general goods store owner has a pet homunculus.
- The local innkeep trades illegal goods from his cellar.
- The man in the corner is paying real silver for goblin ears.
The Jolly Colporteur
The door to this tavern is never in the same place the next time you go.
Menu
- Steak and Blue Cheese. It's exactly what it sounds like.
- Chef's Special. Whatever the cook has that's about to go bad!
- Creamy Mushroom Stew. A thick stew made with a secret spice.
Characters
- Dina Davis. Halfling Storyteller ♀
- Emyr Norman. Half-Elf Maid ♂
- Reeve Jordan. Elf Watchmaker ♂
Rumours
- Three people have gone missing from town.
- It was raining gold pieces last night.
- Tiny men and women have been seen among the rafters of the tavern.
The Frothy Shadow
There are clouds inside, nestled up against the roof.
Menu
- Bread Soup. Hope you like bread!
- Strawberries with Cream. Perfect summer indulgence.
- Raw Veggies. Perfect if you're trying to stay healthy, or just hate yourself!
Characters
- Bodwyn Faelyn. Human Cleric ♂
- Kendra Colman. Half-Orc Taxidermist ♀
- Geoffrey Hynes. Half-Orc Tanner ♂
Rumours
- The local tavern is going out of business.
- The magistrate is going to arrest beggars.
- If you want to see a giant dog, you need only go to Cave of the Striker.
Arabella Clarke's Tavern
Help is wanted here. They need a new cook.
Menu
- Egg Drop Soup. Go to a place where the cook doesn't just drop an egg in soup.
- Minestrone Soup. Classic vegetable soup.
- Onion Soup. Dark broth with a lot of onion.
Characters
- Sisco Gleeson. Halfling Steward ⚥
- Cloee Vonner. Dwarf Captain ♀
- Eden Greene. Half-Orc Judge ♀
Rumours
- A travelling salesman came last night looking to sell stolen goods.
- A large lizard was seen nearby.
- A group of adventurers are warning people that a dragon is coming.
The Palatable Falconer
This is half a tavern, and half a library.
Menu
- Navy Bean and Ham Soup. Classic soup, easy to make.
- Carrot Slaw. Carrots and some other stuff with slaw sauce. What is slaw sauce? No one knows!
- Gin. Where the juice?
Characters
- Tamsin Connington. Half-Elf Nursemaid ♀
- John Dunstan. Half-Orc Cleric ♂
- Sawyer Thalnir. Dwarf Healer ⚥
Rumours
- The drinks in the tavern are watered down.
- A door to the underworld is hidden in town.
- A new church is being built in town.
The Lumpy Hilt Tavern
A large tree grows through the center of the tavern.
Menu
- Beef and Barley Soup. Beef broth with chunks of meat and veggies.
- One pan Minotaur Steak. A massive steak cooked with potatoes.
- Beggar's Pie. Cheap meat in a pie.
Characters
- Max Terryn. Half-Elf Biologist ⚥
- Preston Selwyn. Elf Count ♂
- Parsons Sybil. Half-Elf Soothsayer ♂
Rumours
- The tavern owner feeds customers who don't pay to his dogs.
- A travelling salesman is coming to town.
- A murderer has escaped from the town jail.
The Crossing Poulter
Ivy covers the front of the building.
Menu
- Burst Onion with Fire Mage Sauce. Deep fried onion. The sauce is SPICY
- Carrot Slaw. Carrots and some other stuff with slaw sauce. What is slaw sauce? No one knows!
- Elk Meat Sausage. A bit gamey.
Characters
- Julie Marshall. Human Butcher ♀
- Dustin Bigtooth. Half-Orc Butcher ♂
- Brom Sams. Elf Hersir ♂
Rumours
- One of the local inns is said to also be a brothel.
- The trees in the nearby woods have been moving around.
- The constable had to flee town after killing a man.
The Adventurous Stag Tavern
Meals here are served on fine china.
Menu
- Druid Wrap. Veggies on some weird green flat bread.
- Roast Beef. It's a bit overcooked.
- Apple Pie. The absolute best item on the menu.
Characters
- Eden Weston. Gnome Cheesemaker ⚥
- Paul Bladefist. Half-Elf Madman ♂
- Katya Simpson. Halfling Hatter ♀
Rumours
- The local adventurer's guild has vanished, building and all.
- Pixies live in the woods here. It's said they'll grant a wish to anyone who finds them.
- The townmaster is looking for adventurers for some quest.
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