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The Gifted Peddler

Map of The Gifted Peddler

Help is wanted here. They need a new cook.

Menu

  • Pan Cake. A thin cake made in a pan. Is it breakfast, is it dessert? Why not both!
  • Boiled Sausage. A big link of sausage that's bloated from being boiled.
  • Kobold's Delight. You should probably order something else.

Characters

  • Amaya Greenflower. Half-Elf Admiral ♀
  • Sawyer Scott. Tiefling Sheriff ⚥
  • Mandy Oak. Human Crofter ♀

Rumours

  • An inventor in town has claimed to have invented a new type of ranged weapon which fires iron balls.
  • There's a secret fighting ring below the tavern, where men fight to the death.
  • The magistrate is going to arrest beggars.

The Dripping Melee

Map of The Dripping Melee

The windows have iron bars over them.

Menu

  • Pan Cake. A thin cake made in a pan. Is it breakfast, is it dessert? Why not both!
  • Ale. A tavern staple.
  • Creamy Chicken Soup. Soup made with a cream base.

Characters

  • Nina Rook. Elf Woolwinder ♀
  • Vetack Lachlan. Half-Orc Entertainer ♂
  • Jen Rowe. Half-Elf Troubadour ♀

Rumours

  • One little boy in town was carved from wood and brought to life through magic.
  • An adventuring party went to fight a dragon nearby but they never returned.
  • A local man swears he found the bones of a kraken deep in the forest.

The Palatable Quack Inn

Map of The Palatable Quack Inn

A dog serves food at this tavern, by way of a tray strapped to its back.

Menu

  • Roast Goblin. Greenish slightly spoiled meat charred to a crisp. No goblins were harmed in the making of this dish.
  • Fruit Blend. Banana, apple, pineapple, and cherries mixed together.
  • Dragon Tail. A skewer of chicken and green vegetables covered in a spicy sauce.

Characters

  • Quintus Mervor. Half-Orc Tax Collector ♂
  • Natar Frost. Human Paladin ♂
  • Mia Karim. Human Villein ♀

Rumours

  • The water in the nearby lake can poison you.
  • A giant bird has been spotted near Mikael's Island.
  • Drow have been coming into town at night and stealing things.

The Reeky Chalcedony

Map of The Reeky Chalcedony

The sign outside is covered in ice.

Menu

  • Black Pudding. It's better if you don't ask.
  • Bumbleberry Smoothie. Dessert before dinner. Yes.
  • Bread Soup. Hope you like bread!

Characters

  • Peter Marshall. Tiefling King ♂
  • Fribbington Stormrage. Half-Elf Sergeant ⚥
  • River Turner. Human Druid ⚥

Rumours

  • The trees here are alive.
  • There are three mice in the inn that walk on their hind legs.
  • A mind flayer is in town, and is controlling some people's minds.

The Noticing Guild

Map of The Noticing Guild

There's a small pond full of fish in the center of this tavern.

Menu

  • Kobold's Delight. You should probably order something else.
  • Root Beer. It's not quite alcoholic, but it is freaking delicious.
  • Cheese Omelette. The cheese is perfectly gooey.

Characters

  • Bernie Kelshall. Halfling Pupil ⚥
  • Roxy Todd. Tiefling Ward ♀
  • Garry Dalton. Tiefling Beekeeper ♂

Rumours

  • The members of the hunting lodge are about to leave and hunt down a weretiger.
  • A halfling named Cade was found dead last night.
  • The butcher is thought to be a zombie.

Aela Bonebreaker's Tavern

Map of Aela Bonebreaker's Tavern

An illegal fight to the death fighter's tourney is run once a month in the basement.

Menu

  • Kobold Tail. Delicious tangy meat of some sort. Hopefully not real kobold!
  • Spiced Cider. Alcoholic and non alcoholic versions available.
  • Beef and Barley Soup. Beef broth with chunks of meat and veggies.

Characters

  • Sawyer Erwin. Dwarf Inquisitor ⚥
  • Helsora Quinn. Tiefling Tax Collector ♀
  • Talia Gleeson. Tiefling Commoner ♀

Rumours

  • A new weapons store is going to open soon.
  • A man named Cyrus killed another man's wife and children.
  • The magistrate is thinking about arresting the townmaster.

The Assuring Cat

Map of The Assuring Cat

This tavern specializes in bread. It smells amazing.

Menu

  • Baked Pheasant. The fanciest of birds.
  • Tomato Broth. Tangy tomato broth served with melted cheese on bread.
  • Honey Glazed Ribs. Ribs in a honey glaze.

Characters

  • Jarrad Shadowcloak. Halfling Mercenary ♂
  • Eden Scott. Halfling Fighter ⚥
  • Avery Silvergem. Elf Toll Keeper ♀

Rumours

  • A man claims he rode a giant ant the other day.
  • An elf named Cameron lost his wife recently.
  • Last month it rained fish.

Faed Moontree's Tavern

Map of Faed Moontree's Tavern

The sign is made of stone, and lies on the ground, propped up next to the door.

Menu

  • Bourbon Chicken. Chicken covered in a delicious glaze.
  • Cheddar Frittata. There is parsley on top.
  • Pecan Pie. Like grandma used to make.

Characters

  • Marcelin Adir. Halfling Dean ♀
  • Max Mattell. Halfling Astronomer ⚥
  • Ismael Hadwell. Tiefling King ♂

Rumours

  • A new church is being built in town.
  • A painting was stolen from a powerful lord.
  • A ghostly castle can be seen nearby on nights with a full moon.

Peter Frogsong's Inn

Map of Peter Frogsong's Inn

A small bridge over a creek leads to the front door.

Menu

  • Blackened Veggies. A mix of veggies on a skewer and cooked over and open flame.
  • Chicken Tortilla Soup. Fried corn tortillas in a spicy soup.
  • Broth. Not a lot of choice here. But, uh, here's some broth.

Characters

  • Aric Deverin. Elf Rogue ♂
  • Jericho Davis. Human Sergeant At Arms ♂
  • Cole Rowan. Halfling Warlock ♂

Rumours

  • Werewolves have been seen nearby.
  • Someone has been stealing clothes.
  • The lake nearby vanished five days ago.

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