Taverns
Locale
The Jaded Penny Taphouse
A crystal ball sits on the bar, it looks as though it's filled with smoke.
Menu
- Gin. Where the juice?
- Battered Toast. A breakfast specialty, bread battered in egg and fried.
- Antipasto Platter. Meat and cheese and stuff.
Characters
- Anya Ali. Elf Accountant ♀
- Roxy Brown. Dwarf Scout ♀
- Kyris Hickory. Half-Elf Wizard ♂
Rumours
- The mayor is thinking about starting a town militia.
- The prince's betrothal was not blessed by the king.
- A cow was born nearby with two heads.
Daisy Ironbrow's Inn
A lute floats in the corner, playing a tune magically.
Menu
- Sphinx Brisket. Beef and pork cooked together.
- Sausage Stuffing. Does anyone know what's in stuffing? This has sausage, that much is for sure.
- Sharp Cheese. Perfect pairing with the wine.
Characters
- Rebecca Masak. Half-Elf Villein ♀
- Natar Sweeny. Gnome Street Performer ♂
- Nev Mervor. Human Hired Muscle ♂
Rumours
- There was a bar fight in the tavern last night.
- A lord's son has run away to join a group of adventurers.
- The local cemetery has had various bodies dug up over the last few months.
Roan Gale's Inn
Half the floor has caved in long ago. Don't worry, it's roped off.
Menu
- Marriage Soup. Greens and meat married in a soup.
- Kappa Legs. Kappa are humanoid river dwellers. Apparently you can eat them.
- Sticky caramel. A bowl of warm caramel with chocolate wafers to dip in.
Characters
- Runar Fordragon. Halfling Mage ♂
- Gavril Winterheart. Human Surgeon ♂
- Ceri Pierre-Dupois. Half-Elf Soothsayer ♀
Rumours
- The baker's wife hasn't been seen in days.
- The Inn has a secret room somewhere.
- The townskeeper is considering hiring adventurers for protection.
The Implementing Watersellar
There is a drinking contest in this tavern every night at midnight.
Menu
- Clam Chowder. Fishy and delishy.
- Fried Apples. Absolutely the best way to eat apples.
- Goat Feet. Who would think to serve this?
Characters
- Mercy Fae. Tiefling Innkeeper ♀
- Charlie Arrias. Half-Orc Knight ⚥
- River Whitestorm. Half-Orc Barber Surgeon ⚥
Rumours
- A spirit is said to haunt the woods.
- A new church is being built in town.
- A mating pair of Owlbears have built a nest in an abandoned building nearby.
The Pound And Apprentice
Famous for its salad bar. Salad and taverns, what a great mix!
Menu
- Zuppa Sword Coast. Potato soup popular on the sword coast.
- Spiced Tomato Soup. Tomato soup with a spicy kick.
- Apple Pie. The absolute best item on the menu.
Characters
- Jevon Ellis. Human Fixer ♂
- Mervyn Walker. Elf Chimney Sweeper ♂
- Felicity Mattell. Human Cook ♀
Rumours
- A nearby farm is haunted.
- The king was assassinated by lizard folk.
- Cultists have come to town.
The Pound And Tome
The bartender is a human woman who says she used to be a pirate.
Menu
- Garlic Bread. Bread that's garlicy.
- Spicy Pork. Ham, but it's hot!
- Shredded Beef. Served on tortillas.
Characters
- Beatrix Gleeson. Tiefling Vintner ♀
- Hamad Enola. Gnome Poet ♂
- Alaysia Duval. Half-Orc Cabbie ♀
Rumours
- An inventor in town has claimed to have invented a flying machine.
- A wyvern has been spotted in the area.
- The constable's wife is a hag in disguise.
The Lying Mariner
Drinks here are served in rudimentary clay mugs.
Menu
- Cockatrice Wings. Fried in oil.
- Carrot Slaw. Carrots and some other stuff with slaw sauce. What is slaw sauce? No one knows!
- Dark Amber Ale. A favourite with the locals.
Characters
- Hiaenna Hamid. Gnome Silversmith ♀
- Homer Meadowbrook. Halfling Missionary ♂
- Riley Payne. Gnome Alcoholic ⚥
Rumours
- There was a bar fight in the tavern last night.
- was killed by an evil wizard.
- The magistrate wants to outlaw drinking.
The Cooper And Mark
There are paintings of flowers on each wall.
Menu
- Dragon's Egg Omelette. The claim that this is made from real dragon eggs is highly suspect.
- Baked Eggplant. It's a vegetable, not an egg! I know eggs aren't even purple!
- Honey Glazed Ham. A thick slice of ham covered in a honey glaze.
Characters
- Akasha Ironstrike. Dwarf Miller ♀
- Nayeli Hawkwing. Elf Monk ♀
- Bundringo Donovan. Gnome Farmer ⚥
Rumours
- A brother and sister are said to be able to speak to one another in their heads.
- The mayor is going to outlaw adventurers.
- If you want to speak to a god, you should travel to Fletch's River.
The Pastel Rogue Inn
A strange smelling chicken coop sits off to the side.
Menu
- Roasted Lizard. A little lizard roasted on a spit.
- Baked Pheasant. The fanciest of birds.
- Ham and Cheese on Toast. A toasted sandwich. Simple but delicious.
Characters
- Sophie Malfoy. Half-Elf Dutchess ♀
- Raed Watson. Half-Elf Florist ♂
- Wendall Blacksmith. Dwarf Florist ♂
Rumours
- An invisible man has been creating problems in town.
- There's a cursed sword in the armory.
- It was raining gold pieces last night.
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