Taverns
Locale
The Tiring Gambit
Magic users are banned from this tavern.
Menu
- Steak Burger. A thin burger patty on a toasted bun.
- Lamb Chops. Don't think about the cute little lamb when you eat these.
- Giant Spider Legs. Giants eat them, why not us? Cooked over flame.
Characters
- Katinka AnaanShan. Half-Elf Chemist ♀
- Linda Nozzlenuck. Dwarf Naperer ♀
- Duck Davis. Gnome Commissar ♂
Rumours
- The new tavern has a beholder brewing ale in the basement.
- The woman who works at the inn is a medusa. That's why she always wears a hat.
- The armorer for the king has been turned into a horse by dark magic.
The Serene Dipper Inn
Drinks are magically sent to your table after ordering.
Menu
- Bean Salad. Some beans. There's white beans, and red ones, and, um these dark ones.
- Hush Puppies. Battered and breaded.
- Collard Greens. Iron helps us play.
Characters
- Taylor Michaels. Elf Carpenter ⚥
- Renee Summer. Human Rogue ♀
- Bart Ironfist. Half-Orc Servant ♂
Rumours
- The old woman who lives in the cabin just outside of town is a witch.
- A druid named Malfurian is willing to pay well for mistletoe.
- Winter is going to be exceptionally rough this year.
The Avaricious Farrier Taphouse
The beds are nearly empty and sag close to the ground.
Menu
- Broth. Not a lot of choice here. But, uh, here's some broth.
- Fried Apples. Absolutely the best way to eat apples.
- Maple Brown Sugar Pecans. Snack while you drink.
Characters
- Abdul Roberts. Half-Elf Minister ♂
- Farquesh Lord. Elf Astronomer ♂
- Scarlett Ferrier. Elf Engineer ♀
Rumours
- An alleycat was seen playing the lute.
- Someone looted a tomb nearby.
- An old crone promised that a wave was going to come soon and wash away the sinners.
The Bather And Dagger
There are paintings of flowers on each wall.
Menu
- Sausage and Mustard. Served on a split roll.
- Ostrich Omelette. it's a big dish.
- Milk. There is parsley on top.
Characters
- Sawyer Blackclaw. Half-Orc Healer ⚥
- Jackson Cruise. Halfling Drag Queen ♂
- Esmeralda Willow. Halfling Guard ♀
Rumours
- There's a vein of gold nearby.
- The mayor is thinking about starting a town militia.
- There is a sword lost in the forest which is said to have power against dragons.
The Apologizing Footpad
The front of this tavern is painted to look like a demon. The door is the demon's mouth.
Menu
- Dish of the Gods. The cook is far from modest. This dish is just okay.
- Hot Coffee. Warm you up and give you a kick in the pants.
- Vodka. Alcohol made from potatoes. Sounds gross, but it will get the job done!
Characters
- Brenda Sybil. Half-Elf Hersir ♀
- Balur Vonner. Half-Elf Veteran ♂
- Devlan Dresdain. Half-Elf Minstrel ♂
Rumours
- Humans and elves are on the brink of a war.
- It was raining gold pieces last night.
- There was a fight in a nearby city at the docks.
The Prudent Hilt Inn
The bar is wet.
Menu
- Bowl of Ale. Ale served in a bowl so it's more like a meal!
- Blackened Veggies. A mix of veggies on a skewer and cooked over and open flame.
- Mal's Plate. a veggie offering.
Characters
- Scarlett Ellis. Half-Elf Woolwinder ♀
- Sibylle Hale. Gnome Exile ♀
- Avery AnaanShan. Half-Orc Ropemaker ⚥
Rumours
- The magistrate is having an affair with a harpy.
- One man claims dragons don't, and never have, existed.
- Trolls inhabit the nearby mountain range.
The Whore And Mother
The only chairs here are big cushions on the ground.
Menu
- Jasmine Infused Oxygen. For the true epicurean.
- Cream of Glowing Mushroom Soup. You know how mushrooms glow in dungeons? It's that, but you can eat it.
- Green Spears. Roasted asparagus.
Characters
- Mushin Selentia. Dwarf Hofmeister ♂
- Lysander Payne. Dwarf Cultist ♂
- Neil Proudhands. Halfling Pauper ♂
Rumours
- There are no animals in the forest anymore.
- Demon worshiping cultists have set up a shrine nearby.
- The nearby big city is starting to construct new walls.
The Tinted Acre Inn
The bartender is a human woman who says she used to be a pirate.
Menu
- Mom's Meatloaf. Who's mom though?
- BLT Roc Egg. Bacon, lettuce and tomato served in between a sliced hard boiled Roc egg.
- Sharp Cheese. Perfect pairing with the wine.
Characters
- Joey Wildfire. Tiefling Ranger ♂
- Alondra Pierce. Half-Elf Translator ♀
- Storm Pierce. Half-Elf Minister ♀
Rumours
- A band of goblins are sacking nearby villages.
- The constable had to flee town after killing a man.
- The Inn owner's daughter has run away.
Shark Icewing's Taphouse
Drinks here are served in rudimentary clay mugs.
Menu
- Bourbon Chicken. Chicken covered in a delicious glaze.
- Roast Beef. It's a bit overcooked.
- Horn of Heimdall. A drinking horn the size of a horse's leg. If you finish it, you get your name carved on the wall of heroes.
Characters
- Deilos Wright. Elf Weaver ♂
- Nora Marshall. Half-Elf Monk ♀
- Joel Wrynn. Halfling Mathematician ♂
Rumours
- A painting was stolen from a powerful lord.
- Purple worms are heading straight for the town.
- A halfling named Cade was found dead last night.
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