Taverns
The Ice And Stork
Drinks here are served in crystal-clear wine glasses.
Menu
- Miner's Pie. Chicken pot pie.
- Kobold's Delight. You should probably order something else.
- Pasta Salad. Usually served as a side.
Characters
- Bernie Shalamayne. Human Fence ⚥
- Hector Adir. Gnome Herald ♂
- Liara Marshall. Human Houndmaster ♀
Rumours
- The man in the corner is paying real silver for goblin ears.
- The mayor is going to outlaw adventurers.
- Graverobbers have been stealing expensive jewelry buried with the dead.
The Appalling Colporteur
An illegal fight to the death fighter's tourney is run once a month in the basement.
Menu
- Bourbon Chicken. Chicken covered in a delicious glaze.
- Ham and Sausage Stuffing. A big serving of baked ham on top of a moun of sausage stuffing.
- Bacon Lettuce and Tomato sandwich. A BLT. Duh.
Characters
- Elias Vinder. Elf Sorcerer ♂
- Roxy Frost. Elf Monk ♀
- Vivian Scott. Half-Orc Ranger ♀
Rumours
- An inventor in town has claimed to have invented a flying machine.
- The constable had to flee town after killing a man.
- Ruins in the area show evidence that there was a battle fought long ago.
The Stool And Guard
A shady looking guy in the corner will sell you discount potions.
Menu
- Beef Cheeks in Red Wine. We're not telling you which cheeks.
- Bread Trencher. A hard loaf of bread with the middle dug out and filled with stew.
- Nut Bread. Kind of sweet. Pretty good and filling.
Characters
- Cole Snaketail. Half-Orc Maid ♂
- Alexis Hamilton. Elf Bosun ♀
- Turok Sams. Halfling Charlatan ♂
Rumours
- A door to the underworld is hidden in town.
- A man new to town is selling magical weapons.
- The ale at the bar is non-alcoholic.
Gert Snaketail's Taphouse
The bartender here is a ghost.
Menu
- Skillet Fried Potatoes. Thinly cut and fried with chopped onions.
- Cockatrice Soup. Tastes like evil chicken.
- Pickled Beans. Great crunch and acidity.
Characters
- Katinka Michaels. Dwarf Woolwinder ♀
- Akasha Knight. Halfling Hired Muscle ♀
- Eden Deakin. Dwarf Veterinarian ⚥
Rumours
- House of the Crossbow provides a steady supply of peons.
- The missing kids in town the last few months are the work of a group of gnolls.
- If you want to speak to a god, you should travel to Omar's Pit.
The Ruttish Guildmaster
You must solve a puzzle to enter this tavern.
Menu
- Egg Drop Soup. Go to a place where the cook doesn't just drop an egg in soup.
- Apple Pie. The absolute best item on the menu.
- Cold Cut Sandwich. Cold meat between bread.
Characters
- Rowan Jayid. Elf Deserter ⚥
- Natalia Bluepetal. Elf Bard ♀
- Frank Mervor. Tiefling Minister ♂
Rumours
- There is a bush which moves around near Druid's Nexus.
- The rats in town are becoming more numerous.
- A princess is hiding out in town because she refuses to marry someone.
The Scrivener And Longbow
There are not stools, chairs, or tables in this tavern.
Menu
- Bumbleberry Smoothie. Dessert before dinner. Yes.
- Pork Spare Ribs. Add some dragon sauce to heat things up.
- Lasagna. Classic pasta dish.
Characters
- Dianne Roderick. Gnome Medic ♀
- Vivien Ironhelm. Dwarf Furniture Maker ♀
- Taylor Weston. Halfling Alcoholic ⚥
Rumours
- A mating pair of Owlbears have built a nest in an abandoned building nearby.
- If you touch a glowing rock at Oasis of the Cooper, you'll begin to age backward.
- The barkeep and his wife are polyamorous.
The Plush Stone Tavern
The bartender collects foreign coins.
Menu
- Steak and Blue Cheese. It's exactly what it sounds like.
- Broiled Catfish. Caught fresh from the nearby river.
- Rye Bread. You can ask for it toasted.
Characters
- Zaeim Wright. Human Cabbie ♂
- Fribbington Reece. Elf Sommelier ⚥
- Luna Michaels. Tiefling Tax Collector ♀
Rumours
- A travelling salesman came last night looking to sell stolen goods.
- Someone found a note written in a strange language and signed Malfurian.
- The magistrate has been bitten by a wererat.
The Mind And Spicer
Help is wanted here. They need a new bartender.
Menu
- Creamy Chicken Soup. Soup made with a cream base.
- Gnoll Peanut Soup. When gnolls aren't eating people, they make this.
- Roasted Duck. A cute little duck. Roasted.
Characters
- Paul Faelyn. Half-Elf Artist ♂
- Riley Weston. Tiefling Dealer ♀
- Clementine Hickory. Half-Elf Cook ♀
Rumours
- The magistrate is going to arrest beggars.
- Two orcs fought for dominance at The Papaya Fairy Lights.
- No one stays dead in the neighboring town.
The Majestic Diamond Inn
Drinks are magically sent to your table after ordering.
Menu
- Broiled Catfish. Caught fresh from the nearby river.
- Pot Roast. Hearty and filling.
- Cockatrice Soup. Tastes like evil chicken.
Characters
- Avery Zantus. Half-Elf Inquisitor ♀
- Symond Breezehollow. Gnome Hayward ♂
- Jon Spring. Half-Orc Flautist ♂
Rumours
- You may summon any elemental at Lost Forge of Steropes.
- A group of adventurers are warning people that a dragon is coming.
- The magistrate is having an affair with a harpy.
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