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The Humongous Armor Taphouse

Map of The Humongous Armor Taphouse

This tavern specializes in bread. It smells amazing.

Menu

  • Porridge. Hot mush for breakfast!
  • Dragon Tail. A skewer of chicken and green vegetables covered in a spicy sauce.
  • Minotaur Pie. A "meat" pie using a meat substitute. Good for those beings who perhaps share a common ancestor with beef.

Characters

  • Melissa Brightstar. Halfling Fixer ♀
  • Akasha AnaanShan. Half-Elf Entertainer ♀
  • Ben Dempsy. Tiefling Knight ♂

Rumours

  • The town master's nose was split open in a fight.
  • There are mushrooms which grow at The Slate Temple that control your mind.
  • The tavern owner feeds customers who don't pay to his dogs.

The Shaking Nun

Map of The Shaking Nun

There is a bust of a man named Lord Grandborne next to the door.

Menu

  • Roasted Turkey. Served with gravy and mashed potatoes.
  • Owlbear Ribs. These are some big ribs.
  • Hogs in Blankets. Mini sausages wrapped up in dough and baked.

Characters

  • Ellie Nozzlenuck. Dwarf Bard ♀
  • Fribbington Masak. Elf Prisoner ⚥
  • Fribbington Blackfist. Dwarf Librarian ⚥

Rumours

  • An alleycat was seen playing the lute.
  • It's said that the magistrate's wife is actually well over 200 years old.
  • The magistrate's left hand was turned into a flower by a mad witch.

The Frothy Coiner

Map of The Frothy Coiner

The bartender is a clockwork construct.

Menu

  • Flame Roasted Pepper. A red pepper roasted over, duh, flame.
  • Thunder Lizard Ribs. Ribs from an allosaurus.
  • Pasta Salad. Usually served as a side.

Characters

  • Caitlin Hamid. Half-Orc Road Master ♀
  • Anya Marshall. Tiefling Fighter ♀
  • Gwendolyn Roberts. Half-Orc Potter ♀

Rumours

  • An undead adventurer saved a princess.
  • The King is looking to give aid to the poorest in the kingdom.
  • An adventuring party went to fight a dragon nearby but they never returned.

The Ragpicker And Panther

Map of The Ragpicker And Panther

The sign above the door is clearly broken.

Menu

  • Porridge. Hot mush for breakfast!
  • Broiled Catfish. Caught fresh from the nearby river.
  • Adventurer's Stew. A hearty stew served in a bread bowl.

Characters

  • Maz Rana. Tiefling Pawn Shop Owner ⚥
  • Luce Mulgrew. Halfling Governess ♀
  • Sylvie Todd. Elf Rat Catcher ♀

Rumours

  • Someone looted a tomb nearby.
  • It was raining gold pieces last night.
  • Bandits are rumored to be hiding out in a nearby abandoned home.

The Gleeking Horse Inn

Map of The Gleeking Horse Inn

The chairs are padded and musty.

Menu

  • Chef Salad. Lettuce, some meat, some... what is that thing? It's good, whatever it is!
  • Halfling Hash. Hashed spuds with extra butter. Served in a bowl the perfect size for any Halfling.
  • Elk Meat Sausage. A bit gamey.

Characters

  • Morwen Mervor. Halfling Assassin ♀
  • Clio Everett. Elf Botanist ♀
  • Sylvie Leaffall. Halfling Warlock ♀

Rumours

  • The new tavern has a beholder brewing ale in the basement.
  • The best breakfast you can get is served at Ashley's Colosseum.
  • A giant bird has been spotted near The Midway Island.

The Thirsty Butcher Inn

Map of The Thirsty Butcher Inn

Thick bands of wood frame the outside walls. They are painted a unique teal colour.

Menu

  • Cheddar Frittata. There is parsley on top.
  • Chaotic Evil Dip. It's hot. Served with chunks of bread.
  • Dragon's Breath Rice. Spicy rice dish.

Characters

  • Simone Hamlin. Gnome Minister ♀
  • Charlie Blackhammer. Dwarf Hermit ⚥
  • Aubrey Shalamayne. Human Astrologer ♀

Rumours

  • A new weapons store is going to open soon.
  • The man in the corner is paying real silver for goblin ears.
  • The tavern sank into the ground a week ago.

The Scribe And Anvil

Map of The Scribe And Anvil

The upstairs is a bakery.

Menu

  • Fried Cockatrice. Delicious and bad for you.
  • Ale. A tavern staple.
  • Egg on Toast. Can't beat this simple breakfast!

Characters

  • Riley Belet. Elf Ranger ⚥
  • Maz Ellis. Half-Elf Fighter ⚥
  • Frances Carson. Gnome Chaplain ♀

Rumours

  • Supposedly there's a treasure map hidden underneath the tavern.
  • The blacksmith here is thought to be an Oni.
  • is willing to buy magic items at a good price.

The Bootless Bellows

Map of The Bootless Bellows

There is a small bowl of complimentary chocolates on the bar top.

Menu

  • Mom's Meatloaf. Who's mom though?
  • Roasted Stag. Big ol deer guy. Roasted.
  • Dragon's Egg Omelette. The claim that this is made from real dragon eggs is highly suspect.

Characters

  • Bella Alhara. Elf Beggar ♀
  • Max Hogan. Tiefling Acolyte ⚥
  • Matteus Colman. Half-Orc Watchman ♂

Rumours

  • There's silver in a nearby mountain.
  • The butcher uses humanoid meat.
  • A new weapons store is going to open soon.

The Menacing Man Inn

Map of The Menacing Man Inn

Pixies flit about, above the patrons heads.

Menu

  • Flame Roasted Pepper. A red pepper roasted over, duh, flame.
  • Halfling Hash. Hashed spuds with extra butter. Served in a bowl the perfect size for any Halfling.
  • Gingerbread Cookie. A delicious treat.

Characters

  • Quentin Barlow. Half-Orc Barber ♂
  • Eden Mervor. Halfling Taxidermist ⚥
  • Luthor Duval. Half-Elf Gambler ♂

Rumours

  • A door to the underworld is hidden in town.
  • The townmaster wants to build a clocktower in the center of town.
  • Yuan-ti have been seen nearby, supposedly.

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