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The Asp And Pearl

Map of The Asp And Pearl

There are clouds inside, nestled up against the roof.

Menu

  • Bang bang Cockatrice Bites. A delicious cockatrice meat treat.
  • Apple Pie. The absolute best item on the menu.
  • Dragon's Breath Rice. Spicy rice dish.

Characters

  • Hassan Faelyn. Dwarf Beekeeper ♂
  • Ruther Travis. Elf Paladin ♂
  • Aria Orsan. Elf Fighter ♀

Rumours

  • The town council answers to an evil god.
  • The water in the nearby lake can poison you.
  • There is an ooze living in the local church.

The Spicer And Maid

Map of The Spicer And Maid

This tavern only seems to have one window on the ground floor, but it's as big as a horse!

Menu

  • Caramel Apples. Apple on a stick with caramel topping.
  • Owlbear Ribs. These are some big ribs.
  • Griffon Horn Beer. The beer is particularly good.

Characters

  • Lana Gale. Dwarf Cantor ♀
  • Max Lachlan. Gnome Veterinarian ⚥
  • Lana Autumn. Half-Elf Juggler ♀

Rumours

  • The members of the hunting lodge are about to leave and hunt down a weretiger.
  • The mayor is cheating on his wife.
  • A carriage with no horse and no rider rolled through town last night.

The Releasing Mime

Map of The Releasing Mime

Magical light floats above the patrons heads here.

Menu

  • Chaotic Evil Dip. It's hot. Served with chunks of bread.
  • Egg on Toast. Can't beat this simple breakfast!
  • Veggie Stew. Stew with various vegetables.

Characters

  • Torek Darwin. Elf Thatcher ♂
  • Sam Shadowmourne. Halfling Street Performer ♂
  • Parker Frost. Human Pauper ⚥

Rumours

  • A travelling potion salesman is staying at the inn for a few weeks.
  • Three wizards live at Castle of the Rogue.
  • The Emerald Cottage was the site of a brutal battle. Ghosts are said to haunt it.

The Unfastening Pickerel

Map of The Unfastening Pickerel

The workers here wear red robes.

Menu

  • Strawberries with Cream. Perfect summer indulgence.
  • Creamy Mushroom Stew. A thick stew made with a secret spice.
  • Apple Fritter. Chunks of apple battered and fried.

Characters

  • Sohali Beech. Halfling Stonecutter ♀
  • Tiatha Hawkwing. Halfling Seamstress ♀
  • Alendra Wrynn. Half-Orc Gunsmith ♀

Rumours

  • The old blind beggar is pretending. He can see just find.
  • The butcher is thought to be a zombie.
  • A travelling salesman came last night looking to sell stolen goods.

Llewelyn Dempsy's Inn

Map of Llewelyn Dempsy's Inn

There's a large dance floor here, and a band playing at all hours.

Menu

  • Broth. Not a lot of choice here. But, uh, here's some broth.
  • Burst Onion with Fire Mage Sauce. Deep fried onion. The sauce is SPICY
  • Ham and Cheese on Toast. A toasted sandwich. Simple but delicious.

Characters

  • Zoe Bloodhoof. Gnome Silversmith ♀
  • Leif Knight. Half-Elf Cleric ♂
  • Eden Hillard. Half-Orc Quartermaster ⚥

Rumours

  • The town master's nose was split open in a fight.
  • There is war brewing to the east.
  • You may summon any elemental at The Salmon Cave.

Finley Alma's Inn

Map of Finley Alma's Inn

Only women work at this tavern.

Menu

  • Goat Feet. Who would think to serve this?
  • Chicken Tortilla Soup. Fried corn tortillas in a spicy soup.
  • Sticky caramel. A bowl of warm caramel with chocolate wafers to dip in.

Characters

  • Kendra Gemtree. Elf Toll Keeper ♀
  • Kendra Pierre-Dupois. Half-Elf Acolyte ♀
  • Maddie Wilbur. Dwarf Governess ♀

Rumours

  • There's a lighthouse on the coast said to be overrun with giant spiders.
  • A brother and sister are said to be able to speak to one another in their heads.
  • There is war brewing to the east.

The Hollow Herce Taphouse

Map of The Hollow Herce Taphouse

No weapons are allowed in here.

Menu

  • Lamb Chops. Don't think about the cute little lamb when you eat these.
  • Plum Sauce. Served with crusty bread.
  • Veal. This dish makes us sad.

Characters

  • Avery Ashfield. Human Bear Leader ⚥
  • Eldar Alard. Dwarf Hayward ♂
  • Ria Faelyn. Half-Orc Cleric ♀

Rumours

  • A brother and sister are said to be able to speak to one another in their heads.
  • There's a cursed sword in the armory.
  • An inventor in town has claimed to have invented a new type of ranged weapon which fires iron balls.

The Stamping Kirtle

Map of The Stamping Kirtle

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

Menu

  • Baked Cockatrice. Delicious and nutritious
  • Brown Sugar Glazed Pork. Sweet and salty.
  • Antipasto Platter. Meat and cheese and stuff.

Characters

  • Kyris Hume. Halfling Gravedigger ♂
  • Nayeli Wildwood. Gnome Farmer ♀
  • Josh Marshall. Half-Elf Commissar ♂

Rumours

  • The town elder is thought to be a dragon in disguise.
  • An elf named Cameron lost his wife recently.
  • The new tavern has a beholder brewing ale in the basement.

The Spry Watch

Map of The Spry Watch

This tavern is filled with the delicious scent of fresh baked bread. They don't sell bread.

Menu

  • Gnoll Peanut Soup. When gnolls aren't eating people, they make this.
  • Ham and Cheese on Toast. A toasted sandwich. Simple but delicious.
  • Hogs in Blankets. Mini sausages wrapped up in dough and baked.

Characters

  • Del Terryn. Elf Dealer ♂
  • Caitlin Karim. Dwarf Tax Collector ♀
  • Dael Brightstar. Halfling Drag King ♀

Rumours

  • A young man was seen sinking into the ground.
  • The town elder is thought to be a dragon in disguise.
  • It was raining gold pieces last night.

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