Taverns
Locale
The Squire And Crofter
Help is wanted here. They need a new cook.
Menu
- Bourbon Chicken. Chicken covered in a delicious glaze.
- Garlic Bread. Bread that's garlicy.
- Dragon's Breath Rice. Spicy rice dish.
Characters
- Vivian Duval. Tiefling Druid ♀
- Riley Bladefist. Gnome Storyteller ⚥
- Penelope Marshall. Half-Elf Accountant ♀
Rumours
- There is war brewing to the east.
- Ruins in the area show evidence that there was a battle fought long ago.
- It's said that the magistrate's wife is actually well over 200 years old.
The Topaz And Poulter
There is a drinking contest in this tavern every night at midnight.
Menu
- Zuppa Sword Coast. Potato soup popular on the sword coast.
- Caramel Apples. Apple on a stick with caramel topping.
- Potato Skins. Cheese and bacon baked in potato skins.
Characters
- Bebe Bloodhoof. Elf Armorer ♀
- Ragnar Rana. Dwarf Farmhand ♂
- Marilyn Alhara. Gnome Oracle ♀
Rumours
- The barkeep lost his eye in a war.
- The local gang has a new leader.
- Bandits are rumored to be hiding out in a nearby abandoned home.
Donovan Gale's Taphouse
You must be blindfolded before entering this tavern.
Menu
- Mashed Cauliflower. I mean, I don't know who would order this. An elf probably.
- Vodka. Alcohol made from potatoes. Sounds gross, but it will get the job done!
- Pumpkin Soup. The pumpkin's rich flavour makes a great soup.
Characters
- Olivier Ironstrike. Dwarf Physicist ⚥
- Doran Kastrix. Tiefling Herald ⚥
- Gert Fae. Half-Orc Acater ♂
Rumours
- A group of adventurers are warning people that a dragon is coming.
- A group of adventurers are in town, mourning a fallen comrade.
- Humans and elves are on the brink of a war.
The Horrifying Hide Taphouse
The bartender claims this tavern used to be carried upon a giants back.
Menu
- Ploughman's Lunch. Hard boiled egg, shaved meat, cheese, bread, and preserves.
- Cheese Pizza. Sauce and cheese melted on dough.
- Butternut Squash Soup. it's very, very orange.
Characters
- Nathaniel Scott. Half-Elf Teacher ♂
- Elvira Marshall. Half-Orc Scholar ♀
- Karen Todd. Tiefling Farmer ♀
Rumours
- Airship of the Fiddler is a great place to find a wife or husband.
- A kraken was seen at the coast.
- An old woman in town is said to have once loved a king.
The Attaining Staff
A dog serves food at this tavern, by way of a tray strapped to its back.
Menu
- Rose Apple Pie. Very mild apple pie.
- Tortle Stew. Stew that tortles love, lots of fish!
- Pot Roast. Hearty and filling.
Characters
- Sulfras Poots. Dwarf Weaver ♂
- Corinna Lighthands. Gnome Tutor ♀
- Kael Beech. Gnome Wizard ♂
Rumours
- The town keeper has been stealing money from the town's coffers.
- A lord's son has run away to join a group of adventurers.
- The blacksmith used to be a wizard.
The Troubled Kingfisher Tavern
There's a magical drink on the menu for 10 gp that will make you grow five feet for an hour.
Menu
- Broth. Not a lot of choice here. But, uh, here's some broth.
- Fried Apples. Absolutely the best way to eat apples.
- Baked Pheasant. The fanciest of birds.
Characters
- Illian Michaels. Gnome Tax Collector ♂
- Dawn Weston. Half-Elf Nursemaid ♀
- Sisco Haggard. Half-Elf Nanny ⚥
Rumours
- The trees in the nearby woods have been moving around.
- No one stays dead in the neighboring town.
- A local township may be preparing for war.
The Pribbling Riser Tavern
Magic users are banned from this tavern.
Menu
- BLT Roc Egg. Bacon, lettuce and tomato served in between a sliced hard boiled Roc egg.
- Porridge. Hot mush for breakfast!
- Fried Trout. Sometimes the locals eat this off a stick.
Characters
- Kael Oak. Half-Orc Barbarian ♂
- Bernie Grail. Half-Elf Leatherworker ⚥
- Sarab Laroque. Human Charioteer ⚥
Rumours
- A band of goblins sacked a nearby town.
- Some people in town think the butcher uses human meat.
- A dragon was killed at Steadfast Shire.
The Weaver And Scrivener
The sign above the door is worn with age.
Menu
- Shredded Beef. Served on tortillas.
- Braised Beef. Beef so tender it almost melts in your mouth.
- Battered Toast. A breakfast specialty, bread battered in egg and fried.
Characters
- Lar Enola. Half-Orc Poultry Keeper ♂
- Jacques Lonerock. Gnome Pupil ♂
- Sarab Ellis. Dwarf Assassin ⚥
Rumours
- Dwarves dug out a hideout hundreds of years ago nearby, but no one can find it.
- Someone looted a tomb nearby.
- The inn has a secret dungeon.
The Lovely Pick
This tavern floats a foot off of the ground.
Menu
- Roasted Duck. A cute little duck. Roasted.
- Cold Cut Sandwich. Cold meat between bread.
- Fruit Blend. Banana, apple, pineapple, and cherries mixed together.
Characters
- Rowan Monroe. Halfling Alcoholic ⚥
- Elevrir Windfall. Gnome Swineherd ♂
- Daisy Roderick. Human Charioteer ♀
Rumours
- A brother and sister are said to be able to speak to one another in their heads.
- The mayor is said to be a skin changer.
- The towns dogs have seemingly formed a gang.
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