Taverns
Locale
The Pungent Cupboard
The signature drink here is called the Wailing Wight.
Menu
- Bourbon Chicken. Chicken covered in a delicious glaze.
- Cream of Glowing Mushroom Soup. You know how mushrooms glow in dungeons? It's that, but you can eat it.
- Fried Pickles. So salty but sooo good!
Characters
- Fletch Potter. Halfling Potter ♂
- Raven Ashbringer. Half-Elf Debt Collector ♀
- Alyx Korsk. Tiefling Fence ♀
Rumours
- The howls at night aren't wolves, they're hell hounds.
- One woman in town claims she is having a love affair with a minotaur.
- Trolls inhabit the nearby mountain range.
The Lazy Joiner Taphouse
The local militia keeps a room reserved in the back of this tavern.
Menu
- Roasted Tomatoes. Can be served on the side with any meal.
- Apple Pie. The absolute best item on the menu.
- Broth. Not a lot of choice here. But, uh, here's some broth.
Characters
- Hendricks Gellar. Tiefling Gladiator ♂
- Safia Altharia. Gnome Mercenary ♀
- Tatiana Barlow. Human Silversmith ♀
Rumours
- A circus is coming to town.
- It's going to snow.
- The blacksmith here is thought to be an Oni.
Tanar Baznak's Taphouse
The floor is sticky. Ew.
Menu
- Soft Pretzel. It's big and warm and YUMMY.
- Potato Salad. Honestly, it's a bit bland.
- Flatbread. A classic staple.
Characters
- Finley Ward. Human Hofmeister ⚥
- Natalia Morningstar. Elf Warlock ♀
- Brenda Kastrix. Halfling Clockkeeper ♀
Rumours
- There's a selection of books in the library that no one's allowed to read.
- The magistrate is going to arrest beggars.
- A new weapons store is going to open soon.
The Organizing Chalice
Card games are prohibited in this establishment.
Menu
- Oatmeal. The steel cut oats retain maximum flavour potential.
- One pan Minotaur Steak. A massive steak cooked with potatoes.
- Lizard Gruel. Yup. Just what it sounds like.
Characters
- Jonas Bloodhoof. Human Charioteer ♂
- Marilyn Weston. Half-Orc Undertaker ♀
- Lydia Vinder. Half-Orc Juggler ♀
Rumours
- The missing kids in town the last few months are the work of a group of gnolls.
- has been having strange dreams about a flesh golem.
- A large lizard was seen nearby.
Nathalie Stonetail's Tavern
You must answer a riddle to enter this watering hole.
Menu
- Veal. This dish makes us sad.
- Donut. Cake for breakfast, basically!
- Golden Potatoes. Small round yellow potatoes roasted and topped with melted butter.
Characters
- Mace Spall. Gnome Man At Arms ♂
- Fareed Kastrix. Human Paladin ♂
- Gowen Bigtooth. Half-Orc Fighter ♂
Rumours
- An army from a far away land is marching. They're expected to reach the town within a fortnight.
- The magistrate is hoping to break down on the new jail soon.
- A nearby town wants to join forces and overthrow the King.
Alyx Ironvain's Inn
An unusual aroma emanates from the kitchen.
Menu
- Worm Skewers. Please don't order this.
- Beef Cheeks in Red Wine. We're not telling you which cheeks.
- Water. For boring people.
Characters
- Don Nozzlenuck. Half-Orc Banker ♂
- Emyr Northrend. Dwarf Accountant ♂
- Falk Jones. Halfling Cleric ♂
Rumours
- There is an ooze living in the local church.
- It's said that bodies taken to Simone's Zeppelin may return to life.
- Lord Grandborne is coming to town.
The Prudent God Inn
Rumor is a yeti works in the kitchen.
Menu
- Elk Meat Sausage. A bit gamey.
- Egg on Toast. Can't beat this simple breakfast!
- Chef's Special. Whatever the cook has that's about to go bad!
Characters
- Sumesh Faelyn. Gnome Veteran ⚥
- Sigrid Deakin. Half-Elf Bosun ♀
- Sahin Boone. Dwarf Paladin ⚥
Rumours
- The old blind beggar is pretending. He can see just find.
- The local general goods shop was burned down. Something it was arson.
- That earthquake last week had something to do with giants.
Balur Beech's Taphouse
Famous for its salad bar. Salad and taverns, what a great mix!
Menu
- Corn Chowder. Ya gotta like corn to like this.
- Antipasto Platter. Meat and cheese and stuff.
- Broth. Not a lot of choice here. But, uh, here's some broth.
Characters
- Olivier Hawkwing. Dwarf Ranger ⚥
- Max Wazels. Dwarf Watchman ⚥
- Oliver Hickory. Elf Lecturer ♂
Rumours
- Orcs carried off several townsfolk.
- A painting was stolen from a powerful lord.
- Pixies live in the woods here. It's said they'll grant a wish to anyone who finds them.
The Prescribing Knacker
Some sort of strange shrubbery is growing across the stoop.
Menu
- Roast Goblin. Greenish slightly spoiled meat charred to a crisp. No goblins were harmed in the making of this dish.
- Sausage and Mustard. Served on a split roll.
- Puff Pastry. Good for breakfast or desert!
Characters
- Charlie Selentia. Tiefling Hayward ⚥
- Alexis Smyth. Half-Elf Sergeant At Arms ♀
- Levi Smyth. Tiefling Paladin ♂
Rumours
- The bees here make the best honey.
- A star in the night sky has moved.
- A man new to town is selling magical weapons.
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