Taverns
Locale
Dustin Bigtooth's Taphouse
There's a large dance floor here, and a band playing at all hours.
Menu
- Gazpacho. Cold soup.
- Chicken Surprise. It's fish.
- Dumplings. Served in chicken broth.
Characters
- Hugh Duval. Elf Detective ♂
- Nadeera Ghani. Dwarf Thief ♀
- Arios Colman. Halfling Tailor ♂
Rumours
- There have been human sacrifices at Blake's Cave.
- Giants have been spotted prowling along the countryside.
- The townskeeper is considering hiring adventurers for protection.
The Pork And Axe
There are two signs to this tavern, each with a different name.
Menu
- Honey Glazed Ribs. Ribs in a honey glaze.
- Honey Glazed Ham. A thick slice of ham covered in a honey glaze.
- Crayfish Stew. Crayfish boiled in a tasty broth.
Characters
- Landon Ashbringer. Elf Dealer ♂
- Cathleen Diamondtree. Elf Illusionist ♀
- Rey Everett. Human Bodyguard ♂
Rumours
- A pack of wolves have been prowling about at night.
- has wings that they keep hidden.
- More than one dragon has been seen nearby.
The Timely Page Inn
The skull of a wolf hangs over the bar.
Menu
- Puff Pastry. Good for breakfast or desert!
- Hand Pies. A pie you can take on the road! Apple, Blueberry, or Cherry.
- Chef's Choice. We don't know what it's going to be, but it will be good.
Characters
- Eldar Faelyn. Tiefling Scribe ♂
- Jacques Pierre-Dupois. Tiefling Rogue ♂
- Valeria Michaels. Tiefling Carpenter ♀
Rumours
- The other day a hunter tried to bring down a deer, but the arrows passed right through the animal.
- There's a mirror in one room at the inn which is actually a doorway to another world.
- A young girl is said to have powers that help her fight monsters.
The Washing Woolcomber
Meals here are served on fine china.
Menu
- Garlic Bread. Bread that's garlicy.
- Creamy Chicken Soup. Soup made with a cream base.
- Dragon's Breath Rice. Spicy rice dish.
Characters
- Vitriak Ironbane. Dwarf Former Adventurer ♂
- Tamsin Alhara. Human Warlock ♀
- Renee Reddy. Elf Sorcerer ♀
Rumours
- A band of goblins are sacking nearby villages.
- The ale from the tavern is brewed by gnomes.
- Ruins in the area show evidence that there was a battle fought long ago.
The Cutting Colporteur
Thick bands of wood frame the outside walls. They are painted a unique teal colour.
Menu
- Gingerbread Cookie. A delicious treat.
- Bang bang Cockatrice Bites. A delicious cockatrice meat treat.
- Roasted Turkey. Served with gravy and mashed potatoes.
Characters
- Muriel Cruise. Dwarf Runaway ♀
- Amaya Hasan. Human Mage ♀
- Muriel Whisperwind. Human Sheriff ♀
Rumours
- An invisible man has been creating problems in town.
- A town to the north was swallowed up by a sinkhole.
- There is a bush which moves around near The Cerise Town.
The Caltrop And Treasure
The back room houses a small weapons shop.
Menu
- Egg Roll. Delicious food from another land.
- Gingerbread Cookie. A delicious treat.
- Garlic Bread. Bread that's garlicy.
Characters
- Valnis Carson. Half-Orc Nurse ♀
- Ahsoka Pierce. Gnome Jester ♀
- Dieter Embers. Tiefling Street Performer ♂
Rumours
- The other day a hunter tried to bring down a deer, but the arrows passed right through the animal.
- The old woman who lives in the cabin just outside of town is a witch.
- A dwarf named Ragnar is looking for his family.
The Low Dragon Inn
You can win a free drink if you beat the bartender in an arm wrestling match.
Menu
- Cockatrice Wings. Fried in oil.
- Pork Spare Ribs. Add some dragon sauce to heat things up.
- Fried Chicken. Chicken that's been fried in oil.
Characters
- Derrick Autumn. Halfling Jailer ♂
- Ralph Roundtree. Halfling Philosopher ♂
- Eldon Barlow. Half-Orc Merchant ♂
Rumours
- Some of the beggars in town are only pretending to be poor.
- The town council answers to an evil god.
- A storm made of magical means is on its way.
The Knacker And Collier
Magical light floats above the patrons heads here.
Menu
- Bread & Cheese. A tavern staple.
- Mushroom Meat Skewer. Savoury steak and mushrooms, stabbed by a stick.
- Fried Trout. Sometimes the locals eat this off a stick.
Characters
- Karth Simpson. Half-Elf First Mate ♂
- Teresa Roderick. Half-Elf Detective ♀
- Sarab Alhara. Halfling Beekeeper ⚥
Rumours
- A nearby town has had rain for the last year and a half, every day.
- A nearby farm is haunted.
- The cook at the tavern will kill someone for the right price.
The Chalcedony And Gauntlet
Hunting trophies adorn the walls.
Menu
- Elk Meat Sausage. A bit gamey.
- Mushroom Meat Skewer. Savoury steak and mushrooms, stabbed by a stick.
- Tomato Broth. Tangy tomato broth served with melted cheese on bread.
Characters
- Jenny Amal. Gnome Barber ♀
- Kiran Northrend. Dwarf Sage ♂
- Jakob Ghani. Half-Orc Hatter ♂
Rumours
- The King is thinking about forgiving taxes this year.
- The local innkeep trades illegal goods from his cellar.
- A painting was stolen from a powerful lord.
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