Taverns
Locale
The Notable Crofter
Pixies flit about, above the patrons heads.
Menu
- Magic Soup. This dish is magical! No really, it's magic. Something magical will happen to you if you eat it.
- Onion Soup. Dark broth with a lot of onion.
- Lizard Gruel. Yup. Just what it sounds like.
Characters
- Violet Wretch. Tiefling Dealer ♀
- Miles Gleeson. Half-Orc King ♂
- Marina Weston. Half-Elf Rogue ♀
Rumours
- has wings that they keep hidden.
- The local gang has a new leader.
- Last week someone caught a fish with a human face in the pond.
Hayden Rowan's Inn
It looks like someone is repairing the stoop.
Menu
- Marriage Soup. Greens and meat married in a soup.
- Veal. This dish makes us sad.
- Vodka. Alcohol made from potatoes. Sounds gross, but it will get the job done!
Characters
- Doran Fae. Dwarf Shepherd ⚥
- Bernie Garnik. Halfling Sailor ⚥
- Skylar Mehmed. Human Archaeologist ♀
Rumours
- Two orcs fought for dominance at Clearing of the Dove.
- The constable's wife is a hag in disguise.
- A murderer has escaped from the town jail.
The Puking Captain
Help is wanted here. They need a new cook.
Menu
- Bean Salad. Some beans. There's white beans, and red ones, and, um these dark ones.
- Bread Soup. Hope you like bread!
- Chef's Choice. We don't know what it's going to be, but it will be good.
Characters
- Manuel Connington. Tiefling Scout ♂
- Diego Hogan. Gnome Ward ♂
- Vivian Rowe. Half-Orc Abbess ♀
Rumours
- The local constable is a vampire.
- A star in the night sky has moved.
- An undead adventurer saved a princess.
The Worst Cocket
Drinks here are served in rudimentary clay mugs.
Menu
- Cheddar Frittata. There is parsley on top.
- Halfling Hash. Hashed spuds with extra butter. Served in a bowl the perfect size for any Halfling.
- Sausage and Mustard. Served on a split roll.
Characters
- Cordelia Mervor. Dwarf Cleric ♀
- Fletch Mournhell. Half-Elf Naperer ♂
- Lillian Carson. Human Chancellor ♀
Rumours
- The King is thinking about forgiving taxes this year.
- Last week someone caught a fish with a human face in the pond.
- There's a selection of books in the library that no one's allowed to read.
The Prestigious Manticore
1 in 100 drinks in this tavern is poisoned.
Menu
- Pickled Beans. Great crunch and acidity.
- Beggar's Pie. Cheap meat in a pie.
- Apple Fritter. Chunks of apple battered and fried.
Characters
- Sumesh Marshall. Half-Orc Waiter ⚥
- Jody Payne. Dwarf Ward ♀
- Maz Mournhell. Dwarf Shipwright ⚥
Rumours
- There's a vein of gold nearby.
- A dragon was killed at Marilyn's Anvil.
- The brother down the road is said to have tieflings working there.
The Lighthearted Raker Tavern
This tavern specializes in bread. It smells amazing.
Menu
- Minotaur Rocks. Supposedly minotaur testicles. Who knows though.
- Cold Cut Sandwich. Cold meat between bread.
- Onion Soup. Dark broth with a lot of onion.
Characters
- Mugheer Stonesworn. Human Leatherworker ♂
- Sawyer Clarke. Human Librarian ⚥
- Orren Weston. Half-Elf Juggler ♂
Rumours
- Tiny men and women have been seen among the rafters of the tavern.
- There's silver in a nearby mountain.
- There is an ooze living in the local church.
The Avaricious Shilling
The bartender is a clockwork construct.
Menu
- Roast Beef. It's a bit overcooked.
- Poisoned Apple. It's not real poison! Meade injected into an apple.
- Strawberries with Cream. Perfect summer indulgence.
Characters
- Talia Miller. Half-Elf Squire ♀
- Julia Broadbent. Half-Orc Prisoner ♀
- River Smyth. Human Cleric ⚥
Rumours
- The local constable is a vampire.
- A group of Kuo-toa live in the pond nearby.
- It's said that bodies taken to Frank's Zeppelin may return to life.
The Piper And Son
An unusual aroma emanates from the kitchen.
Menu
- Rye Bread. You can ask for it toasted.
- Ham and Cheese on Toast. A toasted sandwich. Simple but delicious.
- Fried Apples. Absolutely the best way to eat apples.
Characters
- Bashara Connington. Gnome Clown ♀
- Aria Arrias. Human Judge ♀
- Elise Amal. Gnome Wizard ♀
Rumours
- At midnight the dead can rise for one hour.
- The cook at the tavern will kill someone for the right price.
- The local general goods shop was burned down. Something it was arson.
The Goblet And Guild
The door to this tavern is always locked.
Menu
- Creamy Mushroom Stew. A thick stew made with a secret spice.
- Golden Potatoes. Small round yellow potatoes roasted and topped with melted butter.
- Corn Fritter. Corn battered and fried.
Characters
- Paddy Ward. Dwarf Tutor ♂
- Kyris Thalnir. Dwarf King ♂
- Frank Sweeny. Human Debt Collector ♂
Rumours
- The butcher uses humanoid meat.
- A local township may be preparing for war.
- It's said that bodies taken to Cave of the Zebra may return to life.
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