Taverns
The Portly Pope
There is a jousting tourney held once a month out back.
Menu
- Vodka. Alcohol made from potatoes. Sounds gross, but it will get the job done!
- Tomato Broth. Tangy tomato broth served with melted cheese on bread.
- Roasted Turkey. Served with gravy and mashed potatoes.
Characters
- Cassius Masak. Elf Mortician ♂
- Sumesh Massa. Halfling Soldier ⚥
- Justin Dempsy. Half-Elf King ♂
Rumours
- The water in the nearby lake can poison you.
- Lord Grandborne is coming to town.
- A portal to the afterlife has opened up in the center of town.
The Mariner And Servant
There's a large dance floor here, and a band playing at all hours.
Menu
- Whipped Cream. A small bowl of delicious sweetness.
- Puff Pastry. Good for breakfast or desert!
- Pasta Salad. Usually served as a side.
Characters
- Maz Zantus. Half-Elf Gambler ⚥
- Fribbington Brown. Tiefling Executioner ⚥
- Fribbington Rucker. Gnome Commissar ⚥
Rumours
- A door to the underworld is hidden in town.
- There is a bush which moves around near Celeste's Castle.
- Bandits are rumored to be hiding out in a nearby abandoned home.
The Cricket And Spider
The bartender here is a ghost.
Menu
- Veggie Stew. Stew with various vegetables.
- Caramel Apples. Apple on a stick with caramel topping.
- Garlic Bread. Bread that's garlicy.
Characters
- Michelle Mowbry. Elf Mercer ♀
- Quentin Browntree. Gnome Warlock ♂
- Arthur Hickory. Elf Hatter ♂
Rumours
- has wings that they keep hidden.
- There's a weird law on the town books that no one may eat between midnight and dawn.
- There's a vein of gold nearby.
The Hanging Woman
An illegal fight to the death fighter's tourney is run once a month in the basement.
Menu
- Blackened Veggies. A mix of veggies on a skewer and cooked over and open flame.
- Smoked Sausage. Extra smoke is extra great.
- Halfling Pretzels. Pretzels, but tiny.
Characters
- Kelsey Destrier. Gnome Cotter ♀
- Iris Ashfield. Human Thief ♀
- Eldon Pierce. Half-Orc Archaeologist ♂
Rumours
- If you order a light ale the barkeep just pours half the cup out.
- A local man swears he found the bones of a kraken deep in the forest.
- A spirit is said to haunt the woods.
The Gleeking Tithe
Famous for its salad bar. Salad and taverns, what a great mix!
Menu
- Pumpkin Soup. The pumpkin's rich flavour makes a great soup.
- Cheddar Frittata. There is parsley on top.
- Fried Potato Crisps. Like mom used to make.
Characters
- Sapphire Rucker. Human Sorcerer ♀
- Dora Ferrier. Half-Orc Builder ♀
- Gael White. Tiefling Tailor ♂
Rumours
- Someone looted a tomb nearby.
- Chains of the Bagger was the site of a brutal battle. Ghosts are said to haunt it.
- The barkeep and his wife are polyamorous.
The Trusting Mandrake
The sign above the door is clearly broken.
Menu
- Buttermilk Biscuit. A biscuit served with jam.
- Vanilla Pudding. Pudding. It's vanilla.
- Cheddar Frittata. There is parsley on top.
Characters
- Gavin Duval. Human Thief ♂
- Luna Turner. Human Beggar ♀
- Charlie James. Elf Comedian ⚥
Rumours
- That big abandoned farmhouse has weird sounds coming from it at night.
- A young red dragon is living in the forest nearby.
- There is a chest full of weapons buried somewhere in town.
Chloe Balbrek's Tavern
The floor here is heavily slanted toward the back of the room.
Menu
- Chicken Cutlets. Thin strips of chicken fried.
- Buttermilk Biscuit. A biscuit served with jam.
- Cockatrice Soup. Tastes like evil chicken.
Characters
- Angar Ward. Tiefling Physician ♂
- Isis Teagrass. Gnome Sergeant ♀
- Liam Loch. Tiefling Student ♂
Rumours
- A circus is coming to town.
- There are three mice in the inn that walk on their hind legs.
- The butcher is thought to be a zombie.
The Well Lit Hunter
Torches outside the door burn with green flame.
Menu
- Trout Sandwich. Fried trout on a roll.
- Hogs in Blankets. Mini sausages wrapped up in dough and baked.
- Mushroom Soup. A favourite with the locals.
Characters
- Amira Malfoy. Elf Cobbler ♀
- Blake Duffield. Half-Orc Wizard ⚥
- Doran Masak. Halfling Maid ⚥
Rumours
- A mill worker claims he saw a giant worm the other day.
- There is a bush which moves around near Spire of the Shadow.
- A dwarf named Ragnar is looking for his family.
The Charming Fork Tavern
The sign is made of stone, and lies on the ground, propped up next to the door.
Menu
- Red Wine. Why no spaghetti?
- Oatmeal. The steel cut oats retain maximum flavour potential.
- Bacon Lettuce and Tomato sandwich. A BLT. Duh.
Characters
- Anya Brightstar. Gnome Scribe ♀
- Homer Roderick. Gnome Illuminator ♂
- Elana Gale. Elf Busker ♀
Rumours
- A carriage with no horse and no rider rolled through town last night.
- There have been human sacrifices at Secret Lair of the Faceless Doctor.
- The town council answers to an evil god.
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