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The Gorbellied Tumbler Taphouse

Map of The Gorbellied Tumbler Taphouse

There are two signs to this tavern, each with a different name.

Menu

  • Mashed Cauliflower. I mean, I don't know who would order this. An elf probably.
  • Roast Goblin. Greenish slightly spoiled meat charred to a crisp. No goblins were harmed in the making of this dish.
  • Flatbread Pizza. Sauce and fixings on a flatbread.

Characters

  • Liberty Scott. Elf Prostitute ♀
  • Sumesh Faelyn. Human Butler ⚥
  • Dinan Moonblossom. Half-Elf Medic ♂

Rumours

  • The water in the nearby lake can poison you.
  • A giant ape is said to live near River of the Spy.
  • The town council answers to an evil god.

The Reeky Cannon Tavern

Map of The Reeky Cannon Tavern

The bartender has a pet monkey. Mr. Jingles more or less helps with things.

Menu

  • Lasagna. Classic pasta dish.
  • Gazpacho. Cold soup.
  • Spinach Salad. Iron helps us play.

Characters

  • Miriam Scott. Tiefling Steward ♀
  • Isis Anwen. Dwarf Cult Leader ♀
  • Liara Gemtree. Elf Cotter ♀

Rumours

  • The mayor wants to have a festival.
  • There was a bar fight in the tavern last night.
  • Orcs carried off several townsfolk.

The Prince And Tribute

Map of The Prince And Tribute

This tavern floats a foot off of the ground.

Menu

  • Gnoll Peanut Soup. When gnolls aren't eating people, they make this.
  • Hush Puppies. Battered and breaded.
  • Ploughman's Lunch. Hard boiled egg, shaved meat, cheese, bread, and preserves.

Characters

  • Amaya Weston. Elf Urchin ♀
  • Sebastian Spring. Halfling Clockkeeper ♂
  • Eden Mervor. Dwarf Elder ⚥

Rumours

  • A mating pair of Owlbears have built a nest in an abandoned building nearby.
  • The local tavern owner is thinking about not serving dwarves any longer.
  • A circus is coming to town.

The Hope And Stove

Map of The Hope And Stove

Magical light floats above the patrons heads here.

Menu

  • Beggar's Pie. Cheap meat in a pie.
  • Oatmeal. The steel cut oats retain maximum flavour potential.
  • Onion Soup. Dark broth with a lot of onion.

Characters

  • Jody Anwen. Dwarf Woolwinder ♀
  • Belor Pierre-Dupois. Half-Elf Baron ♂
  • Talwyn Rucker. Human Taxidermist ♀

Rumours

  • A man named Cyrus killed another man's wife and children.
  • A tiefling has been seen praying around town.
  • The woman who cleans the inn only works at night and has never been seen in the day.

The Butcher And Buckler

Map of The Butcher And Buckler

Card games are prohibited in this establishment.

Menu

  • Sloppy Ugnar. Chopped meat in a bun.
  • Dish of the Gods. The cook is far from modest. This dish is just okay.
  • Horn of Heimdall. A drinking horn the size of a horse's leg. If you finish it, you get your name carved on the wall of heroes.

Characters

  • Rowan Orsan. Half-Orc Cooper ⚥
  • Brian Everett. Half-Elf Senator ♂
  • Felix Anwen. Halfling Watchmaker ♂

Rumours

  • The townmaster is looking for adventurers for some quest.
  • Yuan-ti have been seen nearby, supposedly.
  • A local township may be preparing for war.

The Potable Yeoman Taphouse

Map of The Potable Yeoman Taphouse

Red and blue stripes are painted on the walls and ceiling.

Menu

  • Porridge. Hot mush for breakfast!
  • Borscht. No one knows what this stuff is.
  • Salted Lizard Eyes. Sometimes orcs order this.

Characters

  • Jaden Nighy. Halfling Street Artist ♂
  • Helen Oathstone. Gnome Vintner ♀
  • Maz Blueflower. Elf Exile ⚥

Rumours

  • The town elder is thought to be a dragon in disguise.
  • Trolls inhabit the nearby mountain range.
  • There is a sword lost in the forest which is said to have power against dragons.

Brenda Dempsy's Tavern

Map of Brenda Dempsy's Tavern

One window of this tavern is shattered.

Menu

  • Mashed Cauliflower. I mean, I don't know who would order this. An elf probably.
  • Borscht. No one knows what this stuff is.
  • Chicken Noodle Soup. Roasted chicken and noodles in a chicken broth.

Characters

  • Tavi Ashbringer. Half-Elf Student ♂
  • Riley Roderick. Human Sailmaker ♀
  • Aura Rowe. Dwarf Illusionist ♀

Rumours

  • A storm made of magical means is on its way.
  • The townmaster is looking for adventurers for some quest.
  • The drinks in the tavern are watered down.

Mack Clarke's Inn

Map of Mack Clarke's Inn

A crystal ball sits on the bar, it looks as though it's filled with smoke.

Menu

  • Roast Goblin. Greenish slightly spoiled meat charred to a crisp. No goblins were harmed in the making of this dish.
  • Pan Cake. A thin cake made in a pan. Is it breakfast, is it dessert? Why not both!
  • Bang bang Cockatrice Bites. A delicious cockatrice meat treat.

Characters

  • Taylor Weatherby. Dwarf Book Binder ⚥
  • Leo Weston. Half-Elf Poultry Keeper ♂
  • Sawyer Barrow. Dwarf Chief ⚥

Rumours

  • A murderer has escaped from the town jail.
  • The townmaster is looking for adventurers for some quest.
  • Cultists have come to town.

The Charlatan And Chain

Map of The Charlatan And Chain

A large dragon head is stuffed and hangs on the wall.

Menu

  • Chicken Tortilla Soup. Fried corn tortillas in a spicy soup.
  • Roasted Lizard. A little lizard roasted on a spit.
  • Battered Toast. A breakfast specialty, bread battered in egg and fried.

Characters

  • Tamsin Dalton. Half-Elf Shepherd ♀
  • Evonne Deadeye. Tiefling Seamstress ♀
  • Daphne Weatherby. Dwarf Governess ♀

Rumours

  • The barkeep will arm wrestle for money.
  • The blacksmith used to be a wizard.
  • Someone is making a flesh golem nearby.

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