Taverns
Locale
The Eldritch Tyne
The tables here are old whiskey barrels.
Menu
- Dish of the Gods. The cook is far from modest. This dish is just okay.
- Honey Glazed Ribs. Ribs in a honey glaze.
- Chaotic Evil Dip. It's hot. Served with chunks of bread.
Characters
- Sion Orsan. Elf Sorcerer ♂
- Homer Hickory. Dwarf Exorcist ♂
- Jonas Altharia. Human Sergeant ♂
Rumours
- It's almost time to pay taxes.
- A manticore is hunting a group of adventurers who killed her mate.
- The howls at night aren't wolves, they're hell hounds.
The Zealous Mind Inn
There is a jousting tourney held once a month out back.
Menu
- Pasta Salad. Usually served as a side.
- Salted Lizard Eyes. Sometimes orcs order this.
- Pot Roast. Hearty and filling.
Characters
- Jerome Bowes. Elf Tanner ♂
- Alys Rana. Halfling Biologist ♀
- Brenda Hickory. Dwarf Barber ♀
Rumours
- The armorer for the king has been turned into a horse by dark magic.
- There was a fight in a nearby city at the docks.
- The cook at the tavern will kill someone for the right price.
The Daunting Striker
There's a shady looking customer alone at one table looking to sell illegal goods.
Menu
- Egg Battered Bread. French toast for world's that don't contain France.
- Candied Apples. Apple on a stick with candied topping.
- Tortle Stew. Stew that tortles love, lots of fish!
Characters
- Elliot Pierre-Dupois. Dwarf Scholar ♂
- Penelope Winter. Dwarf Scop ♀
- Cassie Ferrier. Half-Elf Drag King ♀
Rumours
- A local man swears he found the bones of a kraken deep in the forest.
- The mayor is said to be a skin changer.
- There is a sword lost in the forest which is said to have power against dragons.
The Wooden Word Inn
The beds are full and luxurious.
Menu
- Puff Pastry. Good for breakfast or desert!
- Garlic Bread. Bread that's garlicy.
- Whipped Cream. A small bowl of delicious sweetness.
Characters
- Madoc Spring. Elf Ropemaker ♂
- Brienna Mehmed. Half-Orc Apprentice ♀
- Elise Scott. Gnome Wheelwright ♀
Rumours
- It was raining gold pieces last night.
- There was a bar fight in the tavern last night.
- The King is thinking about forgiving taxes this year.
The Rusty Woolcomber
There is some sort of dog tied up outside.
Menu
- Owlbear Ribs. These are some big ribs.
- Black Pudding. It's better if you don't ask.
- Dragon's Breath Rice. Spicy rice dish.
Characters
- Kerry Weston. Half-Orc Minstrel ♀
- Morwen Summer. Half-Elf Admiral ♀
- Alexis Treespeaker. Halfling Thief ♀
Rumours
- Ruins in the area show evidence that there was a battle fought long ago.
- There's a talking turtle out by the pond.
- A new clothing store is going to open soon.
The Estimating Sword
The bar is wet.
Menu
- Flame Roasted Pepper. A red pepper roasted over, duh, flame.
- Roast Goblin. Greenish slightly spoiled meat charred to a crisp. No goblins were harmed in the making of this dish.
- Egg Wrap. A breakfast treat, scrambled eggs served in a tortilla.
Characters
- Adrian Zaros. Half-Orc Chef ♂
- Helen Autumn. Human Singer ♀
- Sisco Grief. Tiefling Wheelwright ⚥
Rumours
- The man in the corner is paying real silver for goblin ears.
- Pixies live in the woods here. It's said they'll grant a wish to anyone who finds them.
- The barkeep and his wife are polyamorous.
The Frong And Water
The floor here is heavily slanted toward the back of the room.
Menu
- Dragon's Egg Omelette. The claim that this is made from real dragon eggs is highly suspect.
- Bread & Cheese. A tavern staple.
- Pickled Beans. Great crunch and acidity.
Characters
- Marcel Mervor. Dwarf Warden ♂
- Orren Weatherby. Halfling Sergeant ♂
- Bundringo Clarke. Gnome Mathematician ⚥
Rumours
- An inventor in town has claimed to have invented a flying machine.
- The howls at night aren't wolves, they're hell hounds.
- Pixies live in the woods here. It's said they'll grant a wish to anyone who finds them.
The Claiming King
Thick bands of wood frame the outside walls. They are painted a unique teal colour.
Menu
- Egg Wrap. A breakfast treat, scrambled eggs served in a tortilla.
- Baked Potato. Big ol potato, baked and served with whipped butter
- Onion Soup. Dark broth with a lot of onion.
Characters
- Aura Zaki. Half-Elf Gentleman ♀
- Brittany Kaye. Tiefling Jailer ♀
- Kalak Zantus. Half-Elf Merchant ♂
Rumours
- A satyr has taken a room at the local inn.
- The town council answers to an evil god.
- The innkeeper is refusing to rent rooms to tieflings.
Kiernan Echols's Inn
Vines creep up the stone walls. There are so many that the windows are partially covered.
Menu
- Steak Burger. A thin burger patty on a toasted bun.
- Beef Cheeks in Red Wine. We're not telling you which cheeks.
- Bread & Cheese. A tavern staple.
Characters
- Dub Winterheart. Human Debt Collector ♂
- Janette Mulgrew. Halfling Jeweler ♀
- Jericho Barlow. Half-Elf Book Binder ♂
Rumours
- A stranger came to town, they have feet that look like bird talons.
- Three wizards live at Castle of the Yale.
- A portal to the afterlife has opened up in the center of town.
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