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The Thrifty Poacher Inn

Map of The Thrifty Poacher Inn

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

Menu

  • Halfling Hash. Hashed spuds with extra butter. Served in a bowl the perfect size for any Halfling.
  • Bacon Lettuce and Tomato sandwich. A BLT. Duh.
  • Onion Soup. Dark broth with a lot of onion.

Characters

  • Kalth Jayid. Human Houndmaster ♂
  • Jody Proudfoot. Gnome Beekeeper ♀
  • Ismael Echols. Elf Waiter ♂

Rumours

  • The mayor is said to be a skin changer.
  • was killed by an evil wizard.
  • Thieves have targeted nearby farms.

Joel Kovak's Taphouse

Map of Joel Kovak's Taphouse

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

Menu

  • Kappa Legs. Kappa are humanoid river dwellers. Apparently you can eat them.
  • Boar Meat Sausage. The chef has a special spice blend in the sausage.
  • Roasted Lizard. A little lizard roasted on a spit.

Characters

  • Amira Moonblossom. Half-Elf Bargeman ♀
  • Galvur Hynes. Gnome Bouncer ♂
  • Taylor Hale. Dwarf Bargeman ⚥

Rumours

  • The ale at the bar is non-alcoholic.
  • There was a fight in a nearby city at the docks.
  • The King is thinking about forgiving taxes this year.

The Gleeking Fishmonger

Map of The Gleeking Fishmonger

You have to know the password to enter this tavern.

Menu

  • Blackened Veggies. A mix of veggies on a skewer and cooked over and open flame.
  • Potato Salad. Honestly, it's a bit bland.
  • Goat Feet. Who would think to serve this?

Characters

  • Durante Hale. Half-Elf Chef ♂
  • Munir Sorra. Half-Elf Fighter ♂
  • Kirsten Windrunner. Elf Cleric ♀

Rumours

  • The constable had to flee town after killing a man.
  • A travelling potion salesman is staying at the inn for a few weeks.
  • The new tavern has a beholder brewing ale in the basement.

The Currish Melee

Map of The Currish Melee

The name of this tavern changes every day.

Menu

  • Marriage Soup. Greens and meat married in a soup.
  • Chicken Soup. When the place is out of noodles.
  • Hot Chocolate. So cozy!

Characters

  • Kali Norman. Tiefling Scientist ♀
  • Vetack Bladefist. Human Jeweler ♂
  • Taylor Crump. Dwarf Messenger ⚥

Rumours

  • An alleycat was seen playing the lute.
  • A yeti has been seen nearby.
  • Any goods you buy at the general store will vanish within a week.

Patrick Rucker's Tavern

Map of Patrick Rucker's Tavern

Two torches above the door are alive with blue fire.

Menu

  • Puff Pastry. Good for breakfast or desert!
  • Hot Coffee. Warm you up and give you a kick in the pants.
  • Burst Onion with Fire Mage Sauce. Deep fried onion. The sauce is SPICY

Characters

  • Tenjon Payne. Human Gameskeeper ♂
  • Vetack Whitestorm. Half-Orc Charcoal Burner ♂
  • Stewert Oak. Tiefling Bandit ♂

Rumours

  • A man new to town is selling magical weapons.
  • The magistrate has been bitten by a wererat.
  • One man claims dragons don't, and never have, existed.

The Replying Or

Map of The Replying Or

No humans are allowed in this tavern.

Menu

  • Rock Stew. It's not actually rocks ...
  • Nachos. Chips with cheese and other stuff on em.
  • Spiced Cider. Alcoholic and non alcoholic versions available.

Characters

  • Lucy Reddy. Halfling Priest ♀
  • Ember Michaels. Half-Elf Mortician ♀
  • Avery Wilbur. Elf Jester ⚥

Rumours

  • A satyr has taken a room at the local inn.
  • Pixies live in the woods here. It's said they'll grant a wish to anyone who finds them.
  • The trees here are alive.

Jayson Treespeaker's Tavern

Map of Jayson Treespeaker's Tavern

The bottom half of the door is blocked by sand.

Menu

  • Black Pudding. It's better if you don't ask.
  • Nachos. Chips with cheese and other stuff on em.
  • Roasted Stag. Big ol deer guy. Roasted.

Characters

  • Zyra Stormrage. Gnome Assassin ♀
  • Bundringo Scourge. Tiefling Skomorokh ⚥
  • Daventry Blight. Tiefling Tattooist ♂

Rumours

  • A druid named Malfurian is willing to pay well for mistletoe.
  • The King is thinking about forgiving taxes this year.
  • A star in the night sky has moved.

The Oily Diver

Map of The Oily Diver

Card games are prohibited in this establishment.

Menu

  • Crow's Dinner. A mix of nuts, sweets, and hard bread.
  • Spiced Tomato Soup. Tomato soup with a spicy kick.
  • Minotaur Pie. A "meat" pie using a meat substitute. Good for those beings who perhaps share a common ancestor with beef.

Characters

  • Brienna Ferrier. Tiefling Soldier ♀
  • Maddie Vinder. Dwarf Hayward ♀
  • Riley Ironstone. Dwarf Oracle ⚥

Rumours

  • The water in the nearby lake can heal you.
  • A man named Cyrus killed another man's wife and children.
  • One little boy in town was carved from wood and brought to life through magic.

The Boa And Yale

Map of The Boa And Yale

It's uncomfortably warm inside.

Menu

  • Dish of the Gods. The cook is far from modest. This dish is just okay.
  • Rye Bread. You can ask for it toasted.
  • Chicken Cutlets. Thin strips of chicken fried.

Characters

  • Balur Lesley. Gnome Gameskeeper ♂
  • Timo Masak. Elf Furniture Maker ♀
  • Dan Colman. Half-Orc Craftsperson ♂

Rumours

  • The ale at the bar is non-alcoholic.
  • A spirit is said to haunt the woods.
  • A giant bird has been spotted near Pit of the Pearl.

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