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Welcome to Grindar!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 824
  • Children: 9.95% (82)
  • Elderly: 25.97% (214)

Racial Breakdown

  • 745 half-elf (90.4%)
  • 22 half-dwarf (2.6%)
  • 21 other (2.5%)
  • 9 gnome (1%)
  • 9 dwarf (1%)
  • 9 human (1%)
  • 9 elf (1%)

Misc.

  • 3 Districts
  • 40 Businesses
  • 70 Specialists
  • 98 Residences

Summary [-]

Grindar is a large village in the Lesser Nillmou County with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest large village is nominally populated (1,838/sq km), covers 0.45 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 756 meters.

Climate [-]

Grindar has a Temperate Deciduous Forest climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and dry winters, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are wild and the temperature is generally chilly with high variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Grindar sees a single star overhead: Sil, a large yellow star. Grindar also has no moons. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: a massive asteroid belt that has been around for millenia and an imposing black hole that has been around for centuries.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a pristine marble palisade that is 3 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.50 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There is 1 road leading to Grindar; no roads are major. The city is lined with pristine cobblestone paths in a wheel and spoke pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: arena, wealthy, and shops.

Government [-]

Grindar is governed through an absolute monarchy, where the monarch rules unhindered. The government as a whole is seen as surprisingly skillful. Officials in Grindar are often seen as upright and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Grindar in the region is flourishing due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population stages ineffective protests.

Leader [-]

Grindar is ruled by Shah Jam Brosford. The Shah has been in power for mere days and is honored by the people. There is minor opposition to the Shah and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained through vague threats and a constant state of fear.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a trade guild, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being maiming.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 1.33% of the population (11 adults).

Military [-]

Grindar has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 119 citizens (14.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 59 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 3 (3.25%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and pristine palisade, Grindar is moderately fortified. Grindar fighters are hated for their use of unarmed combat in battle. They are despised for their frenzied fighting and are considered suitably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Grindar is currently stable.

Resources [-]

Grindar is known for the following resources:

  • Berry fields that are frequented by locals. Glammugh Armbreaker said one might find a chest containing kitten mittens in a dungeon.
  • Vampire peacock musters that are frequented by travelers.
  • Paltry cobra quivers that are feared by kittens. Shokrog Backbreaker said rumors tell of a chest containing rubies hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times gone by, an old woman hunted the field on rainy days. They say that the old woman will ask for your help, then steal your soul.
  • Way back when, a serial killer named Pogan wandered the streets before dawn. Folks say that if you hear her, you will be stricken blind.
  • Legends tell of Xodet's Cauldron, a possessed cauldron with the ability to summon angels. It was stolen from a locked vault.
  • Way back when, the villagers of Jammead thrived. Things were always nice, but one day Rbadr Laughbasher the monster took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The villagers tried to stop the monster, but didn't get close. Along came Khalzin heh Ghezor the lizardfolk, who was a skilled storyteller. Khalzin had the thought to slay the monster by using magic to banish it. When Khalzin heh Ghezor faced the monster, Khalzin heh Ghezor tricked Rbadr Laughbasher and was killed in the process.
  • Legends tell of Rrararz' Crown, a cursed crown with the power to summon angels. It was stolen from a locked vault.

Events [-]

Grindar is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Help! Need a change of pace? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Gugan Oakclaw.
  • ultimate fighting contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Durbor Warmace.
  • taste tester wanted. Reward is a secret. Contact Illenanae Aleabreeze.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for rare rats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Zhanath Moksnapper if interested.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. May include some hazards. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Tharara Oatstalker.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Joe Stanton.
  • Required: I have squirrels in my basement, plz halp! Safety not guaranteed. Reward available. Contact Daves Andrbrook.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Opportunity to earn a title. No previous experience required. Contact Pok Rocktooth.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Reward is a secret. Contact Khalssen se Gheal.
  • Looking for work? Fighter seeks apprentice. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Porlak if interested.

People [-]

The people in Grindar love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Dav Stobrook is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a decent herbalist. She appears fashion concious.
  • Abarun Broadcavern is a female dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a mocked fishmonger. She appears thick.
  • Don Andreman is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled leatherworker. He appears easily offended.
  • Chaleninne Goldriver is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled roofer. She appears self-obsessed.
  • Gordal Barleytower is a male dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a legendary mercenary. He appears scattered.
  • Joic Harhews is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a decent baker. She appears pious.
  • Adagin Brassforge is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a decent cartwright. He appears pious.
  • Joey Frangan is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted mercer. He appears cautious.
  • Abanir Roarfinger is a female dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled watercarrier. She appears violent.
  • Doney Danville is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a decent magic dealer. She appears patronizing.
  • Alelaninne Hawklight is a female elf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled shoemaker. She appears egotistical.
  • Grumbin Ratshoulder is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled hatmaker. She appears forbidding.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Momn Cleavermouth, a clumsy male bugbear. He is a paladin who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Distra, a nihilistic male mindflayer. He is an adept who is seeking honest work.
  • Glotz Headcrusher, a violent female bugbear. She is an aristocrat who is traveling with a diplomat.
  • Darlanssa Riftbough, an attentive female drow. She is a commoner who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Ogzoz Headcracker, a worrying male orc. He is a commoner who is traveling the world as a missionary.
  • Halhiaaen Windhand, a guilty female elf. She is an expert who is finding work as a healer.
  • Erindar Grimkos, a nervous female minotaur. She is a commoner who is finding a missing heir.
  • Xuot Giantmaw, a worrying female goblin. She is a ranger who is finding work as a mercenary.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Grindar:

  • The Strangled Rock General Store [+]
  • The Wobbly Troll Hostel [+]
  • The Whirling Harpoon Butchers [+]
  • The Refuge Yawning Inc. [+]
  • The Wooden Monkey Temple [+]
  • The Northern Dog Inc. [+]
  • The White Crate Bath House [+]
  • The Drowned Ent Jewelers [+]
  • The Dry Mead Shoppe [+]
  • The Snoring Wig Healing House [+]
  • The Colored Jane General Mechandise [+]
  • The Hilltop Devil Druggist [+]