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Welcome to Lower Kalax Rapids!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 499
  • Children: 30.46% (152)
  • Elderly: 11.22% (56)

Racial Breakdown

  • 387 human (77.5%)
  • 92 half-elf (18.4%)
  • 10 half-orc (2%)
  • 5 elf (1%)
  • 5 other (1%)

Misc.

  • 3 Districts
  • 16 Businesses
  • 21 Specialists
  • 56 Residences

Summary [-]

Lower Kalax Rapids is a hamlet in the Markry Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest hamlet is lightly populated (654/sq km), covers 0.76 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 983 meters.

Climate [-]

Lower Kalax Rapids 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 non-existent and the temperature is generally cold with moderate variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Lower Kalax Rapids sees a single star overhead: Melun, a large red star. Lower Kalax Rapids also has no moons. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: an imposing black hole that has been around for centuries and an imposing supernova that has been around for only a few years.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Lower Kalax Rapids; 1 road is major. The city is lined with broken cobblestone streets in a warped parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, poor, and professional.

Government [-]

Lower Kalax Rapids is governed through a dictatorship, where the ruler or small clique wield absolute power (not restricted by a constitution or laws). The government as a whole is seen as surprisingly decent. Officials in Lower Kalax Rapids are often seen as honest and the policies are honored. The political influence of Lower Kalax Rapids in the region is steadfast due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population squabbles amongst themselves.

Leader [-]

Lower Kalax Rapids is ruled by Leader Klonide. The Leader has been in power for decades and is despised by the people. There is minor opposition to the Leader and policies. The right to rule was granted by hereditary succession, and that power is maintained by strict laws and incorruptible guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a trade guild, who can be bribed. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being execution.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 1.00% of the population (5 adults).

Military [-]

Lower Kalax Rapids has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 71 citizens (14.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 32 (6.5%). Of the active duty military, 3 (5%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and lack of defensible wall, Lower Kalax Rapids is suitably fortified. Lower Kalax Rapids fighters are revered for their use of ranseurs in battle. They are hated for their rigid formations and are considered tolerably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Lower Kalax Rapids is currently uncertain.

Resources [-]

Lower Kalax Rapids is known for the following resources:

  • Abundant old rock salt fields that are avoided by unicorns.
  • A cursed shrine inhabited by poisonous quails that are feared by locals. Micke Robertsone said one might dig up a stash of small lyres buried near there.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Once upon a time, a spirit named Guk roamed the town at dusk and was drawn towards murderers. Folks say that if you touch her, you will be killed.
  • Years ago, the townsfolk of Holy Guernton lived in peace. Things were good, but one day a demon named Huril kidnapped a princess. The townsfolk tried to kill Huril, but failed miserably. Along came a hero named Doney VanClaysford, who was a skilled storyteller. Doney had the thought to slay the demon by killing the demon while he slept. When Doney VanClaysford faced the demon, Doney VanClaysford tricked Huril.
  • Legends tell of Donry's Jug, a cursed jug with the capability to summon angels. It was never recovered.

Events [-]

Lower Kalax Rapids is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • armor tester wanted. Reward available. Contact Jam Mores if intrigued.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward is a secret. Contact Ceezer if intrigued.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will pay in gold. Contact Zrabduul Armbreaker.
  • I'm looking for rare rats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward is a secret. Contact Delrigava Keenears for more details.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I have darkmantles in my basement, plz halp! Safety not guaranteed. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Drigbab Skullcracker.
  • brawling contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will owe you a huge favor. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Vaz.
  • Needed: Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward available. Contact Kiatsy Wobbjet.

People [-]

The people in Lower Kalax Rapids are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Alenalinne Whitesight is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled hatmaker. He appears exhausted.
  • Dones Dilmell is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a renowned bounty hunter. She appears pious.
  • Alanallleu Riveroak is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a mediocre brewer. He appears cowed.
  • Larrigssa Stillglider is a female elf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled bounty hunter. She appears contrarian.
  • Ilarttars Eyllissun is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled bucklemaker. She appears trusting.
  • Dane MacDilne is a male human who is known in the region as being a skilled wine seller. He appears drunken.
  • Davry Coling is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a mediocre dyer. She appears thick.
  • Joey Harsone is a male human who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled physician. He appears shifty.
  • Abalanava Everwater is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled pastrycook. She appears conspirational.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Jory Staerson, a treasure-obsessed female half-orc. She is a commoner who is doing something nefarious.
  • Adagin Jadesapper, an impatient female dwarf. She is a warrior who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Danic Kleinll, a flirtatious male half-dwarf. He is a monk who is seeking dishonest work.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Lower Kalax Rapids:

  • The Wandering Hen Furs [+]
  • The Broken Whisper Leatherworks [+]
  • The Wistful Kettles Shoppe [+]
  • The Shallow Tree Saw Mill [+]
  • The Slumbering Nomad Public Library [+]
  • The Crossed Grog Inc. [+]
  • The Flabby Mug . [+]
  • The Slumbering Ulcer Reference Center [+]
  • The Dirty Boar Guard House [+]