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Welcome to Hambdar!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 19,081
  • Children: 14.20% (2,709)
  • Elderly: 23.00% (4,388)

Racial Breakdown

  • 7,976 mindflayer (41.8%)
  • 4,446 kobold (23.3%)
  • 4,427 lizardfolk (23.2%)
  • 935 bugbear (4.9%)
  • 783 half-dwarf (4.1%)
  • 323 other (1.6%)
  • 191 deep dwarf (1%)

Misc.

  • 12 Districts
  • 368 Businesses
  • 2,915 Specialists
  • 2,137 Residences

Summary [-]

Hambdar is a large city in the Eastern Picamoueese Territory with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (27,005/sq km), covers 0.71 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 950 meters.

Climate [-]

Hambdar 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 breezy and the temperature is generally pleasant with moderate variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Hambdar sees a single star overhead: Kroxol, an average red star. Hambdar also has a double moon: Prome, an average briliant silver moon and Chaka, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a cracking granite embankment that is 19 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.11 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Hambdar; no roads are major. The city is lined with well-maintained dirt roads in a grid pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, trade, industry, slums, civic, port, poor, warehouse, fine shops, arena, and middleclass.

Government [-]

Hambdar is governed through a theocracy, where a deity is recognized as the supreme civil ruler, but the deity's laws are interpreted by ecclesiastical authorities. The government as a whole is seen as sloppy and disorganized. Officials in Hambdar are often seen as crooked and the policies are praised. The political influence of Hambdar in the region is steady due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Hambdar is ruled by Chancellor Durgin Quartzbarrel. The Chancellor has been in power for years and is mocked by the people. There is secret opposition to the Chancellor and policies. The right to rule was granted by foreign imposition, and that power is maintained through a knowledgeable and just populace.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a trade guild, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.51% of the population (97 adults).

Military [-]

Hambdar has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2528 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1049 (5.5%). Of the active duty military, 107 (4.25%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and cracking embankment, Hambdar is terribly fortified. Hambdar fighters are mocked for their use of bastard swords in battle. They are praised for their hoarde tactics and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Hambdar is currently shaky.

Resources [-]

Hambdar is known for the following resources:

  • Endangered vampire beaver colonies that are avoided by wenches. Haahiaaen Dewweave said somoeone said someone found a chest containing kitten mittens buried near there.
  • Abundant bamboo stands that are hunted by witches. Jame Bartoill said rumors tell of bags of kitten mittens in a nearby pit.
  • An old mine inhabited by defenseless dragons that are visited frequently by zombies.
  • Magical crow murders that are visited frequently by locals. The locals speak of bags of iron maidens buried near there.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times gone by, the villagers of Copperden lived happily. Things were quiet, but one day an evil minotaur named Yerzin heh S'hoorssen kidnapped a princess. The villagers tried to kill Yerzin heh S'hoorssen, but didn't get close. Along came a hero named Ilyvarava Fairshine, who was an expert bowman. Ilyvarava had an idea to slay the minotaur by causing a distraction while others struck. When Ilyvarava Fairshine faced the minotaur, Ilyvarava Fairshine defeated Yerzin heh S'hoorssen.
  • Once upon a time, the villagers of Liddermead lived in harmony. Things were quiet, but one day Goduk Oxmane the wizard took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The villagers tried to kill Goduk Oxmane, but didn't get close. Along came Falgrim Roadwit the halfling, who was a skilled storyteller. Falgrim had the thought to slay the wizard by killing the wizard while he slept. When Falgrim Roadwit faced the wizard, Falgrim Roadwit killed the wizard.
  • In days gone by, the villagers of Elmavale lived in peace. Things were good, but one day an evil dragon named Asterion Runethorn destroyed a nearby village. The villagers tried to kill Asterion Runethorn, but failed miserably. Along came Kuk Ironhost the hobgoblin, who was a valiant knight. Kuk had the thought to slay the dragon by killing the dragon while she slept. When Kuk Ironhost faced the dragon, Kuk Ironhost defeated Asterion Runethorn and rescued Elmavale.
  • A long time ago, the constable of Mount Cambin lived happily. Things were good, but one day Blorc the wizard slayed a local hero. The constable tried to kill Blorc, but were caught. Along came a hero named Rxomd Rockwiser, who was a skilled storyteller. Rxomd had an idea to slay the wizard by causing a distraction while others struck. When Rxomd Rockwiser faced the wizard, Rxomd Rockwiser tricked Blorc.
  • Once upon a time, the townsfolk of Durlglade lived happily. Things were peaceful, but one day an evil minotaur named Porka slayed a local hero. The townsfolk tried to kill Porka, but were caught. Along came a accusatory kobold named Fat, who was a skilled storyteller. Fat had a plan to trick the minotaur by causing a distraction while others struck. When Fat faced the minotaur, Fat banished Porka.

Events [-]

Hambdar is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Arag Thudmead.
  • Needed: Require an instructor learned in morbid obesity research to tutor my child. May include some hazards. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Gav Coggleblast for more details.
  • I'm looking for rare cockatrices, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward available. Contact Harpne.
  • I have darkmantles in my basement, plz halp! Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Goim.
  • Looking for something new? grigs-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward available. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Kok Bladehost.
  • Waeter has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Botred Entrailg for more details.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome rats required. Experienced professionals only. Reward available. Contact Ser Lightningwick.
  • Wanted: I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will pay in gold. Contact Jo Dilne for more information.
  • I'm looking for rare rabbits, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Safety not guaranteed. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Ang.
  • I have stirge in my basement, plz halp! Will pay in gold. Serious inquiries only. Contact Xodurm Bladegloom.
  • Looking for work? sharpshooting contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Yorond Steelhand for further details.
  • Looking for work? taste tester wanted. Will pay in gold. Contact Kialey Tinkertonk.
  • Bounty for toads, dead or alive. Serious inquiries only. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Gugan Bearbranch for further details.
  • Help Needed: Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. May include some hazards. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Khalssen teh Khalzor.
  • Require an instructor learned in alchemy to tutor my child. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Dagsha Earthkos.
  • Help Wanted: Looking for work? Someone stole my statue. Find the louse, dead or alive. Accidental Death insurance required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Grinrrl.
  • Help Needed: unknown potion tester wanted. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Charigssa Windgale.
  • I'm looking for rare rust rats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will pay in gold. Contact Flutra for more information.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I have gremlins in my basement, plz halp! Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Bardor Ironaxe for further details.

People [-]

The people in Hambdar despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Davey Briling is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a gifted rugmaker. She appears violent.
  • Xrezn Evilbone is a male bugbear who is known in the city as being a decent bowyer. He appears forgetful.
  • Xteb Ghosttrot is an androgynous bugbear who is known in the region as being a renowned pastrycook. It appears cautious.
  • S'hoorzor se Khalzor is a male lizardfolk who is known in the world as being a mocked fishmonger. He appears jolly.
  • Enter is a female mindflayer who is known in the region as being a mocked cartwright. She appears idealistic.
  • Gordal Barleycavern is a male deep dwarf who is known in the world as being a decent entertainer. He appears fatalistic.
  • Tmomn Ghosttcutter is a male bugbear who is known in the world as being a renowned bleacher. He appears forgetful.
  • Wou'ith is a female mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a skilled ship captain. She appears trusting.
  • Arril Waveleg is a female deep dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent sage. She appears greedy.
  • Rat is a male kobold who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled ostler. He appears fatalistic.
  • Tudurm Ghosttfury is a male bugbear who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled cobbler. He appears helpful.
  • Trog Metalkill is an androgynous bugbear who is known in the region as being a mediocre glovemaker. It appears quiet.
  • Bronir Onyxhair is a male deep dwarf who is known in the world as being a decent specialty smith. He appears fatalistic.
  • Grimond Wisetower is a male deep dwarf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled painter. He appears violent.
  • Vesspne is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a gifted jailer. He appears melancholy.
  • Ghezin heh Khalzin is a male lizardfolk who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled ostler. He appears patronizing.
  • Bordal Roarcloak is a male deep dwarf who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled woodcarver. He appears violent.
  • Dones Briland is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled harness maker. She appears guarded.
  • Yerzor ahn Ghezor is a male lizardfolk who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled roofer. He appears jaded.
  • Fax is a female kobold who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted tailor. She appears nervous.
  • Snorond Firebrooch is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled jeweler. She appears patriotic.
  • Lat is a male kobold who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled engineer. He appears xenophobic.
  • Kzomd Foulrender is a male bugbear who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled cutler. He appears conspirational.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Ghezor se Yerzor, a nervous female lizardfolk. She is a commoner who is doing something questionable.
  • Nat, a nosy female kobold. She is a paladin who is here to buy supplies.
  • Dos Neckcracker, an efficient male bugbear. He is an aristocrat who is on a mission to capture someone.
  • Daves Marne, a fashion concious female half-dwarf. She is a monk who is here to buy spices.
  • Dot, a solemn female kobold. She is a wizard who is following the voices.
  • Zimub Headsnapper, a pious female bugbear. She is a wizard who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Durrun Rubyboot, a gosipy male half-dwarf. He is a rogue who is finding work as a merchant.
  • Gip, a treasure-obsessed male kobold. He is a warrior who is finding a missing artifact.
  • Dav Bartowood, an embittered male half-dwarf. He is a rogue who is seeking honest work.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Hambdar:

  • The Stowaway Demon House of Colors [+]
  • The Happy Paladin Millers [+]
  • The Playful Tower Our Motto Is the Buckle Stops Here [+]
  • The Last Cavern Hats Shop [+]
  • The Randy Wolfhound Prison [+]
  • The Stowaway Monkey Color Shop [+]
  • The Old Dog Bows R Us [+]
  • The Screaming Fireplace Timberyard [+]
  • The Crooked Weasels Inc. [+]
  • The Stinky Mead House of Colors [+]
  • The Shallow Three Saw Mill [+]
  • The Prancing Crate Our Motto Is the Buckle Stops Here [+]
  • The Yellow Three Waste Site [+]
  • The Stinky Elves House of Colors [+]
  • The Highlighted Rooster Star Gazers [+]
  • The Honest Wand Shoppe [+]
  • The Thirsty Flask Shrine [+]
  • The Stinky Snake House of Colors [+]
  • The Noisy Horse Inc. [+]
  • The Master Wolfhound Inc. [+]
  • The Stinking Fox Sculptures [+]
  • The Screaming Yawning Lumberyard [+]
  • The Slaughtered Bill Poor House [+]