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Welcome to Grinains!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 534
  • Children: 10.67% (57)
  • Elderly: 25.47% (136)

Racial Breakdown

  • 426 human (79.7%)
  • 63 gnome (11.7%)
  • 18 half-orc (3.3%)
  • 15 dwarf (2.8%)
  • 6 half-dwarf (1.1%)
  • 6 other (1.1%)

Misc.

  • 1 Districts
  • 22 Businesses
  • 32 Specialists
  • 71 Residences

Summary [-]

Grinains is a small village in the Upper Berkry Territory with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest small village is lightly populated (840/sq km), covers 0.64 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 902 meters.

Climate [-]

Grinains has a Tundra climate, which is characterized by year-round cold temperatures with permanently frozen ground, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are non-existent and the temperature is generally unbearably cold with moderate variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Grinains sees a single star overhead: Mec, a large orange star. Grinains also has no moons. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: an imposing black hole that has been around for millenia and an imposing supernova that has been around for centuries.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Grinains; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with broken cobblestone paths in a ray pattern.

Districts [-]

The city includes a mercy district.

Government [-]

Grinains 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 Grinains are often seen as virtuous and the policies are revered. The political influence of Grinains in the region is enduring due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population squabbles amongst themselves.

Leader [-]

Grinains is ruled by Steward Vothlak. The Steward has been in power for decades and is despised by the people. There is hostile opposition to the Steward and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained by draconian laws and underpaid guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a local thugs, who can be bribed. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being execution.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 1.12% of the population (6 adults).

Military [-]

Grinains has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 76 citizens (14.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 38 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 3 (5%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and lack of defensible wall, Grinains is suitably fortified. Grinains fighters are revered for their use of glaives in battle. They are hated for their rigid formations and are considered tolerably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Grinains is currently vibrant.

Resources [-]

Grinains is known for the following resources:

  • Substantial clay deposits that are hunted by wenches. Porraz said somoeone said someone found piles of emeralds buried near there.
  • Magical carnivorous peacock musters that are frequented by vampires. The locals speak of a chest containing small lyres in a tomb nearby.
  • Ancient guano banks that are frequented by unicorns. Rumors tell of bags of diamonds in a well.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Many years ago, the royals of Dolwater lived happily. Things were quiet, but one day Zrorarg Moksnapper the dragon took over the town. The royals tried to kill Zrorarg Moksnapper, but failed miserably. Along came a ogre named Daap Rocksnout, who was a valiant knight. Daap had the thought to slay the dragon by using magic to banish it. When Daap Rocksnout faced the dragon, Daap Rocksnout banished Zrorarg Moksnapper.
  • Legends tell of Jo's Fiddle, a legendary fiddle with the knack to make people cry. It was stolen from a locked vault.
  • In days gone by, the royals of Dawbor lived happily. Things were quiet, but one day a wizard named Ganthian Thunderkan slayed a local hero. The royals tried to kill Ganthian Thunderkan, but were caught. Along came Keeldra Plainchaser the minotaur, who was an expert bowman. Keeldra had a plan to trick the wizard by causing a distraction while others struck. When Keeldra Plainchaser faced the wizard, Keeldra Plainchaser tricked Ganthian Thunderkan and rescued Dawbor.
  • In times gone by, the villagers of Mount Frankald Junction lived in peace. Things were good, but one day a serial killer named Rugog Nightshredder took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The villagers tried to kill Rugog Nightshredder, but failed miserably. Along came a hero named Keelsey Swiftkos, who was a sneaky thief. Keelsey had the thought to slay the serial killer by causing a distraction while others struck. When Keelsey Swiftkos faced the serial killer, Keelsey Swiftkos banished Rugog Nightshredder.
  • A long time ago, a spirit named Priril frequented the field and was drawn towards misbehaving children. They say that if you face him, you will die within 24 hours.

Events [-]

Grinains is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Looking for something new? Require an instructor learned in morbid obesity research to tutor my child. Will pay in gold. Contact Danes Wilall.
  • Need a change of pace? ultimate fighting contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will reward you with valuable information. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Skadal Jetguard for more details.
  • wine tester wanted. May include some hazards. Will pay in gold. Contact Dzuezn Ranthowl.
  • Help Needed: Need a change of pace? non-lethal poison tester wanted. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Tmegd Damnmouth.
  • I have stirge in my basement, plz halp! Reward is a secret. Contact Ganah Legsnapper The Red.
  • Help! dungeon goop tester wanted. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Gkutkasr Cleavershredder.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Beauban Sumstride.
  • dungeon goop tester wanted. Reward available. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Yap.

People [-]

The people in Grinains are critical of outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Durrin Marblering is a female half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled woodworker. She appears scattered.
  • Joic Barne is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a decent porter. He appears solemn.
  • Joes Matster is a male human who is known in the region as being a mediocre interpreter. He appears guilty.
  • Mickic VanMarngham is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled laborer. She appears solemn.
  • Kobgug Bonecrusher is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a decent professor. She appears idealistic.
  • Don Gilton is a male human who is known in that part of town as being a renowned fishmonger. He appears guilty.
  • Mick Jackcombe is a male human who is known in the world as being a gifted woodseller. He appears battle-ready.
  • Grumrim Bearthrone is a female dwarf who is known in the world as being a decent librarian. She appears homesick.
  • Dones Goodman is a male human who is known in the world as being a mocked painter. He appears clumsy.
  • Mickic Castsford is a female human who is known in the region as being a mediocre illuminator. She appears thick.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Joey Davidin, a nervous male half-elf. He is a commoner who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.
  • Halellanae Blackheart, a treasure-obsessed female elf. She is a warrior who is cleaning out a monster infestation.
  • Daney Stoston, a boastful female half-elf. She is a fighter who is traveling with an expidition.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Grinains:

  • The Short Peddler Bindary [+]
  • The Fat Cavern Inc. [+]
  • The Ugly Giant Builders [+]
  • The Blue Skull Shop [+]
  • The Smiling Bunch Shop [+]
  • The Playful Ulcer Our Motto Is the Buckle Stops Here [+]
  • The Warm Flask Rugs [+]
  • The Mulled Halflings Beer Garden [+]
  • The Wistful Frog Store [+]
  • The Divine Whisper Healers [+]