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Welcome to Kalstein!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 114
  • Children: 30.70% (35)
  • Elderly: 10.53% (12)

Racial Breakdown

  • 76 troglodyte (66.6%)
  • 32 drow (28%)
  • 5 deep dwarf (4.3%)
  • 1 other (0.8%)

Misc.

  • 2 Districts
  • 1 Businesses
  • 1 Specialists
  • 15 Residences

Summary [-]

Kalstein is a hamlet in the Aquiemor District with a monster population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest hamlet is lightly populated (441/sq km), covers 0.26 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 575 meters.

Climate [-]

Kalstein has a Temperate Deciduous Forest climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and dry winters, and has prevernal, spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter seasons. Winds in the region are mild and the temperature is generally cool with little variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Kalstein sees a single star overhead: Nac, a large white star. Kalstein also has no moons. In the night sky, you see a celestial object: an imposing supernova that has been around for centuries.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Kalstein; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with muddy cobblestone paths in a linear pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: trade and professional.

Government [-]

Kalstein is governed through a republic, where the people's elected representatives, not the people themselves, vote on legislation.. The government as a whole is seen as minimally competent. Officials in Kalstein are often seen as principled and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Kalstein in the region is wilting due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population cowers in fear.

Leader [-]

Kalstein is ruled by Prime Minister Yerssen fe Khalzor. The Prime Minister has been in power for a few months and is feared by the people. There is hostile opposition to the Prime Minister and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained through a knowledgeable and just populace.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a local thugs, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being torture.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.88% of the population (1 adult).

Military [-]

Kalstein has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 15 citizens (14%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 7 (6.5%). Of the active duty military, 0 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and lack of defensible wall, Kalstein is tolerably fortified. Kalstein fighters are respected for their use of Javelins in battle. They are revered for their rigid formations and are considered poorly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Kalstein is currently healthy.

Resources [-]

Kalstein is known for the following resources:

  • Rich timber plantations that are frequented by vampires. Codi Boffingage said rumors tell of bags of copper in a well.
  • Scant vampire peacock musters that are visited frequently by children.
  • Tame bee hives that are avoided by locals.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In olden times, the royals of Decmer lived happily. Things were always nice, but one day a murderer named Pobal Boartooth slayed a local hero. The royals tried to kill Pobal Boartooth, but didn't get close. Along came a pious hobgoblin named Tburm Damnshadow, who was an expert bowman. Tburm had the thought to slay the murderer by using magic to banish it. When Tburm Damnshadow faced the murderer, Tburm Damnshadow killed the murderer and was killed in the process.
  • Many years ago, a Boogyman haunted the woods. People say that the Boogyman will offer you sweets, then sell you into slavery.

Events [-]

Kalstein 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. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Jory Matard for more information.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will reward you with a land deed. Must provide your own transportation. Contact Barril Darkcutter if intrigued.
  • Needed: Need a change of pace? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Per Montafoot for more information.
  • Help Wanted: Require an instructor learned in math to tutor my child. Reward available. Contact Abatlas Hlaeblaze.
  • Looking for work? I'm looking for rare beaky brain monsters, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Must not smell. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Zot Foulfury.
  • Bored? Turyes Strongthorn has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will owe you a huge favor. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Filellava Oussealight.
  • hotdog eating contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will reward you with a land deed. Must be quick on your feet. Contact Jamey Bartoen.

People [-]

The people in Kalstein despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Porg is a female troglodyte who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled ostler. She appears quiet.
  • Abadal Strongsmith is a male deep dwarf who is known in the region as being a mocked woodcarver. He appears outlandish.
  • Porkaro is a male troglodyte who is known in the city as being a decent adventurer. He appears cautious.
  • Yorrun Mithrilsmasher is a male deep dwarf who is known in the city as being a skilled laborer. He appears exhausted.
  • Alehiaiyn Riftsun is a female drow who is known in that part of town as being a gifted magic dealer. She appears mocking.
  • Gaenalssa Lightriver is a female drow who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled woodworker. She appears flirtatious.
  • Faehialas Wavemane is a male drow who is known in that part of town as being a renowned courtier. He appears giddy.
  • Tilraz is a female troglodyte who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre mason. She appears giddy.
  • Ghris is a female troglodyte who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled bucklemaker. She appears giddy.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Alaellai Norreborne, a healthy male drow. He is a wizard who is here to buy slaves.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Kalstein:

  • The Stinking Grog Studio [+]
  • The Yellow Horse Junkyard [+]
  • The White Hatchet Inc. [+]
  • The Sleeping Peacock Inc. [+]
  • The Golden Frogs Inc. [+]
  • The Lascivious Wig Inc. [+]
  • The Fallen Wench Inc. [+]
  • The Ruby Rooster Inc. [+]
  • The Wobblin' Oarhouse Construction [+]