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Welcome to Grandbar!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 28,160
  • Children: 14.55% (4,097)
  • Elderly: 22.75% (6,406)

Racial Breakdown

  • 12,813 minotaur (45.5%)
  • 9,012 lizardfolk (32%)
  • 3,436 bugbear (12.2%)
  • 2,084 halfling (7.4%)
  • 420 other (1.4%)
  • 395 deep dwarf (1.4%)

Misc.

  • 9 Districts
  • 522 Businesses
  • 4,344 Specialists
  • 3,439 Residences

Summary [-]

Grandbar is a metropolis in the Tremouep Domain with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate metropolis is sparsely populated (256/sq km), covers 110.00 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 11834 meters.

Climate [-]

Grandbar 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 non-existent and the temperature is generally chilly with minor variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Grandbar sees a single star overhead: Kroc, an average yellow star. Grandbar also has a double moon: Prola, an average briliant silver moon and Spolepso, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a flimsy wood rampart that is 3 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 50.56 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Grandbar; 1 road is major. The city is lined with well-maintained cobblestone paths in a contour-forming pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, wealthy, trade, industry, fine shops, shops, middleclass, and professional.

Government [-]

Grandbar 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 clearly incompetent. Officials in Grandbar are often seen as disreputable and the policies are revered. The political influence of Grandbar in the region is receding due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population gives up their freedom in exchange for security.

Leader [-]

Grandbar is ruled by President Jo Blackson. The President has been in power for many years and is despised by the people. There is public opposition to the President and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained by secret police raiding homes in the dead of night.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a crime mobs, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is rampant. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.58% of the population (163 adults).

Military [-]

Grandbar has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 3801 citizens (13.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1619 (5.75%). Of the active duty military, 142 (3.75%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and flimsy rampart, Grandbar is badly fortified. Grandbar fighters are much loved for their use of falchionn in battle. They are praised for their hoarde tactics and are considered perfectly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Grandbar is currently unwavering.

Resources [-]

Grandbar is known for the following resources:

  • Spider clusters that are hunted by locals. One might dig up piles of emeralds hidden around somewhere.
  • A creepy gazebo inhabited by poisonous woodpeckers that are feared by travelers.
  • A creepy castle inhabited by tame clams that are frequented by locals. The locals speak of piles of iron maidens hidden around somewhere.
  • A new shrine inhabited by carnivorous chinchillas that are avoided by townspeople.
  • An old shrine inhabited by poisonous beavers that are hunted by wenches. One might find a stash of rubies buried near there.
  • Hemp bales that are hunted by vampires. One might find piles of iron maidens in a well.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times gone by, an old woman roamed the region and was drawn towards acts of greed. Some say that the old woman will sneeze three times, then banish you if you are cruel.
  • Some time ago, the constable of Upper Daviswater lived happily. Things were good, but one day a vampire named Gozs slayed a local hero. The constable tried to stop the vampire, but didn't get close. Along came a fatalistic ogre named Dagan Rocksnout, who was an expert bowman. Dagan had an idea to slay the vampire by making a wager with Gozs. When Dagan Rocksnout faced the vampire, Dagan Rocksnout defeated Gozs and rescued Upper Daviswater.
  • A long time ago, an old man frequented the town when the wind blows from the west. Folks say that the old man will offer you sweets, then carry you away.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a monster named Porlak stalked the streets when the moon is new and was drawn towards acts of greed. People say that if you caught her, you will be stricken deaf.
  • Long ago, the villagers of Earlyers lived in peace. Things were quiet, but one day an evil dragon named Vaz kidnapped a princess. The villagers tried to stop the dragon, but failed miserably. Along came Jamic Brasford the lycanthrope, who was an expert bowman. Jamic had an idea to slay the dragon by using magic to banish it. When Jamic Brasford faced the dragon, Jamic Brasford defeated Vaz.

Events [-]

Grandbar is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Help! A passing Wizard is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will reward you with a land deed. Must be clean. Contact Darnaliyn Teasen'sorrow for further details.
  • Required: Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Safety not guaranteed. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Gabxie Rocketscope if interested.
  • Required: Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Serious inquiries only. Will pay in gold. Contact Elhkaro to learn more.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome gremlins required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Fax.
  • Need a change of pace? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. No pay until task is completed successfully. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Guduk Rockclaw.
  • goblin wranglin' contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will reward you with a land deed. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Dugan Rockbranch if intrigued.
  • Looking for something new? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will owe you a huge favor. Mild danger may be involved. Prior experience required. Contact Surps for more information.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward available. Contact Dabel Rocksnout for more details.
  • Help Needed: Looking for something new? Adept seeks apprentice. Will pay in gold. Prior experience required. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Elaion Mistcaller.
  • Help Needed: Blorrl has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward is a secret. Contact Gorkon Saltfoot.
  • Vab has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Must provide your own transportation. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Durmir Graycoin if interested.
  • Required: Monk seeks apprentice. Reward is a priceless heirloom. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Khubath Armcrusher for more information.
  • Need a change of pace? I'm looking for rare rust rats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Opportunity to earn a title. Must submit to background check. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Don Materson to learn more.
  • Required: Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Must be a quick learner. Reward available. Contact Vothkaro for further details.
  • Bounty for grigs, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Ulrun Marblemine.
  • Help Needed: Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward is a secret. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Shoz Neckcrusher.
  • Help Needed: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will reward you with valuable information. No previous experience required. Contact Rhoglu Bonecrusher for more details.
  • Bored? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Safety not guaranteed. Guild membership required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Brzar Ironstomach for more information.
  • Required: A passing Expert is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Allirette Fusegadget to learn more.
  • lock picking contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Safety not guaranteed. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Kexn Wormshadow.
  • Looking for work? Bounty for quazits, dead or alive. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Apdar Swiftwind.

People [-]

The people in Grandbar despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Thorkon Goodbridge is a male deep dwarf who is known in the city as being a decent tilemaker. He appears gluttonous.
  • Khalzin ahn Ghezor is a female lizardfolk who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled spicemerchant. She appears mocking.
  • Khalssen ahn Gheal is a female lizardfolk who is known in the city as being a renowned illuminator. She appears giddy.
  • Shedon Swiftis is a male minotaur who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre spicemerchant. He appears contrarian.
  • Raasok Wildmist is a female minotaur who is known in the city as being a decent artist. She appears easily offended.
  • Arrim Hawkcoin is a female deep dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled illuminator. She appears attentive.
  • Yeral fe Yeral is a female lizardfolk who is known in the world as being a skilled wagoneer. She appears efficient.
  • Grimdin Redroad is a female deep dwarf who is known in the city as being a mediocre cartwright. She appears patriotic.
  • Yeral heh Ghezor is a female lizardfolk who is known in the world as being a decent deputy. She appears impatient.
  • Goesha Stonespire is a female minotaur who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled shipwright. She appears embittered.
  • Balkon Broadslasher is a male deep dwarf who is known in the world as being a mediocre tilemaker. He appears efficient.
  • Falnelldo Fastlot is a male halfling who is known in the region as being a skilled porter. He appears gambling.
  • Khalzin teh S'hoorzin is a female lizardfolk who is known in the world as being a skilled furrier. She appears smug.
  • Gorril Pearlbread is a female deep dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre glassmaker. She appears spiteful.
  • Kzun Bladegloom is a male bugbear who is known in the world as being a decent woodcarver. He appears exhausted.
  • Sarn Youngbreaker is a male minotaur who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled shoemaker. He appears exhausted.
  • Tunugh Mokripper is a female bugbear who is known in the world as being a decent bookbinder. She appears shifty.
  • Rrasogh Headkiller is a female bugbear who is known in that part of town as being a gifted bather. She appears drunken.
  • Kods Nightstomach is a male bugbear who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned alchemist. He appears intimidating.
  • Clapios Runesplitter is a male minotaur who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled sculptor. He appears flirtatious.
  • Yerssen se Khalzin is a male lizardfolk who is known in the world as being a decent weaver. He appears smitten.
  • Maline Sproutleaf is a male halfling who is known in the region as being a horribly skilled miller. He appears smitten.
  • Po Slowbridge is a female halfling who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled bather. She appears thick.
  • Amagrim Scattergrass is a male halfling who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled armorer. He appears homesick.
  • Khalal seh Khalzor is a male lizardfolk who is known in that part of town as being a mocked scribe. He appears drunken.
  • S'hoorzin heh S'herzin is a male lizardfolk who is known in that part of town as being a skilled sage. He appears beligerent.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Khalal seh S'heral, an accusatory female lizardfolk. She is a druid who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Blugtorg Skullnor The Cruel, a boastful female bugbear. She is a barbarian who is here to buy spices.
  • Nbet Bladestomach, an embittered male bugbear. He is an expert who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Faleldo Sunwit, a xenophobic female halfling. She is a fighter who is here to buy spices.
  • Eringas Ragehoof, a pious androgynous minotaur. It is a warrior who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Khalzor heh S'herssen, a shifty male lizardfolk. He is a monk who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Toline Crazycobble, a gluttonous female halfling. She is a commoner who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Alius Orstalker, a smug female minotaur. She is a warrior who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Grandbar:

  • The Lost Halfling Inc. [+]
  • The Glaring Kettles Inc. [+]
  • The Robber Fox Inc. [+]
  • The Ever-full Urchin Tap House [+]
  • The Dirty Oarhouse Force [+]
  • The Victorious Wolfhound Inc. [+]
  • The Dripping Monkey Herbalist [+]
  • The Mad Helix Shop [+]
  • The Hilltop Ent Star Gazers [+]
  • The Dreaming Nomad Clinic [+]
  • The Golden Frog Inc. [+]
  • The Squalid Devil Shoes Inc. [+]
  • The Dirty Fireplace City Guard [+]
  • The Punchin' Wagon Locksmith [+]
  • The Stowaway Hops Color Shop [+]
  • The Old Bill Fine Bows [+]
  • The Robber Frogs Inc. [+]
  • The Royal Halflings Chop House [+]
  • The Refuge Urchin Inc. [+]
  • The Screaming Flask Timberyard [+]
  • The Slumbering House Reference Center [+]
  • The Stinky Elf House of Colors [+]
  • The Knotted Frog Inc. [+]
  • The Weary Fox Rugs [+]
  • The Slade Crate Charity [+]
  • The Wobbling Turkey Roofing [+]