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Welcome to West Durkget!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 12,679
  • Children: 31.00% (3,930)
  • Elderly: 10.99% (1,394)

Racial Breakdown

  • 4,261 gnome (33.6%)
  • 4,096 dwarf (32.3%)
  • 3,005 elf (23.7%)
  • 1,230 half-dwarf (9.7%)
  • 87 other (0.6%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 263 Businesses
  • 1,930 Specialists
  • 1,595 Residences

Summary [-]

West Durkget is a city in the Nillark Territory with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate city is densely populated (19,415/sq km), covers 0.65 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 909 meters.

Climate [-]

West Durkget has a Tropical Seasonal Forest climate, which is characterized by constant high temperatures and seasonal torrential rains, and has rainy and dry seasons. Winds in the region are wild and the temperature is generally warm with high variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

West Durkget sees a single star overhead: Cer, an average orange star. West Durkget also has a double moon: Spodi, an average rusty red moon and Thedose, an average light blue moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a scarred conglomerate stone embankment that is 14 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.74 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to West Durkget; 1 road is major. The city is lined with even dirt tracks in a fragmented parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, military, warehouse, trade, and industry.

Government [-]

West Durkget is governed through an emirate, where the supreme power is in the hands of an emir, who may be an absolute overlord with constitutionally limited authority. The government as a whole is seen as inept and inadequate. Officials in West Durkget are often seen as underhanded and the policies are hated. The political influence of West Durkget in the region is maturing due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

West Durkget is ruled by Bishop Illtssa Summerdrake. The Bishop has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is honored by the people. There is minor opposition to the Bishop and policies. The right to rule was granted by divine will, and that power is maintained through the tip of a sword.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a trade guild, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.36% of the population (46 adults).

Military [-]

West Durkget has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 1679 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 697 (5.5%). Of the active duty military, 71 (4.25%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and scarred embankment, West Durkget is perfectly fortified. West Durkget fighters are mocked for their use of simple clubs in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered excellently skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in West Durkget is currently healthy.

Resources [-]

West Durkget is known for the following resources:

  • Poisonous clam beds that are feared by magic users.
  • A creepy castle inhabited by wild dragons that are hunted by wenches.
  • Peacock musters that are feared by locals. Clapli Zhacloud said the locals speak of bags of copper hidden around somewhere.
  • Many creepy bamboo stands that are visited frequently by locals. One might find a stash of platinum in a well.
  • Many cobra quivers that are frequented by wenches. Rumors tell of a stash of silver buried near there.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Years ago, a witch frequented the swamps once a year. Commoners say that the witch will offer you sweets, then sell you into slavery.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, the royals of Colllia lived happily. Things were good, but one day a murderer named Gugan Oxclaw took over the town. The royals tried to stop the murderer, but didn't get close. Along came a orc named Chief Rhoduzg Neckcrusher, who was a skilled storyteller. Chief Rhoduzg had the thought to slay the murderer by killing the murderer while he slept. When Chief Rhoduzg Neckcrusher faced the murderer, Chief Rhoduzg Neckcrusher killed the murderer and rescued the hostages.

Events [-]

West Durkget is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome bats required. Will reward you with a land deed. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact Rxoten Dreadshadow for further details.
  • Needed: I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Xtok Foulshredder if interested.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Durdor Hawkmoor to learn more.
  • Help! Bored? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward available. Contact Jo Clayin.
  • Wanted: Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Experienced professionals only. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Borbul Oatslasher.
  • Bored? Someone stole my relic. Find the louse, dead or alive. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Tbkasr Evilstomach for further details.
  • stirge-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward is a priceless heirloom. No previous experience required. Contact Skarim Amberkeep.
  • Looking for work? Someone stole my cerimonial knife. Find the louse, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. May include some hazards. Contact Kzzar Cleavergloom if interested.
  • Help Needed: Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward available. Contact Rhubdag Necknor if interested.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Opportunity to earn a title. Guild membership required. Contact Xodbok Rockrot.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. May include some hazards. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Khalal se Khalssen.
  • Bored? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Must be quick on your feet. Contact Ghezor seh Ghessen.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Length of job expected to be short. Reward is a secret. Contact Tean.
  • Help Needed: Need a change of pace? wine tester wanted. Will owe you a huge favor. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact S'hooral seh S'herzor.
  • Help! Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward is a secret. Contact Dronir Stonefighter.
  • Help! Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward is a secret. Contact Done Marticombe.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Must not smell. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Duduk Bearroot if interested.

People [-]

The people in West Durkget are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Faeartlas Kennyrblade is a female elf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled jeweler. She appears xenophobic.
  • Barrun Silverstaff is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled scabbardmaker. He appears quiet.
  • Jory Casall is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a legendary hatmaker. He appears territorial.
  • Micke Hartt is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a gifted harness maker. She appears solemn.
  • Lorim Dogtun is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a mocked sage. He appears gosipy.
  • Illhiaanae Tyrfire is a male elf who is known in the region as being a decent mercenary. He appears thick.
  • Davey Stanll is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled innkeeper. He appears violent.
  • Tomeno Wizzbit is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a mediocre mercer. He appears impatient.
  • Delartaen Aleanglow is a male elf who is known in the region as being a decent seamstress. He appears insecure.
  • Brobul Oatkeg is a female dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled shoemaker. She appears deluded.
  • Alelantars Everwind is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled shoemaker. She appears embittered.
  • Tul Fusegadget is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled innkeeper. She appears sick.
  • Morond Gravelcairn is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a mediocre chandler. He appears beligerent.
  • Durdal Hawkfounder is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled soldier. She appears smitten.
  • Falorin Lightningaltar is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled scabbardmaker. He appears fashion concious.
  • Adaan Greasefuel is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled armorer. He appears cautious.
  • Ulag Honorbarrel is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled tailor. She appears nihilistic.
  • Falrin Darkeye is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a mediocre specialty smith. He appears nosy.
  • Jen Wizzjet is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled collier. She appears sick.
  • Wizkey Tinkertonk is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled maidservant. She appears gosipy.
  • Bellenava Ravenshine is a female elf who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled lawyer. She appears smug.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Elanalaen Dewspear, a guarded male elf. He is a ranger who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Loag Orangeankle, a pacifistic female dwarf. She is a monk who is fleeing an assassin.
  • Jam Blackcombe, a loud male half-elf. He is a cleric who is here to buy slaves.
  • Elaellaen Ravenwing, a homesick female half-elf. She is an expert who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Grimnir Bittersapper, an attentive male half-dwarf. He is a commoner who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Grumril Tinsmasher, a clumsy female dwarf. She is a rogue who is following the voices.
  • Joe Davett, a smug male half-elf. He is a sorcerer who is on a mission to capture someone.
  • Jory Stanhouse, a pacifistic female half-dwarf. She is a fighter who is here to secretly assassinate a merchant.
  • Don Roseham, a guarded male human. He is a commoner who is fleeing an assassin.
  • Comai Wildbrother, a forbidding female halfling. She is a rogue who is finding a missing sibling.
  • Balbor Coalbelly, a grieving female dwarf. She is a warrior who is finding work as a healer.
  • Adalaninne Baequistar, a solemn female elf. She is a warrior who is here to secretly assassinate a ruler.
  • Illelllleu Rilynnmist, a jesterly male elf. He is a druid who is finding a long-lost friend.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in West Durkget:

  • The Rampaging Peddler Amory [+]
  • The Wobbly Knife Inn [+]
  • The Hanging Baiter Mill [+]
  • The Knotted Cock Inc. [+]
  • The Last Jade Hats Shop [+]
  • The Divine Peacock Clinic [+]
  • The Salty Grog Lumberyard [+]
  • The Beefy Silver Shoppe [+]
  • The Laughing Riverside Wainwright [+]
  • The Crimson Ent Inc. [+]
  • The Victorious Flame Inc. [+]
  • The Whistling Swagger Inc. [+]
  • The Cloven Silver Inc. [+]
  • The Puking Hatchet Locksmith [+]
  • The Knotted Hearthstone Inc. [+]
  • The Stowaway Rock House of Colors [+]
  • The Horny Dwarf House of Law [+]
  • The Gelded Troll Inc. [+]
  • The Wandering Pipe Grave Diggers [+]
  • The Crippled Oarhouse Inc. [+]
  • The Six Wolfhound Dock Company [+]