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Welcome to Glidana!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 10,498
  • Children: 34.84% (3,658)
  • Elderly: 8.25% (866)

Racial Breakdown

  • 4,168 lycanthrope (39.7%)
  • 3,916 drow (37.3%)
  • 1,145 half-elf (10.9%)
  • 473 minotaur (4.5%)
  • 368 elf (3.5%)
  • 228 other (2.1%)
  • 200 human (1.9%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 228 Businesses
  • 1,568 Specialists
  • 1,199 Residences

Summary [-]

Glidana is a city in the Outer Calalak District with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate city is densely populated (20,224/sq km), covers 0.52 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 813 meters.

Climate [-]

Glidana 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 mild and the temperature is generally chilly with strong variation. Precipitation is non-existant, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Glidana sees a single star overhead: Cej, an average yellow star. Glidana also has a double moon: Spota, a large bone white moon and Chame, a large bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed marble wall that is 6 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 95% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.70 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to Glidana; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with even cobblestone paths in a grid pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Glidana is governed through an absolute monarchy, where the monarch rules unhindered. The government as a whole is seen as slipshod. Officials in Glidana are often seen as virtuous and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Glidana in the region is spreading due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Glidana is ruled by Shah Argan Carboncrown. The Shah has been in power for mere hours and is ridiculed by the people. There is open opposition to the Shah and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained by draconian laws and underpaid guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city watch, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 0.44% of the population (46 adults).

Military [-]

Glidana has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 1390 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 761 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 62 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and destroyed wall, Glidana is abysmally fortified. Glidana fighters are mocked for their use of heavy flail in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered excellently skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Glidana is currently weak.

Resources [-]

Glidana is known for the following resources:

  • Scarce bat clouds that are avoided by unicorns. Yeral se S'hoorssen said rumors tell of piles of rubies in a nearby pit.
  • Abundant berry patches that are avoided by zombies. Serbard Siretaunt said somoeone said someone found a stash of platinum in a well.
  • Paltry vegetable fields that are avoided by magic users. Darelltars Silvercaller said one might find piles of saphires in a tomb nearby.
  • Bountiful dangerous clam beds that are feared by magic users. One might find piles of saphires in a nearby pit.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Years ago, an old woman hunted the countryside during a full moon. Folks say that the old woman will ask for your help, then sell you into slavery.
  • In the olden days, a witch stalked the woods during a full moon. People say that the witch will offer you sweets, then carry you away.

Events [-]

Glidana is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • taste tester wanted. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Prior experience required. Contact Gabdan Triggertonk.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. References required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Halrigthil Maernweave.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Opportunity to earn a title. May include some hazards. Contact Oblog Mokcrusher.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Gardin Talonear.
  • Missing relic. We suspect derros are the culprit. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Mhozagh Armnor.
  • Bored? I have rabbits in my basement, plz halp! Opportunity to earn a title. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Hecarirun Cloudak.
  • Looking for something new? I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will owe you a huge favor. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Contact Gaetiyn Riverwaker.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Must be a quick learner. Will pay in gold. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Dan Kleinden.
  • Looking for work? Garnir Oattower has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. May include some hazards. Will pay in gold. Contact Glabag Neckripper.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will pay in gold. Contact Danry Marin.
  • Required: Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward is a secret. Contact Mickic Davidson.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Gorrin Greenchisel if intrigued.
  • Needed: I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome gremlins required. Will reward you with a land deed. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Falmira Overtender.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome beaky brain monsters required. Will owe you a huge favor. Special attire required. Contact Khalzin fe Gheal for more information.
  • I'm looking for rare imps, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Rap.
  • cockatrices-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Alahialas Brightsing.
  • Looking for something new? Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will owe you a huge favor. Must submit to magical scrutiny. May include some hazards. Contact Erlanthil Dryeardawn if intrigued.

People [-]

The people in Glidana despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Alavartars Shadehand is a female elf who is known in the world as being a decent illuminator. She appears clumsy.
  • Larriginne Shadowshade is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a decent undertaker. He appears chatty.
  • Mick Simonson is a female lycanthrope who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled forester. She appears outlandish.
  • Jory Casthouse is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a renowned jeweler. He appears attentive.
  • Basina Clawrangli is a female minotaur who is known in the region as being a decent porter. She appears pacifistic.
  • Dave Jacktt is a female lycanthrope who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled coach driver. She appears violent.
  • Belnallleu Broadwhisper is a male drow who is known in the world as being a renowned sculptor. He appears smitten.
  • Ilrath Domak is a male minotaur who is known in that part of town as being a gifted adventurer. He appears violent.
  • Podfort Icemarr is a female minotaur who is known in the region as being a decent bleacher. She appears flirtatious.
  • Jo Hargton is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a gifted roofer. He appears worrying.
  • Mickes Jackne is a female human who is known in the world as being a skilled coach driver. She appears mopey.
  • Alanaliyn Aleanbow is a female elf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled haymerchant. She appears worrying.
  • Don Antonore is a female lycanthrope who is known in that part of town as being a decent bookseller. She appears helpful.
  • Agios Entrailg is a female minotaur who is known in the city as being a gifted handyman. She appears chatty.
  • Dan Brangham is a female lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a skilled interpreter. She appears mocking.
  • Larelllleu Nightgale is a male drow who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled fishmonger. He appears fashion concious.
  • Taurinand Sumcaller is a male minotaur who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre timberwright. He appears smug.
  • Halartanae Shadowfire is a male drow who is known in that part of town as being a decent sculptor. He appears forgetful.
  • Darartai Spiritwaker is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled copyist. He appears melancholy.
  • Elanaltars Broadstalker is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent spicemerchant. She appears territorial.
  • Joey MacBernaewicz is a female human who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled copyist. She appears patronizing.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Larrigaen Hunithwhisper, a forgetful female elf. She is a cleric who is traveling the world as a beggar.
  • Ilyrigssa Riverhand, a melancholy androgynous elf. It is a commoner who is doing something secret.
  • Elanalava Froststride, a fashion concious male drow. He is a rogue who is doing something questionable.
  • Daney Davland, a smitten female human. She is a barbarian who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Danry Jackll, an exhausted male human. He is a paladin who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.
  • Halnalanae Hawkcloak, an apologetic male half-elf. He is a warrior who is delivering a message to a merchant.
  • Jory Colsford, an accusatory male human. He is a cleric who is here to buy spices.
  • Alelanai Skywing, a patriotic male drow. He is a commoner who is on a mission to collect a debt.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Glidana:

  • The Wanton Dungeon Night Smiths [+]
  • The Angry Wench Shoppe [+]
  • The Vulgar Priest Furs [+]
  • The Wistful Monk Store [+]
  • The Ugly Well Builders [+]
  • The Tired Flame Supplies [+]
  • The Belching Flask Shoppe [+]
  • The Glaring Stump Inc. [+]
  • The Naughty Wand Shoppe [+]
  • The Marbled Princess Inc. [+]
  • The Highlighted Wagon Star Gazers [+]
  • The Pink Dungeon Vinters [+]
  • The Frosty Ulcer Shrine [+]
  • The Blue Bag Shop [+]
  • The Violent Cavern Inc. [+]
  • The Wet Hole Butchers [+]
  • The Dancing Weasels Temple [+]
  • The Warm Helix Rug Shop [+]
  • The Shining Harpoon Book Smith [+]
  • The Salty Iron Timberyard [+]
  • The Fawning Imps Inc. [+]