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Welcome to West Diaghall!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 7,062
  • Children: 21.54% (1,521)
  • Elderly: 17.74% (1,253)

Racial Breakdown

  • 2,500 gnome (35.4%)
  • 2,112 dwarf (29.9%)
  • 1,053 human (14.9%)
  • 657 elf (9.3%)
  • 417 halfling (5.9%)
  • 262 half-orc (3.7%)
  • 61 other (0.8%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 168 Businesses
  • 1,039 Specialists
  • 792 Residences

Summary [-]

West Diaghall is a small city in the Censak Territory with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile small city is densely populated (12,690/sq km), covers 0.56 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 844 meters.

Climate [-]

West Diaghall has a Dry-Summer Subtropical climate, which is characterized by warm and dry summers with mild and wet winters, and has prevernal, spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally pleasant with little variation. Precipitation is negligible, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

West Diaghall sees a single star overhead: Bej, a large brown star. West Diaghall also has a single moon: Chadi, an average pale yellow moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a scarred basalt palisade that is 13 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.02 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There is 1 road leading to West Diaghall; no roads are major. The city is lined with crude cobblestone paths in a grid pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, poor, wealthy, and shops.

Government [-]

West Diaghall is governed through a constitutional government, where an authoritative document sets forth the system of fundamental laws and limits of that government. The government as a whole is seen as shrewd. Officials in West Diaghall are often seen as underhanded and the policies are mocked. The political influence of West Diaghall in the region is dwindling rapidly due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population turns against itself.

Leader [-]

West Diaghall is ruled by President Yap. The President has been in power for a few months and is praised by the people. There is forceful opposition to the President and policies. The right to rule was granted by appointment, and that power is maintained through random violence.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by an organized crime bosses, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is unheard of. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.28% of the population (20 adults).

Military [-]

West Diaghall has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 918 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 406 (5.75%). Of the active duty military, 29 (3.25%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and scarred palisade, West Diaghall is spectacularly fortified. West Diaghall fighters are ridiculed for their use of hand crossbows in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered greatly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in West Diaghall is currently shaky.

Resources [-]

West Diaghall is known for the following resources:

  • Elephant parades that are visited frequently by children. The locals speak of a stash of silver in a well.
  • Bountiful peat swamps that are visited frequently by locals. One might find a chest containing kitten mittens in a nearby pit.
  • A new tower inhabited by wild crows that are feared by gru.
  • Ancient peat swamps that are avoided by wenches.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Pobel's Key, a unique key with the ability to dominate others. It has been lost for ages.
  • Long ago, a murderer named Kammarg frequented the swamps. Folks say that if you see him, you will be killed unless you answer a riddle.
  • Way back when, the villagers of Ailari lived in harmony. Things were always nice, but one day Goedek Kazistalker the devil took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The villagers tried to kill Goedek Kazistalker, but were caught. Along came Arnva Fusetonk the gnome, who was a sneaky thief. Arnva had the thought to slay the devil by using magic to banish it. When Arnva Fusetonk faced the devil, Arnva Fusetonk tricked Goedek Kazistalker and was killed in the process.
  • In the days of yore, a minotaur named Bip stalked the world. People say that if you confront him, you will be eaten alive.

Events [-]

West Diaghall is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Required: Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather hydra blood due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Guild membership required. Reward available. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Falgrinine Crazyleaf.
  • Wanted: Bored? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Opportunity to earn a title. May include some hazards. Contact Weoun Domvidol.
  • Missing key. We suspect imps are the culprit. Experienced professionals only. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Mick Andreett.
  • Need a change of pace? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Mild danger may be involved. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Gwarigtel Starsworn for more information.
  • Bored? A passing Wizard is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Tgezn Greatdoom.
  • Bored? I'm looking for rare cockatrices, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Danry Davidrell.
  • Help! Commoner seeks apprentice. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Experienced professionals only. Contact James Broard.
  • Required: Require an instructor learned in local lore to tutor my child. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Narzar Metalbeast.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Grunrim Ratplate.
  • artifact tester wanted. Will pay in gold. Experienced professionals only. Contact Lodor Shinyslasher.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward available. Guild membership required. Contact Haaartlleu Myrthfeather.
  • Help! Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward is a secret. Contact Gazah Bonekiller for more information.
  • Need a change of pace? tincure tester wanted. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Xrurm Greatrot to learn more.
  • Bounty for grigs, dead or alive. Will pay in gold. Contact Jory MacDanerson.
  • Missing tiara. We suspect imps are the culprit. Opportunity to earn a title. Prior experience required. Contact Kilrr.

People [-]

The people in West Diaghall love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Ninby Cobblebun is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a mocked miller. She appears greedy.
  • Davey Martiman is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled bowyer. He appears jaded.
  • Chalenssa Dirthsworn is a female elf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled artist. She appears guarded.
  • Jenby Triggergauge is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a decent glovemaker. He appears helpful.
  • Dav Barham is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a mocked bather. She appears outlandish.
  • Aiita Wobbbolt is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned soldier. He appears grieving.
  • Danic Simonll is a female human who is known in the city as being a decent ship captain. She appears greedy.
  • Hewxie Thermobun is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a gifted maidservant. She appears scattered.
  • Khugak Backbreaker is a female half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted wagoneer. She appears solemn.
  • Abanaltars Wishbow is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent actor. She appears conspirational.
  • Barbul Coralhead is a female dwarf who is known in the city as being a mocked ostler. She appears skeptical.
  • Mickic MacClaycombe is a male human who is known in the region as being a decent rugmaker. He appears egotistical.
  • Mickry Antonbrook is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre deputy. She appears xenophobic.
  • Adarigaen Myrthwalker is a male elf who is known in the region as being a skilled plasterer. He appears thick.
  • Elnalaen Aleanfeather is a male elf who is known in the world as being a decent interpreter. He appears gluttonous.
  • Dane Southerson is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a decent butcher. She appears jolly.
  • Drorun Stormhair is a female dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre soldier. She appears vengeful.
  • Alavaraen Silentshadow is a female elf who is known in that part of town as being a mocked bookseller. She appears fashion concious.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Dave Greenand, a lonely male half-dwarf. He is a commoner who is finding work as a skilled laborer.
  • Chtuter, a scattered male mindflayer. He is a commoner who is fleeing debtors.
  • Kigan Bearroot, a patriotic male oddball. He is a commoner who is traveling with an expidition.
  • Co Hairybones, a mocking male halfling. He is a cleric who is cleaning out a wealthy person.
  • Dartlas Eyllisglow, an impatient male elf. He is a fighter who is traveling the world as an unemployed specialist.
  • Toshtred Quillhoof, a nervous male minotaur. He is a sorcerer who is traveling with an expidition.
  • Ilrigava Kindglider, a skeptical male elf. He is an expert who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Falbard Roadgage, an efficient male halfling. He is a monk who is here to secretly assassinate a merchant.
  • Aestai Frostseeker, a shifty female drow. She is an expert who is delivering a message to a peasant.
  • Momn Wormdoom, a gosipy male hobgoblin. He is a commoner who is on a mission to capture someone.
  • Be Sproutbrook, a worrying male halfling. He is an aristocrat who is fleeing an assassin.
  • Lik, a flirtatious female kobold. She is a warrior who is fleeing an abusive lover.
  • Rat, a worrying female kobold. She is a fighter who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Adarin Wiseback, an easily offended male dwarf. He is a monk who is on a mission to capture someone.
  • Adabin Dragonfinger, a giddy female oddball. She is a commoner who is finding a missing criminal.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in West Diaghall:

  • The Grumbling Hatchet Inc. [+]
  • The Sloppy Hole Study [+]
  • The Cloven Wagonhouse Inc. [+]
  • The Dry Devil Shoppe [+]
  • The Wobbling Horse Roofing [+]
  • The Singing Oarhouse Shipyard [+]
  • The Vulgar Kraken Furs [+]
  • The Master Hops Inc. [+]
  • The Wiley Alicorn Bath House [+]
  • The Hungry Hammer Legal Partners [+]
  • The Whirling Snake Butchers [+]
  • The Beefy Cavern Shoppe [+]
  • The Plaid Jane Hostel [+]
  • The Dwarven Maiden Wares [+]
  • The Stowaway Crate Dry Goods [+]
  • The Colored Halfling General Mechandise [+]
  • The Leaping Twins Blowers [+]
  • The Warm Fireplace Grave Diggers [+]