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Welcome to Forden!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 2,285
  • Children: 41.84% (956)
  • Elderly: 3.24% (74)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,031 half-dwarf (45.1%)
  • 398 gnome (17.4%)
  • 387 half-orc (16.9%)
  • 336 dwarf (14.7%)
  • 87 other (3.8%)
  • 23 elf (1%)
  • 23 human (1%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 99 Businesses
  • 294 Specialists
  • 231 Residences

Summary [-]

Forden is a town in the Outer Caploon Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile town is moderately populated (6,466/sq km), covers 0.35 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 667 meters.

Climate [-]

Forden has a Tundra climate, which is characterized by year-round cold temperatures with permanently frozen ground, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are strong and the temperature is generally unbearably cold with strong variation. Precipitation is heavy, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Forden sees a binary star overhead: Abal, a supermassive yellow star and Uul, a small orange star. Forden also has a single moon: Thelanoe, an average rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed wood barrier that is 4 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.81 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Forden; 1 road is major. The city is lined with bumpy cobblestone streets in a warped parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Forden is governed through a monarchy, where the supreme power is lodged in the hands of a monarch who reigns with constitutionally limited authority. The government as a whole is seen as mostly sufficient. Officials in Forden are often seen as incorruptible and the policies are revered. The political influence of Forden in the region is improving due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population rallies behind its leaders.

Leader [-]

Forden is ruled by Sultan Esteion Grimstalker. The Sultan has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is respected by the people. There is forceful opposition to the Sultan and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained by secret police raiding homes in the dead of night.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by an organized crime bosses, who can be bribed. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being fines.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 0.04% of the population (1 adult).

Military [-]

Forden has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 291 citizens (12.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 171 (7.5%). Of the active duty military, 14 (5%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and destroyed barrier, Forden is greatly fortified. Forden fighters are much maligned for their use of shortbows in battle. They are ridiculed for their phlanyx formations and are considered properly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Forden is currently crumbling.

Resources [-]

Forden is known for the following resources:

  • A new shrine inhabited by dangerous kangaroos that are visited frequently by locals. One might find bags of kitten mittens in a tomb nearby.
  • Chinchilla colonies that are hunted by townspeople.
  • Ancient rubber trees that are visited frequently by locals.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Ghessen's Hat, a possessed hat with the power to disappear on its own. It was stolen from a locked vault.

Events [-]

Forden is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Looking for something new? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will reward you with valuable information. Experienced professionals only. Contact Pobal Oaksnout for more details.
  • Needed: Seeking inter-planar messenger. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Woum.
  • Missing ring of Cerobleh. We suspect darkmantles are the culprit. Mild danger may be involved. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Xodemt Oozeshredder.
  • Needed: Bored? toads-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will pay in gold. Contact Carson Fusebun for more information.
  • Wanted: Looking for something new? tincure tester wanted. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Juneno Tinkerwink.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward is a secret. Contact Bap.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Mild danger may be involved. Must not smell. Reward is a secret. Contact Goivy.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward available. No pay until task is completed successfully. Must be a quick learner. Contact Haaellthil Wishseeker.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen bottle of wine. Will reward you with valuable information. Must be a quick learner. Contact Trun Nightcutter if intrigued.
  • Looking for work? Done Tramorth has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Dellanlleu Lightstar to learn more.
  • Wanted: A passing Barbarian is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Must provide your own transportation. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Davey Barand.
  • Looking for work? I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Must be a quick learner. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Skaag Quartzneck.

People [-]

The people in Forden are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Borril Jetmace is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a gifted woodcarver. He appears gluttonous.
  • Ellantel Morningsong is a female elf who is known in the world as being a decent salter. She appears worrying.
  • Elnalai Auvreadawn is a male elf who is known in the region as being a renowned pursemaker. He appears jesterly.
  • Torley Tiddlywink is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent banker. He appears forgetful.
  • Davic Harwell is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled harness maker. She appears impatient.
  • Doney Jameham is a male human who is known in the world as being a skilled woodworker. He appears territorial.
  • Falkon Clawcloak is a male dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a decent messenger. He appears guarded.
  • Jam Stoerton is a male human who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre shipwright. He appears violent.
  • Chief Rhotgab Moksnapper is a male half-orc who is known in the city as being a renowned glassmaker. He appears skeptical.
  • Don Sheall is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a gifted beer seller. He appears homesick.
  • Tomkey Triggerblast is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent apothecary. He appears unreliable.
  • LeDan Browood is a female human who is known in the city as being a gifted potter. She appears worrying.
  • Grumbor Pearlmug is a female dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted doctor. She appears pacifistic.
  • Dones Sheliffe is a female human who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled butcher. She appears egotistical.
  • Belnalava Wintersing is a male elf who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled armorer. He appears cautious.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Dav Greener, a jolly female half-dwarf. She is a commoner who is traveling with an important person.
  • Kramm Bonebreaker, a resentful female half-orc. She is an aristocrat who is finding a missing criminal.
  • Jamry Francore, a self-obsessed female half-elf. She is a sorcerer who is here to buy supplies.
  • Grimnir Bloodbarrel, a prejudiced female dwarf. She is an adept who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.
  • Donry Giacostone, a prejudiced female human. She is a warrior who is seeking revenge.
  • Yorrim Dragonslayer, an authoritarian female dwarf. She is a warrior who is finding a missing treasure.
  • Larriglas Featherweaver, a cowed female elf. She is a commoner who is traveling the world as a beggar.
  • Dones Casterson, a thick male human. He is a druid who is cleaning out a slum.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Forden:

  • The Lecherous Crate Blowers [+]
  • The Drowned Goblins Jewelers [+]
  • The Shining Mead Bindary [+]
  • The Wobblin' Crate Roofing [+]
  • The Dew Cup Force [+]
  • The Elven Goblins Vault [+]
  • The Screaming Song Timberyard [+]
  • The Red Pig Correctional Centre [+]
  • The Sleepy Widowers Inc. [+]
  • The Furious Horse High School [+]
  • The Drinking Clowns House [+]
  • The Merry Flame Beer Garden [+]
  • The Weary Thug Rug Shop [+]
  • The Dripping Hammer Herbalist [+]
  • The Playful Cloak Hostel [+]