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Welcome to Jonesstone!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,192
  • Children: 9.98% (119)
  • Elderly: 25.92% (309)

Racial Breakdown

  • 670 half-orc (56.2%)
  • 225 gnome (18.8%)
  • 103 half-dwarf (8.6%)
  • 99 human (8.3%)
  • 67 elf (5.6%)
  • 16 other (1.3%)
  • 12 dwarf (1%)

Misc.

  • 1 Districts
  • 61 Businesses
  • 114 Specialists
  • 136 Residences

Summary [-]

Jonesstone is a small town in the Marnahan Territory with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest small town is sparsely populated (3,646/sq km), covers 0.33 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 648 meters.

Climate [-]

Jonesstone 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 strong and the temperature is generally cool with strong variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Jonesstone sees a binary star overhead: Uuk, an average yellow star and Sir, an average blue star. Jonesstone also has a single moon: Elaropa, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: a massive nearby planet that has been around for time immemorial and a massive pulsar that has been around for generations.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed sandstone barricade that is 10 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.65 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to Jonesstone; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with smooth cobblestone streets in a grid pattern.

Districts [-]

The city includes a trade district.

Government [-]

Jonesstone is governed through an ecclesiastical government, where the government administrated by a church.. The government as a whole is seen as effective overall. Officials in Jonesstone are often seen as incorruptible and the policies are despised. The political influence of Jonesstone in the region is spreading due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population comes together and fights as one.

Leader [-]

Jonesstone is ruled by Chancellor Tuderm Evilfury. The Chancellor has been in power for a few months and is respected by the people. There is forceful opposition to the Chancellor and policies. The right to rule was granted by constitution, and that power is maintained through vague promises and a constant state of hope.

Laws [-]

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

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 1.59% of the population (19 adults).

Military [-]

Jonesstone has a positive attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 178 citizens (15%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 89 (7.5%). Of the active duty military, 9 (5.25%) are special forces. Due to their positive attitude and destroyed barricade, Jonesstone is properly fortified. Jonesstone fighters are despised for their use of battle axes in battle. They are much maligned for their phlanyx formations and are considered reasonably well skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Jonesstone is currently weak.

Resources [-]

Jonesstone is known for the following resources:

  • An old castle inhabited by defenseless kittens that are feared by unicorns. Moten Rockshredder said one might find a stash of silver hidden around somewhere.
  • A new tower inhabited by vampire kittens that are avoided by travelers.
  • Poisonous caterpillar nests that are hunted by witches. One might find bags of copper in a dungeon.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the days of yore, the villagers of Mount LeGoldtop lived in peace. Things were always nice, but one day Yap the dragon took over the town. The villagers tried to kill Yap, but didn't get close. Along came a human named Davic Greenbrook, who was an expert bowman. Davic had a plan to trick the dragon by causing a distraction while others struck. When Davic Greenbrook faced the dragon, Davic Greenbrook banished Yap.
  • Long, long ago, the villagers of Bonawater Rock lived in harmony. Things were quiet, but one day a lich named Trashugh Legsnapper destroyed a nearby village. The villagers tried to kill Trashugh Legsnapper, but failed miserably. Along came a impatient half-elf named Belhiaaen Nightmane, who was a sneaky thief. Belhiaaen had a plan to trick the lich by making a wager with Trashugh Legsnapper. When Belhiaaen Nightmane faced the lich, Belhiaaen Nightmane killed the lich.
  • Long, long ago, the constable of Flemdar lived in peace. Things were quiet, but one day a spirit named Khalal fe Ghezor destroyed a nearby village. The constable tried to stop the spirit, but didn't get close. Along came a healthy drow named Larartava Silentborne, who was a sneaky thief. Larartava had an idea to slay the spirit by using magic to banish it. When Larartava Silentborne faced the spirit, Larartava Silentborne banished Khalal fe Ghezor and rescued the hostages.
  • In the days of yore, an old woman hunted the countryside on gloomy days. Some say that the old woman will sneeze three times, then sell you into slavery.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a dragon named Helatred stalked the countryside. Villagers say that if you hear her, you will die within 24 hours.

Events [-]

Jonesstone is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Bored? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward is a secret. Contact Delhiaaen Myrthgale to learn more.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with a land deed. Must submit to background check. Contact Fat.
  • Help Needed: Bounty for rust rats, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Bab Greasetonk.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will pay in gold. Contact Joes Morill.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward is a priceless heirloom. May include some hazards. Contact Ilttars Maernweave.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen lucky stone. Safety not guaranteed. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Babvin Electrogadget to learn more.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Experienced professionals only. Reward available. Contact Rbegd Laughgloom.
  • Required: Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will pay in gold. Must submit to background check. 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.

People [-]

The people in Jonesstone accept outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Blabgak Necknor is a male half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled courtier. He appears efficient.
  • Jame Dilrell is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled professor. He appears attentive.
  • Delriginne Tyrneahunter is a female elf who is known in the region as being a skilled messenger. She appears insecure.
  • Don Barley is a male half-orc who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled brewer. He appears unreliable.
  • Bonva Electroblast is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled pastrycook. He appears efficient.
  • Wiz Rocketscope is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a decent laborer. He appears mopey.
  • Car Greasejet is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a decent locksmith. She appears pacifistic.
  • Dones Francbrook is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a skilled sheriff. He appears cautious.
  • Grumrin Clayeye is a male dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent haymerchant. He appears egotistical.
  • Drogar Graygrave is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled scabbardmaker. He appears exhausted.
  • Lokon Quartzhill is a female dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent bookseller. She appears mopey.
  • Jun Triggergauge is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled bounty hunter. He appears forbidding.
  • Grimdal Coralhunter is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled woodseller. He appears self-obsessed.
  • Jame Gilord is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a skilled trader. She appears gosipy.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Grinide, a territorial male mindflayer. He is an expert who is following rumors of riches.
  • Hecarinus Strongstrider, a fatalistic female minotaur. She is a cleric who is traveling with an important person.
  • Gilwan Wobbbit, a deluded male gnome. He is a druid who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Ilartinne Rifthand, a trusting androgynous drow. It is a commoner who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Ush Rocktooth, a nihilistic female ogre. She is an expert who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • S'hoorssen teh Khalal, a fashion concious female lizardfolk. She is a rogue who is fleeing an abusive lover.
  • Aleellai Norrehand, a grieving male half-elf. He is an adept who is following a message from an angel.
  • Skaorin Brightsword, a beligerent female dwarf. She is a sorcerer who is finding work as a merchant.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Jonesstone:

  • The Puking Whisper Locksmith [+]
  • The Angry Crow Shoppe [+]
  • The Voluptuous Kettles Kennels [+]
  • The Elegant Dragon Money Lenders [+]
  • The Lost Frogs Inc. [+]
  • The Tipsy Kettles Supplies [+]
  • The Slippery Rose Cloth [+]
  • The Lonely Cavern Inc. [+]
  • The Wrong Bunch Pile [+]
  • The Blabbering Song Inc. [+]
  • The Musty Cloak Inc. [+]
  • The Blind Oarhouse Inc. [+]
  • The Shallow Jade Lumber Mill [+]
  • The Tipsy Fox Supplies [+]