+

Welcome to Altenbin Keep!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 6,257
  • Children: 11.40% (713)
  • Elderly: 25.00% (1,564)

Racial Breakdown

  • 2,791 gnome (44.6%)
  • 1,984 human (31.7%)
  • 1,008 half-elf (16.1%)
  • 201 halfling (3.2%)
  • 163 dwarf (2.6%)
  • 63 half-orc (1%)
  • 47 other (0.7%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 156 Businesses
  • 919 Specialists
  • 805 Residences

Summary [-]

Altenbin Keep is a small city in the Calamanandy Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile small city is densely populated (12,963/sq km), covers 0.48 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 781 meters.

Climate [-]

Altenbin Keep has a Dry-Summer Subtropical climate, which is characterized by warm and dry summers with mild and wet winters, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally pleasant with strong variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Altenbin Keep sees a single star overhead: Cex, an average yellow star. Altenbin Keep also has a double moon: Chado, a large briliant silver moon and Theta, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a crumbling Iron wall that is 21 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.29 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 6 roads leading to Altenbin Keep; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with even dirt roads in a warped parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Altenbin Keep 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 somwhat capable. Officials in Altenbin Keep are often seen as the epitome corruption and the policies are loved. The political influence of Altenbin Keep in the region is spreading due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population turns against itself.

Leader [-]

Altenbin Keep is ruled by Sultan Jamey Roseell. The Sultan has been in power for years and is mocked by the people. There is secret opposition to the Sultan and policies. The right to rule was granted by foreign imposition, and that power is maintained through financial oppression.

Laws [-]

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

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.32% of the population (20 adults).

Military [-]

Altenbin Keep has a positive attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 813 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 469 (7.5%). Of the active duty military, 36 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their positive attitude and crumbling wall, Altenbin Keep is perfectly fortified. Altenbin Keep fighters are mocked for their use of light mace in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered greatly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Altenbin Keep is currently vibrant.

Resources [-]

Altenbin Keep is known for the following resources:

  • Abundant vampire beaver colonies that are feared by magic users. Muddud Mokcracker The Black said one might dig up bags of silver in a well.
  • New coconut plantations that are frequented by wenches. One might dig up a stash of gold in a tomb nearby.
  • Huge cork trees that are visited frequently by townspeople. Somoeone said someone found a chest containing penis sheathes in a well.
  • Ape troops that are visited frequently by witches. The locals speak of piles of monkey wrenches in a dungeon.
  • Creepy coconut plantations that are frequented by vampires.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a lich named Dosh haunted the town and was drawn towards thieves. Folks say that if you caught her, you will die within 24 hours.
  • In olden times, a devil named Duk wandered the countryside when the moon is new. Some say that if you face her, you will die within 24 hours.
  • In times past, the royals of Bludstein lived in harmony. Things were good, but one day a devil named Duunus Bregcloud stole a priceless heirloom. The royals tried to stop the devil, but failed miserably. Along came a authoritarian half-dwarf named Jamic Bererley, who was an expert bowman. Jamic had a plan to trick the devil by causing a distraction while others struck. When Jamic Bererley faced the devil, Jamic Bererley defeated Duunus Bregcloud and rescued Bludstein.
  • Once upon a time, a cyclops named Hathgo roamed the swamps and was drawn towards those that have killed innocents. Commoners say that if you confront her, you will be driven mad.
  • A long time ago, an old woman frequented the streets and was drawn towards thieves. They say that the old woman will ask a favor of you, then steal your soul.

Events [-]

Altenbin Keep is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Commoner seeks apprentice. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Dan MacStanhouse.
  • Required: Missing jewel. We suspect derros are the culprit. Guild membership required. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Zrabgarz Bonenor The Strong.
  • Help Needed: Looking for something new? A passing Barbarian is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Must provide your own transportation. Safety not guaranteed. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Joe Wiler.
  • Looking for something new? Bounty for mephits, dead or alive. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Porkaro.
  • Require an instructor learned in horseback riding to tutor my child. Reward available. Contact Balgan Steelmine if interested.
  • grog tester wanted. Must be a quick learner. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Seestred Tesstride.
  • Wanted: I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Dan Antonman if intrigued.
  • Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather a rat tail due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Guild membership required. Reward available. Contact Brerm Brainmouth.
  • Required: Bored? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Reward is a secret. Contact Mus Ghosttkill for further details.
  • Needed: Hearty souls needed to recover stolen potato. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Donry Colan if interested.
  • Bounty for derros, dead or alive. Will reward you with valuable information. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Contact Don Barll if interested.
  • Help Needed: Need a change of pace? imps-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will pay in gold. Contact Permirane Freemidas.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen wagon wheel. Opportunity to earn a title. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Dav Wilfield.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Danry Shegan.
  • Looking for something new? A passing Paladin is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a secret. Must be quick on your feet. Contact Tmunk Damndeath.

People [-]

The people in Altenbin Keep despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Skaag Stonekeep is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned social worker. He appears cautious.
  • Arrim Goldaltar is a female dwarf who is known in the world as being a gifted vintner. She appears resentful.
  • Tomvin Rocketjet is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a gifted cartwright. She appears territorial.
  • Dav Wilridge is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted specialty smith. He appears outlandish.
  • Comaine Waterflower is a female halfling who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled entertainer. She appears skeptical.
  • Toline Silverhead is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled illuminator. He appears chatty.
  • Arnby Cogglejet is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled glovemaker. He appears scattered.
  • Gaeartava Maernstryke is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled soldier. She appears shifty.
  • Mickey Burin is a female human who is known in the city as being a decent smith. She appears authoritarian.
  • Don Goodsford is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled smith. She appears smitten.
  • Throag Hawkfist is a female dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a decent beer seller. She appears gambling.
  • Larriglas Goldsun is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled vintner. He appears authoritarian.
  • Jamey Benall is a male human who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled ostler. He appears boastful.
  • Davry Antonll is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a renowned cartwright. She appears impatient.
  • Adavarlleu Bannisky is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled stablehand. He appears pacifistic.
  • Jengan Electrofuel is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled beer seller. He appears efficient.
  • Wiznk Cogglewink is a female gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled woodseller. She appears patronizing.
  • Tolgrin Highstoat is a male halfling who is known in that part of town as being a decent sheriff. He appears scattered.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Belrigthil Darkborne, a flirtatious male half-elf. He is a commoner who is seeking revenge.
  • Throorin Uglybeard, a patronizing male dwarf. He is a commoner who is finding a long-lost friend.
  • Jen Rocketbolt, a shifty male gnome. He is a warrior who is cleaning out a monster infestation.
  • Tom Wobbbun, a trusting male gnome. He is an adept who is traveling with a circus.
  • Larellanae Silvermane, a conspirational female half-elf. She is a sorcerer who is following rediscovered ancient lore.
  • Droorin Steelfist, an easily offended male dwarf. He is a fighter who is following the voices.
  • Grimgan Clawblade, an authoritarian female dwarf. She is a commoner who is finding a long-lost distant relative.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Altenbin Keep:

  • The Olde Fig Purse Shop [+]
  • The Colored Bunk General Mechandise [+]
  • The Black Hatchet Inc. [+]
  • The Smithy Virgin Shop [+]
  • The Lecherous Rooster Blowers [+]
  • The Lecherous Snake Blowers [+]
  • The White Dead Inc. [+]
  • The Wistful Dwarf Store [+]
  • The Puking Silver Locksmith [+]
  • The Lazy Harpoon Shop [+]
  • The Bottomless Wagon Fish House [+]
  • The Dancing Wig Inc. [+]
  • The Shallow Giant Saw Mill [+]
  • The Dry Peddler Shoppe [+]
  • The Twisted Cloak Builders [+]
  • The Short Ent Bindary [+]
  • The Open Hops Shoppe [+]
  • The Stinky Whisper Color Shop [+]