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Welcome to Baxton Creek!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 316
  • Children: 39.56% (125)
  • Elderly: 4.75% (15)

Racial Breakdown

  • 211 troglodyte (66.7%)
  • 60 bugbear (18.9%)
  • 38 drow (12%)
  • 4 hobgoblin (1.2%)
  • 3 other (0.9%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 10 Businesses
  • 12 Specialists
  • 40 Residences

Summary [-]

Baxton Creek is a hamlet in the Tresak Province with a monster population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest hamlet is lightly populated (441/sq km), covers 0.72 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 957 meters.

Climate [-]

Baxton Creek 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 continual and the temperature is generally pleasant with minor variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Baxton Creek sees a single star overhead: Nan, an average yellow star. Baxton Creek also has no moons. In the night sky, you see a celestial object: an imposing pulsar that has been around for all eternity.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 6 roads leading to Baxton Creek; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with muddy dirt tracks in a grid pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Baxton Creek is governed through a parliamentary government, where members are nominated to their positions by a parliament and can be dissolved by the parliament if it can no longer function. The government as a whole is seen as somwhat capable. Officials in Baxton Creek are often seen as willing to look the other way for the right price and the policies are praised. The political influence of Baxton Creek in the region is receding due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population cowers in fear.

Leader [-]

Baxton Creek is ruled by Steward Larriglas Meadoweye. The Steward has been in power for a few months and is revered by the people. There is open opposition to the Steward and policies. The right to rule was granted by divine will, and that power is maintained by strict laws and corrupt guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city watch, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a council, with a common punishment being torture.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.95% of the population (3 adults).

Military [-]

Baxton Creek has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 44 citizens (14%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 16 (5.25%). Of the active duty military, 2 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and lack of defensible wall, Baxton Creek is tolerably fortified. Baxton Creek fighters are respected for their use of throwing hammers in battle. They are revered for their rigid formations and are considered poorly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Baxton Creek is currently steady.

Resources [-]

Baxton Creek is known for the following resources:

  • Rare old cork bushes that are hunted by zombies. One might find a chest containing kitten mittens hidden around somewhere.
  • Many pigment banks that are avoided by locals. Pogrin Hornfur said somoeone said someone found a chest containing rubies in a well.
  • A cursed grave yard inhabited by defenseless chinchillas that are avoided by unicorns.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Some time ago, a cyclops named Anlak wandered the streets. Some say that if you see her, you will die within 24 hours.

Events [-]

Baxton Creek is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Needed: Bored? Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Dzuerm Ironbeast if intrigued.
  • Looking for something new? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Zhos Armsnapper.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward available. Length of job expected to be short. Must be a quick learner. Contact Xodomd Giantwiser.
  • Looking for something new? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. May include some hazards. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Porlak.
  • A passing Aristocrat is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will owe you a huge favor. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Special attire required. Contact Haaleninne Dirthsorrow if interested.
  • Help Needed: Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Xuun Blademouth.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will reward you with a land deed. Safety not guaranteed. Must be a quick learner. Contact Danic Giacoett for more information.

People [-]

The people in Baxton Creek despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Bradr Metalmouth is a female hobgoblin who is known in the world as being a skilled ostler. She appears mopey.
  • Xueb Greatmouth is a female bugbear who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent wine seller. She appears jesterly.
  • Xtoten Rantshredder is a female hobgoblin who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled baker. She appears exhausted.
  • Glamush Mokcrusher is a female bugbear who is known in the world as being a gifted brewer. She appears skeptical.
  • Porkaro is a male troglodyte who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled entertainer. He appears sick.
  • Tilzer is a male troglodyte who is known in the city as being a skilled dyer. He appears gosipy.
  • Aletssa Brightmist is a female drow who is known in that part of town as being a renowned entertainer. She appears patriotic.
  • Ceekaro is a male troglodyte who is known in the region as being a skilled leatherworker. He appears helpful.
  • Ilvarlas Duskstrike is a female drow who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled tinker. She appears smug.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Blidarz Backnor The Black, an intimidating female bugbear. She is a commoner who is delivering a message to a thug.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Baxton Creek:

  • The Dreaming Cesspit House [+]
  • The Tired Helix Supplies [+]
  • The Stinking Pipe Sculptures [+]
  • The Frosty Greyhound of All That Is Holy [+]
  • The Frosted Monk General Goods [+]
  • The Green Bunk Pots [+]
  • The Eastern Snake Shop [+]
  • The Merry Riverside Pub [+]
  • The Honest Tower Shoppe [+]