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Welcome to Bad Galatow!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 28,550
  • Children: 36.25% (10,349)
  • Elderly: 7.25% (2,069)

Racial Breakdown

  • 13,019 minotaur (45.6%)
  • 9,879 troglodyte (34.6%)
  • 4,340 half-elf (15.2%)
  • 714 half-orc (2.5%)
  • 312 other (1%)
  • 286 human (1%)

Misc.

  • 8 Districts
  • 531 Businesses
  • 4,395 Specialists
  • 3,688 Residences

Summary [-]

Bad Galatow is a metropolis in the Picaark Territory with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate metropolis is sparsely populated (268/sq km), covers 106.53 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 11646 meters.

Climate [-]

Bad Galatow 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 soft and the temperature is generally cool with minor variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Bad Galatow sees a single star overhead: Kroj, an average yellow star. Bad Galatow also has a double moon: Prolenoe, a large light blue moon and Sporose, an average briliant silver moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a solid rubble wall that is 1 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 49.39 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 2 roads leading to Bad Galatow; no roads are major. The city is lined with well-maintained cobblestone paths in a warped parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: embassy, market, military, wealthy, trade, civic, shops, and middleclass.

Government [-]

Bad Galatow is governed through an oligarchy, where control is exercised by a small group of individuals whose authority generally is based on wealth or power. The government as a whole is seen as slipshod. Officials in Bad Galatow are often seen as equitable and the policies are respected. The political influence of Bad Galatow in the region is receding due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population gives up their freedom in exchange for security.

Leader [-]

Bad Galatow is ruled by Governor Calinas Skynon. The Governor has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is hated by the people. There is open opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained through a fair and just legal system.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city watch, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.58% of the population (165 adults).

Military [-]

Bad Galatow has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 3854 citizens (13.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1713 (6%). Of the active duty military, 173 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and solid wall, Bad Galatow is badly fortified. Bad Galatow fighters are much loved for their use of scimitars in battle. They are praised for their hoarde tactics and are considered perfectly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Bad Galatow is currently lively.

Resources [-]

Bad Galatow is known for the following resources:

  • Carnivorous chinchilla colonies that are visited frequently by gru.
  • An ancient battle field inhabited by vampire chinchillas that are avoided by zombies.
  • Rare beaver colonies that are avoided by unicorns. Klonrrl said one might dig up a chest containing kitten mittens in a nearby pit.
  • Huge vampire clam beds that are visited frequently by witches. One might find bags of penis sheathes in a well.
  • Dangerous scorpion beds that are avoided by locals. Somoeone said someone found a chest containing saphires in a well.
  • Pigment banks that are avoided by kittens. Hilly Burrowsleaf said somoeone said someone found bags of saphires buried near there.
  • Magical bee hives that are hunted by townspeople.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Adatanae's Rose, a magical rose with the power to speak for itself. It was stolen from a locked vault.
  • In times gone by, a Boogyman frequented the streets. People say that the Boogyman will offer you sweets, then banish you if you are cruel.

Events [-]

Bad Galatow is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Needed: Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Reward is a secret. References required. Contact James Storell.
  • Need a change of pace? Sorcerer seeks apprentice. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Yerssen seh Ghezor.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will pay in gold. Contact Gozkaro.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Experienced professionals only. Will owe you a huge favor. May include some hazards. Contact Pobel Oxfang if intrigued.
  • A passing Sorcerer is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward available. Contact Gubal Bearfang if interested.
  • Bored? I'm looking for rare grigs, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Khalzor teh Yeral.
  • Bored? I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Special attire required. Safety not guaranteed. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Dosh Boarnut.
  • Fighter seeks apprentice. Will reward you with valuable information. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Madr Ghosttdoom.
  • Required: co-ed mud-wrestling contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Must be quick on your feet. May include some hazards. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Hallentel Windshine.
  • Required: Bored? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Tormida Rocketfuel.
  • Looking for work? Missing lucky stone. We suspect carniverous butterflies are the culprit. Will pay in gold. Contact Ghezin seh Khalal.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome rust rats required. Mild danger may be involved. Reward available. Contact Throdal Ironcloak.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Serious inquiries only. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Dellanava Heartbow if interested.
  • Help Wanted: Someone stole my holy symbol. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Kods Laughhand.
  • Help Wanted: A passing Druid is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will reward you with a land deed. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact Elhzer.
  • Needed: Expert seeks apprentice. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Tmzar Greatmurder.
  • Bored? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will pay in gold. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Rit.
  • Need a change of pace? Require an instructor learned in alchemy to tutor my child. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Rugkasr Metalmouth.
  • Bored? I have imps in my basement, plz halp! Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Shushug Armsnapper.
  • Require an instructor learned in astrology to tutor my child. References required. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Kzadr Giantwiser.
  • Required: Require an instructor learned in local lore to tutor my child. Reward is a secret. Contact Filellai Keensun.

People [-]

The people in Bad Galatow despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Adavarssa Oakglow is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a mocked sheriff. She appears accusatory.
  • Trolbub Moknor is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled specialty smith. She appears lonely.
  • Cerine Lagrannon is a female minotaur who is known in that part of town as being a mocked shipwright. She appears loud.
  • Anlak is a male troglodyte who is known in the city as being a renowned locksmith. He appears self-obsessed.
  • Jamic Berliffe is a female human who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent leatherworker. She appears helpful.
  • Genlonverani Wildnon is a female minotaur who is known in the world as being a decent laborer. She appears self-obsessed.
  • Danic Bernaett is a female half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled mercenary. She appears sick.
  • Ghubbub Skullbreaker is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled wagoneer. She appears fashion concious.
  • Cyrana Orsplitter is a female minotaur who is known in the world as being a decent professor. She appears solemn.
  • Foosiki Orsplitter is a female minotaur who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre handyman. She appears nihilistic.
  • Elhra is a female troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted scribe. She appears jolly.
  • Gozka is a female troglodyte who is known in the city as being a decent priest. She appears spiteful.
  • Hesose Oatspire is a female minotaur who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled bookseller. She appears nosy.
  • Don Brocroft is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled potter. She appears lovelorn.
  • Jamic Clayin is a female half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked innkeeper. She appears insecure.
  • Mickes Smithston is a male half-orc who is known in the city as being a decent jeweler. He appears cautious.
  • Jamry Tramtt is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a renowned pastrycook. She appears apologetic.
  • Dane Maridge is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled interpreter. He appears intimidated.
  • Elaartaen Auvreashield is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled baker. He appears territorial.
  • Tilra is a female troglodyte who is known in the world as being a mediocre engineer. She appears patriotic.
  • Darartiyn Starwaker is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled leatherworker. She appears jaded.
  • Jam VanRosenford is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted tailor. She appears smitten.
  • Dav Clayworth is a male half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked baker. He appears nervous.
  • Anka is a female troglodyte who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled deputy. She appears gosipy.
  • Jedga Entragath is a male minotaur who is known in that part of town as being a gifted tavern. He appears outlandish.
  • Vothg is a male troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled sage. He appears lovelorn.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Bibbud Legnor, a pacifistic male half-orc. He is a bard who is seeking honest work.
  • Estetra Darkkan, a mocking female minotaur. She is a commoner who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Joic Franll, a clumsy male half-elf. He is a commoner who is seeing the world.
  • Belrigtel Stareye, an accusatory female half-elf. She is a wizard who is traveling the world as a beggar.
  • Dav Stanick, a forgetful female half-elf. She is an expert who is here to secretly assassinate a ruler.
  • Doney Andrman, a thick female half-elf. She is a commoner who is traveling with an important person.
  • Donic Marill, a fashion concious male half-elf. He is an adept who is following rediscovered ancient lore.
  • Mick Brine, a pacifistic female human. She is a fighter who is fleeing the law.
  • Surps, an accusatory male troglodyte. He is a rogue who is finding a long-lost sibling.
  • Elhzer, a forbidding female troglodyte. She is a fighter who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Dutgzog Mokcracker, a skeptical female half-orc. She is a sorcerer who is finding a missing friend.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Bad Galatow:

  • The Dew Iron Guard House [+]
  • The Fat Cloak Inc. [+]
  • The Puking Elf Locksmith [+]
  • The Glaring Hall Inc. [+]
  • The Flabby Beer [+]
  • The Forsaken Urchin General Goods [+]
  • The Green Knife Ceramics [+]
  • The Dirty Maiden City Guard [+]
  • The Burning Turkey Postal Service [+]
  • The Tipsy Cloak Supplies [+]
  • The Crooked Peacock Inc. [+]
  • The Frosted Elves Shrine [+]
  • The Musty Wagon Inc. [+]
  • The Elven Hops Money Lenders [+]
  • The Sloppy Jane Textiles [+]
  • The Burly Bunk Leatherworks [+]
  • The Black Fireplace Inc. [+]
  • The Slumbering Darkroot Public Library [+]
  • The Leaping Bag Blowers [+]
  • The Musty Darkroot Inc. [+]
  • The Blue Wine Shop [+]
  • The Murdered Kettles Inc. [+]
  • The Colored Kraken Dry Goods [+]
  • The Murdered Wagon Inc. [+]
  • The Salty Frog Lumberyard [+]
  • The Glaring Imps Inc. [+]