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Welcome to Hollpool!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 6,571
  • Children: 21.55% (1,416)
  • Elderly: 17.74% (1,166)

Racial Breakdown

  • 2,149 gnome (32.7%)
  • 1,505 halfling (22.9%)
  • 1,479 elf (22.5%)
  • 559 half-dwarf (8.5%)
  • 539 half-orc (8.2%)
  • 274 other (4.1%)
  • 66 human (1%)

Misc.

  • 3 Districts
  • 160 Businesses
  • 965 Specialists
  • 835 Residences

Summary [-]

Hollpool is a small city in the Nilllak Region with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate small city is densely populated (13,105/sq km), covers 0.50 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 797 meters.

Climate [-]

Hollpool has a Tropical Seasonal Forest climate, which is characterized by constant high temperatures and seasonal torrential rains, and has rainy and dry seasons. Winds in the region are mild and the temperature is generally hot with high variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Hollpool sees a single star overhead: Cel, a large orange star. Hollpool also has a double moon: Sporose, an average briliant silver moon and Theka, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a poorly maintained stone rampart that is 7 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.88 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Hollpool; 1 road is major. The city is lined with even cobblestone streets in an organic pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Hollpool is governed through an authoritarian government, where state authority is imposed onto many aspects of citizens' lives. The government as a whole is seen as incapable of even simple tasks. Officials in Hollpool are often seen as willing to look the other way for the right price and the policies are feared. The political influence of Hollpool in the region is thriving due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Hollpool is ruled by Czar Gobal Bearbranch. The Czar has been in power for several years and is ridiculed by the people. There is open opposition to the Czar and policies. The right to rule was granted by hereditary succession, and that power is maintained through sheer willpower.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city watch, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by a council, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 0.35% of the population (23 adults).

Military [-]

Hollpool has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 854 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 344 (5.25%). Of the active duty military, 32 (3.75%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and poorly maintained rampart, Hollpool is perfectly fortified. Hollpool fighters are mocked for their use of heavy mace in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered greatly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Hollpool is currently flourishing.

Resources [-]

Hollpool is known for the following resources:

  • Vast cormorant flights that are avoided by locals. Gildan Triggerjet said one might dig up piles of penis sheathes in a tomb nearby.
  • Abundant amber mines that are feared by vampires. Somoeone said someone found a chest containing kitten mittens in a well.
  • Many fruit plantations that are visited frequently by wenches. Jam Antonhouse said one might dig up a stash of penis sheathes in a dungeon.
  • Many ancient berry patches that are visited frequently by travelers. Lot said one might dig up a chest containing rubies hidden around somewhere.
  • A new gazebo inhabited by carnivorous kittens that are frequented by kittens. Somoeone said someone found a chest containing rubies hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the olden days, a Boogyman stalked the world. Some say that the Boogyman will ask a favor of you, then sell you into slavery.
  • Many years ago, the royals of West Atden lived in harmony. Things were always nice, but one day an evil lich named Tbus Laughstomach took over the town. The royals tried to stop the lich, but didn't get close. Along came a dwarf named Yorbor Crystalnose, who was a sneaky thief. Yorbor had a plan to trick the lich by making a wager with Tbus Laughstomach. When Yorbor Crystalnose faced the lich, Yorbor Crystalnose defeated Tbus Laughstomach.
  • In days gone by, the royals of Burlvale lived in harmony. Things were peaceful, but one day a wizard named Wit destroyed a nearby village. The royals tried to kill Wit, but didn't get close. Along came a trusting orc named Blud Headbreaker, who was a sneaky thief. Blud had a plan to trick the wizard by causing a distraction while others struck. When Blud Headbreaker faced the wizard, Blud Headbreaker banished Wit and rescued Burlvale.
  • Once upon a time, a murderer named Guduk roamed the field. Folks say that if you touch her, you will be stricken deaf.

Events [-]

Hollpool is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Looking for something new? Someone stole my family heirloom. Find the louse, dead or alive. Mild danger may be involved. Opportunity to earn a title. No previous experience required. Contact Goeiki Plainvidol for further details.
  • imps-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward is a secret. Contact Kods Nightshredder.
  • Looking for work? I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Length of job expected to be short. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Tradr Greatkill.
  • Help! Jo MacJamehouse has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will pay in gold. Contact James Ferord.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will owe you a huge favor. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Balond Clashingmail.
  • Needed: Missing shoe. We suspect grigs are the culprit. Will pay in gold. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Ada Wildpipe.
  • Bored? taste tester wanted. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Khalzin fe S'herzor for further details.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen artifact. Will pay in gold. Contact Skaag Bluecloak.
  • I'm looking for rare gremlins, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Pat.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Gwariglas Mistmist.
  • Needed: Need a change of pace? I'm looking for rare rabbits, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Xuoten Ogreshadow.
  • Help! lizards-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Jo Petrston.
  • Looking for work? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome quazits required. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Ghessen heh Yerssen for further details.
  • Help! Bounty for lizards, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Adatava Rilynnrun.
  • Require an instructor learned in alchemy to tutor my child. Must be clean. May include some hazards. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Nip.

People [-]

The people in Hollpool love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Jennk Gearfuel is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a decent teacher. She appears impatient.
  • Jenwan Fusecog is an androgynous gnome who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled mercer. It appears patriotic.
  • Hamina Greasegauge is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a skilled good samaritan. She appears scattered.
  • Falda Forestfingers is a male halfling who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled physician. He appears jaded.
  • Davic Bernaston is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled sheriff. She appears sick.
  • Fal Farbee is a male halfling who is known in the region as being a gifted actor. He appears mopey.
  • Ama Greatwit is a male halfling who is known in the city as being a decent deputy. He appears efficient.
  • Aieno Wobbtonk is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned collier. He appears worrying.
  • Torwan Electrotonk is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a decent collier. She appears attentive.
  • Snorrin Talonale is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled wagoneer. He appears thick.
  • Danes Danrough is a female half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted alchemist. She appears mopey.
  • Nigig Mokcracker is a male half-orc who is known in the city as being a gifted maidservant. He appears guilty.
  • Ilylanava Summersinger is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted harness maker. She appears authoritarian.
  • Elcoine Brushmaker is a female halfling who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled professor. She appears idealistic.
  • Bellaniyn Rilynngazer is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a decent coach driver. He appears quiet.
  • Borrun Ivorynose is a male half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled soldier. He appears lonely.
  • Toldo Amberleaf is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a mediocre warehouse worker. He appears fashion concious.
  • Serdine Weathershaker is a male halfling who is known in the city as being a mocked chandler. He appears smitten.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Khalzor teh Yerssen, an outlandish female lizardfolk. She is a fighter who is traveling the world as a beggar.
  • Pot, a sick female kobold. She is a commoner who is doing something impossible.
  • Vor, a patronizing female kobold. She is a barbarian who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Fat, a deluded male kobold. He is an expert who is finding work as a healer.
  • Drobin Blackguard, a territorial female deep dwarf. She is a commoner who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.
  • Trun Metaldamn, a helpful male goblin. He is a sorcerer who is here to secretly assassinate a merchant.
  • Nin Rocketwink, a fatalistic female gnome. She is a commoner who is following rumors of riches.
  • Grimond Coalcloak, a territorial male half-dwarf. He is a bard who is here to secretly assassinate a ruler.
  • Prar'toor, an idealistic female mindflayer. She is a monk who is here to destroy a rumor.
  • Baldal Saltfist, a shifty female dwarf. She is an expert who is doing something questionable.
  • Masril, a nihilistic male mindflayer. He is an expert who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Khalzor ahn Khalal, a melancholy male lizardfolk. He is a fighter who is seeking dishonest work.
  • Jam Petrter, a gluttonous male half-elf. He is a commoner who is finding a missing artifact.
  • Vothlak, a jaded female troglodyte. She is a rogue who is following a message from an angel.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Hollpool:

  • The Ever-full Dungeon Ale House [+]
  • The Hungry Badger Legal Partners [+]
  • The Noisy Lion Inc. [+]
  • The Golden Friends Inc. [+]
  • The Randy Greyhound Amory [+]
  • The Gelded Baiter Inc. [+]
  • The White Wig Inc. [+]
  • The Burly Axehandle Postal Service [+]
  • The Gutted Wine Harnesses [+]
  • The Beefy Tree Shoppe [+]
  • The Refuge Axe Correctional Centre [+]
  • The Whistling Boar Inc. [+]
  • The Wistful Hops Store [+]
  • The Ugly Widowers Builders [+]
  • The Slade Horse Poor House [+]
  • The Desert Rooster Inc. [+]
  • The Stinky Crow House of Colors [+]
  • The Cloven Friends Inc. [+]