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Welcome to Gilstein!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,215
  • Children: 26.75% (325)
  • Elderly: 13.99% (170)

Racial Breakdown

  • 574 half-orc (47.2%)
  • 334 gnome (27.4%)
  • 293 elf (24.1%)
  • 13 half-dwarf (1%)
  • 1 other (0%)

Misc.

  • 2 Districts
  • 67 Businesses
  • 136 Specialists
  • 157 Residences

Summary [-]

Gilstein is a small town in the Umbcanoupe Territory with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile small town is nominally populated (3,313/sq km), covers 0.37 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 686 meters.

Climate [-]

Gilstein has a Tropical Seasonal Forest climate, which is characterized by constant high temperatures and seasonal torrential rains, and has hot, rainy and cool seasons. Winds in the region are non-existent and the temperature is generally hot with minor variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Gilstein sees a binary star overhead: Luj, an average blue star and Sil, an average yellow star. Gilstein also has a single moon: Elala, a small briliant silver moon. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: a massive asteroid belt that has been around for time immemorial and an imposing nearby planet that has been around for generations.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a crumbling stone partition that is 8 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.85 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Gilstein; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with irregular cobblestone paths in an organic pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Gilstein 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 magnificently organized. Officials in Gilstein are often seen as the epitome corruption and the policies are feared. The political influence of Gilstein in the region is consistent due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population overcomes their differences.

Leader [-]

Gilstein is ruled by Commander Khus Backsnapper. The Commander has been in power for several years and is despised by the people. There is public opposition to the Commander and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained by strict laws and corrupt guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a neighborhood watch, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by a council, with a common punishment being indentured servitude.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 1.48% of the population (18 adults).

Military [-]

Gilstein has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 179 citizens (14.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 91 (7.5%). Of the active duty military, 6 (3.5%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and crumbling partition, Gilstein is reasonably well fortified. Gilstein fighters are despised for their use of hand axes in battle. They are much maligned for their frenzied fighting and are considered moderately skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Gilstein is currently vibrant.

Resources [-]

Gilstein is known for the following resources:

  • A new fort inhabited by poisonous spiders that are feared by children.
  • Ancient bamboo stands that are hunted by wenches. Daves Stanerley said one might find a stash of saphires buried near there.
  • Fresh coconut plantations that are avoided by children.
  • Vegetable patches that are hunted by witches.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the days of yore, an old man wandered the fields. Folks say that the old man will offer you sweets, then imprison you.
  • In the days of yore, the villagers of Batmer lived in harmony. Things were quiet, but one day a wizard named Rat took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The villagers tried to stop the wizard, but failed miserably. Along came a hero named Ghezor teh Yerzor, who was an expert bowman. Ghezor had an idea to slay the wizard by using magic to banish it. When Ghezor teh Yerzor faced the wizard, Ghezor teh Yerzor banished Rat and rescued the hostages.
  • Once upon a time, the villagers of Kelmouth thrived. Things were always nice, but one day Thutzuzg Skullsnapper the ghoul stole a priceless heirloom. The villagers tried to stop the ghoul, but were caught. Along came a vengeful goblin named Kunk Nightshredder, who was a sneaky thief. Kunk had a plan to trick the ghoul by using magic to banish it. When Kunk Nightshredder faced the ghoul, Kunk Nightshredder tricked Thutzuzg Skullsnapper.

Events [-]

Gilstein is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact S'hoorzin seh Ghezin.
  • Wanted: Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Tomdan Fusejet if interested.
  • Wanted: Looking for work? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Length of job expected to be short. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Amane Plumpbones.
  • Required: Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. May include some hazards. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Apdol Bregcloud.
  • Bored? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Reward is a secret. Contact Hubba Backripper.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome homuncului required. Will pay in gold. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Narub Laughbasher.
  • I have feral cats in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Danry Bennson if interested.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. References required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Jam Francing.
  • Require an instructor learned in juggling to tutor my child. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Ababul Jetface.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen statue. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Discretion required. Contact Hileldo Hairybee if interested.
  • Required: Looking for something new? Bounty for beaky brain monsters, dead or alive. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Thornir Lumberstomach if intrigued.

People [-]

The people in Gilstein despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Car Wizzbolt is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a decent vintner. She appears thick.
  • Gilina Gyroscope is a female gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent social worker. She appears loud.
  • Jam Andreton is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a decent glassmaker. He appears conspirational.
  • Thorkon Claybread is a female half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent woodseller. She appears pacifistic.
  • Aesellssa Gyssewind is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled illuminator. She appears spiteful.
  • Kiaita Cobbleblast is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a skilled scabbardmaker. She appears prejudiced.
  • Babgan Gearblast is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a decent bookseller. She appears skeptical.
  • Gabeno Fusesprocket is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a decent ostler. She appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Jamic Rosenerton is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled glovemaker. She appears lonely.
  • Ada Cobbleblast is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled mason. He appears exhausted.
  • Joic Bernaan is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a mediocre watercarrier. She appears chatty.
  • Adaond Dwarfmead is a male half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled mason. He appears patriotic.
  • Jamry Casett is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a legendary official. He appears forgetful.
  • Kuddoz Bonebreaker is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled coach driver. She appears vengeful.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Dan Burford, a loud male half-dwarf. He is an aristocrat who is on a mission from the gods.
  • Ulbin Brassfist, a smug female half-dwarf. She is an expert who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Haatlas Blackglow, an outlandish female elf. She is a bard who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Gilstein:

  • The Prancing Willow Our Motto Is the Buckle Stops Here [+]
  • The Drifting Elves House [+]
  • The Snoring Oarhouse Healers [+]
  • The Slippery Mug Textiles [+]
  • The Ever-full Cloak Brewery [+]
  • The Dirty Turkey Force [+]
  • The Blabbering Hammer Inc. [+]
  • The Stumpy Jade General Merchandise [+]
  • The Victorious Rock Inc. [+]
  • The Pink Song Hostel [+]
  • The Violent Eagle Inc. [+]
  • The Open Toad Firepit [+]
  • The Robber Yawning Inc. [+]
  • The Puking Thunderbird Our Motto Is the Buckle Stops Here [+]