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Welcome to Laurelwater!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 10,071
  • Children: 26.44% (2,663)
  • Elderly: 14.25% (1,435)

Racial Breakdown

  • 3,545 drow (35.2%)
  • 3,455 deep dwarf (34.3%)
  • 1,723 hobgoblin (17.1%)
  • 746 mindflayer (7.4%)
  • 262 goblin (2.6%)
  • 239 other (2.3%)
  • 101 kobold (1%)

Misc.

  • 6 Districts
  • 216 Businesses
  • 1,528 Specialists
  • 1,286 Residences

Summary [-]

Laurelwater is a city in the Western Britbe County with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate city is densely populated (19,581/sq km), covers 0.51 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 805 meters.

Climate [-]

Laurelwater has a Temperate Deciduous Forest climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and dry winters, and has prevernal, spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter seasons. Winds in the region are strong and the temperature is generally chilly with minor variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Laurelwater sees a single star overhead: Cel, an average blue star. Laurelwater also has a double moon: Spodi, a large bone white moon and Thelalite, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a pristine marble stockade that is 14 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.14 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 7 roads leading to Laurelwater; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with even cobblestone paths in a linear pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: embassy, market, poor, racial, trade, and port.

Government [-]

Laurelwater is governed through a communist government, where the state plans and controls the economy and a single party holds power. The government as a whole is seen as horribly inefficient. Officials in Laurelwater are often seen as upright and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Laurelwater in the region is receding due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Laurelwater is ruled by President Porg. The President has been in power for several decades and is respected by the people. There is violent opposition to the President and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained through the tip of a sword.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a local gangs, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is unheard of. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 0.38% of the population (38 adults).

Military [-]

Laurelwater has a positive attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 1334 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 730 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 53 (4%) are special forces. Due to their positive attitude and pristine stockade, Laurelwater is perfectly fortified. Laurelwater fighters are mocked for their use of heavy flail in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered excellently skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Laurelwater is currently growing.

Resources [-]

Laurelwater is known for the following resources:

  • Unlimited crow murders that are hunted by gru.
  • An ancient gazebo inhabited by poisonous cobras that are avoided by children. Somoeone said someone found piles of iron maidens buried near there.
  • Scant guano banks that are visited frequently by magic users. The locals speak of a chest containing gold in a tomb nearby.
  • A haunted battle field inhabited by tame parrots that are feared by travelers.
  • Many bamboo stands that are frequented by locals.
  • Unlimited tame caterpillar nests that are hunted by gru. Somoeone said someone found a stash of diamonds hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Ceeraz' Lasso, a cursed lasso with the capability to dominate others. It was stolen from a locked vault.
  • In the olden days, a Boogyman frequented the fields when the moon is new. People say that the Boogyman will ask for your help, then carry you away.
  • Legends tell of Tbadr's Mirror, a unique mirror with the power to disappear on its own. It mysteriously disappeared.

Events [-]

Laurelwater is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Needed: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Mild danger may be involved. Reward available. Contact Borbor Orangemoor for more information.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome quazits required. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Elhzer.
  • Needed: Looking for something new? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather medical supplies due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Daves Morerton for more details.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Safety not guaranteed. Reward available. Contact Ghak Rockbranch to learn more.
  • Hesder Darkcaller has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact S'herzin seh S'herzin.
  • giant spiders-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward is a secret. Contact Thorgin Drumbattler for further details.
  • darkmantles-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Kagog Neckcracker.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Tilra for further details.
  • Bored? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Zabgzog Backnor if interested.
  • Bounty for rats, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Ilartlleu Wolfwatch.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome feral cats required. Reward available. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact Jamic Davngham.
  • Missing cerimonial knife. We suspect derros are the culprit. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Danic Kleincroft.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Ciritred Clawcloud.
  • Bored? lock picking contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Gkutbok Greathost.
  • Looking for work? I'm looking for rare rust rats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. May include some hazards. Reward available. Contact Khalzin se S'herzin if interested.
  • Needed: I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Bemiraine Teagage.
  • Needed: Want to earn some quick coin? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather owlbear beak due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Throril Bluebread.

People [-]

The people in Laurelwater despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Deltthil Broadrunner is a female drow who is known in the city as being a gifted navigator. She appears pious.
  • Klonter is a female mindflayer who is known in the world as being a renowned rugmaker. She appears nervous.
  • Huter is a female mindflayer who is known in the city as being a mediocre hatmaker. She appears solemn.
  • Harrc is a male mindflayer who is known in the region as being a legendary adventurer. He appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Ilyvartars Morningcaller is a female drow who is known in the world as being a skilled bookbinder. She appears outlandish.
  • Merpne is a male mindflayer who is known in the world as being a decent roofer. He appears jaded.
  • Balag Broadhead is a male deep dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled stablehand. He appears unreliable.
  • Thromir Armorkeg is a female deep dwarf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled fishmonger. She appears loud.
  • Flu'ith is a male mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled official. He appears giddy.
  • Narunk Rantrot is a female hobgoblin who is known in the world as being a skilled armorer. She appears patronizing.
  • Tmomd Rockslay is a male goblin who is known in the world as being a decent cutler. He appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Ruget Rockbasher is a male hobgoblin who is known in the world as being a decent cooper. He appears jesterly.
  • Kilthul is a female mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a decent cartwright. She appears healthy.
  • Faehialas Shadesorrow is a female drow who is known in that part of town as being a legendary saddler. She appears patronizing.
  • Elriglleu Sungale is a female drow who is known in the region as being a skilled messenger. She appears drunken.
  • Zat is a male kobold who is known in the city as being a skilled bounty hunter. He appears insecure.
  • Xodods Metaldoom is a male goblin who is known in the region as being a gifted tailor. He appears scattered.
  • Ket Wormwiser is a male hobgoblin who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled cobbler. He appears nihilistic.
  • Mus Greatrot is a female hobgoblin who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled warehouse worker. She appears flirtatious.
  • Xror Rantstomach is a female goblin who is known in the world as being a renowned doctor. She appears outlandish.
  • Xtomd Evilmurder is a male hobgoblin who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled specialty smith. He appears attentive.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Abavaranae Shadowshield, a chatty female drow. She is a warrior who is here to buy spices.
  • Xrot Wormhost, a quiet male hobgoblin. He is an expert who is seeking thrills and adventure.
  • Baldor Talonhead, an authoritarian female deep dwarf. She is a wizard who is delivering a message to a ruler.
  • Borbor Slateshield, a lovelorn male deep dwarf. He is a commoner who is traveling the world as a missionary.
  • Narunk Laughhost, a boastful male goblin. He is an expert who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Larellanae Duskweaver, a drunken androgynous drow. It is a sorcerer who is finding a missing heir.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Laurelwater:

  • The White Elf Bath House [+]
  • The Flying Giant Inc. [+]
  • The Fermented Paladin Shop [+]
  • The Frozen Ent Fine Books [+]
  • The Wandering Ulcer Grave Diggers [+]
  • The Leaping Wagon Glass Crafters [+]
  • The Smiling Hearthstone Shop [+]
  • The Royal Song Chop House [+]
  • The Shining Tree Book Smith [+]
  • The Wooden Wagon Lodge [+]
  • The Stinking Silver Sculptures [+]
  • The Ugly Skull Builders [+]
  • The Dreaming Kettles Healers [+]
  • The Ever-full Wolfhound Brewery [+]
  • The Cloven Bucket Inc. [+]
  • The Orange House Firepit [+]
  • The Punchin' Wolfhound Locksmith [+]
  • The Desert Kraken Inc. [+]
  • The Elven Dog Vault [+]
  • The Northern Dragon Inc. [+]
  • The Lonely Mug Inc. [+]