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Welcome to West Duskski!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 6,841
  • Children: 11.39% (779)
  • Elderly: 25.00% (1,710)

Racial Breakdown

  • 2,066 gnome (30.2%)
  • 2,060 dwarf (30.1%)
  • 1,957 elf (28.6%)
  • 445 half-elf (6.5%)
  • 134 other (1.9%)
  • 110 half-orc (1.6%)
  • 69 half-dwarf (1%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 166 Businesses
  • 999 Specialists
  • 885 Residences

Summary [-]

West Duskski is a small city in the Aquilak District with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile small city is densely populated (12,735/sq km), covers 0.54 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 829 meters.

Climate [-]

West Duskski 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 wild and the temperature is generally cool with high variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

West Duskski sees a single star overhead: Bex, a small red star. West Duskski also has a single moon: Chadinoe, an average rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a cracking mud brick fence that is 2 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 84% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.85 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to West Duskski; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with crude dirt roads in a looped pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: mercy, middleclass, shops, and trade.

Government [-]

West Duskski 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 inept and inadequate. Officials in West Duskski are often seen as on the take and the policies are respected. The political influence of West Duskski in the region is thriving due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population turns against itself.

Leader [-]

West Duskski is ruled by Governor Hilly Hairygather. The Governor has been in power for several years and is honored by the people. There is open opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by foreign imposition, and that power is maintained through the ignorance of the plebeian society.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city watch, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.29% of the population (20 adults).

Military [-]

West Duskski has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 889 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 376 (5.5%). Of the active duty military, 37 (4.25%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and cracking fence, West Duskski is spectacularly fortified. West Duskski fighters are ridiculed 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 West Duskski is currently lively.

Resources [-]

West Duskski is known for the following resources:

  • Paltry carnivorous chinchilla colonies that are visited frequently by locals. Gkutadr Rantcutter said one might find a stash of diamonds in a nearby pit.
  • Bat clouds that are frequented by children. Somoeone said someone found bags of rubies in a dungeon.
  • Vast cormorant flights that are visited frequently by gru. Jaksoe Maskan said the locals speak of bags of silver in a well.
  • A cursed shrine inhabited by wild bees that are visited frequently by unicorns. One might dig up a stash of emeralds hidden around somewhere.
  • Ancient cork trees that are hunted by locals. Dav Casland said one might find piles of platinum in a well.
  • Substantial cocoa bean plantations that are feared by kittens. One might find a chest containing iron maidens in a nearby pit.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Yot's Bag of beans, a cursed bag of beans with the ability to summon demons. It has been lost for ages.
  • Legends tell of Halnalssa's Tiara, a possessed tiara with the ability to speak for itself. It has been lost for ages.
  • Long, long ago, a serial killer named Ilixpne roamed the field at dusk. Some say that if you confront him, you will be stricken deaf.
  • Some time ago, the villagers of Doontop lived happily. Things were quiet, but one day Kkasr Greatwiser the ghoul destroyed a nearby village. The villagers tried to kill Kkasr Greatwiser, but were caught. Along came a half-dwarf named Jamry Petrville, who was a valiant knight. Jamry had a plan to trick the ghoul by making a wager with Kkasr Greatwiser. When Jamry Petrville faced the ghoul, Jamry Petrville defeated Kkasr Greatwiser and rescued the hostages.
  • Legends tell of Aesnallleu's Lasso, a special lasso with the ability to speak for itself. It was stolen from a locked vault.

Events [-]

West Duskski is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • I have imps in my basement, plz halp! Reward available. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Ceera.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? A passing Fighter is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward available. Must be clean. Contact Elahiaava Moonchaser.
  • Help Needed: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Skamir Ratforge for further details.
  • Help Wanted: Want to earn some quick coin? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Elahiassa Mistrose.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Ghutga Armripper.
  • Required: Require an instructor learned in astrology to tutor my child. Must submit to background check. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Gogan Bearsnout.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will owe you a huge favor. Must not smell. Contact Khalzor ahn Ghessen.
  • Wanted: Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Haz Skullsnapper The Cruel.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Chtuter.
  • Needed: I have feral cats in my basement, plz halp! Length of job expected to be short. Reward available. Contact Yerzin teh Khalal.
  • Looking for work? Wizard seeks apprentice. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Falcob Wildfield.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward is a secret. Contact Khuluul Armsnapper if interested.
  • Required: Looking for work? Require an instructor learned in sorcery to tutor my child. Must submit to background check. Reward available. Contact Gozzer for further details.
  • Looking for something new? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward available. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Rxkasr Ogrecutter.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Accidental Death insurance required. Mild danger may be involved. Reward is a secret. Contact Eddanu Cloudchaser if interested.

People [-]

The people in West Duskski despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Garorin Ivoryboot is a female dwarf who is known in the city as being a mocked fishmonger. She appears unreliable.
  • Chief Tragg Legcrusher is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a gifted plasterer. He appears vengeful.
  • Gaelanlas Bluespear is a female elf who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled dyer. She appears thick.
  • Daves Benham is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted baker. He appears smitten.
  • Mickic Bennson is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled bounty hunter. He appears smug.
  • Aletava Arkeneasight is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled hatmaker. She appears helpful.
  • Dave VanPetrield is a male half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled cartwright. He appears accusatory.
  • Tomva Gearfiz is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a mediocre banker. She appears jolly.
  • Ada Greasefiz is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a skilled innkeeper. She appears trusting.
  • Jory Dilerton is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent ship captain. He appears melancholy.
  • Droond Ironface is a female dwarf who is known in the city as being a mediocre tilemaker. She appears cautious.
  • Jamry Chrisville is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent official. He appears nihilistic.
  • Glotz Neckbreaker is an androgynous half-orc who is known in the region as being a horribly skilled hatmaker. It appears guarded.
  • Baldal Graniterobe is a male dwarf who is known in the region as being a mocked saddler. He appears prejudiced.
  • Alattel Duskrunner is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled bucklemaker. She appears jesterly.
  • Dan Rosener is a female half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre tailor. She appears battle-ready.
  • Bellenssa Meadowrun is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled hatmaker. She appears nervous.
  • Mick Wilwood is a female half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a gifted ship captain. She appears cowed.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Dave Ferand, a conspirational female half-dwarf. She is a commoner who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Wizby Wizzgauge, a melancholy female gnome. She is an adept who is here to secretly assassinate a ruler.
  • Gwaarttars Kindhunter, a drunken male half-elf. He is a commoner who is finding a missing parent.
  • Ningan Wizzgauge, a shifty male gnome. He is a ranger who is here to secretly assassinate a peasant.
  • Jo Petrville, a jolly female half-dwarf. She is a commoner who is finding work as a spy.
  • Jame Antonon, an idealistic female half-elf. She is a sorcerer who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Fillenaen Kennyrweaver, a xenophobic female half-elf. She is a druid who is finding work as a skilled laborer.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in West Duskski:

  • The Yellow Dwarves Disposal Area [+]
  • The Shining Cavern Timber Mill [+]
  • The Cardinal Greyhound Farmers Market [+]
  • The Whistling Cat Inc. [+]
  • The Red Tower Public Jail [+]
  • The Last Road Hatters [+]
  • The Pink Stump Wine Shoppe [+]
  • The Musty Hen Shoppe [+]
  • The Leaping Jade Wainwright [+]
  • The Eastern Widowers Wares [+]
  • The Hanging Halflings Millers [+]
  • The Musty Hall Inc. [+]
  • The Wiley Mug Inpirationsl Waters [+]
  • The Highlighted Clowns Star Gazers [+]
  • The Wooden Rouge Temple [+]
  • The Lazy Axe Wainwright [+]
  • The Chipped Widowers Inc. [+]
  • The Grumbling Fox Inc. [+]