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Welcome to Hollmead!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 451
  • Children: 15.74% (71)
  • Elderly: 21.73% (98)

Racial Breakdown

  • 336 human (74.5%)
  • 79 elf (17.5%)
  • 25 dwarf (5.5%)
  • 10 half-dwarf (2.2%)
  • 1 other (0.2%)

Misc.

  • 3 Districts
  • 17 Businesses
  • 22 Specialists
  • 47 Residences

Summary [-]

Hollmead is a hamlet in the Venloonish Region with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest hamlet is lightly populated (600/sq km), covers 0.75 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 977 meters.

Climate [-]

Hollmead 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 wild and the temperature is generally pleasant with little variation. Precipitation is heavy, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Hollmead sees a single star overhead: Wol, a massive red star. Hollmead also has no moons. In the night sky, you see a celestial object: an imposing supernova that has been around for decades.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There is 1 road leading to Hollmead; no roads are major. The city is lined with rough cobblestone streets in a looped pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Hollmead is governed through a commonwealth, where state authority is founded on law and united by a compact of the people for the common good. The government as a whole is seen as inept and inadequate. Officials in Hollmead are often seen as reasonable and the policies are hated. The political influence of Hollmead in the region is negligible due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population squabbles amongst themselves.

Leader [-]

Hollmead is ruled by Chancellor Gordal Dragonkeep. The Chancellor has been in power for a few months and is honored by the people. There is strong opposition to the Chancellor and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained through financial oppression.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a police, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being execution.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 0.89% of the population (4 adults).

Military [-]

Hollmead has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 64 citizens (14.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 27 (6%). Of the active duty military, 2 (4.25%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and lack of defensible wall, Hollmead is suitably fortified. Hollmead fighters are respected for their use of halberds in battle. They are hated for their rigid formations and are considered tolerably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Hollmead is currently crumbling.

Resources [-]

Hollmead is known for the following resources:

  • Many rubber trees that are visited frequently by locals. Rumors tell of a chest containing small lyres in a nearby pit.
  • Bat clouds that are frequented by wenches. One might find a stash of copper in a nearby pit.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Once upon a time, an old man haunted the swamps during a red moon. They say that the old man will ask a favor of you, then steal your soul.
  • In days gone by, an old woman lingered in the town on rainy days. Commoners say that the old woman will offer you sweets, then eat you.
  • Legends tell of Surpg's Harp, a legendary harp with the power to grant wishes. It mysteriously disappeared.
  • Legends tell of Nitz' Helmet, a legendary helmet with the capability to solve any riddle. It hasn't reappeared in years.
  • Legends tell of Davry's Rake, a unique rake with the capability to speak for itself. It was last seen years ago.

Events [-]

Hollmead is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Required: Looking for something new? I have derros in my basement, plz halp! Must submit to magical scrutiny. Reward available. Contact Dobel Rockfang for further details.
  • boxing contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Reward is a secret. Contact Gabkey Wobbfuel.
  • Aristocrat seeks apprentice. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. References required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Ron Legnor if intrigued.
  • Bored? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward available. Must not smell. May include some hazards. Contact Mally Hilllot.
  • Bored? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome imps required. Reward available. Contact Ilyriglas Cyredseeker for more details.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Dones Cares.
  • Needed: Haatssa Bluerisen has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward available. Contact Terban Quillkos.

People [-]

The people in Hollmead love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Dan Tramand is a male human who is known in the world as being a renowned rugmaker. He appears intimidated.
  • Danry Giacoleton is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled leatherworker. He appears patriotic.
  • Grumrun Deepfinger is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled hatmaker. He appears outlandish.
  • Thororin Holybattler is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a decent barber. She appears gluttonous.
  • Jo Casnson is a male human who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled tailor. He appears nervous.
  • DaMickry Southmell is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre apothecary. She appears violent.
  • Thordin Barleymouth is a female dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a decent shipwright. She appears easily offended.
  • Daney Claybrook is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled tanner. He appears patronizing.
  • Ellenaen Gyssestride is a female elf who is known in the city as being a gifted copyist. She appears quiet.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Jo Barewicz, a deluded male half-elf. He is a warrior who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Faehiaava Eyllisspear, a pacifistic male drow. He is a rogue who is traveling with an important person.
  • Jam Dilell, a gambling male half-dwarf. He is a rogue who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Klukash Headcrusher, a contrarian androgynous bugbear. It is an aristocrat who is here to destroy a misconception.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Hollmead:

  • The Wrong Beer Depot [+]
  • The Angry Greyhound Shoppe [+]
  • The Sleepy Horse Inc. [+]
  • The Crimson Bull Inc. [+]
  • The Twisted Toad Builders [+]
  • The Furious Octopus High School [+]
  • The Dripping Octopus Herbalist [+]
  • The Blabbering Greyhound Botique [+]
  • The Burly Ulcer Postal Service [+]