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Welcome to South Hilldale!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 3,990
  • Children: 15.24% (608)
  • Elderly: 22.23% (887)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,561 half-dwarf (39.1%)
  • 787 gnome (19.7%)
  • 591 halfling (14.8%)
  • 463 half-elf (11.6%)
  • 284 half-orc (7.1%)
  • 216 elf (5.4%)
  • 88 other (2.2%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 125 Businesses
  • 538 Specialists
  • 510 Residences

Summary [-]

South Hilldale is a large town in the Fulark District with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile large town is moderately populated (7,453/sq km), covers 0.54 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 829 meters.

Climate [-]

South Hilldale has a Moist Continental climate, which is characterized by warm to cool summers and cold winters with severe snow storms, and has prevernal, spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally freezing with moderate variation. Precipitation is continual, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

South Hilldale sees a binary star overhead: Abakay, an average blue star and Uukol, an average yellow star. South Hilldale also has a single moon: Theka, an average briliant silver moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed rubble stockade that is 1 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.33 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to South Hilldale; 1 road is major. The city is lined with bumpy cobblestone streets in an irregular pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

South Hilldale is governed through a totalitarian government, where the government subordinates individuals by controlling all political and economic matters, as well as the attitudes, values, and beliefs. The government as a whole is seen as clearly incompetent. Officials in South Hilldale are often seen as virtuous and the policies are respected. The political influence of South Hilldale in the region is lasting due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population rallies behind its leaders.

Leader [-]

South Hilldale is ruled by Captain Gozg. The Captain has been in power for decades and is mocked by the people. There is public opposition to the Captain and policies. The right to rule was granted by constitution, and that power is maintained by unwavering supporters.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a neighborhood watch, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being community service.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 0.10% of the population (4 adults).

Military [-]

South Hilldale has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 508 citizens (12.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 289 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 20 (4%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and destroyed stockade, South Hilldale is greatly fortified. South Hilldale fighters are much maligned for their use of shortbows in battle. They are mocked for their phlanyx formations and are considered properly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in South Hilldale is currently flourishing.

Resources [-]

South Hilldale is known for the following resources:

  • An old grave yard inhabited by carnivorous spiders that are feared by kittens. Somoeone said someone found piles of penis sheathes in a dungeon.
  • Poisonous cormorant flights that are frequented by unicorns. The locals speak of bags of diamonds in a well.
  • Vampire cormorant flights that are hunted by zombies.
  • Substantial bat clouds that are feared by travelers.
  • Abundant defenseless clam beds that are feared by witches. Rumors tell of a chest containing platinum buried near there.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Some time ago, a hag wandered the world at dusk and was drawn towards misbehaving children. Some say that the hag will ask a favor of you, then carry you away.
  • In days gone by, a demon named Kibel hunted the woods when the wind blows from the south. Some say that if you see him, you will be stricken deaf.
  • In the olden days, the townsfolk of Saint Bypool lived in harmony. Things were good, but one day an evil spirit named Tekma Dawnsinger slayed a local hero. The townsfolk tried to kill Tekma Dawnsinger, but failed miserably. Along came a resentful drow named Alaartssa Melithwater, who was an expert bowman. Alaartssa had a plan to trick the spirit by making a wager with Tekma Dawnsinger. When Alaartssa Melithwater faced the spirit, Alaartssa Melithwater tricked Tekma Dawnsinger.
  • Some time ago, a wizard named Xrurm haunted the fields. Villagers say that if you hear him, you will never be seen again.
  • Long ago, a Pooka frequented the region when the wind blows from the north. People say that the Pooka will sneeze three times, then banish you if you are cruel.

Events [-]

South Hilldale is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Bored? Done Francling has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Discretion required. Contact Jo Braord.
  • Need a change of pace? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Accidental Death insurance required. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Tom Tinkerfiz.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Length of job expected to be short. Reward available. Contact Tudun Nightcutter.
  • Wanted: Looking for something new? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward available. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Mick Robertan if intrigued.
  • Wanted: Hearty souls needed to recover stolen lucky stone. Reward is a secret. Contact Gogan Rockclaw.
  • I have derros in my basement, plz halp! Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Elhlak.
  • Bounty for brain moles, dead or alive. Special attire required. Will pay in gold. Contact Ghobb Neckripper if interested.
  • Looking for something new? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Rot.
  • cheese tester wanted. No pay until task is completed successfully. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Glommu Skullcracker if interested.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will pay in gold. Contact S'herzor se S'herzor.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward is a secret. Contact Kemt Greatstomach if intrigued.
  • Help Needed: Need a change of pace? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen key. Must be quick on your feet. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Tbok Brainrot.
  • I'm looking for rare quazits, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward is a secret. Contact Kiduk Bearmane.

People [-]

The people in South Hilldale love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Davry Roberthouse is a male half-orc who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled bucklemaker. He appears idealistic.
  • Dane Brownell is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled sheriff. He appears efficient.
  • Davry Brafield is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled cheesemaker. He appears authoritarian.
  • Ozn Neckcrusher is a female half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled weaponsmith. She appears homesick.
  • Daney VanAndretone is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a mediocre cooper. She appears embittered.
  • Abataen Summerform is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a gifted fishmonger. She appears easily offended.
  • Ilynalthil Brightchaser is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled mercer. He appears violent.
  • Tomson Fusecog is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled porter. He appears self-obsessed.
  • Throbul Kindkeg is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled tailor. He appears idealistic.
  • Duddurg Armcracker is a male half-orc who is known in the city as being a gifted teacher. He appears melancholy.
  • Drogan Pearlbread is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled cartwright. She appears cautious.
  • Hewlin Gyrobit is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a decent fishmonger. He appears boastful.
  • Micke Martiwood is a male half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled social worker. He appears battle-ready.
  • Grunrin Clashingdoor is a female half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a mediocre artist. She appears egotistical.
  • Arnxie Wizzgadget is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a decent dyer. He appears guarded.
  • Filrigssa Duskborne is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent alchemist. She appears lovelorn.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Morule Longstrider, a nihilistic female minotaur. She is an aristocrat who is finding a long-lost sibling.
  • Pors, a cowed female troglodyte. She is a commoner who is here to buy slaves.
  • Thzzpair, an egotistical male mindflayer. He is a rogue who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Jam Peterall, a self-obsessed female half-orc. She is an expert who is following rumors of riches.
  • Kunk Braindeath, a boastful male hobgoblin. He is a wizard who is fleeing an abusive lover.
  • Zor Greatcutter, a greedy female goblin. She is a commoner who is doing something questionable.
  • Done Burworth, a forgetful male half-elf. He is a bard who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Flupne, a cowed female mindflayer. She is a commoner who is here to buy supplies.
  • Aztred Bregthorn, a patronizing male minotaur. He is a wizard who is finding a long-lost distant relative.
  • Porraz, a fashion concious female troglodyte. She is a commoner who is following rumors of riches.
  • Rot, a mopey male kobold. He is a commoner who is traveling with an expidition.
  • Gwariganae Winterstryke, a deluded female elf. She is an expert who is seeking healing for a crippling injury.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in South Hilldale:

  • The Colored Dragon General Mechandise [+]
  • The Crippled Thug Inc. [+]
  • The Frosty Imps Shrine [+]
  • The Knotted Halfling Inc. [+]
  • The Mad Wagonhouse Word Smiths [+]
  • The Open Cloak Firepit [+]
  • The Nomadic Well Inc. [+]
  • The Boiling Kettles Sport House [+]
  • The Wiley Tree Shop [+]
  • The Wistful Cesspit Shop [+]
  • The Smithy Cesspit Shop [+]
  • The Dwarven Hatchet Wares [+]
  • The Crimson Maiden Inc. [+]
  • The Vulgar Road Furs [+]
  • The Crooked Thunderbird Inc. [+]
  • The Burly Bull Mail Service [+]