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Welcome to Altenana!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,452
  • Children: 9.99% (145)
  • Elderly: 25.96% (377)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,036 half-orc (71.3%)
  • 318 half-elf (21.9%)
  • 59 elf (4%)
  • 23 other (1.5%)
  • 16 human (1.1%)

Misc.

  • 6 Districts
  • 74 Businesses
  • 159 Specialists
  • 177 Residences

Summary [-]

Altenana is a small town in the Western Bermouique County with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile small town is nominally populated (3,380/sq km), covers 0.43 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 739 meters.

Climate [-]

Altenana 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 strong and the temperature is generally cold with minor variation. Precipitation is massive, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Altenana sees a binary star overhead: Luxor, an average yellow star and Sixek, an average red star. Altenana also has a single moon: Elame, an average briliant silver moon. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: a massive supernova that has been around for decades and an imposing galaxy that has been around for all eternity.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a solid wood wall that is 2 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 80% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.63 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 2 roads leading to Altenana; no roads are major. The city is lined with irregular dirt roads in an organic pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Altenana is governed through a democracy, where the supreme power is retained by the people, but is exercised through a system of representation. The government as a whole is seen as minimally competent. Officials in Altenana are often seen as reasonable and the policies are revered. The political influence of Altenana in the region is shrinking due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population overcomes their differences.

Leader [-]

Altenana is ruled by Prime Minister Toldo Bolgerfoot. The Prime Minister has been in power for years and is respected by the people. There is open opposition to the Prime Minister and policies. The right to rule was granted by foreign imposition, and that power is maintained through vague promises and a constant state of hope.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city watch, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being indentured servitude.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 1.52% of the population (22 adults).

Military [-]

Altenana has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 214 citizens (14.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 90 (6.25%). Of the active duty military, 9 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and solid wall, Altenana is properly fortified. Altenana fighters are despised for their use of axes in battle. They are much maligned for their frenzied fighting and are considered moderately skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Altenana is currently unwavering.

Resources [-]

Altenana is known for the following resources:

  • A cursed cave inhabited by dangerous bats that are feared by travelers. Filtai Ousseastrike said the locals speak of piles of kitten mittens in a well.
  • Fresh coconut plantations that are hunted by magic users. Jame Corield said one might find a stash of emeralds in a nearby pit.
  • A blessed gazebo inhabited by wild dragons that are avoided by vampires.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the olden days, a Pooka roamed the streets. Some say that the Pooka will ask a favor of you, then steal your soul.
  • In days gone by, the villagers of Lambmer Gate thrived. Things were good, but one day a murderer named Rxuk Ranthand slayed a local hero. The villagers tried to stop the murderer, but were caught. Along came a drow named Ilyriglas Silvermane, who was a skilled storyteller. Ilyriglas had the thought to slay the murderer by making a wager with Rxuk Ranthand. When Ilyriglas Silvermane faced the murderer, Ilyriglas Silvermane killed the murderer and rescued Lambmer Gate.
  • Long ago, a murderer named S'herzor wandered the world. Folks say that if you hear her, you will never be seen again.
  • Long, long ago, a minotaur named Not haunted the streets. Folks say that if you see her, you will die within 24 hours.
  • Legends tell of Mickic's Beans, a unique beans with the capability to answer any question. It hasn't reappeared in years.

Events [-]

Altenana is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Help Needed: I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will pay in gold. Contact Jory Stanan.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Serious inquiries only. Reward available. Contact Danes Stoewicz.
  • Bored? cheese tester wanted. Will pay in gold. Experienced professionals only. Contact Naruk Greatstomach.
  • A passing Warrior is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward available. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Thornir Greencairn if intrigued.
  • Looking for work? Require an instructor learned in horseback riding to tutor my child. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Mbok Foulgloom for more information.
  • Help Needed: Want to earn some quick coin? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Opportunity to earn a title. Special attire required. Contact Alarigthil Bladewing if intrigued.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward available. May include some hazards. Contact Gorn Riverbreaker.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Will reward you with valuable information. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Gush Oaknut for more information.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Sorcerer seeks apprentice. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Maleno Gyrobun.
  • Looking for something new? I have rats in my basement, plz halp! May include some hazards. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Kugg Armripper.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Experienced professionals only. Will reward you with valuable information. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Balrun Rubyslayer for more information.

People [-]

The people in Altenana accept outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Haahialleu Summerfeather is a female elf who is known in the world as being a gifted courtier. She appears gosipy.
  • Daves Peterley is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted painter. He appears self-obsessed.
  • Ilartaen Goldenseeker is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled baker. He appears beligerent.
  • Thuzg Bonebreaker is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a skilled salter. She appears melancholy.
  • Jam Antoning is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a renowned interpreter. She appears forgetful.
  • Delartiyn Earthmane is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre porter. She appears efficient.
  • Alehiaava Winternight is a female half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked hatmaker. She appears beligerent.
  • Davry Dilield is a female half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent beer seller. She appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Halvarssa Hawkwaker is a female elf who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled magic dealer. She appears vengeful.
  • Haavariyn Starnight is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent locksmith. He appears jolly.
  • Danry Gooden is a female human who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled bucklemaker. She appears vengeful.
  • Dartlas Rilynngazer is a female elf who is known in the region as being a mediocre handyman. She appears impatient.
  • Ilyttel Hunithseeker is a female elf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled beer seller. She appears smug.
  • Micke Goodsford is a female human who is known in the region as being a mediocre magic dealer. She appears easily offended.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Megd Cleaverhost, an egotistical male goblin. He is a warrior who is traveling with an acting troupe.
  • Zit, a beligerent female kobold. She is a commoner who is finding work as a spy.
  • Chatlleu Baequiheart, a sick male drow. He is a ranger who is finding a missing criminal.
  • Yerzin heh Khalzor, a jaded female lizardfolk. She is a barbarian who is following rediscovered ancient lore.
  • Merana Rainsoult, a xenophobic female minotaur. She is a paladin who is cleaning out a slum.
  • Snorbul Silvermansion, a shifty male deep dwarf. He is an expert who is traveling with an expidition.
  • Grumdal Firekiller, a gambling female dwarf. She is a commoner who is here to secretly assassinate a merchant.
  • Xodegd Greatfury, a mopey male hobgoblin. He is a commoner who is seeing the city.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Altenana:

  • The Ruby Dead Chop House [+]
  • The Gutted Bucket Harnesses [+]
  • The Wrong Fig Temple [+]
  • The Lecherous Princess Blowers [+]
  • The Violet House Butchery [+]
  • The Snoring Hall Clinic [+]
  • The Royal Monkey Fine Forks [+]
  • The Worn Thug Shrine [+]
  • The Wistful Troll Outlet [+]
  • The Whistling Boar Inc. [+]
  • The Smiling Silver Bakery [+]
  • The Wiley Clowns Outlet [+]
  • The Dew Hen Guard House [+]
  • The Happy Harpoon Mill [+]