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Welcome to Charbridge!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 159
  • Children: 20.75% (33)
  • Elderly: 17.61% (28)

Racial Breakdown

  • 103 troglodyte (64.7%)
  • 55 mindflayer (34.5%)
  • 1 other (0.6%)

Misc.

  • 2 Districts
  • 2 Businesses
  • 2 Specialists
  • 19 Residences

Summary [-]

Charbridge is a hamlet in the Donmou County with a monster population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate hamlet is sparsely populated (395/sq km), covers 0.40 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 713 meters.

Climate [-]

Charbridge 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 pleasant with high variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Charbridge sees a single star overhead: Nac, a large white star. Charbridge also has no moons. In the night sky, you see a celestial object: an imposing pulsar that has been around for generations.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to Charbridge; 1 road is major. The city is lined with muddy cobblestone paths in an irregular pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: trade and professional.

Government [-]

Charbridge 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 somwhat capable. Officials in Charbridge are often seen as resolute and the policies are despised. The political influence of Charbridge in the region is maturing due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population cowers in fear.

Leader [-]

Charbridge is ruled by Prime Minister S'hoorssen teh Ghezor. The Prime Minister has been in power for years and is respected by the people. There is peaceful opposition to the Prime Minister and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained through a knowledgeable and just populace.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city guard, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a kangaroo court, with a common punishment being torture.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 0.63% of the population (1 adult).

Military [-]

Charbridge has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 22 citizens (14%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 10 (6.75%). Of the active duty military, 1 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and lack of defensible wall, Charbridge is tolerably fortified. Charbridge fighters are praised for their use of Javelins in battle. They are revered for their rigid formations and are considered poorly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Charbridge is currently uncertain.

Resources [-]

Charbridge is known for the following resources:

  • Magical creepy amber mines that are hunted by gru. Mick Roberterley said somoeone said someone found a stash of emeralds hidden around somewhere.
  • An ancient cave inhabited by tame elephants that are avoided by locals.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, an old man haunted the town every six years and was drawn towards thieves. They say that the old man will ask a favor of you, then steal your soul.
  • A long time ago, a ghoul named Tilra lingered in the world. Some say that if you confront her, you will be driven mad.
  • Legends tell of Jenrette's Harp, a magical harp with the knack to solve any riddle. It was last seen years ago.
  • In olden times, a hag lingered in the countryside when the wind blows from the north. Folks say that the hag will ask a favor of you, then turn you into a mouse.

Events [-]

Charbridge is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Looking for work? I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Dan Stohews for further details.
  • Needed: Hearty souls needed to recover stolen bracelet. Reward is a secret. Guild membership required. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Thordal Wheelbeard.
  • Need a change of pace? A passing Bard is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Marrog Neckcracker.
  • Help Wanted: I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward available. Discretion required. Contact Delartlleu Dryearstrike.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome feral cats required. Must not smell. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Jamry Greenill.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Prior experience required. Reward is a secret. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Dak Eagleclaw.
  • Looking for something new? Someone stole my family heirloom. Find the louse, dead or alive. Reward available. References required. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Momn Ghosttmurder.

People [-]

The people in Charbridge despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Merth is a male mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a renowned chandler. He appears deluded.
  • Ghrizer is a female troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent tinker. She appears apologetic.
  • Trellter is a male mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled glassmaker. He appears efficient.
  • Chtupne is a female mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled bookseller. She appears idealistic.
  • Elhra is a female troglodyte who is known in that part of town as being a mocked woodseller. She appears lonely.
  • Ilixre is a female mindflayer who is known in the city as being a mocked weaver. She appears intimidated.
  • Trelltra is a female mindflayer who is known in the world as being a gifted social worker. She appears loud.
  • Surpka is a female troglodyte who is known in the city as being a gifted mason. She appears intimidated.
  • Porzer is a female troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled miller. She appears cautious.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Hurr, an attentive male mindflayer. He is a warrior who is delivering a message to a peasant.
  • Wrarall, a pious female mindflayer. She is a commoner who is doing something questionable.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Charbridge:

  • The Royal Wolfhound Fine Forks [+]
  • The Crossed Widowers Inc. [+]
  • The Wobblin' Greyhound Construction [+]
  • The Dancing Hole Inc. [+]
  • The Plaid Weasels Youth Hostel [+]
  • The Seven Boar Candle Maker [+]
  • The Six Princess Dock Company [+]
  • The New Jade Inc. [+]
  • The Ripped Maiden Inc. [+]