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Welcome to Galesstein!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 18,875
  • Children: 26.80% (5,058)
  • Elderly: 14.00% (2,642)

Racial Breakdown

  • 7,267 lycanthrope (38.5%)
  • 4,304 kobold (22.8%)
  • 3,606 mindflayer (19.1%)
  • 2,473 dwarf (13.1%)
  • 453 halfling (2.4%)
  • 451 other (2.3%)
  • 321 hobgoblin (1.7%)

Misc.

  • 6 Districts
  • 358 Businesses
  • 2,868 Specialists
  • 2,395 Residences

Summary [-]

Galesstein is a large city in the Fulbe Territory with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (26,078/sq km), covers 0.72 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 957 meters.

Climate [-]

Galesstein has a Dry-Summer Subtropical climate, which is characterized by warm and dry summers with mild and wet winters, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are mild and the temperature is generally cool with little variation. Precipitation is negligible, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Galesstein sees a single star overhead: Cel, a small blue star. Galesstein also has a double moon: Spodipa, an average briliant silver moon and Chala, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a poorly maintained oak palisade that is 3 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.85 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Galesstein; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with even cobblestone streets in a linear pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, trade, prison, professional, industry, and civic.

Government [-]

Galesstein 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 magnificently organized. Officials in Galesstein are often seen as willing to look the other way for the right price and the policies are revered. The political influence of Galesstein in the region is wilting due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Galesstein is ruled by Master Grundal Greaseyvest. The Master has been in power for many years and is feared by the people. There is peaceful opposition to the Master and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained through random violence.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a grifters, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by a council, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.46% of the population (86 adults).

Military [-]

Galesstein has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2500 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 990 (5.25%). Of the active duty military, 81 (3.25%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and poorly maintained palisade, Galesstein is abysmally fortified. Galesstein fighters are mocked for their use of heavy mace in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Galesstein is currently flourishing.

Resources [-]

Galesstein is known for the following resources:

  • Plentiful carnivorous kitten glarings that are frequented by gru. Gozs said rumors tell of a stash of rubies in a nearby pit.
  • Unlimited old hemp bales that are visited frequently by kittens. Mbok Wormshredder said somoeone said someone found piles of silver hidden around somewhere.
  • Creepy hemp fields that are hunted by locals. Gkutok Bigmurder said the locals speak of a chest containing monkey wrenches in a dungeon.
  • A cursed cave inhabited by poisonous bats that are avoided by townspeople.
  • Paltry bee hives that are feared by locals. One might find piles of iron maidens in a well.
  • Magical ape troops that are visited frequently by magic users. Somoeone said someone found bags of penis sheathes in a dungeon.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times gone by, an old woman stalked the fields. Commoners say that the old woman will sneeze three times, then turn you into a mouse.
  • In the days of yore, the royals of Grafsti lived in peace. Things were quiet, but one day an evil monster named Mer'ith took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The royals tried to kill Mer'ith, but failed miserably. Along came a hero named Nbok Bigfury, who was a skilled storyteller. Nbok had the thought to slay the monster by making a wager with Mer'ith. When Nbok Bigfury faced the monster, Nbok Bigfury killed the monster and was killed in the process.
  • A long time ago, the royals of Fayny lived in peace. Things were peaceful, but one day Cyrros Lagrantalon the lich slayed a local hero. The royals tried to stop the lich, but were caught. Along came a hero named Tardol Grimsoult, who was an expert bowman. Tardol had a plan to trick the lich by killing the lich while he slept. When Tardol Grimsoult faced the lich, Tardol Grimsoult tricked Cyrros Lagrantalon.

Events [-]

Galesstein is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Bounty for squirrels, dead or alive. Mild danger may be involved. Must be a quick learner. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Rbkasr Dreadbeast.
  • Someone stole my magic candle. Find the louse, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Arond Warring.
  • Help! Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Opportunity to earn a title. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Guild membership required. Contact Dane Dilman if intrigued.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Mezn Biggloom.
  • Looking for something new? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward available. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Jamey Southinson.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Length of job expected to be short. Contact S'herzor se Khalssen.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward available. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Enthul.
  • Needed: Want to earn some quick coin? Missing painting. We suspect gremlins are the culprit. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Xuexn Rockbone.
  • Help Needed: Looking for work? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. May include some hazards. Will pay in gold. Contact Khalal fe Khalssen for further details.
  • I'm looking for rare bats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Must not smell. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Vessrc if interested.
  • Help Needed: Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Haalanava Dirthmane.
  • Looking for something new? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen ring of Cerobleh. Will reward you with valuable information. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Davic VanFrancewicz for more details.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen gemstone. Will pay in gold. Contact S'heral se Khalzor.
  • Help Needed: Someone stole my magic candle. Find the louse, dead or alive. No pay until task is completed successfully. Guild membership required. Reward available. Contact Khugluzg Bonekiller.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward available. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Flu'k'morn.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Length of job expected to be short. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Lomir Uglyriver.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Davey Benson.
  • Looking for work? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Faelenai Spiritshine.
  • Bounty for homuncului, dead or alive. Reward is a secret. Contact Vor.

People [-]

The people in Galesstein ignore outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Gkutet Metalkill is a male hobgoblin who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled bookbinder. He appears mopey.
  • Zol is a female kobold who is known in the world as being a decent tanner. She appears gosipy.
  • Abanir Roargem is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled cheesemaker. He appears egotistical.
  • Jam Martiland is a male lycanthrope who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled locksmith. He appears jesterly.
  • Xrexn Greatbeast is a female hobgoblin who is known in the world as being a mocked watercarrier. She appears smug.
  • Tbor Oozemurder is a male hobgoblin who is known in the region as being a renowned mason. He appears intimidated.
  • Merrc is a female mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled cheesemaker. She appears insecure.
  • Dan Kleinidge is a male lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a gifted glovemaker. He appears self-obsessed.
  • Xodoten Greathost is a female hobgoblin who is known in the region as being a mocked bookseller. She appears nervous.
  • Malco Orsall is a female halfling who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled mercenary. She appears pious.
  • Adadeda Freegoat is a female halfling who is known in the city as being a mediocre prostitute. She appears territorial.
  • Yik is a female kobold who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled sheriff. She appears conspirational.
  • Faldor Greencavern is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent sculptor. He appears pious.
  • Po Ashfur is a male halfling who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled baker. He appears chatty.
  • Jo Clayewicz is a female lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a decent official. She appears mopey.
  • Codi Kaesefield is a female halfling who is known in the world as being a decent bookbinder. She appears attentive.
  • Vor is a female kobold who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled sheriff. She appears forbidding.
  • Gkuturm Metalbasher is a male hobgoblin who is known in the city as being a gifted porter. He appears mopey.
  • Not is a male kobold who is known in the city as being a legendary spicemerchant. He appears violent.
  • Rat is a male kobold who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent mason. He appears vengeful.
  • Codene Sireshaker is a female halfling who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled miller. She appears scattered.
  • Lik is a female kobold who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre baker. She appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Vessth is a female mindflayer who is known in the city as being a renowned bather. She appears nihilistic.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Filtssa Hunitharrow, a sick female elf. She is a barbarian who is doing something amazing.
  • Dones Simonliffe, a skeptical male lycanthrope. He is a sorcerer who is here to secretly assassinate a merchant.
  • Dunu Boneripper, a lonely female half-orc. She is a warrior who is finding work as a skilled laborer.
  • Vit, a scattered male kobold. He is a commoner who is seeking honest work.
  • Snordal Clawmace, a vengeful female dwarf. She is a commoner who is seeking thrills and adventure.
  • Merm, a melancholy male mindflayer. He is a rogue who is seeing the city.
  • Tul Wizzbit, a jaded female gnome. She is a wizard who is following the voices.
  • Gronrog Skullripper, an intimidating female orc. She is an adept who is seeing the city.
  • Elhra, a smitten female troglodyte. She is a sorcerer who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Elhs, a gosipy female troglodyte. She is a commoner who is finding a missing artifact.
  • Ummut Armripper The Red, a healthy male orc. He is a rogue who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Duggugh Skullripper, a forbidding male bugbear. He is a fighter who is doing something impossible.
  • Jen Tinkerscope, a guilty male gnome. He is a rogue who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Jory Jackter, a patriotic female human. She is a rogue who is following a message from an angel.
  • Joe Marerton, a drunken male human. He is an adept who is finding a long-lost parent.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Galesstein:

  • The Belching Wagon Shoppe [+]
  • The Lonely Fig Inc. [+]
  • The Slaughtered Yawning Charity [+]
  • The Cloven Hatchet General Mechandise [+]
  • The Hilltop Wine Star Gazers [+]
  • The Fired Beer [+]
  • The Lazy Demon Cart Repairs [+]
  • The Worn Cock Shrine [+]
  • The Slaughtered Bunk Inc. [+]
  • The White Swagger Inpirationsl Waters [+]
  • The Tattered Tower Legion [+]
  • The Burning Fireplace Package Delivery [+]
  • The Naughty Monk Gloves [+]
  • The Vulgar Bunch Furs [+]
  • The Screaming Well Timberyard [+]
  • The Flaming Beauty Inc. [+]
  • The Orange Helix Firepit [+]
  • The Honest Thunderbird Shop [+]
  • The Wobbly Cock Lodge [+]
  • The Wobbling Turkey Roofing [+]
  • The Wobblin' Oarhouse Lodge [+]
  • The Pink Axehandle Wine Shoppe [+]
  • The Randy Harpoon Amory [+]