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Welcome to Elkdar Springs!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,147
  • Children: 13.78% (158)
  • Elderly: 23.19% (266)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,120 half-elf (97.6%)
  • 15 other (1.3%)
  • 12 half-dwarf (1%)

Misc.

  • 6 Districts
  • 61 Businesses
  • 114 Specialists
  • 148 Residences

Summary [-]

Elkdar Springs is a small town in the Calanah Territory with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest small town is nominally populated (3,173/sq km), covers 0.36 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 677 meters.

Climate [-]

Elkdar Springs 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 continual and the temperature is generally freezing with little variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Elkdar Springs sees a binary star overhead: Lux, a small yellow star and Mex, an average red star. Elkdar Springs also has a single moon: Himame, an average briliant silver moon. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: a massive asteroid belt that has been around for millenia and an imposing black hole that has been around for centuries.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a pristine rubble fortification that is 2 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.74 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 8 roads leading to Elkdar Springs; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with irregular dirt roads in a wheel and spoke pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: poor, wealthy, shops, trade, professional, and industry.

Government [-]

Elkdar Springs is governed through a monarchy, where the supreme power is lodged in the hands of a monarch who reigns with constitutionally limited authority. The government as a whole is seen as shrewd. Officials in Elkdar Springs are often seen as upright and the policies are respected. The political influence of Elkdar Springs in the region is negligible due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population overcomes their differences.

Leader [-]

Elkdar Springs is ruled by Sultan Delomsha Bloodilg. The Sultan has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is revered by the people. There is forceful opposition to the Sultan 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 local gangs, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being indentured servitude.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 1.48% of the population (17 adults).

Military [-]

Elkdar Springs has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 169 citizens (14.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 83 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 9 (5.5%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and pristine fortification, Elkdar Springs is reasonably well fortified. Elkdar Springs fighters are hated for their use of unarmed combat in battle. They are much maligned for their frenzied fighting and are considered moderately skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Elkdar Springs is currently flourishing.

Resources [-]

Elkdar Springs is known for the following resources:

  • An old gazebo inhabited by carnivorous crows that are feared by witches.
  • A magical mine inhabited by vampire bees that are frequented by travelers. Rumors tell of bags of emeralds in a nearby pit.
  • Substantial ancient peat bogs that are frequented by gru. Vaz said somoeone said someone found piles of saphires hidden around somewhere.
  • Rare defenseless crow murders that are frequented by witches. Davic Barville said one might dig up a stash of saphires hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times past, the townsfolk of Janesald thrived. Things were quiet, but one day an evil dragon named Rugezn Darkkill took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The townsfolk tried to stop the dragon, but failed miserably. Along came a shifty half-orc named Jam Stangton, who was an expert bowman. Jam had a plan to trick the dragon by killing the dragon while she slept. When Jam Stangton faced the dragon, Jam Stangton defeated Rugezn Darkkill.
  • Some time ago, a murderer named Dubel stalked the region on rainy days and was drawn towards those that wronged others. Some say that if you see her, you will be driven mad.
  • In the olden days, an old woman roamed the swamps. Villagers say that the old woman will ask a favor of you, then steal your soul.
  • In the olden days, a serial killer named S'hoorzin haunted the streets during a full moon. Villagers say that if you face him, you will be stricken blind.
  • In the olden days, a minotaur named Grinril haunted the countryside during a red moon and was drawn towards misbehaving children. Villagers say that if you hear it, you will die within 24 hours.

Events [-]

Elkdar Springs is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Bored? lock picking contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will reward you with valuable information. Guild membership required. Contact Carlin Cogglebit.
  • Help Needed: I have homuncului in my basement, plz halp! Reward is a secret. Contact Junkey Fusegadget for more details.
  • Wanted: A passing Expert is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Special attire required. Contact Belhiaanae Spiritwind for more details.
  • Wanted: Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Perly Shadowwit.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome mephits required. Will reward you with valuable information. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Hilco Hotgather.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. No previous experience required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Doggug Backbreaker.
  • Daney Briand has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will pay in gold. Must be a quick learner. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Narexn Metalmurder.
  • Help Wanted: I have mephits in my basement, plz halp! Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Davry Davtone.
  • Someone stole my tiara. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will pay in gold. Guild membership required. Contact Gillita Tinkertonk for more details.
  • I'm looking for rare bats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Must be clean. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact El Wildwill for further details.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Mild danger may be involved. No previous experience required. Contact Danic Burfield if interested.

People [-]

The people in Elkdar Springs are critical of outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Durmir Goodbeard is a female half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent prostitute. She appears melancholy.
  • Erartssa Stillwake is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a skilled bather. She appears melancholy.
  • Jamey Colter is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled seamstress. He appears gambling.
  • Abalantel Silverweave is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a decent brewer. He appears lonely.
  • Jam Braill is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a decent bleacher. She appears battle-ready.
  • Mickey Chaman is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent locksmith. She appears forbidding.
  • Illartava Jadebreeze is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled tavern. He appears thick.
  • Gwarigtel Ousseamight is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a renowned messenger. He appears jolly.
  • Mickry Petrngton is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled professor. He appears gambling.
  • Errigtars Fairrose is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a legendary porter. He appears patronizing.
  • Skarim Smokebrooch is a female half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent mercer. She appears greedy.
  • Davic Bernatt is a female half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre magic dealer. She appears deluded.
  • Dave Davster is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent bounty hunter. He appears homesick.
  • Ilytinne Riftgale is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a skilled deputy. She appears violent.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Alli Wizzbolt, an idealistic female gnome. She is an expert who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Snorrin Drakedoor, an easily offended male half-dwarf. He is a barbarian who is following rediscovered ancient lore.
  • Arn Gearjet, a smug female gnome. She is a druid who is doing something nefarious.
  • Jamey Stasone, an intimidated male human. He is a barbarian who is delivering a message to a scholar.
  • Gorgin Brightdoor, a nervous male dwarf. He is a ranger who is delivering a message to a merchant.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Elkdar Springs:

  • The Chipped Elf Inc. [+]
  • The Tipsy Tree Supplies [+]
  • The New Toad Inc. [+]
  • The Ugly Bag Designs [+]
  • The Green Greyhound Pots [+]
  • The Surly Hen Hall [+]
  • The Fat Virgin Inc. [+]
  • The Deepwater Kraken Temple [+]
  • The Wistful Halfling Shoppe [+]
  • The Surly Maiden Security [+]
  • The Rolling Three Inc. [+]
  • The Wild Bull Bath House [+]
  • The Empty Wig Brewery [+]
  • The Divine Flask Healers [+]