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Welcome to Banman!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 17,745
  • Children: 37.64% (6,680)
  • Elderly: 6.25% (1,109)

Racial Breakdown

  • 7,063 mindflayer (39.8%)
  • 4,064 lycanthrope (22.9%)
  • 3,904 goblin (22%)
  • 2,236 human (12.6%)
  • 462 hobgoblin (2.6%)
  • 16 other (0%)

Misc.

  • 3 Districts
  • 336 Businesses
  • 2,693 Specialists
  • 2,278 Residences

Summary [-]

Banman is a large city in the Kinbe Region with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (26,433/sq km), covers 0.67 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 923 meters.

Climate [-]

Banman 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 wild and the temperature is generally cool with minor variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Banman sees a single star overhead: Kronek, a large blue star. Banman also has a double moon: Spota, an average pale yellow moon and Chame, a supermassive dull brown moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed limestone rampart that is 12 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.96 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 2 roads leading to Banman; no roads are major. The city is lined with even dirt roads in a grid pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, and trade.

Government [-]

Banman 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 incapable of even simple tasks. Officials in Banman are often seen as incorruptible and the policies are despised. The political influence of Banman in the region is receding due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Banman is ruled by President Tgus Cleaverhost. The President has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is honored by the people. There is no visible opposition to the President and policies. The right to rule was granted by forgery, and that power is maintained by draconian laws and underpaid guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a racketeers, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 0.47% of the population (84 adults).

Military [-]

Banman has a positive attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2351 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1330 (7.5%). Of the active duty military, 88 (3.75%) are special forces. Due to their positive attitude and destroyed rampart, Banman is abysmally fortified. Banman fighters are mocked for their use of heavy flail in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Banman is currently vibrant.

Resources [-]

Banman is known for the following resources:

  • Bountiful elephant parades that are frequented by gru. One might dig up bags of diamonds in a nearby pit.
  • Magical peat bogs that are avoided by children. Amabornine Roadbrother said one might dig up piles of silver hidden around somewhere.
  • Vampire bee hives that are avoided by kittens.
  • Magical old rock salt fields that are hunted by children. One might dig up a chest containing rubies in a tomb nearby.
  • Plentiful fresh coconut harvests that are frequented by townspeople.
  • A haunted grave yard inhabited by dangerous peacocks that are avoided by locals. Blorr said rumors tell of a stash of saphires in a well.
  • Amber mines that are frequented by kittens.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Years ago, a Boogyman stalked the streets before dawn. Commoners say that the Boogyman will sneeze three times, then carry you away.
  • In the olden days, the constable of Ellsrun Town lived in peace. Things were good, but one day Porra the monster kidnapped a princess. The constable tried to kill Porra, but were caught. Along came a drow named Elaartthil Swiftrunner, who was an expert bowman. Elaartthil had an idea to slay the monster by killing the monster while she slept. When Elaartthil Swiftrunner faced the monster, Elaartthil Swiftrunner banished Porra and was killed in the process.

Events [-]

Banman is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Wanted: Tuleno Thermogadget has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Loag Ivoryfoot.
  • I'm looking for rare toads, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Ardal Wheelsword.
  • wood carving contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Belnalava Riftrose.
  • Needed: Bounty for darkmantles, dead or alive. Discretion required. Reward available. Contact Rhudag Legcracker for more details.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Grimag Lightningchisel.
  • Needed: Need a change of pace? Bounty for rabbits, dead or alive. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Delnalinne Roothunter.
  • A passing Commoner is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Ham Cogglefiz.
  • Required: Require an instructor learned in astrology to tutor my child. Must be quick on your feet. Reward available. Contact Dzuezn Braingloom.
  • Require an instructor learned in local lore to tutor my child. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Chief Rugsh Skullcrusher.
  • Bored? I have darkmantles in my basement, plz halp! Guild membership required. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Larnalssa Rilynnlight for more information.
  • Bored? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather owlbear beak due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Must be clean. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Momn Giantbasher.
  • Bored? I have squirrels in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Ghogguk Mokbreaker.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Cot Cobblebit.
  • Help! Missing tomatoes. We suspect imps are the culprit. Safety not guaranteed. Will pay in gold. Contact Donic Casill.
  • Bored? Someone stole my jewel. Find the louse, dead or alive. Reward is a secret. Contact Mick VanRosewell.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? tincure tester wanted. Experienced professionals only. Will pay in gold. Contact Naret Rockrot for more information.
  • Looking for something new? Someone stole my ring of wishes. Find the louse, dead or alive. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Komn Ironwiser for more information.
  • Looking for something new? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Jam Blackard.
  • Bounty for rats, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Faevarinne Orleblaze.

People [-]

The people in Banman hate outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Nbun Damnbeast is a male goblin who is known in the region as being a mocked cartwright. He appears grieving.
  • Jamry VanBlackden is a female human who is known in the city as being a decent saddler. She appears self-obsessed.
  • Doney Franore is a male lycanthrope who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted teacher. He appears mocking.
  • Narbok Cleaverstomach is a female goblin who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled soldier. She appears melancholy.
  • Dave MacMatden is a female lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a horribly skilled tinker. She appears accusatory.
  • Tmkasr Damnshredder is a female goblin who is known in the region as being a decent hatmaker. She appears healthy.
  • Jamey Frangan is a male human who is known in the city as being a decent cobbler. He appears easily offended.
  • Jame Danley is a male lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a mocked wagoneer. He appears fatalistic.
  • Nbus Laughrender is a male hobgoblin who is known in that part of town as being a decent sage. He appears forbidding.
  • Joey Smithett is a female lycanthrope who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled grocer. She appears conspirational.
  • Vessrc is a female mindflayer who is known in the city as being a mediocre lumberjack. She appears egotistical.
  • Mickey Andrman is a female lycanthrope who is known in that part of town as being a gifted stablehand. She appears drunken.
  • Jory Smithwood is a male lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled specialty smith. He appears gambling.
  • Davey Stoidge is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled cheesemaker. She appears outlandish.
  • Dav Whiteston is a male lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a gifted leatherworker. He appears boastful.
  • Momd Wormhost is a female goblin who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent magic dealer. She appears cautious.
  • Danry Simonson is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled mason. He appears jolly.
  • Broten Wormgloom is a male hobgoblin who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent ship captain. He appears fashion concious.
  • Trellpair is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled undertaker. He appears spiteful.
  • Dane Rosennson is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled bowyer. He appears thick.
  • Mickry Andrecroft is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled collier. She appears forbidding.
  • Gkutok Oozekill is a female goblin who is known in the world as being a mediocre weaponsmith. She appears healthy.
  • Mickes Peterer is a male human who is known in the region as being a mediocre scribe. He appears gambling.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Kilpne, an authoritarian female mindflayer. She is a commoner who is traveling the world as a beggar.
  • Donry Rosenwood, a gosipy male lycanthrope. He is a commoner who is seeing the city.
  • Dav Stoling, a grieving male human. He is an adept who is here to buy supplies.
  • Dave Andreer, an egotistical female lycanthrope. She is a cleric who is here to destroy a rumor.
  • Bromd Dreadcutter, an attentive female hobgoblin. She is an adept who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Xuet Wormgloom, a healthy male hobgoblin. He is a commoner who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Tbeb Ghosttmaw, a violent female goblin. She is an expert who is delivering a message to a peasant.
  • Mastra, a skeptical female mindflayer. She is a wizard who is here to buy slaves.
  • Zurm Laughshadow, a fatalistic male hobgoblin. He is a commoner who is doing something questionable.
  • Dave Burham, a skeptical female lycanthrope. She is a fighter who is seeing the city.
  • Jam MacBenman, a mopey female human. She is a bard who is traveling with an acting troupe.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Banman:

  • The Colored Hall Dry Goods [+]
  • The Slippery Friends Textiles [+]
  • The Colored Three General Mechandise [+]
  • The Olde Helix Bows R Us [+]
  • The Northern Willow Inc. [+]
  • The Beefy Giant Shoppe [+]
  • The Dry Rock Shoppe [+]
  • The Fat Road Inc. [+]
  • The Boiling Turkey Fish Camp [+]
  • The Fermented Kettles Shop [+]
  • The Randy Hall Prison [+]
  • The Dripping Rouge Herbalist [+]
  • The Dew Song City Guard [+]
  • The Blind Frog Inc. [+]
  • The Sleepy Cup Inc. [+]
  • The Deepwater Fireplace Inc. [+]
  • The Stinky Rock Color Shop [+]
  • The Highlighted Rooster Star Gazers [+]
  • The New Song Glove Shop [+]
  • The Perfumed Eagle Wine Shoppe [+]
  • The Singing Knife Shoppe [+]
  • The Voluptuous Maiden Butchery [+]
  • The Tired Hole Shoppe [+]