+

Welcome to Hawksti!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 2,747
  • Children: 17.33% (476)
  • Elderly: 20.75% (570)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,215 half-orc (44.2%)
  • 1,086 dwarf (39.5%)
  • 286 half-elf (10.4%)
  • 53 gnome (1.9%)
  • 42 human (1.5%)
  • 37 other (1.3%)
  • 28 elf (1%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 108 Businesses
  • 362 Specialists
  • 339 Residences

Summary [-]

Hawksti is a town in the Cenem Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile town is moderately populated (5,883/sq km), covers 0.47 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 773 meters.

Climate [-]

Hawksti has a Tropical Rainforest climate, which is characterized by constant high temperatures, continual rain year-round, and has minimal natural seasons, and has negligible seasons. Winds in the region are mild and the temperature is generally warm with little variation. Precipitation is massive, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Hawksti sees a binary star overhead: Uur, an average yellow star and Lur, a large brown star. Hawksti also has a single moon: Sinodo, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see three celestial objects: a massive pulsar that has been around for all eternity, a massive galaxy that has been around for millenia, and an imposing asteroid belt that has been around for centuries.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a battered stone enclosure that is 6 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.33 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 7 roads leading to Hawksti; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with smooth dirt tracks in a grid pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, poor, education, wealthy, and trade.

Government [-]

Hawksti 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 adequate. Officials in Hawksti are often seen as on the take and the policies are feared. The political influence of Hawksti in the region is negligible due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population comes together and fights as one.

Leader [-]

Hawksti is ruled by Sovereign Falond Sunstream. The Sovereign has been in power for years and is feared by the people. There is open opposition to the Sovereign and policies. The right to rule was granted by consensus, and that power is maintained through the ignorance of the plebeian society.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city watch, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being fines.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 1.71% of the population (47 adults).

Military [-]

Hawksti has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 412 citizens (15%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 151 (5.5%). Of the active duty military, 19 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and battered enclosure, Hawksti is admirably fortified. Hawksti fighters are much maligned for their use of longbows in battle. They are ridiculed for their phlanyx formations and are considered reasonably well skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Hawksti is currently steady.

Resources [-]

Hawksti is known for the following resources:

  • A magical mine inhabited by tame cormorants that are visited frequently by witches.
  • Spider clusters that are frequented by wenches. Uovra Swiftcloud said one might find bags of monkey wrenches in a well.
  • Woodpecker descents that are visited frequently by wenches.
  • Rich caterpillar nests that are hunted by vampires. One might dig up a chest containing gold in a nearby pit.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Years ago, a spirit named Ceezer frequented the fields when the moon is new. Some say that if you see him, you will be stricken deaf.
  • Some time ago, a hag haunted the world. Some say that the hag will ask a favor of you, then banish you if you are cruel.
  • Legends tell of Donry's Throne, a unique throne with the power to summon angels. It was last seen years ago.
  • In times gone by, a Pooka frequented the woods before dawn. They say that the Pooka will ask a favor of you, then banish you if you are cruel.

Events [-]

Hawksti is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen artifact. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Adaril Hawkstaff.
  • grigs-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Cairtmos Zharangli.
  • I have beaky brain monsters in my basement, plz halp! Will owe you a huge favor. Length of job expected to be short. Must be quick on your feet. Contact Zad Neckbreaker.
  • Require an instructor learned in self defense to tutor my child. Will reward you with valuable information. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Jamey Simonwell.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will owe you a huge favor. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Thakush Skullcracker.
  • Help Wanted: Someone stole my golden skill. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will reward you with a land deed. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Skadal Barleyeye.
  • Need a change of pace? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Serious inquiries only. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Davey Jackcombe for more information.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact ArLoa Tesfury for more details.
  • Help Wanted: Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Experienced professionals only. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Gohrus Thunderstrider.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Zkasr Ogreslay.
  • Missing shovel. We suspect rust rats are the culprit. Reward available. Contact Jo Davmell to learn more.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Must not smell. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Doduk Boarroot for further details.

People [-]

The people in Hawksti despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Broorin Clashingmansion is a female dwarf who is known in the city as being a renowned herbalist. She appears self-obsessed.
  • Dav Davididge is a male human who is known in the world as being a mediocre physician. He appears scattered.
  • Chatanae Silvermane is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled ropemaker. She appears cautious.
  • Jame MacJameing is a female human who is known in the city as being a decent social worker. She appears territorial.
  • Bargin Dullbeard is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled warehouse worker. He appears unreliable.
  • Hewnk Rocketgadget is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a mocked watercarrier. She appears embittered.
  • Mickic MacAndrston is a male human who is known in the world as being a decent lumberjack. He appears jaded.
  • Hewwan Greasebun is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled deputy. She appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Halartinne Wolfrunner is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled courtier. He appears gambling.
  • Malkey Greasebit is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled bleacher. She appears authoritarian.
  • Haahiaaen Blueshield is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled carpenter. He appears melancholy.
  • Wiznk Rocketjet is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a decent alchemist. He appears helpful.
  • Gavby Gyrobun is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked forester. He appears patriotic.
  • Done Martitone is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled roofer. She appears violent.
  • Jam Wilin is an androgynous human who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled outfitter. It appears shifty.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Halvarssa Sunsky, a deluded female elf. She is an adept who is here to destroy a rumor.
  • Abaelliyn Wolfseeker, an accusatory androgynous elf. It is a druid who is following rumors of riches.
  • Dav Franll, a contrarian female human. She is an expert who is following rediscovered ancient lore.
  • Abarigthil Arkeneagleam, an intimidating male elf. He is a cleric who is here to secretly assassinate a peasant.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Hawksti:

  • The Drunken Oarhouse Jewelers [+]
  • The Dreaming Tree Clinic [+]
  • The Guinea Imps Leather Goods [+]
  • The Wandering Iron Furs [+]
  • The Short Cat Bindary [+]
  • The Gutted Flask Harnesses [+]
  • The Divine Dungeon Healers [+]
  • The Punchin' Nomad Locksmith [+]
  • The Northern Heart Inc. [+]
  • The Smithy Three Sweet House [+]
  • The Wobblin' Skull Construction [+]
  • The Worn Dragon Temple [+]
  • The Naughty Mug [+]
  • The Knotted Bunk Inc. [+]
  • The Colored Turkey General Mechandise [+]