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Welcome to Decorwood Springs!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 4,531
  • Children: 13.48% (611)
  • Elderly: 23.48% (1,064)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,867 half-dwarf (41.2%)
  • 1,627 dwarf (35.9%)
  • 834 half-orc (18.4%)
  • 84 other (1.8%)
  • 73 human (1.6%)
  • 46 elf (1%)

Misc.

  • 3 Districts
  • 135 Businesses
  • 658 Specialists
  • 541 Residences

Summary [-]

Decorwood Springs is a large town in the Markan County with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile large town is moderately populated (7,327/sq km), covers 0.62 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 888 meters.

Climate [-]

Decorwood Springs has a Tropical Seasonal Forest climate, which is characterized by constant high temperatures and seasonal torrential rains, and has hot, rainy and cool seasons. Winds in the region are mild and the temperature is generally warm with minor variation. Precipitation is heavy, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Decorwood Springs sees a binary star overhead: Abaj, a large yellow star and Uul, a large blue star. Decorwood Springs also has a single moon: Thedo, a large pale yellow moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a scarred limestone barrier that is 6 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.52 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 7 roads leading to Decorwood Springs; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with bumpy cobblestone paths in a grid pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Decorwood Springs 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 mostly sufficient. Officials in Decorwood Springs are often seen as underhanded and the policies are hated. The political influence of Decorwood Springs in the region is declining due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population rallies behind its leaders.

Leader [-]

Decorwood Springs is ruled by President James Bering. The President has been in power for several decades and is ridiculed by the people. There is public opposition to the President and policies. The right to rule was granted by appointment, and that power is maintained through vague threats and a constant state of fear.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a neighborhood watch, who can be bribed. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being community service.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 0.09% of the population (4 adults).

Military [-]

Decorwood Springs has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 577 citizens (12.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 260 (5.75%). Of the active duty military, 28 (5%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and scarred barrier, Decorwood Springs is greatly fortified. Decorwood Springs fighters are much maligned for their use of composite bows in battle. They are ridiculed for their phlanyx formations and are considered properly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Decorwood Springs is currently stable.

Resources [-]

Decorwood Springs is known for the following resources:

  • A haunted shrine inhabited by defenseless chinchillas that are feared by zombies. One might find a chest containing diamonds in a nearby pit.
  • Coffee fields that are visited frequently by kittens. Aesriglas Softform said the locals speak of a stash of iron maidens in a tomb nearby.
  • A haunted battle field inhabited by vampire quails that are avoided by locals.
  • Ape troops that are frequented by wenches. Somoeone said someone found a chest containing platinum in a dungeon.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Eltinne's Brooch, a magical brooch with the capability to disappear on its own. It was never recovered.
  • Way back when, a ghoul named Dash stalked the world when the wind blows from the west and was drawn towards acts of greed. Some say that if you see him, you will be killed.
  • A long time ago, the villagers of Humbercreek thrived. Things were always nice, but one day an evil lich named Surps kidnapped a princess. The villagers tried to kill Surps, but failed miserably. Along came Dones Jameland the lycanthrope, who was an expert bowman. Dones had the thought to slay the lich by causing a distraction while others struck. When Dones Jameland faced the lich, Dones Jameland tricked Surps.
  • Years ago, the royals of New Clarkland lived happily. Things were peaceful, but one day an evil monster named S'hoorzor seh S'hooral took over the town. The royals tried to kill S'hoorzor seh S'hooral, but didn't get close. Along came a greedy troglodyte named Ghrilak, who was an expert bowman. Ghrilak had a plan to trick the monster by making a wager with S'hoorzor seh S'hooral. When Ghrilak faced the monster, Ghrilak defeated S'hoorzor seh S'hooral.
  • In olden times, a ghoul named Ilix'ith frequented the town. They say that if you touch her, you will be stricken deaf.

Events [-]

Decorwood Springs is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • A passing Adept is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Length of job expected to be short. Reward available. Contact Donic Kleington.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward available. Contact Ghagan Beartooth for more information.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will reward you with a land deed. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Dotgash Armkiller.
  • I have giant spiders in my basement, plz halp! Must submit to magical scrutiny. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Bellentars Killestalker.
  • Help Needed: Want to earn some quick coin? Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Anlak for more information.
  • Need a change of pace? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with a land deed. Must provide your own transportation. May include some hazards. Contact Gkutuk Cleaverbeast.
  • Looking for something new? Bounty for gremlins, dead or alive. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Grotguh Mokkiller The Black.
  • Looking for something new? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will owe you a huge favor. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Anraz for more details.
  • Help Needed: Require an instructor learned in morbid obesity research to tutor my child. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Kezn Wormshadow.
  • Help Wanted: woodcutting contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Jamry Barrell for more information.
  • Help! Adept seeks apprentice. Reward is a secret. Discretion required. Contact Perbornine Runningmidge.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome beaky brain monsters required. No pay until task is completed successfully. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Surpg for more details.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen chalice. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Rxus Bladerot.

People [-]

The people in Decorwood Springs are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Dones Jamerough is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a mediocre priest. He appears shifty.
  • Grunond Talonshoulder is a female dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted weaponsmith. She appears egotistical.
  • Alaellssa Nightrisen is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled warehouse worker. He appears battle-ready.
  • Thazgurz Armkiller is a male half-orc who is known in the city as being a gifted saddler. He appears unreliable.
  • Grabd Skullnor is a male half-orc who is known in the world as being a renowned furrier. He appears lovelorn.
  • Aesrigiyn Wintercloak is a male elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled scabbardmaker. He appears insecure.
  • Gaeleninne Ravenweave is a female elf who is known in the city as being a mediocre bleacher. She appears fashion concious.
  • Bargin Smokesword is a male dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted shipwright. He appears pious.
  • Ilyttel Keenmist is a male elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre plasterer. He appears smitten.
  • Morbin Starfounder is a male dwarf who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled butcher. He appears smug.
  • Thagg Armkiller is a female half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a gifted pastrycook. She appears quiet.
  • Joic Petrall is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled watercarrier. He appears grieving.
  • Illlanssa Spiritrose is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled wagoneer. He appears gosipy.
  • Doney Harin is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a decent bowyer. She appears deluded.
  • Joic Petrfield is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a decent shoemaker. He appears guarded.
  • Drorim Steelknee is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a gifted leatherworker. He appears smitten.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Ulond Quartzbreaker, a worrying male half-dwarf. He is a commoner who is traveling with an acting troupe.
  • Jo Gooden, a healthy male half-orc. He is a commoner who is following the voices.
  • Alanalava Bluegleam, a treasure-obsessed male half-elf. He is a commoner who is seeking honest work.
  • Co Leagalow, an efficient male halfling. He is a barbarian who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Bon Wizzscope, an easily offended male gnome. He is an adept who is on a mission from the gods.
  • Dav Wilham, a beligerent male half-dwarf. He is an adept who is following the voices.
  • Uhgbor Bonenor, a scattered female half-orc. She is a fighter who is on a mission from the gods.
  • Dones Tramwood, a grieving female human. She is a commoner who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Ellanthil Broadborne, a smug male half-elf. He is a commoner who is here to secretly assassinate a ruler.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Decorwood Springs:

  • The Lecherous Crate Glass Crafters [+]
  • The Blue Kraken Scribe [+]
  • The Smithy Cup Bakery [+]
  • The Belching Greyhound Shoppe [+]
  • The Murdered Helix Inc. [+]
  • The Seven Virgin Candle Maker [+]
  • The Greasy Dwarf Scabbards [+]
  • The Naughty Tree Glove Makers [+]
  • The Blind Baiter Scribe [+]
  • The Stinky Widowers Color Shop [+]
  • The Crimson Widowers Inc. [+]
  • The Rusty Hammer Inc. [+]
  • The Tattered Beer of Hell [+]
  • The Plaid Maiden Youth Hostel [+]
  • The Sleeping Lion Inc. [+]
  • The Drifting Tower House [+]