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Welcome to Zealvista Pines!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 520
  • Children: 13.46% (70)
  • Elderly: 23.46% (122)

Racial Breakdown

  • 415 human (79.8%)
  • 104 half-dwarf (20%)
  • 1 other (0.1%)

Misc.

  • 1 Districts
  • 22 Businesses
  • 32 Specialists
  • 66 Residences

Summary [-]

Zealvista Pines is a small village in the Upper Calaran Province with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest small village is lightly populated (847/sq km), covers 0.61 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 881 meters.

Climate [-]

Zealvista Pines has a Temperate Deciduous Forest climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and dry winters, and has prevernal, spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter seasons. Winds in the region are non-existent and the temperature is generally chilly with high variation. Precipitation is heavy, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Zealvista Pines sees a single star overhead: Mej, an average white star. Zealvista Pines also has no moons. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: an imposing supernova that has been around for generations and an imposing nebula that has been around for decades.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Zealvista Pines; 1 road is major. The city is lined with broken cobblestone paths in a random mesh pattern.

Districts [-]

The city includes a market district.

Government [-]

Zealvista Pines is governed through a dictatorship, where the ruler or small clique wield absolute power (not restricted by a constitution or laws). The government as a whole is seen as slipshod. Officials in Zealvista Pines are often seen as honorable and the policies are praised. The political influence of Zealvista Pines in the region is thriving due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population squabbles amongst themselves.

Leader [-]

Zealvista Pines is ruled by Chief Davey Smithngton. The Chief has been in power for decades and is despised by the people. There is violent opposition to the Chief and policies. The right to rule was granted by appointment, and that power is maintained through the ignorance of the plebeian society.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a roving thieves, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a kangaroo court, with a common punishment being execution.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 1.15% of the population (6 adults).

Military [-]

Zealvista Pines has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 74 citizens (14.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 36 (7%). Of the active duty military, 3 (4.25%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and lack of defensible wall, Zealvista Pines is suitably fortified. Zealvista Pines fighters are revered for their use of ranseurs in battle. They are hated for their rigid formations and are considered tolerably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Zealvista Pines is currently steadfast.

Resources [-]

Zealvista Pines is known for the following resources:

  • Endangered amber deposits that are visited frequently by locals.
  • Clam beds that are visited frequently by locals. Arn Wobbcog said somoeone said someone found piles of gold in a nearby pit.
  • Rubber trees that are frequented by gru. The locals speak of piles of platinum in a nearby pit.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Many years ago, the townsfolk of Mount Adsti lived in harmony. Things were always nice, but one day an evil lich named Masth took over the town. The townsfolk tried to kill Masth, but were caught. Along came a troglodyte named Pors, who was a valiant knight. Pors had the thought to slay the lich by using magic to banish it. When Pors faced the lich, Pors tricked Masth.
  • In times past, a dragon named Vothzer wandered the fields during the summer solstice. They say that if you caught her, you will be stricken blind.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, the villagers of San Ferwall lived in peace. Things were always nice, but one day an evil vampire named Elhg stole a priceless heirloom. The villagers tried to kill Elhg, but were caught. Along came a dwarf named Grimkon Dullhill, who was an expert bowman. Grimkon had a plan to trick the vampire by using magic to banish it. When Grimkon Dullhill faced the vampire, Grimkon Dullhill tricked Elhg.
  • Legends tell of Shagtu's Harp, a magical harp with the knack to summon angels. It disappeared after an attack by bandits.
  • In the days of yore, a ghoul named Surps roamed the swamps. They say that if you caught her, you will be stricken deaf unless you pay a tribute.

Events [-]

Zealvista Pines is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will pay in gold. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Trun Greathost to learn more.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Jory Bercombe for further details.
  • Required: Bounty for squirrels, dead or alive. Reward is a secret. Special attire required. Contact Snorbor Feastslayer to learn more.
  • Need a change of pace? Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Tudemt Ogrebasher.
  • lock picking contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Reward is a secret. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact Guk Oxbranch.
  • Wanted: woodcutting contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will reward you with valuable information. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Dat.
  • Wanted: Require an instructor learned in sorcery to tutor my child. Reward is a secret. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Drilah Skullcracker The Black.
  • Help Needed: Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Guild membership required. Will pay in gold. Contact Durgan Forgeknee for more information.

People [-]

The people in Zealvista Pines ignore outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Jam Andreewicz is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled physician. She appears grieving.
  • Jamry Whitcombe is a male human who is known in the world as being a skilled pursemaker. He appears boastful.
  • Joic Broes is a male human who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled professor. He appears xenophobic.
  • Grunnir Armoraxe is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a renowned hatmaker. She appears authoritarian.
  • Dones MacCarhews is a male human who is known in the region as being a mediocre salter. He appears self-obsessed.
  • Mickey Stanrough is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a skilled bleacher. She appears trusting.
  • Balbin Paperplate is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled ostler. He appears smug.
  • Daves Staner is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled wine seller. She appears fashion concious.
  • Daney Kleington is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled teacher. He appears guarded.
  • Throbor Ivorysmith is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a mocked alchemist. She appears melancholy.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Jam Andreman, an authoritarian female human. She is a fighter who is cleaning out a wealthy person.
  • Donry Robertan, a treasure-obsessed male human. He is a commoner who is fleeing a bad family situation.
  • Ninrette Thermobit, an idealistic female gnome. She is a commoner who is seeking revenge.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Zealvista Pines:

  • The Plaid Dead Hostel [+]
  • The Shallow Boar Timber Mill [+]
  • The Sterling Troll Sculptures [+]
  • The Wandering Hammer Night Smiths [+]
  • The Dripping Peddler Herbalist [+]
  • The Golden Octopus Inc. [+]
  • The Cloven Oarhouse Inc. [+]
  • The Worn Hall Temple [+]
  • The Grimy Frog Pots [+]
  • The Dreaming Octopus Healers [+]