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Welcome to Dexden!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 210
  • Children: 43.81% (92)
  • Elderly: 1.43% (3)

Racial Breakdown

  • 151 ogre (71.9%)
  • 38 minotaur (18%)
  • 7 troglodyte (3.3%)
  • 5 goblin (2.3%)
  • 5 mindflayer (2.3%)
  • 3 orc (1.4%)
  • 1 other (0.4%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 4 Businesses
  • 4 Specialists
  • 27 Residences

Summary [-]

Dexden is a hamlet in the Donnah Province with a monster population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest hamlet is lightly populated (556/sq km), covers 0.38 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 695 meters.

Climate [-]

Dexden 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 breezy and the temperature is generally cool with minor variation. Precipitation is non-existant, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Dexden sees a single star overhead: Wor, an average yellow star. Dexden also has no moons. In the night sky, you see a celestial object: an imposing supernova that has been around for millenia.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Dexden; 1 road is major. The city is lined with rough dirt tracks in a contour-forming pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Dexden 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 inept and inadequate. Officials in Dexden are often seen as upright and the policies are feared. The political influence of Dexden in the region is consistent due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population squabbles amongst themselves.

Leader [-]

Dexden is ruled by Prince Ubal Oxnut. The Prince has been in power for several decades and is praised by the people. There is open opposition to the Prince and policies. The right to rule was granted by divine will, and that power is maintained through sheer willpower.

Laws [-]

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

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.95% of the population (2 adults).

Military [-]

Dexden has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 29 citizens (14%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 14 (7%). Of the active duty military, 1 (4.25%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and lack of defensible wall, Dexden is suitably fortified. Dexden fighters are respected for their use of glaives in battle. They are revered for their rigid formations and are considered inadequately skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Dexden is currently steadfast.

Resources [-]

Dexden is known for the following resources:

  • Plentiful magic berry fields that are hunted by magic users.
  • Rich dangerous caterpillar nests that are frequented by locals.
  • Berry fields that are frequented by gru. One might find piles of rubies in a nearby pit.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Kigan's Amulet, a special amulet with the ability to speak for itself. It was never recovered.

Events [-]

Dexden is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • A passing Commoner is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Must be clean. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Tommida Electrocog.
  • I'm looking for rare grigs, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward is a secret. Contact Tomwan Thermobolt.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will pay in gold. May include some hazards. Must be quick on your feet. Contact Jo Bartoden.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Durkon Barleysmith.
  • Help! Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Jamey Blacksford.
  • Help! Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will owe you a huge favor. Special attire required. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Zhubdig Skullkiller.
  • Help Needed: Bored? Rinrun Stormsinger has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward available. No pay until task is completed successfully. Discretion required. Contact Rot for more information.

People [-]

The people in Dexden love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Gaa Dawnsplitter is a female minotaur who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre chandler. She appears flirtatious.
  • Kerm Wormdamn is a female goblin who is known in the city as being a mocked vintner. She appears forbidding.
  • Narunk Foulbone is a female goblin who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled spicemerchant. She appears unreliable.
  • Doduk Eagleroot is a female ogre who is known in that part of town as being a renowned librarian. She appears xenophobic.
  • Dosh Bearbranch is a male ogre who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned adventurer. He appears battle-ready.
  • Ceezer is a male troglodyte who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled entertainer. He appears contrarian.
  • Odlab Backkiller is a male orc who is known in that part of town as being a skilled coach driver. He appears helpful.
  • Ghriraz is a male troglodyte who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled jailer. He appears battle-ready.
  • Mkasr Greatwiser is a female goblin who is known in the world as being a decent interpreter. She appears chatty.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Bormir Greensmelter, a contrarian female dwarf. She is a commoner who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • S'herzor heh Khalssen, a mocking female lizardfolk. She is an expert who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Belilaca Earthchaser, a cautious male minotaur. He is an expert who is traveling with an acting troupe.
  • Ilellaen Killeshield, a self-obsessed female drow. She is a fighter who is brokering a truce over a trade war.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Dexden:

  • The Mended Bunch Coop Hoop [+]
  • The Fawning Friends Inc. [+]
  • The Wistful Willow Shop [+]
  • The Frozen Axehandle Fine Books [+]
  • The Orange Swagger Shoppe [+]
  • The Wistful Crow Shop [+]
  • The Northern Ulcer Inc. [+]
  • The Punchin' Whisper Locksmith [+]
  • The Tattered Oarhouse Shrine [+]