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Welcome to Hawtow!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 27,390
  • Children: 14.55% (3,985)
  • Elderly: 22.75% (6,231)

Racial Breakdown

  • 12,764 minotaur (46.6%)
  • 7,177 bugbear (26.2%)
  • 2,599 other (9.4%)
  • 2,137 deep dwarf (7.8%)
  • 1,480 drow (5.4%)
  • 959 elf (3.5%)
  • 274 half-elf (1%)

Misc.

  • 7 Districts
  • 508 Businesses
  • 4,210 Specialists
  • 3,126 Residences

Summary [-]

Hawtow is a metropolis in the Outer Kinarkak Territory with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate metropolis is sparsely populated (577/sq km), covers 47.47 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 7774 meters.

Climate [-]

Hawtow has a Tropical Savanna climate, which is characterized by constant high temperatures and a pronounced dry season, and has rainy and dry seasons. Winds in the region are continual and the temperature is generally warm with strong variation. Precipitation is trivial, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Hawtow sees a single star overhead: Kron, an average white star. Hawtow also has a double moon: Prodopso, a large pale yellow moon and Spota, an average dull brown moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a scarred stone fortification that is 6 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 26.13 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Hawtow; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with well-maintained dirt roads in a linear pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Hawtow 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 efficient. Officials in Hawtow are often seen as underhanded and the policies are feared. The political influence of Hawtow in the region is unwavering due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population gives up their freedom in exchange for security.

Leader [-]

Hawtow is ruled by Lord Uk Oaksnout. The Lord has been in power for mere hours and is revered by the people. There is open opposition to the Lord and policies. The right to rule was granted by forgery, and that power is maintained through financial oppression.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city watch, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is unheard of. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.60% of the population (163 adults).

Military [-]

Hawtow has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 3697 citizens (13.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1506 (5.5%). Of the active duty military, 203 (5.5%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and scarred fortification, Hawtow is badly fortified. Hawtow fighters are much loved for their use of bastard swords in battle. They are praised for their hoarde tactics and are considered perfectly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Hawtow is currently weak.

Resources [-]

Hawtow is known for the following resources:

  • Kitten glarings that are hunted by zombies. Dav Chaand said somoeone said someone found piles of kitten mittens buried near there.
  • Vegetable patches that are avoided by locals. Somoeone said someone found bags of gold hidden around somewhere.
  • Tame spider clusters that are hunted by children. Rumors tell of piles of silver hidden around somewhere.
  • Substantial fresh clay banks that are avoided by children.
  • A blessed cave inhabited by poisonous elephants that are frequented by witches. The locals speak of bags of copper buried near there.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Way back when, an old woman wandered the streets. People say that the old woman will sneeze three times, then imprison you.
  • A long time ago, the townsfolk of Bonaari lived in harmony. Things were peaceful, but one day a ghoul named Gubel Eagletooth stole a priceless heirloom. The townsfolk tried to kill Gubel Eagletooth, but failed miserably. Along came a hero named Tgus Ogrebeast, who was an expert bowman. Tgus had the thought to slay the ghoul by causing a distraction while others struck. When Tgus Ogrebeast faced the ghoul, Tgus Ogrebeast killed the ghoul and was killed in the process.
  • Legends tell of Masrr's Jug, a special jug with the capability to summon angels. It was stolen from a locked vault.
  • Legends tell of Adakon's Shoes, a cursed shoes with the ability to dominate others. It was never recovered.
  • Some time ago, a hag wandered the fields. Villagers say that the hag will ask for your help, then give you a gift if you are nice.

Events [-]

Hawtow is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Help! I have stirge in my basement, plz halp! Must provide your own transportation. Reward is a secret. Contact Adaril Ironmead.
  • Bounty for stirge, dead or alive. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Amane Kalliroarer if interested.
  • Bounty for gremlins, dead or alive. Reward available. Contact Zogt Backripper.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome lizards required. Guild membership required. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Jory Goodville.
  • dungeon goop tester wanted. May include some hazards. Will pay in gold. Contact Dav Carrough.
  • Help Wanted: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Hathas Entrawind.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Opportunity to earn a title. Experienced professionals only. Contact Narun Damnmaw.
  • Kagburg Headsnapper has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Jamey Staford.
  • Missing magic candle. We suspect imps are the culprit. Reward is a secret. Special attire required. Contact Voths for further details.
  • Help Wanted: Need a change of pace? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen painting. Accidental Death insurance required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Komd Rantcutter.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Bounty for cockatrices, dead or alive. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Ilixtra.
  • wine tester wanted. Safety not guaranteed. Special attire required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact James Simoncombe.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will pay in gold. Contact Ilyellanae Softsworn.
  • A passing Monk is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will pay in gold. Contact Trellm.
  • Wanted: Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Length of job expected to be short. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Khalzor seh Khalzin to learn more.
  • Bored? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome imps required. Discretion required. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Ayadon Plainmarr.
  • I have rats in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Baldin Foeslasher.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Aesttars Silvermist.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward available. Contact Arond Rubybread to learn more.
  • Bored? I'm looking for rare rabbits, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward available. Length of job expected to be short. Must be clean. Contact Donry Chaer.
  • Looking for something new? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Opportunity to earn a title. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Kzuk Greatwiser.

People [-]

The people in Hawtow hate outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Abg Backripper is a female bugbear who is known in the region as being a gifted armorer. She appears exhausted.
  • Rubgab Moknor is a male bugbear who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled weaver. He appears pious.
  • Belimain Skymane is a male minotaur who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled cartwright. He appears jolly.
  • Grumril Earthsmasher is a male deep dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled harness maker. He appears greedy.
  • Uhshsh Skullbreaker is a male bugbear who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled mercenary. He appears sick.
  • Alerigaen Morninglight is a male drow who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled adventurer. He appears jaded.
  • Elaartlas Blackglider is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre miller. She appears authoritarian.
  • Aesnalaen Silvernight is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted shoemaker. He appears fashion concious.
  • Jakli Domrangli is a female minotaur who is known in the city as being a mocked painter. She appears drunken.
  • Tbemt Darkrender is a male bugbear who is known in the region as being a gifted rugmaker. He appears deluded.
  • Xuus Evilmurder is a male bugbear who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre grocer. He appears accusatory.
  • Delrigai Floralfire is a female drow who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned stablehand. She appears efficient.
  • Abatinne Longwatch is a male elf who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled wine seller. He appears impatient.
  • Naror Ghosttmaw is a male bugbear who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled lumberjack. He appears nervous.
  • Byleris Entramarr is a male minotaur who is known in the world as being a renowned cooper. He appears trusting.
  • Alevarthil Spiritrunner is an androgynous elf who is known in the region as being a gifted roofer. It appears easily offended.
  • Illnalaen Riverwalker is a female elf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled official. She appears guilty.
  • Haarigiyn Farwing is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled tilemaker. She appears resentful.
  • Donry Goodham is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a decent cartwright. She appears intimidating.
  • Zezn Metalbone is a female bugbear who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked tailor. She appears grieving.
  • Nug Headcrusher is a male bugbear who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled dyer. He appears mocking.
  • Xtog Nighthost is a male bugbear who is known in that part of town as being a decent jeweler. He appears quiet.
  • Don Barham is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled astrologer. He appears grieving.
  • Aeslantel Wishsun is a female elf who is known in the region as being a legendary potter. She appears drunken.
  • Thorrin Strongbarrel is a male deep dwarf who is known in the region as being a skilled plasterer. He appears nosy.
  • Bastrah Mistgan is a male minotaur who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted weaponsmith. He appears smug.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Borgan Foeneck, a trusting female deep dwarf. She is a druid who is finding work as a spy.
  • Delomtmos Bregkos, a grieving androgynous minotaur. It is an expert who is here to buy spices.
  • Barag Brightsmith, a jaded male deep dwarf. He is a barbarian who is here to destroy a rumor.
  • Aleellanae Darkriver, a lovelorn male drow. He is an expert who is following rumors of riches.
  • Chatai Arkeneastalker, an idealistic male drow. He is a rogue who is traveling with an expidition.
  • Tak Neckripper The Gray, a conspirational female bugbear. She is a bard who is seeking honest work.
  • Elhialas Wavewing, an intimidated female drow. She is a rogue who is on a mission from the gods.
  • Alenaltel Eytherspear, a skeptical female half-elf. She is a warrior who is finding work as a healer.
  • Thagg Backcracker, a grieving male bugbear. He is a rogue who is here to destroy a rumor.
  • Drizgob Backripper, a gosipy male bugbear. He is a commoner who is fleeing overdue taxes.
  • Donic Clayster, a homesick female half-elf. She is a cleric who is traveling with a circus.
  • Dan VanRosenick, a jolly female half-elf. She is a fighter who is seeing the city.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Hawtow:

  • The Wobbly Eagle Hostel [+]
  • The Glaring Oarhouse Inc. [+]
  • The Rolling Hen Chop House [+]
  • The Stowaway Dead General Store [+]
  • The Great Dead Scabbards [+]
  • The Salty Tree Timberyard [+]
  • The Knotted Pot Inc. [+]
  • The Wobbling Axehandle Roofing [+]
  • The Tipsy Monk Supplies [+]
  • The Sleepy Hearthstone Fabrics [+]
  • The Elegant Stump Money Lenders [+]
  • The Dwarven Tree Shop [+]
  • The Guinea Monkey Leather Goods [+]
  • The Lost Dead Inc. [+]
  • The Elven Dungeon Money Changers [+]
  • The Six Days Dock Company [+]
  • The Last Tree Hatters [+]
  • The Victorious Demon Inc. [+]
  • The Blue Days Scribe [+]
  • The Hilltop Weasels Star Gazers [+]
  • The Wrong Mug Dumping Ground [+]
  • The Shining Wand Lumber Mill [+]
  • The Whirling Stump Meat House [+]
  • The Stinking Fig Sculptures [+]
  • The Last Hatchet Hats Shop [+]
  • The Burning Swagger Postal Service [+]