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Welcome to Dershall Grove!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 21,630
  • Children: 25.05% (5,418)
  • Elderly: 15.25% (3,298)

Racial Breakdown

  • 9,950 mindflayer (46%)
  • 8,631 half-orc (39.9%)
  • 1,320 dwarf (6.1%)
  • 887 half-elf (4.1%)
  • 343 other (1.5%)
  • 282 gnome (1.3%)
  • 217 deep dwarf (1%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 410 Businesses
  • 3,329 Specialists
  • 2,508 Residences

Summary [-]

Dershall Grove is a large city in the Picacan Domain with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (26,467/sq km), covers 0.82 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 1021 meters.

Climate [-]

Dershall Grove 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 chilly with moderate variation. Precipitation is trivial, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Dershall Grove sees a single star overhead: Krolun, an average blue star. Dershall Grove also has a double moon: Sporo, a massive bone white moon and Chaka, a large pale yellow moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a sturdy Iron barrier that is 3 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.34 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Dershall Grove; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with even cobblestone streets in a looped pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Dershall Grove is governed through a republic, where the people's elected representatives, not the people themselves, vote on legislation.. The government as a whole is seen as mostly sufficient. Officials in Dershall Grove are often seen as fair and the policies are loved. The political influence of Dershall Grove in the region is steadfast due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Dershall Grove is ruled by Governor Skarun Graniteslayer. The Governor has been in power for mere hours and is mocked by the people. There is minor opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by hereditary succession, and that power is maintained through vague promises and a constant state of hope.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a trade guild, who can be bribed. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 0.47% of the population (102 adults).

Military [-]

Dershall Grove has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2865 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1351 (6.25%). Of the active duty military, 143 (5%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and sturdy barrier, Dershall Grove is abysmally fortified. Dershall Grove fighters are mocked for their use of spiked clubs in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Dershall Grove is currently calm.

Resources [-]

Dershall Grove is known for the following resources:

  • Vampire scorpion beds that are frequented by vampires. Somoeone said someone found piles of small lyres hidden around somewhere.
  • Magical clay banks that are frequented by kittens. Kzurm Foulstomach said somoeone said someone found bags of emeralds hidden around somewhere.
  • A magical shrine inhabited by dangerous crows that are visited frequently by zombies. One might dig up piles of diamonds in a nearby pit.
  • A new shrine inhabited by poisonous beavers that are visited frequently by travelers. The locals speak of bags of gold in a well.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Many years ago, a hag wandered the region during a full moon. Folks say that the hag will ask a favor of you, then steal your soul.
  • Long ago, the constable of Jamesti thrived. Things were quiet, but one day Kexn Wormgloom the serial killer destroyed a nearby village. The constable tried to kill Kexn Wormgloom, but were caught. Along came a bugbear named Rhazgogh Armsnapper, who was a skilled storyteller. Rhazgogh had an idea to slay the serial killer by using magic to banish it. When Rhazgogh Armsnapper faced the serial killer, Rhazgogh Armsnapper banished Kexn Wormgloom and was killed in the process.
  • Legends tell of Krotg's Sceptre, a unique sceptre with the capability to speak for itself. It disappeared after an attack by bandits.

Events [-]

Dershall Grove is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Missing ring of wishes. We suspect cockatrices are the culprit. Will pay in gold. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Donry MacRosenson if intrigued.
  • Bored? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Ugtak Neckkiller.
  • Require an instructor learned in juggling to tutor my child. Will owe you a huge favor. Must be a quick learner. Contact Shommurz Backkiller for more information.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward available. Contact Ulbul Redguard for more details.
  • Looking for work? giant spiders-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Dan Rosenridge for more details.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Length of job expected to be short. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Jam Sheey.
  • I have beaky brain monsters in my basement, plz halp! Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Wot for further details.
  • whiskey tester wanted. Reward is a secret. Contact Ghaduk Oakbranch to learn more.
  • Help! Need a change of pace? Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will pay in gold. Must be quick on your feet. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Huide.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward is a secret. Contact Balbin Bluetable for more information.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Gilson Electroscope for further details.
  • Khalssen heh Ghezin has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Jam Jameliffe.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for rare feral cats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with valuable information. Discretion required. Contact Merrr.
  • armor tester wanted. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Mickic Casridge.
  • seed spitting contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Reward available. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Allirette Electrowink.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Kholurz Armnor for further details.
  • Needed: Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward is a secret. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact Thorgan Forgeslayer.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Kakig Moknor.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen tomatoes. Will pay in gold. Contact Tol Hairytan for more details.

People [-]

The people in Dershall Grove love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Done Burman is a female half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a gifted deputy. She appears unreliable.
  • Hew Tiddlyfuel is a female gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre stablehand. She appears nihilistic.
  • Grunorin Shinyroad is a male deep dwarf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled vintner. He appears lonely.
  • Hallanthil Leafblaze is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled armorer. He appears gluttonous.
  • Prirrl is a male mindflayer who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled artist. He appears forbidding.
  • Donry Colrell is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a skilled scribe. She appears impatient.
  • Halriglleu Leafdew is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a mediocre coach driver. She appears cowed.
  • Ababor Ashsmith is a female deep dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent ostler. She appears efficient.
  • Danic Benman is a male half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled wine seller. He appears healthy.
  • Ilixrr is a female mindflayer who is known in the world as being a decent warehouse worker. She appears helpful.
  • Skanir Dwarfcavern is a female dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled saddler. She appears homesick.
  • Skarun Mithrilneck is a male dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent tanner. He appears clumsy.
  • Huvy is a female mindflayer who is known in the city as being a mediocre warehouse worker. She appears beligerent.
  • Waerall is a female mindflayer who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled collier. She appears giddy.
  • Elahiassa Freanigazer is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent sheriff. He appears homesick.
  • Waepne is a male mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled priest. He appears patronizing.
  • Thurash Headcracker is a male half-orc who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled sheriff. He appears fashion concious.
  • Balrun Roaraxe is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent furrier. He appears shifty.
  • Wrapair is a male mindflayer who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled cheesemaker. He appears self-obsessed.
  • Trellvy is a female mindflayer who is known in the world as being a mediocre doctor. She appears prejudiced.
  • Jun Gearcog is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a mocked mercer. She appears lonely.
  • Snororin Feasttunnel is a female dwarf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled saddler. She appears smitten.
  • Car Thermobun is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a decent actor. She appears grieving.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Surps, a mocking male oddball. He is an expert who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Kexn Rockhand, a contrarian female hobgoblin. She is a barbarian who is finding a long-lost distant relative.
  • S'hoorzor heh Khalzin, a treasure-obsessed female lizardfolk. She is a cleric who is cleaning out a monster infestation.
  • Snornir Silverarm, a self-obsessed male deep dwarf. He is a wizard who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Ellentars Wishbreeze, a clumsy female drow. She is a barbarian who is traveling the world as an unemployed specialist.
  • Dav Harland, a pacifistic male lycanthrope. He is a druid who is seeing the world.
  • Ghezor ahn S'hoorssen, a jolly female lizardfolk. She is a rogue who is finding a long-lost friend.
  • Wourc, an egotistical female mindflayer. She is a warrior who is fleeing overdue taxes.
  • Jat, a self-obsessed female kobold. She is a commoner who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Xtog Greathand, a jaded male hobgoblin. He is a commoner who is seeking healing for a crippling injury.
  • Dave Caston, an attentive male human. He is an adept who is traveling with a diplomat.
  • Vothraz, an embittered female troglodyte. She is a commoner who is here to buy slaves.
  • Nhubdash Legcrusher, a loud female half-orc. She is an expert who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Eldiine Greenbottom, a helpful male halfling. He is a ranger who is here to secretly assassinate a ruler.
  • Vor, a guilty male kobold. He is a cleric who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Elhra, an intimidating female troglodyte. She is an aristocrat who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Porlak, a shifty female troglodyte. She is a sorcerer who is seeing the city.
  • Xuunk Greatbeast, a greedy male goblin. He is a rogue who is fleeing from forced labor.
  • Zerm Ogrebasher, an attentive female goblin. She is a warrior who is traveling with a diplomat.
  • Obgguh Necknor, an accusatory male orc. He is an adept who is finding a long-lost distant relative.
  • Duk Oxmane, a homesick male ogre. He is a barbarian who is cleaning out a monster infestation.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Dershall Grove:

  • The Flying Bunch General Goods [+]
  • The Lascivious Horse Inc. [+]
  • The Frozen Days Fine Books [+]
  • The Splintered Devil Clinic [+]
  • The Vulgar Beauty Furs [+]
  • The Greasy Dead Sheath Store [+]
  • The Dirty Cock Guard House [+]
  • The Deadly Boar Whorehouse [+]
  • The Sleepy Hen Inc. [+]
  • The Pink Cavern Vinters [+]
  • The Desert Cock Inc. [+]
  • The Lost Darkroot Inc. [+]
  • The Slaughtered Jade Poor House [+]
  • The Screaming Ulcer Lumberyard [+]
  • The Marbled Frog Inc. [+]
  • The Puking Bag Locksmith [+]
  • The Perfumed Fireplace Vineyards [+]
  • The Gelded Iron Secondary School [+]
  • The Mulled Princess Beer Garden [+]
  • The Green Fox Ceramics [+]
  • The Dripping Cesspit Herbalist [+]
  • The Colored Crate General Mechandise [+]
  • The Worn Imps Worship House [+]