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Welcome to Hartdale!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 12,087
  • Children: 13.15% (1,589)
  • Elderly: 23.74% (2,870)

Racial Breakdown

  • 4,412 lycanthrope (36.5%)
  • 4,243 kobold (35.1%)
  • 3,083 gnome (25.5%)
  • 228 other (1.8%)
  • 121 ogre (1%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 248 Businesses
  • 1,853 Specialists
  • 1,540 Residences

Summary [-]

Hartdale is a city in the Cenran District with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate city is densely populated (20,064/sq km), covers 0.60 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 874 meters.

Climate [-]

Hartdale 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 soft and the temperature is generally warm with moderate variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Hartdale sees a single star overhead: Cec, an average yellow star. Hartdale also has a double moon: Spolebos, a massive rusty red moon and Themepa, a large light blue moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a cracking slate enclosure that is 18 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 91% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.68 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There is 1 road leading to Hartdale; no roads are major. The city is lined with even cobblestone paths in a ray pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Hartdale is governed through an absolute monarchy, where the monarch rules unhindered. The government as a whole is seen as adequate. Officials in Hartdale are often seen as crooked and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Hartdale in the region is enduring due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Hartdale is ruled by Prince Meb Bighost. The Prince has been in power for mere hours and is hated by the people. There is secret opposition to the Prince and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained through spying and assassination.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a mobsters, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.41% of the population (50 adults).

Military [-]

Hartdale has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 1601 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 664 (5.5%). Of the active duty military, 76 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and cracking enclosure, Hartdale is abysmally fortified. Hartdale fighters are mocked for their use of heavy mace in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered excellently skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Hartdale is currently flourishing.

Resources [-]

Hartdale is known for the following resources:

  • Abundant ape troops that are frequented by vampires. The locals speak of a stash of copper in a well.
  • An old battle field inhabited by poisonous bees that are frequented by townspeople. One might find piles of iron maidens hidden around somewhere.
  • Vast ape troops that are avoided by travelers.
  • An old cave inhabited by dangerous clams that are hunted by townspeople.
  • Quail bevies that are frequented by zombies. Rumors tell of bags of saphires hidden around somewhere.
  • Dangerous dragon wiers that are frequented by zombies. Ernaliyn Meadowsun said the locals speak of bags of saphires in a nearby pit.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times past, a Boogyman wandered the streets and was drawn towards misbehaving children. Some say that the Boogyman will ask for your help, then steal your soul.
  • Long, long ago, the villagers of Grand Kamtle thrived. Things were always nice, but one day a ghoul named Guduk Eaglefang stole a priceless heirloom. The villagers tried to stop the ghoul, but didn't get close. Along came a hero named S'herzin fe S'herzor, who was a sneaky thief. S'herzin had an idea to slay the ghoul by causing a distraction while others struck. When S'herzin fe S'herzor faced the ghoul, S'herzin fe S'herzor killed the ghoul.
  • Legends tell of Joe's Ring, a unique ring with the knack to dominate others. It was stolen from a locked vault.
  • In olden times, a ghoul named Vothraz hunted the fields. People say that if you confront it, you will be killed.
  • Legends tell of Vessrrl's Painting, a unique painting with the capability to cause others to fall asleep. It was stolen from a locked vault.

Events [-]

Hartdale is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Wanted: Bored? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Davry Blackville.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Opportunity to earn a title. Must be a quick learner. Contact Aesellava Myrthwind.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Brbok Oozeshredder for more details.
  • Help Wanted: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Gugan Eagleclaw.
  • Needed: Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Xregd Oozehost if intrigued.
  • Help Wanted: I have quazits in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Nusak Legkiller.
  • I have squirrels in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Not if interested.
  • Needed: Bored? Missing puppy. We suspect grigs are the culprit. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Adaond Brandytoe.
  • I have lizards in my basement, plz halp! Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Zatgurg Headcrusher.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Gozraz for more details.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen tomatoes. Safety not guaranteed. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Gaeleniyn Longcaller.
  • grog tester wanted. Mild danger may be involved. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Tbun Dreadrender for more details.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome darkmantles required. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Ilixth.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Hilmaida Shortgalow.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward available. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Doney Andrman.
  • Someone stole my valuables. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Hutra.
  • Required: Looking for something new? Warrior seeks apprentice. Opportunity to earn a title. Experienced professionals only. May include some hazards. Contact Gloglah Neckcracker.

People [-]

The people in Hartdale hate outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Doney VanStanell is a male lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a mediocre woodcarver. He appears contrarian.
  • Dave Goodwood is a male lycanthrope who is known in the world as being a decent brewer. He appears guilty.
  • Dosh Oakfang is a female ogre who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre collier. She appears mopey.
  • Don Robertrell is a male lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a decent ropemaker. He appears jolly.
  • Gabgles Tinkerblast is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a legendary fishmonger. He appears thick.
  • Lot is a male kobold who is known in the world as being a decent woodseller. He appears cowed.
  • Poduk Rockmane is a female ogre who is known in the city as being a mediocre messenger. She appears beligerent.
  • Hewan Gearcog is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled shipwright. He appears intimidated.
  • Arn Thermobolt is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled teamster. She appears clumsy.
  • Teb is an androgynous kobold who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled hatmaker. It appears jaded.
  • Fat is a male kobold who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre woodseller. He appears accusatory.
  • Malxie Wobbwink is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a skilled shoemaker. He appears efficient.
  • Wit is a female kobold who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled physician. She appears skeptical.
  • Uap Eaglesnout is a male ogre who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled lawyer. He appears prejudiced.
  • Not is a female kobold who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled astrologer. She appears thick.
  • Mickic Bernaerley is a male lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a mediocre cooper. He appears skeptical.
  • Ninrette Thermofiz is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled tinker. He appears homesick.
  • Donry Bernaville is an androgynous lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a skilled mason. It appears gluttonous.
  • Danes Whitll is a male lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a mediocre tilemaker. He appears quiet.
  • Jam Petrwell is a male lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled undertaker. He appears resentful.
  • Jam Rosenrell is a male lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled magic dealer. He appears fashion concious.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Davic Bernaworth, a jolly female lycanthrope. She is a commoner who is following a message from an angel.
  • Jot, a prejudiced female kobold. She is an adept who is on a mission to capture someone.
  • Rap, a nosy female kobold. She is a wizard who is here to buy supplies.
  • Jamic Marman, an unreliable female lycanthrope. She is an expert who is traveling the world as a missionary.
  • Ghash Eaglenut, an attentive male ogre. He is a commoner who is following the voices.
  • Maleno Rockettonk, a patronizing male gnome. He is an expert who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Jamry Danrell, an unreliable female lycanthrope. She is a commoner who is fleeing an assassin.
  • Dush Boarbranch, an easily offended male ogre. He is a warrior who is finding a missing friend.
  • Jam Rosecroft, a worrying female lycanthrope. She is a rogue who is cleaning out a bug infestation.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Hartdale:

  • The Twisted Virgin Designs [+]
  • The Drowned Snake Jewelers [+]
  • The Vulgar Jade Furs [+]
  • The Twisted Cavern Enchanters [+]
  • The Hilltop Eagle Druggist [+]
  • The Fat Kettles Inc. [+]
  • The Drinking Weasels House [+]
  • The Last Devil Hats Shop [+]
  • The Sleepy Hearthstone Inc. [+]
  • The Dripping Crow Herbalist [+]
  • The Empty Widowers Ale House [+]
  • The Blabbering Greyhound Shoppe [+]
  • The Crooked Wig Inc. [+]
  • The Green Jade Ceramics [+]
  • The Greasy Ivy Scabbards [+]
  • The Ripped Iron Inc. [+]
  • The Fallen Thunderbird Inc. [+]
  • The Ever-full Rock Brewery [+]
  • The Greasy Goblins Sheath Store [+]
  • The Dripping Dog Herbalist [+]
  • The Six Flame Dock Company [+]