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Welcome to Demhall!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 661
  • Children: 24.21% (160)
  • Elderly: 15.73% (104)

Racial Breakdown

  • 562 human (85%)
  • 69 gnome (10.4%)
  • 22 half-elf (3.3%)
  • 8 other (1.2%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 30 Businesses
  • 46 Specialists
  • 71 Residences

Summary [-]

Demhall is a village in the Aquisak District with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest village is lightly populated (1,220/sq km), covers 0.54 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 829 meters.

Climate [-]

Demhall 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 non-existent and the temperature is generally chilly with little variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Demhall sees a single star overhead: Mek, a large white star. Demhall also has no moons. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: an imposing pulsar that has been around for time immemorial and an imposing galaxy that has been around for generations.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed stone enclosure that is 17 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.66 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 7 roads leading to Demhall; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with broken cobblestone streets in an irregular pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Demhall 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 somwhat capable. Officials in Demhall are often seen as incorruptible and the policies are feared. The political influence of Demhall in the region is negligible due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population stages ineffective protests.

Leader [-]

Demhall is ruled by King Elhs. The King has been in power for several years and is despised by the people. There is secret opposition to the King and policies. The right to rule was granted by constitution, and that power is maintained by strict laws and incorruptible guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a mobsters, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being maiming.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 1.21% of the population (8 adults).

Military [-]

Demhall has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 95 citizens (14.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 49 (7.5%). Of the active duty military, 4 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and destroyed enclosure, Demhall is moderately fortified. Demhall fighters are revered for their use of long spears in battle. They are hated for their frenzied fighting and are considered suitably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Demhall is currently failing.

Resources [-]

Demhall is known for the following resources:

  • Plentiful cocoa bean fields that are visited frequently by unicorns. Somoeone said someone found a stash of saphires buried near there.
  • An ancient cave inhabited by wild chinchillas that are hunted by witches. Rumors tell of a stash of saphires in a well.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times gone by, a Boogyman hunted the countryside when the wind blows from the west and was drawn towards misbehaving children. Villagers say that the Boogyman will offer you sweets, then steal your soul.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, the townsfolk of Deladale Bluff lived happily. Things were good, but one day a murderer named Dzuor Brainfury destroyed a nearby village. The townsfolk tried to kill Dzuor Brainfury, but didn't get close. Along came Dorab Neckkiller the half-orc, who was a valiant knight. Dorab had the thought to slay the murderer by causing a distraction while others struck. When Dorab Neckkiller faced the murderer, Dorab Neckkiller tricked Dzuor Brainfury and was killed in the process.
  • In the days of yore, a hag hunted the swamps and was drawn towards those that wronged others. Villagers say that the hag will ask a favor of you, then give you a gift if you are nice.

Events [-]

Demhall is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Wanted: sewing contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Turma Mistgan.
  • Help Needed: Someone stole my potato. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Mick Broliffe.
  • Looking for something new? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will pay in gold. Contact Balril Clawsmelter.
  • Help Needed: drinking contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. May include some hazards. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Dones MacAntonan for more information.
  • Help Wanted: I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Safety not guaranteed. Will reward you with valuable information. Prior experience required. Contact Ceeraz.
  • Looking for something new? caber-tossing contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will pay in gold. Contact Priter for more information.
  • Help Needed: I have quazits in my basement, plz halp! Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Prar'toor if intrigued.
  • beaky brain monsters-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. No previous experience required. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Chturr.
  • Help Needed: Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Reward is a secret. Contact Rot if interested.

People [-]

The people in Demhall love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Jam Braridge is a female human who is known in the world as being a mocked wine seller. She appears spiteful.
  • Jo Peternson is a female human who is known in the region as being a gifted cobbler. She appears accusatory.
  • Junmida Electrowink is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a decent cartwright. He appears gluttonous.
  • Carvin Electrobun is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled vintner. He appears giddy.
  • Davic Roseland is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled blacksmith. She appears nihilistic.
  • Dane Stanton is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled warehouse worker. He appears forbidding.
  • Carson Electrotonk is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled chandler. She appears efficient.
  • Adalenlas Aleanstrike is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled beer seller. He appears smug.
  • Micke Jackter is a male human who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre harness maker. He appears attentive.
  • Alerigava Miststryke is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted collier. She appears gosipy.
  • Dones Jamesford is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned actor. He appears mopey.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Porkaro, a jolly androgynous troglodyte. It is a commoner who is finding a missing artifact.
  • Grimmir Pearlface, a trusting female deep dwarf. She is a rogue who is here to buy slaves.
  • Ringani Masstrider, a violent male minotaur. He is a commoner who is finding work as a spy.
  • Obbgog Skullcrusher, an attentive female half-orc. She is a wizard who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Barrin Graycavern, a thick male half-dwarf. He is a fighter who is seeing the world.
  • Blubguh Neckkiller, a battle-ready male half-orc. He is an expert who is following the voices.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Demhall:

  • The Cardinal Kraken Farms [+]
  • The Laughing Widowers Cart Repairs [+]
  • The Chicken Iron Farmers Market [+]
  • The Northern Riverside Inc. [+]
  • The Slade Hops Poor House [+]
  • The Wild Widowers Bath House [+]
  • The Whirling Bunk Inc. [+]
  • The Twin Ulcer Enchanters [+]
  • The Murdered Flame Inc. [+]
  • The Desert Grog Inc. [+]
  • The Twin Beer Shop [+]