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Welcome to Harpervale!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 505
  • Children: 12.28% (62)
  • Elderly: 24.16% (122)

Racial Breakdown

  • 412 human (81.5%)
  • 80 half-orc (15.8%)
  • 11 half-elf (2.1%)
  • 2 other (0.3%)

Misc.

  • 1 Districts
  • 22 Businesses
  • 32 Specialists
  • 64 Residences

Summary [-]

Harpervale is a small village in the Markil Province with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest small village is lightly populated (886/sq km), covers 0.57 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 851 meters.

Climate [-]

Harpervale has a Moist Continental climate, which is characterized by warm to cool summers and cold winters with severe snow storms, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are strong and the temperature is generally freezing with high variation. Precipitation is heavy, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Harpervale sees a single star overhead: Mej, a large orange star. Harpervale also has no moons. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: an imposing supernova that has been around for centuries and an imposing galaxy that has been around for only a few years.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a recently repaired oak wall that is 5 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.75 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Harpervale; 1 road is major. The city is lined with broken cobblestone paths in a warped parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

The city includes a market district.

Government [-]

Harpervale 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 minimally competent. Officials in Harpervale are often seen as principled and the policies are revered. The political influence of Harpervale in the region is thriving due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population squabbles amongst themselves.

Leader [-]

Harpervale is ruled by Governor Kexn Greatbone. The Governor has been in power for several years and is respected by the people. There is no visible opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained through the ignorance of the plebeian society.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a roving thieves, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being execution.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 1.19% of the population (6 adults).

Military [-]

Harpervale has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 71 citizens (14.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 32 (6.5%). Of the active duty military, 3 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and recently repaired wall, Harpervale is moderately fortified. Harpervale fighters are revered for their use of javelins in battle. They are hated for their frenzied fighting and are considered tolerably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Harpervale is currently steadfast.

Resources [-]

Harpervale is known for the following resources:

  • Substantial timber forests that are visited frequently by unicorns. Davic Broorth said the locals speak of a stash of iron maidens hidden around somewhere.
  • A creepy grave yard inhabited by vampire beavers that are feared by kittens.
  • Wild scorpion beds that are visited frequently by unicorns. Klammbub Bonesnapper said one might dig up a chest containing small lyres in a dungeon.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Some time ago, a murderer named Gortha wandered the world. Folks say that if you hear him, you will be stricken blind.
  • Legends tell of Ceelak's Apple, a legendary apple with the power to dominate others. It has been lost for ages.
  • In the days of yore, a minotaur named Zaburg hunted the town. Villagers say that if you hear him, you will be stricken blind unless you return a lost possession.
  • Way back when, a witch frequented the streets and was drawn towards those that have killed innocents. Some say that the witch will ask a favor of you, then eat you.
  • In the olden days, a dragon named Vothlak wandered the field. Commoners say that if you hear her, you will be stricken blind.

Events [-]

Harpervale is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Dzuoten Metalslay.
  • Require an instructor learned in math to tutor my child. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Jamic Whiteard.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Reward available. Serious inquiries only. Contact Kiltra for more information.
  • Needed: A passing Monk is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. References required. Reward is a secret. Contact Dane Petrville.
  • Bored? imps-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will pay in gold. May include some hazards. Contact Loond Honorcloak if interested.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Reward is a secret. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Borbin Tigerrobe for further details.
  • Help! Commoner seeks apprentice. Will owe you a huge favor. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Nbzar Ironwiser.
  • Commoner seeks apprentice. Will reward you with valuable information. Guild membership required. Contact Jat.

People [-]

The people in Harpervale hate outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Joe Brownard is a female human who is known in the world as being a gifted saddler. She appears mopey.
  • Joey Peterey is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre sheriff. She appears prejudiced.
  • DaDavic Simoninson is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent dyer. He appears chatty.
  • Davry Colling is a female human who is known in the city as being a mediocre mercer. She appears insecure.
  • Done Peterick is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a mediocre cheesemaker. She appears boastful.
  • Kosh Armkiller is a female half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled watercarrier. She appears prejudiced.
  • Mickey VanRosenton is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a renowned teamster. She appears violent.
  • Humath Bonebreaker is a male half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre ship captain. He appears cowed.
  • Dav Brownmell is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a decent haymerchant. She appears pious.
  • Nigt Armkiller is a female half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre bowyer. She appears cautious.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Jam Broton, an insecure male half-orc. He is a commoner who is traveling with an important person.
  • Elaellava Brightdrake, a cowed female half-elf. She is a druid who is traveling the world as a beggar.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Harpervale:

  • The Splintered Monkey Clinic [+]
  • The Refuge Boar Inc. [+]
  • The Randy Hall Gaol [+]
  • The Frosty Days Temple [+]
  • The Nomadic Halfling Inc. [+]
  • The Whistling Helix Inc. [+]
  • The Greasy Beer Sheath Store [+]
  • The Drowned Dungeon Jewelers [+]
  • The Merry Troll Beer Garden [+]
  • The Dreaming Fox House [+]