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Welcome to Burtovka!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 5,190
  • Children: 36.94% (1,917)
  • Elderly: 6.74% (350)

Racial Breakdown

  • 3,078 gnome (59.3%)
  • 1,698 half-orc (32.7%)
  • 296 dwarf (5.7%)
  • 66 other (1.2%)
  • 52 halfling (1%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 141 Businesses
  • 743 Specialists
  • 646 Residences

Summary [-]

Burtovka is a small city in the Donkan Province with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate small city is densely populated (13,108/sq km), covers 0.40 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 713 meters.

Climate [-]

Burtovka has a Temperate Deciduous Forest climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and dry winters, and has prevernal, spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally chilly with strong variation. Precipitation is non-existant, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Burtovka sees a single star overhead: Cen, a massive yellow star. Burtovka also has a double moon: Spodinoe, an average pale yellow moon and Thela, an average rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a recently repaired granite fence that is 10 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.58 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to Burtovka; 1 road is major. The city is lined with even dirt roads in an organic pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Burtovka 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 inept and inadequate. Officials in Burtovka are often seen as decent and the policies are praised. The political influence of Burtovka in the region is spreading due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Burtovka is ruled by Emperor Falmira Silverbrook. The Emperor has been in power for a few months and is praised by the people. There is hostile opposition to the Emperor and policies. The right to rule was granted by forgery, and that power is maintained through random violence.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a police, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.35% of the population (18 adults).

Military [-]

Burtovka has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 674 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 337 (6.5%). Of the active duty military, 28 (4.25%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and recently repaired fence, Burtovka is perfectly fortified. Burtovka fighters are mocked for their use of morningstars in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered greatly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Burtovka is currently steadfast.

Resources [-]

Burtovka is known for the following resources:

  • Vampire bee hives that are avoided by unicorns. Elhzer said one might dig up bags of emeralds in a dungeon.
  • Plentiful chinchilla colonies that are avoided by gru. Somoeone said someone found bags of copper buried near there.
  • Rock salt fields that are feared by travelers. Rumors tell of a stash of penis sheathes in a dungeon.
  • A haunted tower inhabited by vampire dragons that are hunted by locals. Surpkaro said one might dig up a stash of emeralds in a nearby pit.
  • Abundant ancient coconut harvests that are avoided by kittens.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Many years ago, the townsfolk of Micklefun lived in harmony. Things were good, but one day an evil demon named Nip slayed a local hero. The townsfolk tried to stop the demon, but failed miserably. Along came Adaine Nimblewolf the halfling, who was a sneaky thief. Adaine had an idea to slay the demon by making a wager with Nip. When Adaine Nimblewolf faced the demon, Adaine Nimblewolf tricked Nip and rescued the hostages.
  • A long time ago, a Pooka stalked the swamps when the wind blows from the south and was drawn towards those that have killed innocents. Villagers say that the Pooka will offer you sweets, then banish you if you are cruel.

Events [-]

Burtovka is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Skaag Hawkmace has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Mild danger may be involved. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Tudadr Damndeath to learn more.
  • I have gremlins in my basement, plz halp! Will pay in gold. Contact Morgan Claysmasher.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I have carniverous butterflies in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Car if interested.
  • Needed: Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will reward you with a land deed. May include some hazards. Contact Eldi Montawolf for more details.
  • Help Needed: Looking for work? Require an instructor learned in horseback riding to tutor my child. Reward is a secret. Contact Komd Dreadwiser to learn more.
  • Looking for work? Someone stole my magic candle. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Tomorg Skullbreaker The Strong.
  • Wanted: Need a change of pace? beaky brain monsters-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward available. May include some hazards. Contact Mordor Granitefist.
  • Help Wanted: Elarell Whitethorn has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Accidental Death insurance required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Yorkon Strongstone.
  • Help Needed: Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will owe you a huge favor. Discretion required. Contact Adail Glitterswan if intrigued.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will pay in gold. Contact Dunab Skullcracker to learn more.
  • gator wrasslin' contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Safety not guaranteed. Reward is a priceless heirloom. References required. Contact Tharta Quillganthi.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Mild danger may be involved. Must not smell. Reward is a secret. Contact Ziddut Armcrusher.
  • Help Wanted: Wizard seeks apprentice. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Asteriki Bloodhoof.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? A passing Commoner is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Opportunity to earn a title. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Mick Colield.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Haavarai Whitewhisper.

People [-]

The people in Burtovka despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Co Watershaker is a male halfling who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent haymerchant. He appears idealistic.
  • Eldo Hotward is a male halfling who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked bounty hunter. He appears solemn.
  • Kiaina Tinkerbit is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a mocked glassmaker. He appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Hildo Meligirdle is a female halfling who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled prostitute. She appears forbidding.
  • Babton Greasefiz is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a renowned maidservant. She appears lonely.
  • Zomm Armkiller is a male half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a renowned mercer. He appears forbidding.
  • Bonwan Tiddlytonk is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a mediocre bucklemaker. She appears deluded.
  • Gavmida Electrobolt is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a decent magic dealer. He appears apologetic.
  • Gab Cogglegauge is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled handyman. She appears giddy.
  • Falda Overbot is a male halfling who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled illuminator. He appears guilty.
  • Bearette Electrobit is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled maidservant. He appears trusting.
  • Gabgles Wizzbun is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a mediocre ostler. She appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Bardor Tinplate is a male dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a renowned engineer. He appears chatty.
  • Gab Wobbblast is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled mason. She appears homesick.
  • Beaton Cobblewink is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled miller. She appears mopey.
  • Shaman Rhuzg Moksnapper is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a mediocre undertaker. She appears egotistical.
  • Cot Electroblast is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre baker. He appears cowed.
  • Cot Gearbit is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a mocked dyer. He appears melancholy.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Poel Grubbottle, a smug female halfling. She is a cleric who is traveling with an important person.
  • Chief Thozig Legsnapper, an easily offended male half-orc. He is a bard who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Thronir Grayfighter, a sick female dwarf. She is an aristocrat who is finding a long-lost distant relative.
  • Borrun Onyxstaff, a healthy male dwarf. He is a warrior who is finding a missing nemesis.
  • Don Stanfield, an intimidating female half-orc. She is a barbarian who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • DaJoes Whitsford, a spiteful male half-orc. He is a commoner who is following the voices.
  • Zammash Armripper, a melancholy male half-orc. He is a commoner who is delivering a message to a merchant.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Burtovka:

  • The Crippled Twins Inc. [+]
  • The Violet Bag Kennels [+]
  • The Wistful Beer Shop [+]
  • The Lost Frogs Shop [+]
  • The Wild Devil Inpirationsl Waters [+]
  • The Crippled Ivy Inc. [+]
  • The Glaring Kettles Inc. [+]
  • The Wanton Princess Night Smiths [+]
  • The Slade Weasels Charity [+]
  • The Screaming Helix Lumberyard [+]
  • The Wild Bull Bath House [+]
  • The Warm House Rug Shop [+]
  • The Stumpy Boar Mercenary [+]
  • The Great Baiter Scabbards [+]
  • The Boiling Dwarves Fish House [+]
  • The Drowned Whisper Jewelers [+]
  • The Violent Crate Inc. [+]
  • The Grumbling Hammer Inc. [+]