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Welcome to Hopdorf Ridge!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 749
  • Children: 19.09% (143)
  • Elderly: 19.49% (146)

Racial Breakdown

  • 625 human (83.4%)
  • 101 half-elf (13.4%)
  • 21 elf (2.8%)
  • 2 other (0.2%)

Misc.

  • 2 Districts
  • 33 Businesses
  • 52 Specialists
  • 77 Residences

Summary [-]

Hopdorf Ridge is a village in the Cenbor Region with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest village is lightly populated (1,176/sq km), covers 0.64 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 902 meters.

Climate [-]

Hopdorf Ridge 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 mild and the temperature is generally mild with little variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Hopdorf Ridge sees a single star overhead: Mel, a small orange star. Hopdorf Ridge also has no moons. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: an imposing pulsar 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 sturdy marble enclosure that is 19 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.52 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Hopdorf Ridge; 1 road is major. The city is lined with broken cobblestone streets in a warped parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market and mercy.

Government [-]

Hopdorf Ridge is governed through a parliamentary government, where members are nominated to their positions by a parliament and can be dissolved by the parliament if it can no longer function. The government as a whole is seen as adequate. Officials in Hopdorf Ridge are often seen as honest and the policies are feared. The political influence of Hopdorf Ridge in the region is wilting due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population stages ineffective protests.

Leader [-]

Hopdorf Ridge is ruled by Prime Minister Goipne. The Prime Minister has been in power for many years and is ridiculed by the people. There is minor opposition to the Prime Minister 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, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being execution.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 1.20% of the population (9 adults).

Military [-]

Hopdorf Ridge has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 108 citizens (14.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 48 (6.5%). Of the active duty military, 5 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and sturdy enclosure, Hopdorf Ridge is moderately fortified. Hopdorf Ridge fighters are revered for their use of javelins in battle. They are hated for their frenzied fighting and are considered suitably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Hopdorf Ridge is currently crumbling.

Resources [-]

Hopdorf Ridge is known for the following resources:

  • Plentiful fresh rock salt fields that are visited frequently by wenches.
  • Substantial dangerous bee hives that are feared by witches. One might dig up a chest containing rubies hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Long, long ago, the royals of Mount Kinax thrived. Things were good, but one day Zhud Skullnor the wizard destroyed a nearby village. The royals tried to kill Zhud Skullnor, but failed miserably. Along came a halfling named Pobard Crazytender, who was an expert bowman. Pobard had a plan to trick the wizard by using magic to banish it. When Pobard Crazytender faced the wizard, Pobard Crazytender killed the wizard and rescued the hostages.
  • In the olden days, a monster named Tmurm roamed the region. Villagers say that if you see him, you will be stricken blind.
  • Way back when, an old woman wandered the town. Folks say that the old woman will offer you sweets, then turn you into a mouse.
  • In the olden days, a Pooka roamed the swamps. Some say that the Pooka will sneeze three times, then carry you away.

Events [-]

Hopdorf Ridge is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome stirge required. Mild danger may be involved. Will pay in gold. Contact Cavgani Runetalon.
  • Help! I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome rats required. Reward available. Contact Durbor Clawmill for further details.
  • Missing peg leg. We suspect giant spiders are the culprit. Mild danger may be involved. Will reward you with a land deed. Must not smell. Contact Trok Darkbone.
  • Needed: Guk Eaglenut has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Opportunity to earn a title. Serious inquiries only. Contact Daves Whitll.
  • grigs-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will pay in gold. Contact Snordor Opalboot.
  • Someone stole my potato. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Throbul Crystalbrooch.
  • Required: Need a change of pace? whiskey tester wanted. Will pay in gold. Contact Po Shadowstick.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome rust rats required. Will pay in gold. Contact Tilg.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome gremlins required. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Joes Carill.

People [-]

The people in Hopdorf Ridge despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Dave Wilhews is a male human who is known in the city as being a mediocre jailer. He appears patronizing.
  • Mick Harewicz is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent weaponsmith. He appears prejudiced.
  • Darnallleu Wolfarrow is a male elf who is known in the region as being a renowned woodcarver. He appears nervous.
  • Jo Whitill is a female human who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled astrologer. She appears gosipy.
  • Daves Corerson is a female human who is known in the region as being a decent messenger. She appears vengeful.
  • Joes Benfield is a male human who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled librarian. He appears apologetic.
  • Jo Antonngton is a male human who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled forester. He appears solemn.
  • Illtaen Nightrun is a female elf who is known in the city as being a gifted hatmaker. She appears guarded.
  • Danic Giacongton is a female human who is known in the region as being a decent doctor. She appears resentful.
  • Dan Giacoey is a male human who is known in the city as being a mediocre watercarrier. He appears efficient.
  • Danic Francman is a female human who is known in the city as being a decent chandler. She appears grieving.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Hallentel Ravensorrow, a grieving female elf. She is a barbarian who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Davic Stosford, a loud female human. She is a barbarian who is following rumors of riches.
  • Don Chaleton, a pious female human. She is a warrior who is delivering a message to a peasant.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Hopdorf Ridge:

  • The Raging Lion Amory [+]
  • The Twin Iron Shoppe [+]
  • The Smithy Priest Shop [+]
  • The Dreaming Bull House [+]
  • The Fermented Cesspit Shop [+]
  • The Dripping Rooster Herbalist [+]
  • The Splintered Hearthstone Shoes Inc. [+]
  • The Snoring Yawning Healers [+]
  • The Northern Axehandle Inc. [+]
  • The Wandering Willow Furs [+]
  • The Greasy Mug Inc. [+]