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Welcome to Galesdun!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 4,275
  • Children: 15.93% (681)
  • Elderly: 21.73% (929)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,330 half-dwarf (31.1%)
  • 1,159 halfling (27.1%)
  • 804 dwarf (18.8%)
  • 411 elf (9.6%)
  • 407 half-elf (9.5%)
  • 121 other (2.8%)
  • 43 half-orc (1%)

Misc.

  • 6 Districts
  • 131 Businesses
  • 620 Specialists
  • 457 Residences

Summary [-]

Galesdun is a large town in the Britlak Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile large town is moderately populated (7,364/sq km), covers 0.58 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 859 meters.

Climate [-]

Galesdun has a Moist Subtropical climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and wet winters, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally pleasant with minor variation. Precipitation is continual, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Galesdun sees a binary star overhead: Aban, an average red star and Uux, a large yellow star. Galesdun also has a single moon: Thero, an average rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a crumbling granite stockade that is 18 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.81 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Galesdun; no roads are major. The city is lined with bumpy dirt roads in a warped parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, wealthy, trade, professional, industry, and civic.

Government [-]

Galesdun 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 clearly incompetent. Officials in Galesdun are often seen as willing to look the other way for the right price and the policies are loved. The political influence of Galesdun in the region is shrinking due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population rallies behind its leaders.

Leader [-]

Galesdun is ruled by Prime Minister Sszrc. The Prime Minister has been in power for decades and is mocked by the people. There is secret opposition to the Prime Minister and policies. The right to rule was granted by forgery, and that power is maintained through the acclaim of the nobles.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a mobsters, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by a council, with a common punishment being community service.

Crime [-]

Crime is unheard of. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.09% of the population (4 adults).

Military [-]

Galesdun has a disinterested attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 545 citizens (12.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 224 (5.25%). Of the active duty military, 21 (4%) are special forces. Due to their disinterested attitude and crumbling stockade, Galesdun is greatly fortified. Galesdun fighters are much maligned for their use of longbows in battle. They are mocked for their phlanyx formations and are considered properly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Galesdun is currently failing.

Resources [-]

Galesdun is known for the following resources:

  • A magical grave yard inhabited by vampire apes that are frequented by zombies. One might dig up piles of monkey wrenches in a tomb nearby.
  • Abundant vampire bat clouds that are avoided by locals. One might find a stash of silver in a nearby pit.
  • Paltry woodpecker descents that are hunted by gru.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Long, long ago, the royals of Fontpar lived in peace. Things were good, but one day an evil devil named Dosh Eaglesnout kidnapped a princess. The royals tried to stop the devil, but didn't get close. Along came a half-orc named Rrommunk Skullkiller, who was a valiant knight. Rrommunk had a plan to trick the devil by making a wager with Dosh Eaglesnout. When Rrommunk Skullkiller faced the devil, Rrommunk Skullkiller tricked Dosh Eaglesnout and rescued Fontpar.
  • In olden times, the royals of Dolbin lived happily. Things were always nice, but one day an evil monster named Ush Rocktooth kidnapped a princess. The royals tried to stop the monster, but didn't get close. Along came a halfling named Bely Quickblower, who was an expert bowman. Bely had the thought to slay the monster by killing the monster while she slept. When Bely Quickblower faced the monster, Bely Quickblower tricked Ush Rocktooth.
  • Many years ago, a witch hunted the world and was drawn towards those that wronged others. People say that the witch will ask for your help, then imprison you.
  • In times past, a monster named Wat frequented the fields at dusk and was drawn towards those that wronged others. People say that if you confront her, you will be stricken deaf.
  • Legends tell of Tor's Brooch, a unique brooch with the power to speak for itself. It has been lost for ages.

Events [-]

Galesdun is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Needed: Looking for work? Elborn Waterdrum has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Discretion required. Reward is a secret. Contact Blimmuk Armnor.
  • Looking for work? A passing Adept is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will pay in gold. Contact Gkutadr Greatbasher.
  • Looking for something new? Bounty for squirrels, dead or alive. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Barond Leadcask.
  • Needed: Bored? Someone stole my tiara. Find the louse, dead or alive. Reward available. Contact Micke Castan if interested.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Ilyvaranae Arkeneagale.
  • Needed: Missing key. We suspect homuncului are the culprit. Safety not guaranteed. Reward is a secret. Contact Elleninne Silentoak.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome stirge required. Reward is a secret. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Erelliyn Windhunter if interested.
  • Required: Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Poine Sproutgrass.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Dzuoten Cleavergloom.
  • Required: Bounty for feral cats, dead or alive. Reward is a secret. Contact Gheal fe Yerssen.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Mild danger may be involved. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Mug Skullbreaker.
  • Need a change of pace? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Alaartssa Shademist.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Accidental Death insurance required. Opportunity to earn a title. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Mickry Tramey to learn more.

People [-]

The people in Galesdun are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Ilellssa Morningglow is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled teamster. He appears patriotic.
  • Jo Greenstone is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a renowned bookseller. He appears fashion concious.
  • Fillentars Blacksky is a male elf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled leatherworker. He appears violent.
  • Motzuul Headsnapper is a male half-orc who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled handyman. He appears scattered.
  • Don Claycroft is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled cooper. He appears patronizing.
  • Joes Sheley is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a renowned lumberjack. She appears gluttonous.
  • Falmiraine Smoothhill is a male halfling who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled miller. He appears helpful.
  • Zizgor Legripper is an androgynous half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled tanner. It appears solemn.
  • Adalantars Jadesing is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted copyist. He appears resentful.
  • Joey Danhouse is a female half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled prostitute. She appears gluttonous.
  • Cocobne Hornson is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled jeweler. He appears outlandish.
  • Halartaen Goldeye is a male elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled entertainer. He appears thick.
  • Haalantars Morningoak is a male elf who is known in the world as being a skilled fishmonger. He appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Durgan Wheelcavern is a female half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a mocked priest. She appears nervous.
  • Joe Greenworth is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a renowned scribe. He appears drunken.
  • Gwahiaanae Floraldrake is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled pursemaker. She appears intimidated.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Don VanStaell, a boastful female half-elf. She is a bard who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Faldi Glittermaker, a treasure-obsessed male halfling. He is a warrior who is on a mission to capture someone.
  • Daney Franhouse, a thick male half-elf. He is a rogue who is finding work as a skilled laborer.
  • Tolel Skygage, an insecure male halfling. He is a commoner who is finding work as a skilled laborer.
  • Faeelltel Riftchaser, an unreliable female half-elf. She is a commoner who is following rediscovered ancient lore.
  • Bargin Bronzecavern, a resentful male dwarf. He is a paladin who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Morgan Grandmace, an attentive male dwarf. He is a commoner who is doing something secret.
  • Doney Martiewicz, a violent male half-dwarf. He is a cleric who is seeing the city.
  • Beine Teahill, a gluttonous male halfling. He is a commoner who is cleaning out a slum.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Galesdun:

  • The Colored Hammer Dry Goods [+]
  • The Voluptuous Lion Furs [+]
  • The Squalid Knife Shoes [+]
  • The Rusty Frogs Inc. [+]
  • The Royal Heart Fine Forks [+]
  • The Prancing Jane Our Motto Is the Buckle Stops Here [+]
  • The Shallow Darkroot Lumber Mill [+]
  • The Purple Dead Arena [+]
  • The Rolling Tower Inc. [+]
  • The Bottomless Cup Sport House [+]
  • The Warm Mug Rug Shop [+]
  • The Fawning Fox Inc. [+]
  • The Yellow Hole Disposal Area [+]
  • The Mangy Cock Inc. [+]
  • The Short Yawning Bindary [+]
  • The Frosted Iron Shrine [+]