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Welcome to Alta Banesti!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 21,919
  • Children: 36.60% (8,022)
  • Elderly: 7.00% (1,534)

Racial Breakdown

  • 10,522 mindflayer (48%)
  • 8,856 half-dwarf (40.4%)
  • 1,688 elf (7.7%)
  • 391 other (1.7%)
  • 242 lycanthrope (1.1%)
  • 220 goblin (1%)

Misc.

  • 9 Districts
  • 412 Businesses
  • 3,349 Specialists
  • 2,789 Residences

Summary [-]

Alta Banesti is a large city in the Aquibe Domain with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (26,597/sq km), covers 0.82 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 1021 meters.

Climate [-]

Alta Banesti has a Dry-Summer Subtropical climate, which is characterized by warm and dry summers with mild and wet winters, and has prevernal, spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally mild with high variation. Precipitation is trivial, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Alta Banesti sees a single star overhead: Krok, an average yellow star. Alta Banesti also has a double moon: Spota, an average light blue moon and Chame, a small briliant silver moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a sturdy stone barricade that is 13 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.85 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to Alta Banesti; no roads are major. The city is lined with even cobblestone streets in a random mesh pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, trade, industry, civic, poor, warehouse, middleclass, and professional.

Government [-]

Alta Banesti 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 effective overall. Officials in Alta Banesti are often seen as honest and the policies are feared. The political influence of Alta Banesti in the region is flourishing due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Alta Banesti is ruled by Commander Joes Shecombe. The Commander has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is praised by the people. There is forceful opposition to the Commander 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 local gangs, who can be bribed. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.49% of the population (107 adults).

Military [-]

Alta Banesti has a positive attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2904 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1424 (6.5%). Of the active duty military, 152 (5.25%) are special forces. Due to their positive attitude and sturdy barricade, Alta Banesti is terribly fortified. Alta Banesti fighters are mocked for their use of rapiers in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Alta Banesti is currently flourishing.

Resources [-]

Alta Banesti is known for the following resources:

  • Tame kitten glarings that are hunted by locals. Somoeone said someone found bags of monkey wrenches in a dungeon.
  • A cursed castle inhabited by tame chinchillas that are hunted by children. Rumors tell of a stash of iron maidens buried near there.
  • Plentiful carnivorous quail bevies that are hunted by zombies. Khalal ahn Yerssen said somoeone said someone found piles of copper hidden around somewhere.
  • Substantial wild clam beds that are visited frequently by gru.
  • A new grave yard inhabited by dangerous spiders that are hunted by vampires. Serta Stonespire said one might find bags of emeralds hidden around somewhere.
  • A haunted fort inhabited by carnivorous crows that are feared by travelers. Bellanlleu Eyllisfire said one might find bags of monkey wrenches in a well.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Vothraz' Key, a special key with the knack to disappear on its own. It was last seen years ago.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a wizard named Porkaro lingered in the field before dawn. Commoners say that if you confront him, you will be eaten alive.

Events [-]

Alta Banesti is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Help Wanted: imps-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward is a secret. Contact Ankaro.
  • Required: Need a change of pace? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact James Francin.
  • Require an instructor learned in juggling to tutor my child. Opportunity to earn a title. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Baldin Wavehill.
  • Help Wanted: Want to earn some quick coin? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen magic candle. Will pay in gold. Contact Filtinne Goldwaker.
  • Needed: Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Opportunity to earn a title. Safety not guaranteed. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Contact Tharder Kazigan.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome rabbits required. Reward available. May include some hazards. Contact Flurall.
  • Need a change of pace? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather rare lichen due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Will pay in gold. Contact Baldor Platinumstomach.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will reward you with a land deed. May include some hazards. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact Jamey Kleines.
  • I'm looking for rare giant spiders, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Ellanthil Starblaze.
  • A passing Druid is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a secret. Contact Dat for more information.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward is a secret. Contact Khularz Skullbreaker.
  • Wanted: Need a change of pace? I have lizards in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Doney Petermell.
  • Commoner seeks apprentice. Accidental Death insurance required. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Ilgas Grimstride.
  • Bored? I'm looking for rare derros, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Length of job expected to be short. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Jamry Martiewicz.
  • Help! Looking for work? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome beaky brain monsters required. Will pay in gold. Contact Durdin Salttun.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome darkmantles required. Reward available. No previous experience required. Contact Zhaggog Skullcrusher.
  • Wanted: unknown potion tester wanted. Reward available. Contact Balrim Smartsmelter.
  • Bored? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward available. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Joe Davidill.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome rabbits required. Will reward you with a land deed. Must provide your own transportation. Contact Pok Oakmane.

People [-]

The people in Alta Banesti despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Brogan Fireblood is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a skilled forester. He appears intimidating.
  • Gorgan Jetanvil is a female half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled tilemaker. She appears attentive.
  • Wrathul is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a decent prostitute. He appears smug.
  • Abaag Lumberchisel is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a decent cartwright. She appears jolly.
  • Wouter is a female mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent smith. She appears insecure.
  • Ilixrall is a female mindflayer who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled bowyer. She appears territorial.
  • Sszril is an androgynous mindflayer who is known in the city as being a decent professor. It appears resentful.
  • Wrath is a male mindflayer who is known in the world as being a mocked grocer. He appears smug.
  • Belleniyn Evenstar is a female elf who is known in the city as being a skilled painter. She appears giddy.
  • Ilyartthil Hunithgleam is a female elf who is known in the city as being a skilled pursemaker. She appears drunken.
  • Trellril is a female mindflayer who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled artist. She appears vengeful.
  • Faeelltars Rootdrake is a female elf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted saddler. She appears forbidding.
  • Nbus Ogrehost is a female goblin who is known in that part of town as being a decent ship captain. She appears resentful.
  • Micke VanJameey is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a mediocre woodseller. He appears jaded.
  • Tudor Damnmouth is a female goblin who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled chandler. She appears forbidding.
  • Doney VanJackrough is a male lycanthrope who is known in that part of town as being a skilled salter. He appears xenophobic.
  • Xtegd Darkkill is a male goblin who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted cutler. He appears mocking.
  • Brexn Nightfury is a male goblin who is known in that part of town as being a decent engineer. He appears authoritarian.
  • Dan Berewicz is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a decent mercenary. He appears spiteful.
  • Bordal Hawkmead is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a renowned forester. He appears insecure.
  • Faeellinne Lightshade is a female elf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled spicemerchant. She appears patronizing.
  • Wrath is a male mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted locksmith. He appears gluttonous.
  • Jam Fernson is a female lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled hatmaker. She appears efficient.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Illrigava Evensinger, a cowed female elf. She is an expert who is traveling with an acting troupe.
  • Morgar Kindsapper, a treasure-obsessed male half-dwarf. He is a monk who is cleaning out a monster infestation.
  • Adabul Rubytun, a shifty female half-dwarf. She is a commoner who is finding work as a skilled laborer.
  • Dav Bernaston, a pious male lycanthrope. He is an expert who is following rumors of riches.
  • Mick Peterter, a forgetful female lycanthrope. She is a fighter who is fleeing overdue taxes.
  • Jory Andring, a nosy female lycanthrope. She is an expert who is finding work as a skilled laborer.
  • Skakon Amberbattler, a gambling male half-dwarf. He is a commoner who is seeing the city.
  • Kilpne, an intimidating female mindflayer. She is a commoner who is traveling with an acting troupe.
  • Mkasr Bigbasher, a resentful female goblin. She is an aristocrat who is finding work as a healer.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Alta Banesti:

  • The Hilltop Bull Shop [+]
  • The Purple Snake Arena [+]
  • The Twin Hammer Shop [+]
  • The Whirling Weasels Inc. [+]
  • The Northern Well Inc. [+]
  • The Lazy Goblins Shop [+]
  • The Slippery Frog Textiles [+]
  • The Crippled Whisper Inc. [+]
  • The Wooden Cup Hostel [+]
  • The Seven Virgin Candle Maker [+]
  • The Wet Halflings Meat Handlers [+]
  • The Bottomless Tower Fish Camp [+]
  • The Wobbling Virgin Construction [+]
  • The Ripped Ulcer Inc. [+]
  • The Merry Tower Beer Garden [+]
  • The Dry Clowns Shoppe [+]
  • The Ever-full Fox Brewery [+]
  • The Naughty Flame Glove Makers [+]
  • The Fiery Swagger Shoppe [+]
  • The Gritty Tower Docs [+]
  • The Purple Snake Arena [+]
  • The Flaming Horse Inc. [+]
  • The Seven Crate Candle Maker [+]