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Welcome to Bludford!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 29,778
  • Children: 38.70% (11,524)
  • Elderly: 5.50% (1,637)

Racial Breakdown

  • 13,520 mindflayer (45.4%)
  • 12,656 half-orc (42.5%)
  • 2,145 elf (7.2%)
  • 563 other (1.8%)
  • 298 gnome (1%)
  • 298 half-dwarf (1%)
  • 298 half-elf (1%)

Misc.

  • 10 Districts
  • 546 Businesses
  • 4,580 Specialists
  • 3,846 Residences

Summary [-]

Bludford is a metropolis in the Aquikil County with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate metropolis is densely populated (29,138/sq km), covers 1.02 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 1139 meters.

Climate [-]

Bludford 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 continual and the temperature is generally cold with high variation. Precipitation is trivial, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Bludford sees a single star overhead: Kroj, an average white star. Bludford also has a double moon: Prodo, a small pale yellow moon and Chata, a massive rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a sturdy mud brick barricade that is 3 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 97% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 4.27 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Bludford; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with well-maintained cobblestone paths in a wheel and spoke pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, education, trade, industry, slums, civic, port, poor, shops, and middleclass.

Government [-]

Bludford 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 Bludford are often seen as honest and the policies are honored. The political influence of Bludford in the region is thriving due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population gives up their freedom in exchange for security.

Leader [-]

Bludford is ruled by Prime Minister Bradr Giantrot. The Prime Minister has been in power for decades and is revered by the people. There is minor opposition to the Prime Minister and policies. The right to rule was granted by appointment, and that power is maintained through the ignorance of the plebeian society.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a trade guild, who can be bribed. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.52% of the population (156 adults).

Military [-]

Bludford has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 3945 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1861 (6.25%). Of the active duty military, 207 (5.25%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and sturdy barricade, Bludford is terribly fortified. Bludford fighters are mocked for their use of swords in battle. They are praised for their hoarde tactics and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Bludford is currently lively.

Resources [-]

Bludford is known for the following resources:

  • Dangerous clam beds that are hunted by witches. One might find a chest containing small lyres in a nearby pit.
  • Abundant new peat swamps that are avoided by gru. The locals speak of bags of silver in a tomb nearby.
  • A new fort inhabited by wild apes that are hunted by kittens. The locals speak of a chest containing monkey wrenches in a tomb nearby.
  • Magic palm oil trees that are feared by locals. One might find a stash of monkey wrenches in a dungeon.
  • A magical battle field inhabited by wild elephants that are feared by gru. Guduk Boarmane said the locals speak of a stash of copper hidden around somewhere.
  • A magical shrine inhabited by defenseless scorpions that are feared by witches. Davry Chaidge said rumors tell of a stash of rubies in a dungeon.
  • A magical grave yard inhabited by poisonous clams that are feared by unicorns. Mick Sherell said one might find piles of iron maidens hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • A long time ago, a witch wandered the world and was drawn towards acts of greed. People say that the witch will sneeze three times, then steal your soul.

Events [-]

Bludford 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 carniverous butterflies required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Joe Stoewicz for further details.
  • Looking for something new? A passing Commoner is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Jakstar Youngmane for more details.
  • mephits-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Comira Daleheart.
  • Needed: I'm looking for rare giant spiders, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Joes Benin.
  • tincure tester wanted. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Gozlak.
  • Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather certain supplies due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Kzub Ghostthowl for more information.
  • Bored? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Tol Roadhead.
  • Help Needed: Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward is a secret. Contact Bassoe Dommane for further details.
  • Wanted: darkmantles-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. References required. Safety not guaranteed. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Ghriraz if intrigued.
  • Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather certain herbs due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Will pay in gold. Contact Pok Oxtooth.
  • Needed: Need a change of pace? I have stirge in my basement, plz halp! Reward available. Contact Gaevartel Kindsky.
  • Looking for work? I have toads in my basement, plz halp! Will pay in gold. May include some hazards. Contact Erellai Arkeneahunter.
  • Wanted: Need a change of pace? Require an instructor learned in alchemy to tutor my child. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Hilco Gardnerflower if interested.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome carniverous butterflies required. May include some hazards. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Baldor Coalear.
  • Need a change of pace? I'm looking for rare rabbits, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Snorbul Draketun.
  • Help! I'm looking for rare homuncului, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Khalssen heh Khalssen.
  • Someone stole my valuables. Find the louse, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact Ubal Oxmane.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Kegd Greatdamn.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will reward you with a land deed. No previous experience required. Contact James Danling.
  • Help Wanted: Need a change of pace? I have toads in my basement, plz halp! Reward is a secret. Contact Uldal Deepfounder.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward available. Contact Guk Eagletooth.

People [-]

The people in Bludford are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Jo Goodstone is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled furrier. She appears cautious.
  • Gorrin Claymolder is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a gifted grocer. She appears fatalistic.
  • Wae'ith is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled bowyer. He appears egotistical.
  • Ada Rocketjet is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled herbalist. He appears patronizing.
  • Dave Sheliffe is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled lumberjack. He appears melancholy.
  • Tulley Wizztonk is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled lumberjack. She appears violent.
  • Cotkey Gyrofuel is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a gifted seamstress. He appears patronizing.
  • Dis'k'morn is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a mediocre alchemist. He appears fashion concious.
  • Done Colcombe is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled chickenbutcher. She appears thick.
  • Lartlleu Whitesun is an androgynous half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled bowyer. It appears intimidating.
  • Illlenlleu Featherriver is a male elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent scabbardmaker. He appears fashion concious.
  • Ilhialas Ravenchaser is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a decent potter. He appears intimidating.
  • Durbor Greaseyneck is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a skilled watercarrier. He appears cowed.
  • Cartsy Cogglecog is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a decent sheriff. She appears smitten.
  • Kialin Greasebolt is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a horribly skilled dyer. He appears guarded.
  • Dan Tramll is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a renowned mason. She appears cowed.
  • Hallenlas Duskingwing is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted roofer. He appears deluded.
  • Belhiaai Goldencloak is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled bucklemaker. He appears insecure.
  • Jo Clayore is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled chickenbutcher. He appears idealistic.
  • Gwaellava Starstalker is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned salter. She appears forgetful.
  • Kia Electrobolt is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled glovemaker. He appears flirtatious.
  • Flurall is a male mindflayer who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled soldier. He appears worrying.
  • Alevarssa Baequirunner is a female elf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre miller. She appears lovelorn.
  • Jory Berster is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a mediocre physician. She appears greedy.
  • Rrobgrog Mokcracker is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled glovemaker. She appears jolly.
  • Davey Berewicz is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled undertaker. She appears greedy.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Trezn Oozehowl, a violent female goblin. She is a warrior who is cleaning out a wealthy person.
  • Gkutet Damncutter, a gluttonous female hobgoblin. She is a warrior who is delivering a message to a peasant.
  • Don Chrisnson, a prejudiced female half-orc. She is a warrior who is cleaning out a wealthy person.
  • Rop, a fashion concious male kobold. He is a commoner who is finding a missing heir.
  • Abahiatars Killewater, a grieving female half-elf. She is a commoner who is cleaning out a wealthy person.
  • Balmir Carbonankle, a drunken male half-dwarf. He is an adept who is finding a missing artifact.
  • Burundon Raingan, a violent female minotaur. She is a commoner who is seeing the world.
  • Bizzog Bonecracker, a resentful male orc. He is an expert who is traveling the world as an unemployed specialist.
  • James Whitesone, a mopey male lycanthrope. He is an expert who is fleeing a bad family situation.
  • Garag Dwarfchest, a violent female deep dwarf. She is a fighter who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Balag Clashingsmasher, an exhausted female dwarf. She is a cleric who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Nhobok Armripper, a helpful male orc. He is a warrior who is finding work as a merchant.
  • S'hoorssen heh Gheal, a vengeful female lizardfolk. She is an expert who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Bedi Coldward, an attentive male halfling. He is an expert who is here to buy supplies.
  • Dones Davidsone, a forgetful female human. She is a druid who is traveling with an acting troupe.
  • Bip, a territorial female kobold. She is a rogue who is seeing the city.
  • Mezn Laughfury, a xenophobic male goblin. He is an expert who is here to secretly assassinate a merchant.
  • Zhagluk Skullnor, an apologetic female orc. She is an aristocrat who is fleeing overdue taxes.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Bludford:

  • The Ripped Lotus Inc. [+]
  • The Stumpy Frog Dry Goods [+]
  • The Dry Badger Shoppe [+]
  • The Splintered Dwarf Shoes Inc. [+]
  • The Last Cloak Hatters [+]
  • The Cloven Wand Inc. [+]
  • The Bottomless Cat Leatherworks [+]
  • The Blabbering Flame Inc. [+]
  • The Royal Imps Fine Forks [+]
  • The Robber Eagle Inc. [+]
  • The Guinea Princess Harnesses [+]
  • The Cardinal Hatchet Mail Service [+]
  • The Blind Ent Inc. [+]
  • The Snoring Harpoon Healing House [+]
  • The Six Helix Ship Repair [+]
  • The Nomadic Frogs Inc. [+]
  • The Dancing Hall Inc. [+]
  • The Seven Stump Candle Maker [+]
  • The Mad Whisper Word Smiths [+]
  • The Open Halflings Shoppe [+]
  • The Fawning Halflings Inc. [+]
  • The Honest Elves Druggist [+]
  • The Blabbering Snake Inc. [+]
  • The Hungry Goblins Legal Partners [+]
  • The Six Tower Dry Dock [+]
  • The Fiery Thunderbird Shoppe [+]