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Welcome to West Lidna Ridge!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 14,995
  • Children: 36.25% (5,435)
  • Elderly: 7.25% (1,087)

Racial Breakdown

  • 7,993 lycanthrope (53.3%)
  • 5,204 half-dwarf (34.7%)
  • 825 drow (5.5%)
  • 435 bugbear (2.9%)
  • 405 goblin (2.7%)
  • 133 other (0.8%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 293 Businesses
  • 2,254 Specialists
  • 1,881 Residences

Summary [-]

West Lidna Ridge is a city in the Lesser Britnah District with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate city is densely populated (19,661/sq km), covers 0.76 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 983 meters.

Climate [-]

West Lidna Ridge 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 continual and the temperature is generally cool with strong variation. Precipitation is negligible, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

West Lidna Ridge sees a single star overhead: Cex, an average yellow star. West Lidna Ridge also has a double moon: Spotabos, a large pale yellow moon and Thele, an average pale yellow moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a sturdy granite fortification that is 14 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 85% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.97 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 6 roads leading to West Lidna Ridge; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with even dirt roads in a random mesh pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, arena, shops, entertainment, and trade.

Government [-]

West Lidna Ridge is governed through an oligarchy, where control is exercised by a small group of individuals whose authority generally is based on wealth or power. The government as a whole is seen as shrewd. Officials in West Lidna Ridge are often seen as honest and the policies are praised. The political influence of West Lidna Ridge in the region is spreading due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

West Lidna Ridge is ruled by Commander Snorbor Silverring. The Commander has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is revered by the people. There is violent opposition to the Commander and policies. The right to rule was granted by foreign imposition, and that power is maintained by strict laws and incorruptible guards.

Laws [-]

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

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.38% of the population (57 adults).

Military [-]

West Lidna Ridge has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 1986 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 974 (6.5%). Of the active duty military, 109 (5.5%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and sturdy fortification, West Lidna Ridge is perfectly fortified. West Lidna Ridge fighters are mocked for their use of morningstars in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered excellently skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in West Lidna Ridge is currently good.

Resources [-]

West Lidna Ridge is known for the following resources:

  • Ape troops that are avoided by travelers.
  • Vast ancient rock salt deposits that are hunted by unicorns. One might dig up piles of emeralds buried near there.
  • An old gazebo inhabited by carnivorous woodpeckers that are avoided by locals. Rumors tell of piles of platinum in a dungeon.
  • Dangerous scorpion beds that are frequented by gru. Rumors tell of bags of saphires buried near there.
  • Coffee fields that are avoided by witches.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Many years ago, an old woman lingered in the streets and was drawn towards those that have killed innocents. People say that the old woman will sneeze three times, then steal your soul.
  • Legends tell of Hil's Goose, a legendary goose with the knack to disappear on its own. It was last seen years ago.

Events [-]

West Lidna Ridge is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Help! I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will pay in gold. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Gkutub Cleaverrender.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Discretion required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Tilra.
  • 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. Reward is a secret. May include some hazards. Contact Chief Zhokush Neckcrusher.
  • Bored? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward is a secret. Contact Yeral heh Yerzor for more details.
  • Vessvy has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Opportunity to earn a title. Must be a quick learner. Contact Falilne Kaesedigger if interested.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Mild danger may be involved. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Jamic Morliffe if interested.
  • Help Wanted: I have squirrels in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Disrc.
  • Help! I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. May include some hazards. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Tmegd Damnbasher to learn more.
  • I'm looking for rare derros, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will owe you a huge favor. Special attire required. Contact Dzuzar Ghosttdamn for further details.
  • Need a change of pace? I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward is a secret. Contact Daves Roseson.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Reward is a secret. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Brun Laughshadow for further details.
  • Bored? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen chalice. Reward available. Contact Daves Sheville if intrigued.
  • Help! I'm looking for rare stirge, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with valuable information. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact Dave Corewicz.
  • Need a change of pace? artifact tester wanted. Reward available. Contact Ghrikaro.
  • Required: Looking for something new? darkmantles-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Opportunity to earn a title. Must be clean. May include some hazards. Contact Kun Metalrender.
  • Help Needed: Druid seeks apprentice. No pay until task is completed successfully. Experienced professionals only. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Drob Legripper for more information.
  • Needed: Require an instructor learned in local lore to tutor my child. Reward is a secret. Contact Rugub Ghosttdoom.

People [-]

The people in West Lidna Ridge are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Aeslanlleu Riftsworn is a male drow who is known in the city as being a renowned sage. He appears helpful.
  • Xodet Giantkill is a male goblin who is known in the world as being a renowned potter. He appears vengeful.
  • Don Rosene is a female lycanthrope who is known in the world as being a renowned bleacher. She appears flirtatious.
  • Elriglas Shadestrike is a female drow who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled leatherworker. She appears quiet.
  • Trot Ghosttgloom is a female goblin who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled brewer. She appears vengeful.
  • Mick Caston is a female lycanthrope who is known in the world as being a mocked baker. She appears guarded.
  • Shumm Skullnor is a female bugbear who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled tanner. She appears patronizing.
  • Chief Trokagh Mokcrusher is a female bugbear who is known in the city as being a legendary haymerchant. She appears idealistic.
  • Jamic Andretone is a female lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled interpreter. She appears battle-ready.
  • Faerigthil Summerriver is a female drow who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled magic dealer. She appears guarded.
  • Dikogh Legbreaker is a male bugbear who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled blacksmith. He appears thick.
  • Adador Broadkeep is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled fishmonger. He appears flirtatious.
  • Joey Castore is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent wine seller. She appears smug.
  • Rugezn Rantrender is a male goblin who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled adventurer. He appears melancholy.
  • Magg Neckcrusher is a male bugbear who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled sheriff. He appears self-obsessed.
  • Joes Chaick is a female lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a skilled undertaker. She appears homesick.
  • Davey Casan is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a decent bookseller. He appears solemn.
  • Joey Simontt is a female half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a renowned hatmaker. She appears quiet.
  • Jo Brohouse is a male lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled librarian. He appears intimidated.
  • Mick Brater is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a renowned good samaritan. He appears worrying.
  • Jamey Bernainson is a female lycanthrope who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent dyer. She appears shifty.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Daney Mores, a skeptical male human. He is a commoner who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Noosturg Stonerangli, a cautious female minotaur. She is a warrior who is seeing the world.
  • Ghezor teh Ghezor, a nihilistic male lizardfolk. He is a commoner who is seeking dishonest work.
  • Groglash Headnor, a cowed male orc. He is an adept who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Gozraz, an authoritarian male troglodyte. He is a warrior who is following rediscovered ancient lore.
  • S'hoorssen heh Ghezor, a treasure-obsessed male lizardfolk. He is an expert who is finding work as a spy.
  • Balond Papertower, a smug male deep dwarf. He is an aristocrat who is finding work as a healer.
  • Zit, a gluttonous female oddball. She is a commoner who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Gusak Bonecracker, a forgetful male orc. He is a rogue who is here to secretly assassinate a scholar.
  • Kexn Wormgloom, an intimidated female goblin. She is a commoner who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Kun Cleavershadow, a self-obsessed male goblin. He is a warrior who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Elgrin Bracegrass, a worrying male halfling. He is a bard who is fleeing from forced labor.
  • Gromm Necksnapper, a vengeful female orc. She is a cleric who is doing something amazing.
  • Vab, a xenophobic female kobold. She is an expert who is seeking honest work.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in West Lidna Ridge:

  • The Slippery Mead Textiles [+]
  • The Drifting Peacock House [+]
  • The White Dragon Inc. [+]
  • The Frozen Fireplace Book Smith [+]
  • The Fat Tree Inc. [+]
  • The Flying Crate General Goods [+]
  • The Singing Pot Book Smith [+]
  • The Grumbling Well Inc. [+]
  • The Whirling Frogs Butchers [+]
  • The Furious Paladin High School [+]
  • The Chicken Kraken Farms [+]
  • The Gritty Devil Wharf [+]
  • The Dreaming Dungeon Healers [+]
  • The Lonely Days Inc. [+]
  • The Deepwater Thunderbird Inc. [+]
  • The Guinea Whisper Inc. [+]
  • The Deadly Cloak Temple [+]
  • The Dry Wolfhound Shoppe [+]
  • The Last Dwarf Hats Shop [+]
  • The Tattered Widowers Worship House [+]
  • The Slippery Goblins Textiles [+]