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Welcome to Alta Lakeville!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 17,526
  • Children: 10.34% (1,813)
  • Elderly: 25.74% (4,512)

Racial Breakdown

  • 7,134 mindflayer (40.7%)
  • 6,871 drow (39.2%)
  • 1,858 halfling (10.6%)
  • 1,065 other (6%)
  • 211 elf (1.2%)
  • 211 half-dwarf (1.2%)
  • 176 bugbear (1%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 335 Businesses
  • 2,670 Specialists
  • 1,912 Residences

Summary [-]

Alta Lakeville is a large city in the Sarkil Domain with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (26,688/sq km), covers 0.66 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 916 meters.

Climate [-]

Alta Lakeville 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 wild and the temperature is generally cool with strong variation. Precipitation is non-existant, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Alta Lakeville sees a single star overhead: Kroc, a massive white star. Alta Lakeville also has a double moon: Proka, a large rusty red moon and Chadike, an average light blue moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed brick barrier that is 9 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 4.00 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Alta Lakeville; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with well-maintained cobblestone paths in a looped pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, poor, arena, trade, and professional.

Government [-]

Alta Lakeville 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 mostly sufficient. Officials in Alta Lakeville are often seen as incorruptible and the policies are despised. The political influence of Alta Lakeville in the region is improving due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Alta Lakeville is ruled by Governor Larelltel Floralmane. The Governor has been in power for decades and is honored by the people. There is minor opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained through the acclaim of the nobles.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a trade guild, who can be bribed. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.49% of the population (86 adults).

Military [-]

Alta Lakeville has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2322 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1270 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 116 (5%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and destroyed barrier, Alta Lakeville is terribly fortified. Alta Lakeville fighters are mocked for their use of curved swords in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Alta Lakeville is currently uncertain.

Resources [-]

Alta Lakeville is known for the following resources:

  • Substantial vampire chinchilla colonies that are feared by locals. Mororin Grayring said somoeone said someone found a chest containing platinum in a nearby pit.
  • Magical guano deposits that are visited frequently by travelers.
  • A creepy mine inhabited by poisonous beavers that are feared by travelers. Dan Burerson said the locals speak of piles of kitten mittens in a nearby pit.
  • Unlimited peacock musters that are hunted by locals.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Grimbor's Ring, a possessed ring with the knack to answer any question. It was last seen years ago.
  • Way back when, a Pooka frequented the field when the wind blows from the south. Folks say that the Pooka will offer you sweets, then turn you into a mouse.
  • Years ago, the villagers of Brayrard lived in harmony. Things were peaceful, but one day an evil vampire named Tuglah Backripper took over the town. The villagers tried to stop the vampire, but were caught. Along came a hero named Larlentel Auvreadawn, who was a sneaky thief. Larlentel had an idea to slay the vampire by using magic to banish it. When Larlentel Auvreadawn faced the vampire, Larlentel Auvreadawn killed the vampire.
  • Legends tell of Per's Rake, a unique rake with the power to disappear on its own. It has been lost for ages.
  • Legends tell of Thzzvy's Key, a unique key with the knack to dominate others. It was stolen from a locked vault.

Events [-]

Alta Lakeville is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • rust rats-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Delelliyn Morningshield.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome derros required. No pay until task is completed successfully. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Chaarttel Dirthwind.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will pay in gold. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Zomn Greathost.
  • Looking for something new? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Must submit to background check. Contact Vothraz.
  • Looking for work? A passing Druid is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a secret. Contact Goduk Boarclaw.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward is a priceless heirloom. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact S'hooral heh Yerzor to learn more.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Missing jewel. We suspect bats are the culprit. Must provide your own transportation. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Joic Statt.
  • Help! Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Grimgar Bittermine.
  • Someone stole my tiara. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. Discretion required. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Haavartars Goldensworn.
  • Looking for work? A passing Adept is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward available. Contact Odddob Moknor.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Special attire required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Nub Skullkiller.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Reward is a secret. Contact Haalentars Lightsinger if intrigued.
  • Help Needed: Hearty souls needed to recover stolen golden skill. Reward is a priceless heirloom. May include some hazards. Contact Thraddor Legripper.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Accidental Death insurance required. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Tareras Youngbash to learn more.
  • Looking for work? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen gemstone. Reward is a secret. Contact Amagrim Bolgerjay.
  • Needed: Missing holy symbol. We suspect grigs are the culprit. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Yorbul Drumhunter.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Dak Oxbranch to learn more.
  • Looking for work? I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Toldo Healthysleep if interested.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Require an instructor learned in astrology to tutor my child. Special attire required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Daduk Oxsnout.

People [-]

The people in Alta Lakeville despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Nhubbu Backcracker is a male bugbear who is known in the world as being a gifted lawyer. He appears chatty.
  • Grunorin Marbleguard is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent woodseller. She appears worrying.
  • Danry Castield is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled alchemist. She appears cautious.
  • Iltthil Silentoak is a female elf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled potter. She appears intimidated.
  • Vessrc is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a decent copyist. He appears nihilistic.
  • Gaehiaiyn Silentshine is a female drow who is known in that part of town as being a decent sage. She appears cautious.
  • Ilytlas Fairarrow is a female drow who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked ostler. She appears shifty.
  • Adaartiyn Meadowstalker is a female drow who is known in the city as being a skilled spicemerchant. She appears intimidating.
  • Wratra is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a gifted bather. He appears fashion concious.
  • Chalanaen Softwind is a male drow who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled leatherworker. He appears trusting.
  • Dromir Dragontoe is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled priest. She appears gosipy.
  • Toldi Burrowsleaf is a male halfling who is known in that part of town as being a legendary sage. He appears skeptical.
  • Dan Roseman is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled social worker. She appears loud.
  • Amada Orbrother is a female halfling who is known in the world as being a mediocre maidservant. She appears territorial.
  • Bemira Melifingers is a female halfling who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent weaponsmith. She appears lovelorn.
  • Xodods Rantrender is a male bugbear who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled deputy. He appears intimidated.
  • Mibgub Armcrusher is a male bugbear who is known in the world as being a mediocre professor. He appears homesick.
  • Ilylenai Evengrove is a male elf who is known in the region as being a renowned smith. He appears vengeful.
  • Gaeriglleu Dewstar is a male drow who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled engineer. He appears drunken.
  • Illellssa Waveshine is a female elf who is known in the world as being a mocked astrologer. She appears outlandish.
  • Sszter is a female mindflayer who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled bookbinder. She appears forbidding.
  • Mickes Castman is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a gifted rugmaker. She appears prejudiced.
  • Wrarr is a female mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled furrier. She appears authoritarian.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Faevaranae Darkcloak, a self-obsessed female elf. She is an expert who is fleeing a bad family situation.
  • Haaelltel Shadewaker, a smug female elf. She is a commoner who is finding work as a healer.
  • Dister, a smug female mindflayer. She is a warrior who is fleeing overdue taxes.
  • Joes Franore, an apologetic male half-dwarf. He is a druid who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Danes Benling, a gosipy female half-dwarf. She is a commoner who is seeing the world.
  • Perco Forestgoat, a pious male halfling. He is a druid who is on a mission from the gods.
  • Chavarthil Auvreastalker, a melancholy female elf. She is a commoner who is traveling with a diplomat.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Alta Lakeville:

  • The Gutted Fox Harnesses [+]
  • The Dripping Willow Herbalist [+]
  • The Squalid Tower Shoes [+]
  • The Wobblin' Heart Construction [+]
  • The Golden Imps Inc. [+]
  • The Furious Frog Primary School [+]
  • The Bottomless Wench Sport House [+]
  • The Great Bull Scabbards [+]
  • The Crimson Flask Inc. [+]
  • The Stowaway Wand House of Colors [+]
  • The Whistling Whisper Inc. [+]
  • The Ugly Mug Designs [+]
  • The Nomadic Hammer Inc. [+]
  • The Old Cat Bows R Us [+]
  • The Crimson Mead Inc. [+]
  • The Laughing Well Hats Shop [+]
  • The Raging Lion Arena [+]
  • The Last Monk Hatters [+]
  • The Laughing Dwarf Shop [+]
  • The Perfumed Skull Vineyards [+]
  • The Frozen Elves of All That Is Holy [+]
  • The Sterling Baiter Studio [+]
  • The Marbled Twins Inc. [+]