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Welcome to Laurenton!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 321
  • Children: 42.99% (138)
  • Elderly: 2.18% (7)

Racial Breakdown

  • 250 human (77.8%)
  • 26 halfling (8%)
  • 25 elf (7.7%)
  • 12 half-elf (3.7%)
  • 7 gnome (2.1%)
  • 1 other (0.3%)

Misc.

  • 2 Districts
  • 10 Businesses
  • 12 Specialists
  • 39 Residences

Summary [-]

Laurenton is a hamlet in the Lesser Cenark Territory with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest hamlet is lightly populated (668/sq km), covers 0.48 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 781 meters.

Climate [-]

Laurenton has a Temperate Deciduous Forest climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and dry winters, and has prevernal, spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter seasons. Winds in the region are soft and the temperature is generally mild with minor variation. Precipitation is massive, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Laurenton sees a single star overhead: Mej, an average white star. Laurenton also has no moons. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: an imposing galaxy that has been around for all eternity and an imposing asteroid belt that has been around for millenia.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Laurenton; 1 road is major. The city is lined with broken cobblestone paths in a looped pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market and middleclass.

Government [-]

Laurenton is governed through a democracy, where the supreme power is retained by the people, but is exercised through a system of representation. The government as a whole is seen as clearly incompetent. Officials in Laurenton are often seen as willing to look the other way for the right price and the policies are honored. The political influence of Laurenton in the region is declining due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population squabbles amongst themselves.

Leader [-]

Laurenton is ruled by Governor Tilkaro. The Governor has been in power for several years and is hated by the people. There is violent opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained through a knowledgeable and just populace.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a local gangs, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by a council, with a common punishment being execution.

Crime [-]

Crime is rampant. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.93% of the population (3 adults).

Military [-]

Laurenton has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 45 citizens (14.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 16 (5.25%). Of the active duty military, 1 (4%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and lack of defensible wall, Laurenton is suitably fortified. Laurenton fighters are revered for their use of guisarmes in battle. They are hated for their rigid formations and are considered tolerably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Laurenton is currently calm.

Resources [-]

Laurenton is known for the following resources:

  • Fresh cork bushes that are avoided by kittens. Haavaranae Silversing said rumors tell of piles of emeralds hidden around somewhere.
  • Magical rock salt fields that are visited frequently by locals.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Gkutkasr's Goose, a legendary goose with the power to disappear on its own. It was last seen years ago.

Events [-]

Laurenton is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Dan Dilman has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. No previous experience required. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Rhush Backnor.
  • Missing lucky stone. We suspect mephits are the culprit. Experienced professionals only. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Jamey Greenan.
  • Help Wanted: Jo Casnson has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Ada Silverstick.
  • pig wrestling contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will pay in gold. Contact Tgomn Ghosttcutter.
  • Help! Missing holy symbol. We suspect carniverous butterflies are the culprit. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Danes Carstone for further details.
  • Missing gemstone. We suspect rabbits are the culprit. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Reward available. Contact Aian Electrofiz.
  • Help Needed: I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward available. Contact Ilriganae Norrewing to learn more.

People [-]

The people in Laurenton despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Mickey Daverson is a male human who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled tavern. He appears smug.
  • Gaeellai Farstride is a male elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled plasterer. He appears nosy.
  • Micke Petridge is a female human who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent barber. She appears contrarian.
  • Codo Shadowgalow is a female halfling who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre sculptor. She appears pious.
  • Hilgold Hilltaunt is a male halfling who is known in the region as being a decent specialty smith. He appears homesick.
  • Ada Silvergulas is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled actor. He appears forbidding.
  • Chaelllleu Hunithwater is a male elf who is known in the city as being a decent baker. He appears guilty.
  • Amanell Sirecaller is an androgynous halfling who is known in the world as being a decent artist. It appears lonely.
  • Ilartssa Silversing is a male elf who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled woodseller. He appears forbidding.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • James Bursford, a patronizing male half-elf. He is an aristocrat who is seeking honest work.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Laurenton:

  • The Crossed Wolfhound Inc. [+]
  • The Purple Thug Arena [+]
  • The Whistling Song Inc. [+]
  • The Crazy Dungeon Inc. [+]
  • The Tired Turkey Supplies [+]
  • The Crooked Demon Inc. [+]
  • The Highlighted Lion Magic Eye Piece [+]
  • The Slumbering Wagonhouse Reference Center [+]
  • The Northern Flask Bags [+]