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Welcome to Cushtow!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 3,732
  • Children: 33.44% (1,248)
  • Elderly: 9.24% (345)

Racial Breakdown

  • 2,897 half-dwarf (77.6%)
  • 751 half-orc (20.1%)
  • 46 other (1.2%)
  • 38 gnome (1%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 122 Businesses
  • 515 Specialists
  • 412 Residences

Summary [-]

Cushtow is a large town in the Chamran County with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile large town is moderately populated (7,498/sq km), covers 0.50 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 797 meters.

Climate [-]

Cushtow 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 breezy and the temperature is generally pleasant with moderate variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Cushtow sees a binary star overhead: Abak, an average white star and Uur, an average yellow star. Cushtow also has a single moon: Therose, a large light blue moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a fortified brick partition that is 3 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.96 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to Cushtow; no roads are major. The city is lined with bumpy cobblestone streets in a contour-forming pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, professional, industry, and slums.

Government [-]

Cushtow is governed through an emirate, where the supreme power is in the hands of an emir, who may be an absolute overlord with constitutionally limited authority. The government as a whole is seen as ruthlessly effective. Officials in Cushtow are often seen as resolute and the policies are despised. The political influence of Cushtow in the region is enduring due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population rallies behind its leaders.

Leader [-]

Cushtow is ruled by Caliph Donic Rosenerley. The Caliph has been in power for years and is mocked by the people. There is peaceful opposition to the Caliph and policies. The right to rule was granted by constitution, and that power is maintained through vague promises and a constant state of hope.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a grifters, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by a kangaroo court, with a common punishment being community service.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 0.11% of the population (4 adults).

Military [-]

Cushtow has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 475 citizens (12.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 251 (6.75%). Of the active duty military, 16 (3.5%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and fortified partition, Cushtow is greatly fortified. Cushtow fighters are much maligned for their use of crossbows in battle. They are mocked for their phlanyx formations and are considered properly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Cushtow is currently uncertain.

Resources [-]

Cushtow is known for the following resources:

  • An ancient fort inhabited by defenseless quails that are hunted by vampires. Joes Burer said one might dig up a chest containing silver in a nearby pit.
  • Bountiful kitten glarings that are frequented by gru. The locals speak of a stash of rubies in a nearby pit.
  • Cobra quivers that are frequented by zombies.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Skagin's Painting, a possessed painting with the ability to find any item. It disappeared after an attack by bandits.
  • In olden times, the townsfolk of Decovka lived happily. Things were good, but one day Helaula Grimsinger the dragon stole a priceless heirloom. The townsfolk tried to kill Helaula Grimsinger, but failed miserably. Along came Xrun Ghosttfury the hobgoblin, who was a sneaky thief. Xrun had the thought to slay the dragon by killing the dragon while he slept. When Xrun Ghosttfury faced the dragon, Xrun Ghosttfury killed the dragon.

Events [-]

Cushtow 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 quazits required. Reward is a secret. Contact Tomvin Cobblefiz.
  • Require an instructor learned in morbid obesity research to tutor my child. Will pay in gold. Mild danger may be involved. Must submit to background check. Contact Zummak Bonekiller The Cruel.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward is a secret. Must not smell. Contact Gavlin Thermojet.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will owe you a huge favor. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Donry Antonworth.
  • Help! A passing Druid is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a secret. Contact Rxurm Giantdeath.
  • Help Needed: Missing wagon wheel. We suspect squirrels are the culprit. Reward available. Contact Filvarlas Aleanspear.
  • Need a change of pace? A passing Warrior is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will reward you with a land deed. Experienced professionals only. Contact Mick Whitbrook for more details.
  • Needed: I have toads in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with a land deed. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Snordal Warhead.
  • Yorrim Forgetoe has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Serious inquiries only. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Khug Mokkiller.
  • Help Needed: Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. No pay until task is completed successfully. Discretion required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Beadan Wizzscope.
  • Required: Someone stole my tiara. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Jory Benton.
  • Looking for work? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather a rat tail due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Will pay in gold. Contact Nat.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome derros required. References required. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Dugan Eaglenut.

People [-]

The people in Cushtow accept outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Durbin Warvest is a female half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a skilled butcher. She appears giddy.
  • Joey Braer is a female half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled scabbardmaker. She appears resentful.
  • Mick Berand is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a decent scabbardmaker. She appears lonely.
  • Danic Whitgton is a male half-orc who is known in the world as being a mediocre salter. He appears deluded.
  • Cotgan Tinkerbolt is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a decent teamster. She appears contrarian.
  • Grumrim Lightbrooch is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a mocked innkeeper. He appears intimidated.
  • Hamby Cogglegadget is a female gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled blacksmith. She appears apologetic.
  • Mickey Tramll is a female half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a mediocre weaver. She appears fashion concious.
  • Mordin Coalbeard is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a gifted ship captain. She appears accusatory.
  • Zhudor Moknor is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a renowned maidservant. He appears flirtatious.
  • Brokon Oilguard is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a renowned lumberjack. She appears solemn.
  • Gabnk Gyroscope is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a mocked pursemaker. She appears mocking.
  • Jo Clayord is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled harness maker. She appears beligerent.
  • Wizton Cogglewink is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a gifted vintner. He appears fatalistic.
  • Daves Franccombe is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled alchemist. He appears battle-ready.
  • Dones Carfield is a female half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted seamstress. She appears contrarian.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Illlenthil Feathersworn, a pious male elf. He is a druid who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Gammuh Backbreaker, an exhausted male orc. He is an aristocrat who is finding a missing nemesis.
  • Jamic Colnson, an apologetic male half-orc. He is a monk who is seeing the city.
  • Joes Giacobrook, a fashion concious female half-elf. She is a fighter who is fleeing an abusive lover.
  • Gaelaniyn Silverdew, an intimidated male elf. He is a cleric who is here to buy slaves.
  • Ellantars Keenhunter, a lonely male drow. He is a bard who is finding work as a merchant.
  • Gush Oxsnout, a contrarian male ogre. He is a commoner who is seeking healing for a crippling injury.
  • Vothraz, a gosipy female troglodyte. She is a cleric who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Megd Wormshadow, a self-obsessed male hobgoblin. He is a rogue who is fleeing a natural disaster.
  • Adabarddo Shortspan, a guarded male halfling. He is an adept who is seeking thrills and adventure.
  • Vothra, a mocking female oddball. She is an expert who is traveling the world as a pilgrim.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Cushtow:

  • The Ripped Cock Inc. [+]
  • The Gray Rooster Inc. [+]
  • The Wobblin' Clowns Roofing [+]
  • The Laughing Ulcer Wainwright [+]
  • The Gutted Badger Leather Goods [+]
  • The Royal Dead Chop House [+]
  • The Mangy Virgin Translations [+]
  • The Rolling Flask Inc. [+]
  • The Fallen Elf Inc. [+]
  • The Crazy Kraken Dry Goods [+]
  • The Raging Nomad Arena [+]
  • The Slippery Thunderbird Textiles [+]
  • The Robber Swagger Inc. [+]
  • The Vulgar Lion Furs [+]
  • The Smithy Pipe Bakery [+]
  • The Prancing Bucket Our Motto Is the Buckle Stops Here [+]