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Welcome to Grandduk!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 3,082
  • Children: 21.19% (653)
  • Elderly: 17.98% (554)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,560 half-dwarf (50.6%)
  • 518 elf (16.8%)
  • 373 gnome (12.1%)
  • 290 half-elf (9.4%)
  • 164 other (5.3%)
  • 124 halfling (4%)
  • 53 dwarf (1.7%)

Misc.

  • 2 Districts
  • 115 Businesses
  • 430 Specialists
  • 387 Residences

Summary [-]

Grandduk is a town in the Western Walkryica Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile town is moderately populated (6,450/sq km), covers 0.48 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 781 meters.

Climate [-]

Grandduk 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 soft and the temperature is generally cool with moderate variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Grandduk sees a binary star overhead: Abajus, an average yellow star and Uulon, an average blue star. Grandduk also has a single moon: Thele, a large bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a flimsy rubble palisade that is 2 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.87 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Grandduk; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with bumpy cobblestone paths in a looped pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Grandduk 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 surprisingly skillful. Officials in Grandduk are often seen as disreputable and the policies are respected. The political influence of Grandduk in the region is lasting due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population rallies behind its leaders.

Leader [-]

Grandduk is ruled by General Elhkaro. The General has been in power for years and is hated by the people. There is minor opposition to the General and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained through spying and assassination.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a trade guild, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being fines.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.06% of the population (2 adults).

Military [-]

Grandduk has a disinterested attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 392 citizens (12.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 184 (6%). Of the active duty military, 12 (3.25%) are special forces. Due to their disinterested attitude and flimsy palisade, Grandduk is greatly fortified. Grandduk fighters are much maligned for their use of composite bows in battle. They are ridiculed for their phlanyx formations and are considered properly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Grandduk is currently good.

Resources [-]

Grandduk is known for the following resources:

  • A creepy fort inhabited by carnivorous clams that are hunted by kittens. Bret Rockmurder said one might find a stash of emeralds buried near there.
  • Peat swamps that are feared by townspeople. Boberas Darkbreaker said one might find piles of diamonds in a well.
  • A creepy fort inhabited by poisonous woodpeckers that are feared by vampires.
  • Substantial magic hemp fields that are frequented by locals. One might find bags of diamonds hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times gone by, a Boogyman lingered in the streets. Some say that the Boogyman will ask for your help, then carry you away.
  • A long time ago, an old man roamed the fields. People say that the old man will offer you sweets, then imprison you.
  • In olden times, a dragon named Xrerm frequented the world at dusk and was drawn towards those that wronged others. Villagers say that if you face him, you will be stricken deaf.
  • Legends tell of Ghezor's Helmet, a legendary helmet with the ability to grant wishes. It was last seen years ago.

Events [-]

Grandduk is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Need a change of pace? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather owlbear beak due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. No pay until task is completed successfully. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Chturrl.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. May include some hazards. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Treb Wormrot.
  • Required: A passing Druid is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will pay in gold. Special attire required. Contact Elartaen Teasen'strike if intrigued.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Lartlleu Lightbough.
  • A passing Barbarian is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a secret. May include some hazards. Contact Done Peterster.
  • Help Wanted: Bored? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Mimoz Skullcrusher for more details.
  • Required: Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will pay in gold. Contact Mickey Staard.
  • Bored? I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Must not smell. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Jat.
  • 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. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Chaelltars Eyllisweave if intrigued.
  • Wanted: Druid seeks apprentice. References required. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Tbuk Greatdeath for more details.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Ilagh Skullbreaker.
  • Help Wanted: I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome bats required. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Reward is a secret. Contact Ulmir Brandytun.

People [-]

The people in Grandduk despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Joe Sheley is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a renowned mercer. He appears fashion concious.
  • Jam Davewicz is a female half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent sculptor. She appears flirtatious.
  • Jamic Braand is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted roofer. He appears easily offended.
  • Elavarlleu Bladewing is a female elf who is known in the world as being a mediocre butcher. She appears conspirational.
  • Dav Gilne is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a renowned official. She appears nosy.
  • Mickry Roberterson is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled laborer. He appears jesterly.
  • Jendan Rocketfiz is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a decent weaponsmith. He appears solemn.
  • Mal Talllady is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a decent beer seller. He appears scattered.
  • Grungin Stoneback is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled ropemaker. He appears deluded.
  • Darvartars Shadowsing is a male elf who is known in the region as being a decent priest. He appears easily offended.
  • Grimnir Steelgoblet is a female dwarf who is known in the world as being a mediocre wine seller. She appears pious.
  • Illanaen Swiftglow is a female elf who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled outfitter. She appears smitten.
  • Mal Osthill is a male halfling who is known in the region as being a gifted miller. He appears smitten.
  • Larttars Gysseblade is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled vintner. She appears trusting.
  • Podiine Teabough is an androgynous halfling who is known in the world as being a decent roofer. It appears violent.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Illanssa Mistsing, an idealistic male elf. He is a fighter who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Falbin Clashingbelly, an apologetic male dwarf. He is a commoner who is finding work as a skilled laborer.
  • Mickry Marorth, a pacifistic male half-elf. He is a warrior who is here to destroy a rumor.
  • Don Robertinson, a gluttonous male half-elf. He is an expert who is here to buy supplies.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Grandduk:

  • The Grizzly Days Inc. [+]
  • The Red Hen Gaol [+]
  • The Weary Beer Rug Shop [+]
  • The Colored Octopus Dry Goods [+]
  • The Chicken Bucket Farmers Market [+]
  • The Shining Pot Book Smith [+]
  • The Grizzly Dungeon Docs [+]
  • The Grumbling Halflings Inc. [+]
  • The Hanging Days Millers [+]
  • The New Tower Inc. [+]
  • The Marbled Elves Inc. [+]
  • The White Frog Inpirationsl Waters [+]
  • The Shallow Rouge Saw Mill [+]
  • The Mad Three Translations [+]
  • The Shallow Axe Timber Mill [+]