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Welcome to Alta Fonshall!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 17,514
  • Children: 14.90% (2,609)
  • Elderly: 22.50% (3,940)

Racial Breakdown

  • 7,654 lycanthrope (43.7%)
  • 6,761 drow (38.6%)
  • 1,892 half-dwarf (10.8%)
  • 452 other (2.5%)
  • 403 mindflayer (2.3%)
  • 176 half-elf (1%)
  • 176 halfling (1%)

Misc.

  • 7 Districts
  • 335 Businesses
  • 2,670 Specialists
  • 2,237 Residences

Summary [-]

Alta Fonshall is a large city in the Western Ashcanish District with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (26,097/sq km), covers 0.67 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 923 meters.

Climate [-]

Alta Fonshall 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 chilly with minor variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Alta Fonshall sees a single star overhead: Cex, an average yellow star. Alta Fonshall also has a double moon: Spomebos, a supermassive rusty red moon and Chakapa, a massive dull brown moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed marble enclosure that is 17 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.89 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to Alta Fonshall; 1 road is major. The city is lined with even dirt roads in a wheel and spoke pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, fine shops, shops, trade, professional, and slums.

Government [-]

Alta Fonshall 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 somwhat capable. Officials in Alta Fonshall are often seen as virtuous and the policies are feared. The political influence of Alta Fonshall in the region is declining due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Alta Fonshall is ruled by Governor Pocone Coldblower. The Governor has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is hated by the people. There is no visible opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by foreign imposition, and that power is maintained through the writ of law.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a racketeers, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.45% of the population (79 adults).

Military [-]

Alta Fonshall has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2320 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1269 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 110 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and destroyed enclosure, Alta Fonshall is abysmally fortified. Alta Fonshall fighters are mocked for their use of heavy flail in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Alta Fonshall is currently growing.

Resources [-]

Alta Fonshall is known for the following resources:

  • Abundant beaver colonies that are visited frequently by gru.
  • A magical cave inhabited by tame bees that are visited frequently by kittens.
  • Abundant palm oil harvests that are frequented by wenches. Davey Roseett said rumors tell of piles of silver in a nearby pit.
  • A new fort inhabited by poisonous parrots that are visited frequently by locals. Rumors tell of a chest containing monkey wrenches hidden around somewhere.
  • A blessed tower inhabited by poisonous crows that are hunted by zombies. The locals speak of piles of penis sheathes hidden around somewhere.
  • A haunted grave yard inhabited by wild elephants that are feared by witches. Ozl Backripper said the locals speak of a stash of penis sheathes hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Borbin's Brooch, a legendary brooch with the capability to disappear on its own. It was last seen years ago.
  • Legends tell of James' Bag of beans, a legendary bag of beans with the capability to make someone speak the truth. It disappeared after an attack by bandits.
  • In the days of yore, the villagers of Lakvale thrived. Things were good, but one day an evil ghoul named Vothlak took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The villagers tried to kill Vothlak, but were caught. Along came a deep dwarf named Durgin Smokecoin, who was a skilled storyteller. Durgin had the thought to slay the ghoul by killing the ghoul while he slept. When Durgin Smokecoin faced the ghoul, Durgin Smokecoin defeated Vothlak.
  • Legends tell of Kiap's Throne, a cursed throne with the capability to summon demons. It mysteriously disappeared.
  • Many years ago, a demon named Dobal roamed the town and was drawn towards thieves. Commoners say that if you face him, you will be killed.

Events [-]

Alta Fonshall is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • I'm looking for rare bats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Harm.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen bracelet. Will pay in gold. Safety not guaranteed. Must be clean. Contact Berumain Icemarr for more details.
  • Looking for something new? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Davic MacBerard to learn more.
  • Need a change of pace? Nboten Bladeslay has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will pay in gold. Special attire required. Contact Throril Armormoor.
  • Looking for work? Bounty for toads, dead or alive. Reward is a secret. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Thrulor Headbreaker.
  • I'm looking for rare quazits, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Klizgud Neckcracker if intrigued.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome bats required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Chatthil Silverwind if interested.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Jame Sheham.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. May include some hazards. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Malbardine Millroarer.
  • Help! I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome quazits required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Tudog Cleaverrot.
  • Required: Bored? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward available. Contact Chtum.
  • Required: Missing bottle of wine. We suspect gremlins are the culprit. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Rbet Metaldeath.
  • Help Needed: Looking for something new? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather a rat tail due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Accidental Death insurance required. May include some hazards. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Perborn Kalligirdle.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen bottle of wine. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Sszre.
  • Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather certain herbs due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Reward available. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Haanaliyn Meadowriver.
  • Help! Bored? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Tmog Metaldeath.
  • I have quazits in my basement, plz halp! Length of job expected to be short. Will reward you with valuable information. Must be quick on your feet. Contact Hilcoly Glitterbrook.
  • Ulond Bittercairn has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward available. Contact Wae'toor.
  • Wanted: A passing Commoner is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will reward you with a land deed. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Trbok Nighthost.

People [-]

The people in Alta Fonshall love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Klon'ith is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a decent butcher. He appears worrying.
  • Mick Morston is a female lycanthrope who is known in the world as being a mocked pursemaker. She appears pious.
  • Delnalaen Banniweaver is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a renowned tailor. He appears territorial.
  • Jam Roseville is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled actor. He appears battle-ready.
  • Alehiaai Tyrneashield is a female drow who is known in the city as being a gifted scribe. She appears gambling.
  • Yorond Honorroad is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a skilled librarian. He appears fatalistic.
  • Adaco Freefellow is a female halfling who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled harness maker. She appears homesick.
  • El Tosswick is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a decent artist. He appears skeptical.
  • Faeelltars Oakchaser is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a mediocre ostler. She appears shifty.
  • Goiter is a female mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled grocer. She appears quiet.
  • Mickic Berridge is a male lycanthrope who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned teacher. He appears pious.
  • Filvarinne Aleawatch is a female drow who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled potter. She appears nihilistic.
  • Gardal Blueguard is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre spicemerchant. He appears vengeful.
  • Dones Fercombe is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled specialty smith. He appears skeptical.
  • Davry Simonman is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled porter. He appears territorial.
  • Don Southill is a male half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled sculptor. He appears worrying.
  • Joic Robertman is a female lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a mediocre mason. She appears grieving.
  • Mick Danerton is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a gifted scribe. He appears quiet.
  • Davry Danworth is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted cutler. He appears unreliable.
  • Davic Burill is a male lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled innkeeper. He appears mocking.
  • Pergolddo Shortdrum is a female halfling who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled porter. She appears jolly.
  • Gwarigaen Myrthwater is a male drow who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled warehouse worker. He appears authoritarian.
  • Jo Matworth is a female lycanthrope who is known in that part of town as being a decent mercer. She appears self-obsessed.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Xtzar Metalcutter, a grieving female bugbear. She is a paladin who is traveling with an expidition.
  • Ulril Sunhand, an impatient male deep dwarf. He is an expert who is finding a missing friend.
  • Bealita Rocketbun, an egotistical female gnome. She is an aristocrat who is here to secretly assassinate a scholar.
  • Woure, a boastful male mindflayer. He is a commoner who is following a message from an angel.
  • Yerzin fe Ghessen, a jesterly female oddball. She is a cleric who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Becob Mooncobble, a nervous male halfling. He is a wizard who is finding a long-lost distant relative.
  • Elne Sproutwax, a greedy female halfling. She is a sorcerer who is finding a missing parent.
  • Davey Colhews, an efficient male human. He is an expert who is finding a missing criminal.
  • Jory Bartogton, a melancholy female lycanthrope. She is a commoner who is delivering a message to a merchant.
  • Dan Smithnson, a solemn female lycanthrope. She is a commoner who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Comaine Manytoe, a cautious female halfling. She is a wizard who is here to secretly assassinate a scholar.
  • Mal Ostspan, an egotistical female halfling. She is a rogue who is here to buy slaves.
  • Yerzor ahn Khalzin, a nervous male lizardfolk. He is a warrior who is fleeing overdue taxes.
  • Barbin Bittersword, a battle-ready male dwarf. He is a wizard who is finding work as a healer.
  • Rxuk Rantcutter, a trusting female goblin. She is a bard who is doing something impossible.
  • Jory Southrell, a patronizing male oddball. He is a warrior who is doing something nefarious.
  • Tolnell Dalemaker, a smitten female halfling. She is a commoner who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Malnell Wetgather, an egotistical male halfling. He is a fighter who is finding a long-lost friend.
  • Joic Castmell, a greedy male human. He is a commoner who is seeing the city.
  • Surpka, a territorial male troglodyte. He is an adept who is following the voices.
  • Brunk Giantrot, a self-obsessed male goblin. He is a wizard who is cleaning out a monster infestation.
  • Xuet Rantwiser, an authoritarian male hobgoblin. He is a wizard who is cleaning out a slum.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Alta Fonshall:

  • The Gelded Hatchet Military School [+]
  • The Rusty Kraken Inc. [+]
  • The Tired Beauty Supplies [+]
  • The Vulgar Heart Furs [+]
  • The Worn Oarhouse Worship House [+]
  • The Raging Badger Group [+]
  • The Weary Ivy Rug Shop [+]
  • The Fermented Rouge Shoppe [+]
  • The Desert Virgin Inc. [+]
  • The Angry Monk Shoppe [+]
  • The Singing Widowers Shipyard [+]
  • The Seven Hops Candle Maker [+]
  • The Dew Fireplace Force [+]
  • The Wobbly Peddler Lodge [+]
  • The Crossed Wagonhouse Inc. [+]
  • The Sloppy Song Study [+]
  • The Gelded Hole Inc. [+]
  • The White Devil Inc. [+]
  • The Wandering Hole Furs [+]
  • The Crazy Crow Inc. [+]
  • The Victorious Bill Inc. [+]
  • The Screaming Goblins Lumberyard [+]
  • The Crazy Heart Inc. [+]