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Welcome to Johnpost Grove!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 272
  • Children: 10.66% (29)
  • Elderly: 25.37% (69)

Racial Breakdown

  • 163 lizardfolk (59.9%)
  • 63 goblin (23.1%)
  • 27 deep dwarf (9.9%)
  • 17 mindflayer (6.2%)
  • 2 other (0.7%)

Misc.

  • 3 Districts
  • 8 Businesses
  • 8 Specialists
  • 36 Residences

Summary [-]

Johnpost Grove is a hamlet in the Lorbe Province with a monster population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate hamlet is sparsely populated (303/sq km), covers 0.90 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 1070 meters.

Climate [-]

Johnpost Grove has a Tropical Seasonal Forest climate, which is characterized by constant high temperatures and seasonal torrential rains, and has hot, rainy and cool seasons. Winds in the region are mild and the temperature is generally unbearably hot with minor variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Johnpost Grove sees a single star overhead: Nac, an average blue star. Johnpost Grove also has a quadruple moon: Deidithys, a large pale yellow moon; Prola, a large pale yellow moon; Spole, an average dull brown moon; and Thero, an average light blue moon. In the night sky, you see a celestial object: a tiny supernova that has been around for time immemorial.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to Johnpost Grove; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with muddy cobblestone paths in a contour-forming pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, wealthy, and shops.

Government [-]

Johnpost Grove 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 slipshod. Officials in Johnpost Grove are often seen as the epitome corruption and the policies are despised. The political influence of Johnpost Grove in the region is receding due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population flees for the hills.

Leader [-]

Johnpost Grove is ruled by President S'heral ahn Khalzor. The President has been in power for a few months and is ridiculed by the people. There is public opposition to the President and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained through random violence.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a neighborhood watch, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a council, with a common punishment being stoning.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 0.74% of the population (2 adults).

Military [-]

Johnpost Grove has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 37 citizens (13.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 20 (7.5%). Of the active duty military, 1 (4.25%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and lack of defensible wall, Johnpost Grove is inadequately fortified. Johnpost Grove fighters are praised for their use of bladed gauntlets in battle. They are respected for their hoarde tactics and are considered badly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Johnpost Grove is currently growing.

Resources [-]

Johnpost Grove is known for the following resources:

  • Scarce dangerous caterpillar nests that are avoided by zombies. Alligles Tinkerscope said one might dig up piles of diamonds in a dungeon.
  • A blessed fort inhabited by carnivorous dragons that are visited frequently by gru. Rumors tell of a chest containing rubies in a tomb nearby.
  • Primal vegetable patches that are frequented by locals. Mok Darkdamn said one might dig up bags of monkey wrenches hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • A long time ago, a Boogyman wandered the fields. Some say that the Boogyman will ask a favor of you, then steal your soul.
  • Legends tell of Graglzog's Coin, a magical coin with the ability to answer any question. It was never recovered.
  • In days gone by, the royals of Klemrard thrived. Things were good, but one day an evil demon named Trerm Darkhowl kidnapped a princess. The royals tried to kill Trerm Darkhowl, but failed miserably. Along came a battle-ready hobgoblin named Trub Bigwiser, who was a skilled storyteller. Trub had an idea to slay the demon by using magic to banish it. When Trub Bigwiser faced the demon, Trub Bigwiser tricked Trerm Darkhowl.
  • In the days of yore, a wizard named Broten stalked the countryside when the wind blows from the east. Villagers say that if you hear him, you will die within 24 hours.
  • Long ago, an old woman wandered the swamps when the wind blows from the east and was drawn towards those that wronged others. Commoners say that the old woman will sneeze three times, then imprison you.

Events [-]

Johnpost Grove is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Looking for work? Require an instructor learned in horseback riding to tutor my child. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Mild danger may be involved. References required. Contact Uldin Jadefighter for further details.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Guild membership required. Reward is a secret. Contact S'herssen se Ghezin.
  • Help! archery contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Peria Borochaser.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Ilyvartel Kindform.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome mephits required. Reward is a secret. Contact Malil Tighpipe.
  • Needed: Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Bordin Sunback.
  • Someone stole my potato. Find the louse, dead or alive. Reward is a secret. Contact Guap Eagletooth for more information.

People [-]

The people in Johnpost Grove love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Harrrl is a male mindflayer who is known in the region as being a mocked magic dealer. He appears accusatory.
  • Khalssen teh Yerssen is a male lizardfolk who is known in the world as being a legendary shoemaker. He appears chatty.
  • Durgin Tigerfighter is a female deep dwarf who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled leatherworker. She appears territorial.
  • Yerzor teh Yerssen is a male lizardfolk who is known in that part of town as being a skilled bleacher. He appears embittered.
  • Priril is a female mindflayer who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled maidservant. She appears thick.
  • Rbub Greatdeath is a male goblin who is known in the world as being a gifted tavern. He appears greedy.
  • Khalal ahn Yeral is a female lizardfolk who is known in the region as being a gifted librarian. She appears intimidating.
  • Disril is a female mindflayer who is known in the world as being a skilled painter. She appears resentful.
  • Khalzor teh Gheal is a male lizardfolk who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled innkeeper. He appears cowed.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Mazgah Backnor, a pacifistic male bugbear. He is a sorcerer who is on a mission from the gods.
  • Trunk Cleaverhost, an intimidating male hobgoblin. He is an adept who is fleeing from forced labor.
  • Yorril Bearforge, a healthy male deep dwarf. He is a wizard who is fleeing from forced labor.
  • Thromir Dwarftracker, an attentive male dwarf. He is a warrior who is traveling the world as a missionary.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Johnpost Grove:

  • The Six Wolfhound Ship Repair [+]
  • The Burning Clowns Mail Service [+]
  • The Wiley Frogs Shop [+]
  • The Black House Inc. [+]
  • The Wooden Hole Lodge [+]
  • The Slippery Beer Fabrics [+]
  • The Flaming Greyhound Inc. [+]
  • The Wobbly Flame Hostel [+]
  • The Robber Cloak Inc. [+]