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Welcome to Dermstein!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,407
  • Children: 19.05% (268)
  • Elderly: 19.47% (274)

Racial Breakdown

  • 880 half-orc (62.5%)
  • 420 elf (29.8%)
  • 82 half-elf (5.8%)
  • 15 half-dwarf (1%)
  • 10 other (0.7%)

Misc.

  • 3 Districts
  • 74 Businesses
  • 159 Specialists
  • 149 Residences

Summary [-]

Dermstein is a small town in the Lesser Tredinak Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest small town is nominally populated (3,323/sq km), covers 0.42 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 731 meters.

Climate [-]

Dermstein has a Tropical Seasonal Forest climate, which is characterized by constant high temperatures and seasonal torrential rains, and has rainy and dry seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally warm with minor variation. Precipitation is heavy, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Dermstein sees a binary star overhead: Luj, a supermassive yellow star and Sil, a small white star. Dermstein also has a single moon: Elalamos, an average dull brown moon. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: a massive pulsar that has been around for decades and an imposing galaxy that has been around for all eternity.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a flimsy sandstone wall that is 3 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.80 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Dermstein; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with irregular cobblestone paths in a warped parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: poor, shops, and professional.

Government [-]

Dermstein is governed through a federation, where sovereign power is formally divided between a central authority and a number of constituent regions. The government as a whole is seen as minimally competent. Officials in Dermstein are often seen as equitable and the policies are despised. The political influence of Dermstein in the region is receding due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population overcomes their differences.

Leader [-]

Dermstein is ruled by Prime Minister Nat. The Prime Minister has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is mocked by the people. There is peaceful opposition to the Prime Minister and policies. The right to rule was granted by appointment, and that power is maintained by secret police raiding homes in the dead of night.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a grifters, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being indentured servitude.

Crime [-]

Crime is unheard of. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 1.49% of the population (21 adults).

Military [-]

Dermstein has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 207 citizens (14.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 84 (6%). Of the active duty military, 9 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and flimsy wall, Dermstein is reasonably well fortified. Dermstein fighters are despised for their use of axes in battle. They are much maligned for their frenzied fighting and are considered moderately skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Dermstein is currently failing.

Resources [-]

Dermstein is known for the following resources:

  • A creepy cave inhabited by defenseless quails that are hunted by gru.
  • An ancient tower inhabited by wild spiders that are feared by children.
  • Coconut plantations that are avoided by children.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Hagt's Fiddle, a possessed fiddle with the knack to cause others to fall asleep. It mysteriously disappeared.
  • Long, long ago, a witch roamed the fields and was drawn towards murderers. Some say that the witch will offer you sweets, then banish you if you are cruel.
  • Many years ago, the townsfolk of Eastrard Bluff lived in peace. Things were peaceful, but one day an evil cyclops named S'herssen se S'hooral took over the town. The townsfolk tried to kill S'herssen se S'hooral, but were caught. Along came Don Morville the lycanthrope, who was a skilled storyteller. Don had a plan to trick the cyclops by making a wager with S'herssen se S'hooral. When Don Morville faced the cyclops, Don Morville banished S'herssen se S'hooral and rescued Eastrard Bluff.
  • Long ago, a spirit named Karud wandered the fields during a full moon. Some say that if you caught her, you will be killed.

Events [-]

Dermstein is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Needed: Looking for work? HruLoa Dommarr has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward is a secret. May include some hazards. Contact Jory Chaon.
  • Wanted: I'm looking for rare rabbits, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with a land deed. Must provide your own transportation. Contact Porg.
  • Bounty for bats, dead or alive. Must submit to background check. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Falmir Smartboot for further details.
  • Help Needed: wood carving contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Reward is a secret. Contact Belellai Wintermoon.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Guild membership required. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Mickey Berman.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen puppy. Reward is a secret. Contact Daney Brownter.
  • Wanted: stirge-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact TavLoa Clawhoof for more information.
  • artifact tester wanted. Will reward you with a land deed. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Done Whitling for further details.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for rare feral cats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Doney Tramey to learn more.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward available. Contact Danic Briand.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome rats required. Reward is a secret. Contact Kzkasr Evildoom for more information.

People [-]

The people in Dermstein despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Belartthil Leafheart is a female elf who is known in the world as being a skilled chickenbutcher. She appears cautious.
  • Danic Berore is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a decent astrologer. She appears nosy.
  • Gaeellthil Duskingdawn is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a decent barber. He appears patriotic.
  • Illlenaen Duskingcaller is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled artist. She appears unreliable.
  • Danes Danerton is a female half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted shoemaker. She appears mocking.
  • Illlaninne Aleanight is a male elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled engineer. He appears nihilistic.
  • Balbor Drumstaff is a male half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent bather. He appears nervous.
  • Drugt Legkiller is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled bucklemaker. He appears healthy.
  • Gaelenanae Moongleam is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a decent furrier. He appears self-obsessed.
  • Joe Shett is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a mocked teacher. He appears skeptical.
  • Danes Clayliffe is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a legendary handyman. She appears mocking.
  • Davry Danden is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled ostler. He appears battle-ready.
  • Adariganae Evenglow is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a mocked furrier. He appears jaded.
  • Chanaliyn Hawkrunner is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a decent magic dealer. He appears outlandish.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Mhush Legsnapper The Red, a violent male half-orc. He is an aristocrat who is finding work as a skilled laborer.
  • Haatanae Brightchaser, a lovelorn female elf. She is a paladin who is seeking thrills and adventure.
  • Halartlas Dewears, a scattered male elf. He is a druid who is here to secretly assassinate a ruler.
  • Alanalava Goldwing, an accusatory female half-elf. She is an adept who is seeking revenge.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Dermstein:

  • The Crossed Ulcer Inc. [+]
  • The Splintered Frog Shoes Inc. [+]
  • The Puking Ent Our Motto Is the Buckle Stops Here [+]
  • The Sterling Fig Sculptures [+]
  • The Splintered Heart Shoes [+]
  • The Leaping Riverside Blowers [+]
  • The Crossed Virgin Inc. [+]
  • The White Turkey Bath House [+]
  • The Seven Wand Candle Maker [+]
  • The Warm Bull Night Smiths [+]
  • The Marbled Fig Inc. [+]
  • The Last Elf Hatters [+]
  • The Flying Paladin Inc. [+]
  • The Flaming Goblins Inc. [+]