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Welcome to Graftwell!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 15,277
  • Children: 42.19% (6,446)
  • Elderly: 3.00% (458)

Racial Breakdown

  • 7,822 mindflayer (51.2%)
  • 6,142 gnome (40.2%)
  • 1,223 ogre (8%)
  • 90 other (0.5%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 302 Businesses
  • 2,319 Specialists
  • 1,971 Residences

Summary [-]

Graftwell is a large city in the Western Fulnah Territory with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (26,541/sq km), covers 0.58 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 859 meters.

Climate [-]

Graftwell has a Temperate Deciduous Forest climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and dry winters, and has prevernal, spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter seasons. Winds in the region are mild and the temperature is generally chilly with strong variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Graftwell sees a single star overhead: Kroxol, an average yellow star. Graftwell also has a double moon: Sporopa, an average briliant silver moon and Chadi, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a recently repaired Iron enclosure that is 15 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.78 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 6 roads leading to Graftwell; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with even dirt roads in a linear pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Graftwell 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 satisfactory. Officials in Graftwell are often seen as principled and the policies are loved. The political influence of Graftwell in the region is broadening due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Graftwell is ruled by Governor Enrrl. The Governor has been in power for years and is ridiculed by the people. There is forceful opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by foreign imposition, and that power is maintained through the acclaim of the nobles.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a local gangs, who can be bribed. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 0.47% of the population (72 adults).

Military [-]

Graftwell has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2024 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 993 (6.5%). Of the active duty military, 96 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and recently repaired enclosure, Graftwell is abysmally fortified. Graftwell fighters are mocked for their use of rapiers in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Graftwell is currently lively.

Resources [-]

Graftwell is known for the following resources:

  • Vampire kitten glarings that are frequented by locals. Jamic Marstone said one might find bags of diamonds in a well.
  • A cursed fort inhabited by vampire kangaroos that are hunted by unicorns.
  • An ancient cave inhabited by defenseless bats that are hunted by townspeople.
  • Substantial cork trees that are feared by locals. Somoeone said someone found a stash of silver hidden around somewhere.
  • Substantial crow murders that are visited frequently by gru. Rumors tell of a chest containing iron maidens in a dungeon.
  • A cursed cave inhabited by vampire cormorants that are frequented by townspeople. The locals speak of piles of saphires in a tomb nearby.
  • An ancient battle field inhabited by wild kangaroos that are feared by wenches. Jame Roseter said rumors tell of piles of small lyres in a nearby pit.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In days gone by, the villagers of North Fardew lived in peace. Things were always nice, but one day a cyclops named Ghak Oakmane took over the town. The villagers tried to kill Ghak Oakmane, but were caught. Along came a lycanthrope named Don Francing, who was a skilled storyteller. Don had an idea to slay the cyclops by using magic to banish it. When Don Francing faced the cyclops, Don Francing killed the cyclops.

Events [-]

Graftwell is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Wanted: Require an instructor learned in herbalism to tutor my child. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will pay in gold. Contact Gargin Crunchcastle to learn more.
  • Help Wanted: Looking for something new? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome derros required. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Don Davidstone.
  • artifact tester wanted. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Thzz'ith.
  • Missing cerimonial knife. We suspect derros are the culprit. Opportunity to earn a title. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Ai Cobblefuel if intrigued.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen bracelet. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Special attire required. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Wot.
  • Help Needed: I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Micke Morewicz.
  • Looking for work? rust rats-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will pay in gold. Must provide your own transportation. May include some hazards. Contact Arrin Goodmace.
  • Bounty for homuncului, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Mickry Stanstone.
  • quazits-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward available. Contact Adaond Rustkeep.
  • Looking for something new? Seeking inter-planar messenger. References required. Will pay in gold. Contact Hew Wobbfiz.
  • Help Needed: Someone stole my tomatoes. Find the louse, dead or alive. Must be clean. Reward available. Contact Delnalaen Stillsworn if intrigued.
  • Need a change of pace? Rogue seeks apprentice. Will reward you with a land deed. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Goduk Oakroot.
  • Help Wanted: A passing Bard is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Xodog Bigslay to learn more.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Guduk Rocknut.
  • gnomish battle dancing contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Reward available. Contact Jame Berfield.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward is a secret. Contact Jamic Antonorth to learn more.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward is a secret. Guild membership required. Contact Davey Castard.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward is a secret. Contact Calimax Athis.
  • Help Needed: Looking for work? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen golden skill. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Drodor Steeldoor.

People [-]

The people in Graftwell are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Ai Triggerbit is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled collier. She appears solemn.
  • Kilter is a female mindflayer who is known in the region as being a gifted seamstress. She appears jaded.
  • Klonm is a male mindflayer who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled librarian. He appears nervous.
  • Pri'toor is a male mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a skilled woodseller. He appears mocking.
  • Maside is a female mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted undertaker. She appears prejudiced.
  • Blo'ith is a male mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled ropemaker. He appears giddy.
  • Trell'k'morn is a male mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted leatherworker. He appears smitten.
  • Dubal Boarsnout is a male ogre who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled doctor. He appears exhausted.
  • Huth is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled spicemerchant. He appears patronizing.
  • Tor Triggergadget is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled tanner. She appears flirtatious.
  • Ghabal Boarroot is a male ogre who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled actor. He appears conspirational.
  • Juntsy Rocketscope is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a gifted priest. She appears solemn.
  • Grintra is a male mindflayer who is known in the region as being a mediocre pastrycook. He appears lonely.
  • Pobel Rocktooth is a female ogre who is known in the region as being a decent forester. She appears violent.
  • Harrrl is a female mindflayer who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled lawyer. She appears embittered.
  • Ghash Oxfang is a female ogre who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled engineer. She appears contrarian.
  • Cotdan Coggleblast is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled tavern. She appears nervous.
  • Vesster is a female mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled bowyer. She appears chatty.
  • Fluide is a female mindflayer who is known in the world as being a skilled trader. She appears idealistic.
  • Gubal Oaknut is a male ogre who is known in that part of town as being a renowned saddler. He appears pacifistic.
  • Kiduk Oakfang is a female ogre who is known in that part of town as being a gifted artist. She appears nosy.
  • Tomita Thermofuel is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a renowned astrologer. She appears gambling.
  • Chtuide is an androgynous mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted vintner. It appears cautious.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Gkutot Bigdamn, a pious female goblin. She is a commoner who is finding a long-lost sibling.
  • Balrun Jetbreaker, a jolly female dwarf. She is a cleric who is finding work as a skilled laborer.
  • Borus Wildis, a forbidding female minotaur. She is an adept who is finding a missing treasure.
  • Abavarai Summerchaser, a violent female half-elf. She is a commoner who is finding a long-lost sibling.
  • Jamey Antonster, an insecure female half-dwarf. She is an expert who is doing something nefarious.
  • Nbadr Laughstomach, a deluded female goblin. She is a commoner who is seeking revenge.
  • Done Harinson, a chatty male human. He is a sorcerer who is traveling the world as a missionary.
  • S'hooral teh Khalal, an intimidating female lizardfolk. She is a commoner who is here to buy supplies.
  • Bromd Greatbeast, a forgetful male hobgoblin. He is a commoner who is cleaning out a slum.
  • Mickry Stanbrook, a jaded male human. He is a commoner who is on a mission from the gods.
  • Masrrl, a jaded male mindflayer. He is a barbarian who is cleaning out a wealthy person.
  • Dan Clayett, a mocking female human. She is a fighter who is finding a missing artifact.
  • Khalssen seh S'herzin, an authoritarian male lizardfolk. He is a commoner who is finding work as a healer.
  • Throbb Armcracker, a sick female orc. She is a cleric who is seeking honest work.
  • Adabarddo Trillwanderer, a nervous male halfling. He is a commoner who is delivering a message to a ruler.
  • Balnir Blackvein, an outlandish male dwarf. He is a commoner who is traveling the world as a beggar.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Graftwell:

  • The Shining Thunderbird Lumber Mill [+]
  • The Weary Riverside Rugs [+]
  • The Last Octopus Hats Shop [+]
  • The Mulled Riverside Pub [+]
  • The Nomadic Bucket Inc. [+]
  • The Ugly Rouge Builders [+]
  • The Violent Rock Inc. [+]
  • The Master Dog Inc. [+]
  • The Orange Priest Charcoalers [+]
  • The Stowaway Monk General Store [+]
  • The Dreaming Imps Arena [+]
  • The Flabby Wine [+]
  • The Whirling Halflings Butchers [+]
  • The Hilltop Silver Druggist [+]
  • The Mad Kettles Word Smiths [+]
  • The Raging Hearthstone Arena [+]
  • The Fat Axehandle Inc. [+]
  • The Victorious Kraken Inc. [+]
  • The Beefy Halflings Shoppe [+]
  • The Wet Silver Meat Handlers [+]
  • The Dripping Hearthstone Herbalist [+]
  • The Wobbling Frogs Construction [+]
  • The Lecherous Whisper Glass Crafters [+]