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Welcome to Durindun!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,159
  • Children: 19.41% (225)
  • Elderly: 19.24% (223)

Racial Breakdown

  • 778 half-orc (67.1%)
  • 140 half-dwarf (12%)
  • 83 half-elf (7.1%)
  • 79 dwarf (6.8%)
  • 78 gnome (6.7%)
  • 1 other (0%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 61 Businesses
  • 114 Specialists
  • 125 Residences

Summary [-]

Durindun is a small town in the Conakan Region with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile small town is moderately populated (3,735/sq km), covers 0.31 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 628 meters.

Climate [-]

Durindun has a Moist Continental climate, which is characterized by warm to cool summers and cold winters with severe snow storms, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally freezing with little variation. Precipitation is massive, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Durindun sees a binary star overhead: Uul, a large brown star and Sik, a large yellow star. Durindun also has a single moon: Elatasto, an average light blue moon. In the night sky, you see three celestial objects: a massive pulsar that has been around for millenia, a massive galaxy that has been around for centuries, and an imposing asteroid belt that has been around for only a few years.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a magically reinforced rubble wall that is 2 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.23 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There is 1 road leading to Durindun; no roads are major. The city is lined with smooth cobblestone streets in a warped parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Durindun is governed through an emirate, where the supreme power is in the hands of an emir, who may be an absolute overlord with constitutionally limited authority. The government as a whole is seen as somwhat capable. Officials in Durindun are often seen as virtuous and the policies are respected. The political influence of Durindun in the region is dwindling rapidly due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population comes together and fights as one.

Leader [-]

Durindun is ruled by President Xregd Laughdamn. The President has been in power for several decades and is praised by the people. There is no visible opposition to the President and policies. The right to rule was granted by hereditary succession, and that power is maintained by strict laws and corrupt guards.

Laws [-]

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

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 1.64% of the population (19 adults).

Military [-]

Durindun has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 173 citizens (15%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 84 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 7 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and magically reinforced wall, Durindun is properly fortified. Durindun fighters are despised for their use of battle axes in battle. They are much maligned for their phlanyx formations and are considered reasonably well skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Durindun is currently failing.

Resources [-]

Durindun is known for the following resources:

  • An old cave inhabited by carnivorous elephants that are avoided by townspeople. Somoeone said someone found bags of saphires in a tomb nearby.
  • A new mine inhabited by dangerous crows that are visited frequently by vampires. One might find a chest containing silver in a nearby pit.
  • An old castle inhabited by tame bats that are frequented by vampires. Rumors tell of a chest containing copper in a tomb nearby.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Yordal's Needle, a unique needle with the knack to dominate others. It has been lost for ages.
  • Legends tell of Nag's Cauldron, a legendary cauldron with the knack to summon demons. It was last seen years ago.
  • Years ago, a lich named Doap stalked the streets when the wind blows from the east. Commoners say that if you confront him, you will be stricken blind.
  • Legends tell of Alariganae's Ring, a legendary ring with the capability to find any item. It hasn't reappeared in years.

Events [-]

Durindun is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Need a change of pace? I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Wot for more details.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. No pay until task is completed successfully. Reward available. Contact Elhka.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward is a secret. Contact Tolcoda Hillmap.
  • Bored? Require an instructor learned in juggling to tutor my child. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Zurgdu Wildkan.
  • Need a change of pace? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will pay in gold. Contact Carrette Cobblewink if interested.
  • taste tester wanted. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Thorbor Bearmug.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I have squirrels in my basement, plz halp! Guild membership required. Mild danger may be involved. Will pay in gold. Contact Tgezn Giantstomach.
  • Looking for something new? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome brain moles required. Guild membership required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Nbunk Laughshredder.
  • I have brain moles in my basement, plz halp! Serious inquiries only. Will reward you with valuable information. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Dones Castone.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome rust rats required. May include some hazards. Reward is a secret. Contact Alligles Cobblefuel for further details.
  • Need a change of pace? non-lethal poison tester wanted. Will owe you a huge favor. May include some hazards. Contact Faelantel Duskingstrike.

People [-]

The people in Durindun despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Daves Carridge is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a mocked brewer. She appears healthy.
  • Mick Petercroft is a male half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent actor. He appears self-obsessed.
  • Halellai Longnight is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled adventurer. He appears xenophobic.
  • Mickic Broinson is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled scribe. He appears insecure.
  • Thorrim Granitechisel is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled cobbler. He appears guilty.
  • Wiztsy Greaseblast is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned ship captain. He appears mopey.
  • Grimdal Rustale is a female dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a decent shipwright. She appears jesterly.
  • Hewva Tiddlysprocket is a female gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned sage. She appears patronizing.
  • Durrin Brightaxe is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a skilled magic dealer. He appears pacifistic.
  • Cotxie Gearbun is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled glovemaker. She appears flirtatious.
  • Danic Harin is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a gifted bounty hunter. She appears lonely.
  • Drodal Jetback is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned seamstress. He appears impatient.
  • Thorbin Onyxhelm is a female dwarf who is known in the region as being a gifted interpreter. She appears trusting.
  • Malina Greasebit is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a gifted cooper. She appears clumsy.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Beakey Gearfuel, a boastful female gnome. She is an expert who is delivering a message to a merchant.
  • Balrin Brandykeep, a boastful female dwarf. She is a commoner who is doing something questionable.
  • Davey Antonidge, a cautious female half-orc. She is an expert who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Adaeno Rocketfuel, an accusatory male gnome. He is a rogue who is here to secretly assassinate a ruler.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Durindun:

  • The Sloppy Horse Study [+]
  • The Whistling Priest Inc. [+]
  • The Northern Cup Inc. [+]
  • The Yellow Dwarves Disposal Area [+]
  • The Voluptuous Ivy Meats [+]
  • The Voluptuous Frogs Furs [+]
  • The Crooked Knife Inc. [+]
  • The Ugly Jade Builders [+]
  • The Grumbling Bunk Inc. [+]
  • The Noisy Well Inc. [+]
  • The Flabby Kettles [+]
  • The Perfumed Bunch Vinters [+]
  • The Royal Willow Chop House [+]
  • The Refuge Cup Public Jail [+]