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Welcome to Johnstein!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,487
  • Children: 15.53% (231)
  • Elderly: 21.99% (327)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,404 half-elf (94.4%)
  • 66 human (4.4%)
  • 17 other (1.1%)

Misc.

  • 7 Districts
  • 74 Businesses
  • 159 Specialists
  • 192 Residences

Summary [-]

Johnstein is a small town in the Chamark Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest small town is nominally populated (2,983/sq km), covers 0.50 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 797 meters.

Climate [-]

Johnstein 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 breezy and the temperature is generally cold with little variation. Precipitation is massive, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Johnstein sees a single star overhead: Lur, an average yellow star. Johnstein also has a single moon: Himado, an average rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: 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 sturdy mud brick stockade that is 2 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.88 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 8 roads leading to Johnstein; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with pristine dirt tracks in a linear pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, poor, shops, trade, industry, slums, and civic.

Government [-]

Johnstein is governed through a dictatorship, where the ruler or small clique wield absolute power (not restricted by a constitution or laws). The government as a whole is seen as horribly inefficient. Officials in Johnstein are often seen as honest and the policies are honored. The political influence of Johnstein in the region is negligible due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population overcomes their differences.

Leader [-]

Johnstein is ruled by Overlord Taglurz Legsnapper. The Overlord has been in power for mere hours and is praised by the people. There is peaceful opposition to the Overlord and policies. The right to rule was granted by consensus, and that power is maintained through the ignorance of the plebeian society.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city guard, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being maiming.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 1.41% of the population (21 adults).

Military [-]

Johnstein has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 219 citizens (14.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 92 (6.25%). Of the active duty military, 8 (4%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and sturdy stockade, Johnstein is reasonably well fortified. Johnstein fighters are hated for their use of martial arts in battle. They are despised for their frenzied fighting and are considered moderately skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Johnstein is currently growing.

Resources [-]

Johnstein is known for the following resources:

  • Creepy rock salt deposits that are visited frequently by gru. Rumors tell of bags of gold in a tomb nearby.
  • Timber forests that are frequented by locals. Somoeone said someone found bags of small lyres hidden around somewhere.
  • Unlimited rubber trees that are frequented by witches. One might find bags of gold hidden around somewhere.
  • Magical spider clusters that are avoided by townspeople.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In days gone by, an old woman haunted the town once a year and was drawn towards murderers. People say that the old woman will offer you sweets, then give you a gift if you are nice.
  • Legends tell of Davry's Trident, a possessed trident with the knack to summon angels. It hasn't reappeared in years.
  • Legends tell of James' Hat, a magical hat with the ability to make people cry. It disappeared after an attack by bandits.
  • In times gone by, a hag roamed the countryside. Folks say that the hag will ask for your help, then banish you if you are cruel.
  • Legends tell of Wratra's Throne, a cursed throne with the knack to dominate others. It mysteriously disappeared.

Events [-]

Johnstein is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • A passing Barbarian is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will pay in gold. Contact Jory Wilick.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. May include some hazards. Will pay in gold. Contact Don Kleinliffe.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? artifact tester wanted. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Dav Matcroft if interested.
  • Help Needed: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward is a secret. Contact Buruntek Stonechaser if interested.
  • Required: Looking for work? tincure tester wanted. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Tbus Giantrot if intrigued.
  • Required: I have grigs in my basement, plz halp! Will owe you a huge favor. Length of job expected to be short. Prior experience required. Contact Danry Rosenrell.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Adatai Melithsong.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Dav Bertt to learn more.
  • Required: Grunbor Honorbelly has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward is a secret. Contact Surpra.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Grunnir Lightningstream.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? A passing Aristocrat is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Mild danger may be involved. Will reward you with a land deed. Serious inquiries only. Contact Grimrin Steelstaff.

People [-]

The people in Johnstein are critical of outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Jamic Wilmell is a female human who is known in the world as being a decent coach driver. She appears accusatory.
  • Hallaninne Lightcloak is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a decent social worker. She appears jaded.
  • Danic Harsford is a female human who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled woodcarver. She appears helpful.
  • Mickic Giacoidge is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled illuminator. She appears contrarian.
  • Dan Browncombe is a female human who is known in the city as being a mediocre prostitute. She appears authoritarian.
  • Jame Jackon is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled illuminator. She appears lovelorn.
  • Jory Bener is a female human who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled physician. She appears guarded.
  • Mick Bernarough is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted cutler. He appears efficient.
  • Aestaen Tyrfeather is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled apothecary. She appears chatty.
  • Ertthil Summerweaver is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a mocked carpenter. He appears prejudiced.
  • Don Davin is a male human who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled bucklemaker. He appears chatty.
  • Donic Davidill is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent grocer. She appears loud.
  • Joes Clayand is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent brewer. He appears guilty.
  • Dane MacKleinne is a female human who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled official. She appears self-obsessed.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Mick Whiteton, a pacifistic male half-dwarf. He is an expert who is fleeing debtors.
  • Dane VanAndremell, a chatty female half-elf. She is a warrior who is seeing the city.
  • Mickic VanStagan, an intimidating male half-elf. He is a rogue who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Dane Stanerson, a nosy female human. She is a rogue who is here to buy supplies.
  • Amaborn Hottoe, an idealistic female halfling. She is an expert who is traveling the world as a beggar.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Johnstein:

  • The Master Axehandle Coop Hoop [+]
  • The Wanton Frogs Night Smiths [+]
  • The Mulled Pot Beer Garden [+]
  • The Angry Wagonhouse Shoppe [+]
  • The Salty Dwarves Timberyard [+]
  • The Green Peddler Pots [+]
  • The Flying Hops Inc. [+]
  • The Crooked Rooster Inc. [+]
  • The Voluptuous Well Furs [+]
  • The Burning Dead Postal Service [+]
  • The Fired Twins [+]
  • The Slade Stump Poor House [+]
  • The Nomadic Harpoon Inc. [+]
  • The Tired Pot Supplies [+]