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Welcome to Big Ladburg Ridge!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 26,489
  • Children: 36.25% (9,602)
  • Elderly: 7.25% (1,920)

Racial Breakdown

  • 12,344 minotaur (46.6%)
  • 5,669 kobold (21.4%)
  • 5,351 lizardfolk (20.2%)
  • 1,378 troglodyte (5.2%)
  • 1,087 halfling (4.1%)
  • 451 drow (1.7%)
  • 209 other (0.7%)

Misc.

  • 7 Districts
  • 498 Businesses
  • 4,074 Specialists
  • 3,339 Residences

Summary [-]

Big Ladburg Ridge is a metropolis in the Lesser Treark District with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate metropolis is sparsely populated (556/sq km), covers 47.64 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 7788 meters.

Climate [-]

Big Ladburg Ridge 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 mild with minor variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Big Ladburg Ridge sees a single star overhead: Krok, a large brown star. Big Ladburg Ridge also has a double moon: Prodi, a small pale yellow moon and Spola, a massive rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a poorly maintained Iron stockade that is 4 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 99% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 31.16 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to Big Ladburg Ridge; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with well-maintained dirt tracks in a fragmented parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, warehouse, middleclass, trade, industry, and port.

Government [-]

Big Ladburg Ridge is governed through a monarchy, where the supreme power is lodged in the hands of a monarch who reigns with constitutionally limited authority. The government as a whole is seen as sloppy and disorganized. Officials in Big Ladburg Ridge are often seen as crooked and the policies are loved. The political influence of Big Ladburg Ridge in the region is declining due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population gives up their freedom in exchange for security.

Leader [-]

Big Ladburg Ridge is ruled by Raja Falrun Wisebaker. The Raja has been in power for years and is praised by the people. There is peaceful opposition to the Raja and policies. The right to rule was granted by consensus, and that power is maintained through the tip of a sword.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city guard, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by a council, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.60% of the population (158 adults).

Military [-]

Big Ladburg Ridge has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 3576 citizens (13.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1390 (5.25%). Of the active duty military, 143 (4%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and poorly maintained stockade, Big Ladburg Ridge is badly fortified. Big Ladburg Ridge fighters are much loved for their use of greatswords in battle. They are praised for their hoarde tactics and are considered perfectly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Big Ladburg Ridge is currently healthy.

Resources [-]

Big Ladburg Ridge is known for the following resources:

  • Endangered carnivorous ape troops that are avoided by wenches. One might dig up a stash of monkey wrenches in a tomb nearby.
  • An ancient fort inhabited by carnivorous peacocks that are feared by children.
  • Substantial kitten glarings that are visited frequently by children.
  • Abundant carnivorous ape troops that are hunted by wenches. Abariginne Silentsworn said one might find bags of emeralds in a well.
  • Fruit plantations that are visited frequently by witches. Ilyhiathil Silentbreeze said somoeone said someone found a chest containing gold buried near there.
  • Rich elephant parades that are feared by gru.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the days of yore, the constable of Castnow Town lived happily. Things were good, but one day a cyclops named Klon'ith took over the town. The constable tried to stop the cyclops, but failed miserably. Along came a half-orc named Mickry Tramstone, who was a skilled storyteller. Mickry had the thought to slay the cyclops by causing a distraction while others struck. When Mickry Tramstone faced the cyclops, Mickry Tramstone tricked Klon'ith and was killed in the process.
  • Long ago, the royals of North Kellerberg thrived. Things were always nice, but one day Khalzor fe Gheal the devil stole a priceless heirloom. The royals tried to kill Khalzor fe Gheal, but failed miserably. Along came a half-orc named Gubgak Mokkiller, who was a valiant knight. Gubgak had an idea to slay the devil by killing the devil while she slept. When Gubgak Mokkiller faced the devil, Gubgak Mokkiller tricked Khalzor fe Gheal.

Events [-]

Big Ladburg Ridge is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Required: Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward is a secret. Contact Alli Rocketjet.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Must provide your own transportation. Opportunity to earn a title. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Disrr.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen goat. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Jat if interested.
  • Looking for work? unknown potion tester wanted. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Danes Harsford.
  • Help Wanted: Missing magic candle. We suspect brain moles are the culprit. Special attire required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Dot.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Opportunity to earn a title. Prior experience required. Contact Lot if intrigued.
  • ultimate fighting contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Rit for further details.
  • Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather fresh paper due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. May include some hazards. Opportunity to earn a title. References required. Contact Klogl Armnor.
  • Missing golden skill. We suspect gremlins are the culprit. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Pocobne Earthbot.
  • Gkutemt Damnmaw has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Grimorin Ambercloak.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will pay in gold. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Jamey Castson.
  • Looking for something new? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome mephits required. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Ceezer.
  • I'm looking for rare homuncului, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Ghash Boarroot.
  • Required: Bored? grog tester wanted. Mild danger may be involved. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Elanallleu Orlecaller.
  • Help Wanted: Paladin seeks apprentice. Accidental Death insurance required. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Danic Shett for more information.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Special attire required. Will reward you with valuable information. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Gobal Boarfang.
  • Bounty for bats, dead or alive. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Xuok Dreaddamn.
  • Bored? Khalzor seh S'herssen has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Experienced professionals only. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Dav Carerton if intrigued.
  • Someone stole my painting. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Jam Brownden.
  • Looking for work? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Maline Shorttopple.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome imps required. Will owe you a huge favor. Must be quick on your feet. Contact Byleiki Eaglecaller.

People [-]

The people in Big Ladburg Ridge are accepting of outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Khalssen se S'hooral is a female lizardfolk who is known in the region as being a skilled harness maker. She appears battle-ready.
  • Haatlleu Hunithwaker is a female drow who is known in the region as being a mediocre jeweler. She appears deluded.
  • Cone Leagalow is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a gifted weaponsmith. He appears unreliable.
  • Abalenanae Swiftwake is a male drow who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled chandler. He appears melancholy.
  • S'hoorzor se Khalzin is a male lizardfolk who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled lawyer. He appears nervous.
  • Bip is a male kobold who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled mercenary. He appears helpful.
  • S'herzin ahn S'hoorzin is a female lizardfolk who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked blacksmith. She appears territorial.
  • Elanus Mistrangli is a female minotaur who is known in the world as being a renowned entertainer. She appears chatty.
  • Vit is a female kobold who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled official. She appears impatient.
  • Surpkaro is an androgynous troglodyte who is known in that part of town as being a gifted magic dealer. It appears apologetic.
  • Haavariyn Maernriver is a female drow who is known in the city as being a gifted librarian. She appears sick.
  • Vothraz is a male troglodyte who is known in the world as being a decent magic dealer. He appears scattered.
  • Git is a male kobold who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled timberwright. He appears trusting.
  • Gheal se Ghezin is a female lizardfolk who is known in the region as being a skilled professor. She appears nervous.
  • Yerzor se Khalzin is a female lizardfolk who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled watercarrier. She appears solemn.
  • Iltlleu Fireweave is a male drow who is known in the world as being a mediocre ostler. He appears grieving.
  • Ghrikaro is a male troglodyte who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled social worker. He appears shifty.
  • Bedeine Millmidge is a female halfling who is known in the city as being a skilled hatmaker. She appears forgetful.
  • Ceeraz is a female troglodyte who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled baker. She appears patriotic.
  • Erinma Spiritwind is a male minotaur who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled mason. He appears violent.
  • Brosoe Entracaller is a female minotaur who is known in the city as being a decent baker. She appears quiet.
  • Beaual Rivercloud is a female minotaur who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled jeweler. She appears nihilistic.
  • Erriglleu Rootdawn is a female drow who is known in the neighborhood as being a legendary professor. She appears nihilistic.
  • Ellentars Bladebreeze is a male drow who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent librarian. He appears deluded.
  • S'herzin heh Ghezor is a male lizardfolk who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled sculptor. He appears patronizing.
  • Khalal teh S'hoorzor is a female lizardfolk who is known in the world as being a decent bookseller. She appears lovelorn.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Zol, a prejudiced female kobold. She is a wizard who is finding a long-lost sibling.
  • Kotg Bonesnapper, a smitten male half-orc. He is a wizard who is seeking healing for a crippling injury.
  • Klon'ith, a homesick male mindflayer. He is a wizard who is finding a long-lost friend.
  • Daney Antonton, a resentful male half-elf. He is a cleric who is seeking dishonest work.
  • Gaeellaen Windsun, a treasure-obsessed female elf. She is an expert who is delivering a message to a ruler.
  • Durril Drakechisel, an insecure female dwarf. She is a bard who is doing something nefarious.
  • Erlentel Dawnstride, a lonely female drow. She is a druid who is finding a missing nemesis.
  • Falmirado Wetwart, a fashion concious female halfling. She is a barbarian who is finding a long-lost parent.
  • Ceeg, an intimidated female troglodyte. She is a wizard who is seeing the world.
  • Thzz'ith, a gosipy male mindflayer. He is an expert who is finding a missing map.
  • Xrods Giantgloom, a cautious male goblin. He is a commoner who is on a mission from the gods.
  • Sszril, a patriotic male mindflayer. He is an expert who is traveling the world as an unemployed specialist.
  • Morrim Jetmail, a vengeful male half-dwarf. He is a commoner who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Ghabal Rockroot, an attentive female ogre. She is a commoner who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Tils, a mocking female troglodyte. She is a sorcerer who is doing something impossible.
  • Jam Briett, a cautious female half-elf. She is a commoner who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Doap Oxsnout, an exhausted male ogre. He is a bard who is seeking healing for a crippling injury.
  • Ceeraz, an idealistic female troglodyte. She is a bard who is finding work as a healer.
  • Goeina Kazisplitter, a nervous male minotaur. He is a wizard who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Halelltel Silverheart, a cowed male drow. He is an expert who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Big Ladburg Ridge:

  • The Lazy Dog Shop [+]
  • The Raging Elves Arena [+]
  • The Wobblin' Urchin Hostel [+]
  • The Plaid Badger Hostel [+]
  • The Slade Cavern Charity [+]
  • The Victorious Knife Inc. [+]
  • The Last Jane Hats Shop [+]
  • The Blabbering Troll Inc. [+]
  • The Slippery Darkroot Textiles [+]
  • The Wobbling Maiden Roofing [+]
  • The Fawning Frog Inc. [+]
  • The Lost Flask Inc. [+]
  • The Gelded Hearthstone High School [+]
  • The Green Giant Pottery House [+]
  • The Stinky Baiter Color Shop [+]
  • The Slaughtered Cavern Charity [+]
  • The Smithy Thug Bakery [+]
  • The Lost Harpoon Inc. [+]
  • The Robber Silver Inc. [+]
  • The New Jane Glove Makers [+]
  • The Merry Dwarves Brewery [+]
  • The Lazy Axe Cart Repairs [+]
  • The Wandering Knife Grave Diggers [+]
  • The Short Kettles Book Smith [+]
  • The Hungry Eagle House of Law [+]
  • The Furious Bunch Elementary School [+]