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Welcome to Grafstein!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 75,045
  • Children: 15.60% (11,707)
  • Elderly: 22.00% (16,509)

Racial Breakdown

  • 35,872 minotaur (47.8%)
  • 28,142 half-elf (37.5%)
  • 10,807 halfling (14.4%)
  • 224 other (0.2%)

Misc.

  • 12 Districts
  • 1,329 Businesses
  • 11,659 Specialists
  • 7,763 Residences

Summary [-]

Grafstein is a capitol in the Cenman Domain with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate capitol is sparsely populated (1,201/sq km), covers 62.49 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 8919 meters.

Climate [-]

Grafstein 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 non-existent and the temperature is generally cool with moderate variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Grafstein sees a single star overhead: Krok, an average blue star. Grafstein also has a double moon: Prodomos, a large bone white moon and Spota, a large pale yellow moon. In the night sky, you see a celestial object: a tiny black hole that has been around for decades.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a solid Iron barrier that is 15 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 35.87 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 7 roads leading to Grafstein; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with well-maintained cobblestone streets in a grid pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, military, entertainment, trade, prison, industry, slums, racial, fine shops, arena, shops, and professional.

Government [-]

Grafstein 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 mostly sufficient. Officials in Grafstein are often seen as reasonable and the policies are loved. The political influence of Grafstein in the region is lasting due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population gives up their freedom in exchange for security.

Leader [-]

Grafstein is ruled by President Tburm Nightkill. The President has been in power for many years and is despised by the people. There is forceful opposition to the President and policies. The right to rule was granted by constitution, and that power is maintained through financial oppression.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a local gangs, who can be bribed. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.61% of the population (461 adults).

Military [-]

Grafstein has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 10131 citizens (13.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 4690 (6.25%). Of the active duty military, 506 (5%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and solid barrier, Grafstein is badly fortified. Grafstein fighters are much loved for their use of swords in battle. They are praised for their hoarde tactics and are considered perfectly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Grafstein is currently failing.

Resources [-]

Grafstein is known for the following resources:

  • Vampire kitten glarings that are feared by kittens.
  • Pigment banks that are avoided by townspeople.
  • Abundant palm oil trees that are feared by zombies.
  • Magical kitten glarings that are feared by travelers. Elhka said somoeone said someone found a chest containing iron maidens in a well.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Some time ago, an old man hunted the region when the wind blows from the east. Some say that the old man will ask a favor of you, then sell you into slavery.
  • A long time ago, the constable of Deddale lived happily. Things were peaceful, but one day a devil named Dush Bearroot took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The constable tried to stop the devil, but didn't get close. Along came a dwarf named Ulkon Shinybridge, who was an expert bowman. Ulkon had a plan to trick the devil by causing a distraction while others struck. When Ulkon Shinybridge faced the devil, Ulkon Shinybridge killed the devil.
  • In times gone by, a murderer named Tbot stalked the woods and was drawn towards murderers. Villagers say that if you confront her, you will be stricken blind.
  • Many years ago, the townsfolk of Enfield lived in peace. Things were always nice, but one day Tilka the demon took over the town. The townsfolk tried to stop the demon, but didn't get close. Along came a hero named Tudun Rantcutter, who was a valiant knight. Tudun had the thought to slay the demon by causing a distraction while others struck. When Tudun Rantcutter faced the demon, Tudun Rantcutter banished Tilka.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a witch wandered the world and was drawn towards misbehaving children. Folks say that the witch will ask for your help, then turn you into a mouse.

Events [-]

Grafstein is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Bored? Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Surplak.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Ceeka.
  • Bored? I have bats in my basement, plz halp! Must provide your own transportation. Reward is a secret. Contact Tozog Backcracker.
  • Help Needed: I'm looking for rare squirrels, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will pay in gold. Contact Zhuzg Mokbreaker if interested.
  • Bored? I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Posh Oxbranch.
  • Help Needed: Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Must be quick on your feet. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Ertiyn Blackseeker.
  • Required: Want to earn some quick coin? Darleninne Floralmist has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward is a secret. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Uldor Ivorymug.
  • Cleric seeks apprentice. Will pay in gold. Contact Joey Burville.
  • Bounty for mephits, dead or alive. Reward available. Contact Throku Headnor The Strong.
  • Required: I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome brain moles required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Khalssen fe S'herzin.
  • Missing bottle of wine. We suspect rabbits are the culprit. No pay until task is completed successfully. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Daap Beartooth.
  • Wanted: A passing Adept is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will pay in gold. Must not smell. Contact Gabgles Cogglebun.
  • Need a change of pace? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will owe you a huge favor. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Barrim Crystaleye if interested.
  • Need a change of pace? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Length of job expected to be short. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Fal Highgoat.
  • I have grigs in my basement, plz halp! Reward is a secret. Contact Ertinne Brightsong.
  • Help Needed: I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome toads required. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Anka.
  • Bored? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Safety not guaranteed. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Grunbor Greaseyhill for more details.
  • Wanted: Looking for something new? Someone stole my ring of wishes. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will pay in gold. Contact Dan Antonord.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Serious inquiries only. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Mor Bigmurder for further details.
  • Help Wanted: Looking for work? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Opportunity to earn a title. May include some hazards. Contact Yeral teh Ghessen.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Must be a quick learner. Contact Illlentel Summereye.
  • Need a change of pace? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen golden skill. May include some hazards. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Khalal fe Khalzor if intrigued.
  • Help! Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Mordal Oattracker.

People [-]

The people in Grafstein despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Darriglleu Kennyrwhisper is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a mocked entertainer. She appears authoritarian.
  • Chatava Stargleam is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled smith. He appears scattered.
  • Jemlaca Clawvidol is a male minotaur who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted dyer. He appears mopey.
  • Illelliyn Whitemoon is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre tavern. He appears gosipy.
  • Toshli Wildwalker is a female minotaur who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled teamster. She appears homesick.
  • Cavus Borostride is a male minotaur who is known in the world as being a mediocre miller. He appears gosipy.
  • Fliatra Armichaser is a male minotaur who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled vintner. He appears insecure.
  • Elalaniyn Bladefeather is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled painter. She appears guilty.
  • Cyro Darkkos is a female minotaur who is known in the city as being a gifted doctor. She appears smitten.
  • Gorula Massinger is a male minotaur who is known in the world as being a skilled artist. He appears gosipy.
  • Dastnas Oatganthi is a female minotaur who is known in the city as being a skilled messenger. She appears giddy.
  • Davic Burard is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled apothecary. He appears boastful.
  • Ada Dalebough is a male halfling who is known in the region as being a decent sheriff. He appears loud.
  • Davic Ferne is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent maidservant. He appears resentful.
  • Faetlleu Duskingsong is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled chandler. He appears conspirational.
  • Hallenai Ravenfire is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent cobbler. He appears melancholy.
  • Elgrim Quetheart is a male halfling who is known in the region as being a decent official. He appears beligerent.
  • Calidu Grimstrider is a male minotaur who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled hatmaker. He appears prejudiced.
  • Darartlas Bladehelm is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a mediocre prostitute. She appears jesterly.
  • Tolda Flowburrow is a male halfling who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled actor. He appears scattered.
  • Percobine Firebread is a female halfling who is known in the world as being a decent tilemaker. She appears healthy.
  • Coly Shadowfield is a male halfling who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled harness maker. He appears authoritarian.
  • Elaban Zhacloud is a male minotaur who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled shipwright. He appears attentive.
  • Calio Domkan is a male minotaur who is known in the region as being a mediocre forester. He appears cowed.
  • Bedida Nimbleshaker is a male halfling who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled vintner. He appears mopey.
  • Chavaraen Eytherwind is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre specialty smith. He appears nervous.
  • Halfauri Darkchaser is a male minotaur who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled harness maker. He appears flirtatious.
  • Iltanae Brightgrove is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent bleacher. He appears drunken.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Maline Trillleaf, a patronizing female halfling. She is a monk who is traveling with an acting troupe.
  • Po Warmwart, a melancholy female halfling. She is an expert who is finding a long-lost sibling.
  • Falda Nimbleroarer, a fashion concious male halfling. He is an adept who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Hilly Teagalow, a spiteful male halfling. He is an expert who is finding a missing treasure.
  • Doney VanFerford, a mopey male half-elf. He is a wizard who is doing something secret.
  • Elel Goodward, a homesick male halfling. He is a rogue who is cleaning out a slum.
  • Jamic Sheman, a jesterly androgynous half-elf. It is a fighter who is following a message from an angel.
  • Done Smithman, a resentful male half-elf. He is a cleric who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Karanu Lagranchaser, a giddy female minotaur. She is an adept who is finding a missing treasure.
  • Don Davore, a fashion concious male half-elf. He is a wizard who is doing something nefarious.
  • Genlonith Darksoult, an attentive female minotaur. She is a wizard who is on a mission to capture someone.
  • Cairli Zhatalon, a self-obsessed female minotaur. She is a commoner who is seeing the world.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Grafstein:

  • The Divine Bunch Healers [+]
  • The Stumpy Bucket Security [+]
  • The Wobbling Dungeon Roofing [+]
  • The Lonely Axehandle Inc. [+]
  • The Greasy Yawning Sheath Store [+]
  • The Twin Harpoon Shop [+]
  • The Burly Eagle Mail Service [+]
  • The Dripping Iron Herbalist [+]
  • The Yellow Pony Depot [+]
  • The Sterling Kraken Studio [+]
  • The Six Paladin Dry Dock [+]
  • The Crippled Wolfhound Inc. [+]
  • The Shallow Swagger Saw Mill [+]
  • The Stowaway Darkroot General Store [+]
  • The Randy Hammer Amory [+]
  • The Drunken Three Jewelers [+]
  • The Tired Virgin Supplies [+]
  • The Sterling Wine Studio [+]
  • The Lonely Fig Inc. [+]
  • The Drunken Greyhound Jewelers [+]
  • The Voluptuous Hops Meats [+]
  • The Smiling Weasels Shop [+]
  • The Punchin' Weasels Locksmith [+]
  • The Wobbly Wagonhouse Inn [+]
  • The Ugly Hops Designs [+]
  • The Gritty Wagonhouse Wharf [+]
  • The Voluptuous Giant Farm [+]
  • The Cardinal Bill Farms [+]