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Welcome to Goodhead!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 840
  • Children: 14.88% (125)
  • Elderly: 22.50% (189)

Racial Breakdown

  • 780 half-elf (92.8%)
  • 42 gnome (5%)
  • 11 human (1.3%)
  • 7 other (0.8%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 40 Businesses
  • 70 Specialists
  • 109 Residences

Summary [-]

Goodhead is a large village in the Mardinubia Region with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large village is nominally populated (1,935/sq km), covers 0.43 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 739 meters.

Climate [-]

Goodhead 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 strong and the temperature is generally unbearably cold with high variation. Precipitation is heavy, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Goodhead sees a single star overhead: Sir, an average white star. Goodhead also has a single moon: Himaka, an average pale yellow moon. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: a massive pulsar that has been around for time immemorial and an imposing galaxy that has been around for centuries.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed stone wall that is 11 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.93 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Goodhead; no roads are major. The city is lined with pristine dirt tracks in a looped pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: mercy, wealthy, trade, professional, and civic.

Government [-]

Goodhead 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 somwhat capable. Officials in Goodhead are often seen as virtuous and the policies are feared. The political influence of Goodhead in the region is thriving due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population overcomes their differences.

Leader [-]

Goodhead is ruled by Governor Uduk Rockmane. The Governor has been in power for mere hours and is loved by the people. There is hostile opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by divine will, and that power is maintained through the acclaim of the nobles.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a local thugs, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being maiming.

Crime [-]

Crime is unheard of. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 1.31% of the population (11 adults).

Military [-]

Goodhead has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 121 citizens (14.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 60 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 5 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and destroyed wall, Goodhead is reasonably well fortified. Goodhead fighters are hated for their use of unarmed combat in battle. They are despised for their frenzied fighting and are considered suitably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Goodhead is currently growing.

Resources [-]

Goodhead is known for the following resources:

  • Plentiful clay deposits that are visited frequently by children. The locals speak of bags of small lyres in a well.
  • A blessed castle inhabited by poisonous chinchillas that are hunted by zombies. The locals speak of piles of rubies in a nearby pit.
  • A cursed battle field inhabited by tame cobras that are hunted by children. The locals speak of a chest containing iron maidens in a nearby pit.
  • An ancient shrine inhabited by poisonous parrots that are hunted by kittens. Rumors tell of a chest containing silver in a nearby pit.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In olden times, an old man haunted the countryside every six years. Folks say that the old man will offer you sweets, then eat you.
  • Some time ago, the townsfolk of Lawber thrived. Things were quiet, but one day an evil devil named Elhg slayed a local hero. The townsfolk tried to stop the devil, but failed miserably. Along came Charigava Brightrose the elf, who was an expert bowman. Charigava had the thought to slay the devil by making a wager with Elhg. When Charigava Brightrose faced the devil, Charigava Brightrose banished Elhg and was killed in the process.
  • In times past, the constable of Holy Falkdale Ridge lived in peace. Things were good, but one day Rugzar Foulbone the serial killer kidnapped a princess. The constable tried to stop the serial killer, but were caught. Along came a bugbear named Itgab Moknor The Black, who was a sneaky thief. Itgab had a plan to trick the serial killer by making a wager with Rugzar Foulbone. When Itgab Moknor The Black faced the serial killer, Itgab Moknor The Black defeated Rugzar Foulbone and was killed in the process.
  • Legends tell of Aeshiaiyn's Shoes, a magical shoes with the capability to grant wishes. It was last seen years ago.
  • Legends tell of Ervaraen's Crown, a magical crown with the capability to disappear on its own. It has been lost for ages.

Events [-]

Goodhead is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Required: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will pay in gold. Contact Tomrette Electrosprocket.
  • ultimate fighting contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will pay in gold. Contact Tohn Youngkos.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. No previous experience required. Mild danger may be involved. Reward available. Contact Gheal seh Yerzor for more information.
  • lizards-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Length of job expected to be short. Reward available. Contact Zrosum Armnor.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Davic Danmell for more details.
  • Needed: I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Rbexn Braindeath.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will pay in gold. Contact Dzuods Damndoom.
  • Wanted: Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Grumbor Tigergrave.
  • Wanted: Lobul Goldvault has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Snorgar Starsapper.
  • Required: I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Jamey Dilham for further details.

People [-]

The people in Goodhead despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Aesleninne Dawnsworn is an androgynous half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre roofer. It appears worrying.
  • Erlenaen Leafglider is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled grocer. She appears greedy.
  • Davic Davrough is a male human who is known in the world as being a mediocre actor. He appears boastful.
  • Cotwan Cobblescope is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a mediocre lumberjack. She appears nervous.
  • Faelanava Longshine is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled locksmith. She appears homesick.
  • Faelanlleu Keenwater is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent innkeeper. He appears gosipy.
  • Tor Tiddlygauge is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a decent saddler. He appears pious.
  • Haalanaen Hawkwhisper is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled mercer. He appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Arnlin Wobbbun is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a decent lumberjack. She appears fashion concious.
  • Carkey Thermobit is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled pursemaker. He appears impatient.
  • Joey Corngham is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a gifted bounty hunter. She appears healthy.
  • Gil Wizzfuel is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a mediocre hatmaker. She appears grieving.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Doney Rosetone, a nosy male human. He is a ranger who is delivering a message to a ruler.
  • Wiz Wizzbit, an outlandish male gnome. He is a commoner who is on a mission to capture someone.
  • Mick Gilstone, an easily offended female half-elf. She is a commoner who is on a mission to capture someone.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Goodhead:

  • The Wild Kraken Bath House [+]
  • The Naughty Wagon Gloves [+]
  • The Strangled Lotus General Merchandise [+]
  • The Nomadic Riverside Inc. [+]
  • The Red Bucket Prison [+]
  • The Ruby Ulcer Inc. [+]
  • The Dripping Pig Herbalist [+]
  • The Wrong Rooster Worship House [+]
  • The Crimson Stump Inc. [+]
  • The Northern Pig Inc. [+]
  • The Snoring Silver Healers [+]
  • The Shining Swagger Book Smith [+]