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Welcome to Cranpool!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 16,222
  • Children: 26.09% (4,233)
  • Elderly: 14.50% (2,352)

Racial Breakdown

  • 9,474 mindflayer (58.4%)
  • 6,668 dwarf (41.1%)
  • 80 other (0.4%)

Misc.

  • 10 Districts
  • 319 Businesses
  • 2,488 Specialists
  • 1,733 Residences

Summary [-]

Cranpool is a large city in the Kinran Territory with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (26,805/sq km), covers 0.61 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 881 meters.

Climate [-]

Cranpool 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 breezy and the temperature is generally mild with moderate variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Cranpool sees a single star overhead: Kroc, a small red star. Cranpool also has a double moon: Proro, a supermassive briliant silver moon and Chaka, a massive bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a polished limestone wall that is 8 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.46 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 6 roads leading to Cranpool; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with well-maintained cobblestone paths in a wheel and spoke pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, wealthy, entertainment, trade, slums, poor, arena, shops, and professional.

Government [-]

Cranpool is governed through a totalitarian government, where the government subordinates individuals by controlling all political and economic matters, as well as the attitudes, values, and beliefs. The government as a whole is seen as minimally competent. Officials in Cranpool are often seen as honorable and the policies are despised. The political influence of Cranpool in the region is steady due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Cranpool is ruled by Overlord Snorrim Starmace. The Overlord has been in power for many years and is praised by the people. There is strong opposition to the Overlord and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained through vague promises and a constant state of hope.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a police, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a kangaroo court, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is unheard of. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.49% of the population (79 adults).

Military [-]

Cranpool has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2149 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1094 (6.75%). Of the active duty military, 96 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and polished wall, Cranpool is terribly fortified. Cranpool fighters are mocked for their use of butterfly swords in battle. They are praised for their guerrilla warfare and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Cranpool is currently failing.

Resources [-]

Cranpool is known for the following resources:

  • Scant bee hives that are feared by kittens.
  • Substantial coconut harvests that are visited frequently by travelers. Rumors tell of bags of saphires in a tomb nearby.
  • Pigment deposits that are visited frequently by zombies. One might find a stash of diamonds in a well.
  • Paltry quail bevies that are hunted by townspeople. Somoeone said someone found a chest containing iron maidens in a tomb nearby.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In days gone by, a spirit named Obdd wandered the world. Commoners say that if you face him, you will be eaten alive.
  • Legends tell of Logar's Beans, a legendary beans with the capability to disappear on its own. It mysteriously disappeared.
  • Legends tell of Joey's Cauldron, a possessed cauldron with the capability to summon angels. It has been lost for ages.

Events [-]

Cranpool is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • A passing Wizard is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Experienced professionals only. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Mickic Chaing if interested.
  • Help! Hearty souls needed to recover stolen keg. Reward is a secret. Guild membership required. Contact Mickry Wilrell.
  • Looking for work? Klobog Armbreaker has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Duk Bearroot.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Prarrrl.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will pay in gold. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Erriginne Skywaker.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward is a secret. Contact Ush Rocksnout if intrigued.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Elina Hillsleep.
  • Looking for work? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will pay in gold. Contact Zat if intrigued.
  • Help Needed: I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Tgbok Cleaverhand.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will pay in gold. Contact Jam Petrord.
  • Looking for work? Someone stole my tomatoes. Find the louse, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Kubdud Legkiller.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Xtog Dreadgloom to learn more.
  • Help! I have gremlins in my basement, plz halp! Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Belnallas Frostwind.
  • Wanted: Looking for something new? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen family heirloom. Reward available. Contact Ilvarava Shadowshadow.
  • Need a change of pace? Someone stole my key. Find the louse, dead or alive. May include some hazards. Must submit to background check. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Surpra.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome brain moles required. Length of job expected to be short. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Dan Gilton.
  • Help! Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Safety not guaranteed. References required. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Danry Whitan if interested.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will pay in gold. Contact Joes Marall.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward is a secret. Contact Snorgin Opalknee.

People [-]

The people in Cranpool accept outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Vesspne is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled brewer. He appears pious.
  • Blom is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a mediocre saddler. He appears authoritarian.
  • Gorrun Dullsword is a female dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled glovemaker. She appears giddy.
  • Klonre is a male mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled bowyer. He appears quiet.
  • Ssz'toor is a male mindflayer who is known in the world as being a mocked potter. He appears greedy.
  • Balnir Opalmouth is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a decent salter. He appears shifty.
  • Durkon Beartracker is a male dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre chandler. He appears egotistical.
  • Bloth is a male mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a skilled haymerchant. He appears nihilistic.
  • Lobin Darkcloak is a female dwarf who is known in the world as being a decent bookseller. She appears fashion concious.
  • Throbor Crystalcastle is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled engineer. He appears guarded.
  • Hutra is an androgynous mindflayer who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled bleacher. It appears trusting.
  • Chtum is a female mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned weaponsmith. She appears healthy.
  • Balrun Gravelmine is a male dwarf who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled rugmaker. He appears authoritarian.
  • Blorall is a male mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a skilled harness maker. He appears guilty.
  • Lorin Earthmug is a female dwarf who is known in the world as being a mediocre tavern. She appears insecure.
  • Mordin Platinumaxe is a female dwarf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled interpreter. She appears smug.
  • Merril is a female mindflayer who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled barber. She appears forgetful.
  • Abarun Ironbridge is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled dyer. He appears unreliable.
  • Mordal Smokechisel is a female dwarf who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled laborer. She appears jesterly.
  • Thzztra is a female mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled rugmaker. She appears clumsy.
  • Arril Clawstream is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a decent engineer. He appears deluded.
  • Prarrall is a female mindflayer who is known in the city as being a decent priest. She appears territorial.
  • Trellth is a male mindflayer who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled wagoneer. He appears boastful.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Eldo Highcaller, a guarded female halfling. She is a sorcerer who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Kzzar Wormgloom, a giddy female hobgoblin. She is a warrior who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Maltsy Geartonk, an egotistical female oddball. She is a commoner who is traveling the world as a beggar.
  • Dobal Bearfang, a greedy male ogre. He is a warrior who is fleeing overdue taxes.
  • Ilixthul, a sick male mindflayer. He is a fighter who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.
  • Darvarava Banniwhisper, a helpful male drow. He is a cleric who is finding work as a healer.
  • Rhubagh Skullcracker, a giddy male half-orc. He is a bard who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Mhuzgunk Armripper, a violent female half-orc. She is a cleric who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Thorond Ashring, an outlandish female half-dwarf. She is a rogue who is seeing the city.
  • Tillak, a cautious female troglodyte. She is an adept who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Fliauri Oatstride, a drunken female minotaur. She is a fighter who is seeing the world.
  • Jo MacBraster, an accusatory female lycanthrope. She is an adept who is following rumors of riches.
  • Mick Andrerson, a contrarian female half-dwarf. She is a wizard who is finding work as a merchant.
  • Xtemt Wormhowl, an egotistical female goblin. She is a warrior who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Yorond Brandythrone, a cautious male dwarf. He is a rogue who is cleaning out a slum.
  • Daap Bearsnout, an outlandish female ogre. She is an adept who is following a message from an angel.
  • Marakh Legbreaker, an outlandish female orc. She is a cleric who is here to secretly assassinate a peasant.
  • Jory Gilerson, a jesterly female human. She is a commoner who is cleaning out a monster infestation.
  • Serbornda Grubgulas, an embittered male halfling. He is an aristocrat who is traveling the world as an unemployed specialist.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Cranpool:

  • The Lecherous Well Glass Crafters [+]
  • The Drowned Mug Herbalist [+]
  • The Crimson Goblins Inc. [+]
  • The Victorious Ent Inc. [+]
  • The Merry Dungeon Beer Garden [+]
  • The Dirty Octopus City Guard [+]
  • The Drowned Helix Jewelers [+]
  • The Hanging Song Millers [+]
  • The Honest Swagger Druggist [+]
  • The Rampaging Troll Group [+]
  • The Sterling Ivy Studio [+]
  • The Wanton Elf Grave Diggers [+]
  • The Voluptuous Eagle Furs [+]
  • The Empty Three Money Changers [+]
  • The Rampaging Fig Amory [+]
  • The Voluptuous Hammer Furs [+]
  • The Colored Bucket General Mechandise [+]
  • The Short Dead Book Smith [+]
  • The Great Twins Scabbards [+]
  • The Short Nomad Book Smith [+]
  • The Snoring Dead Healing House [+]
  • The Wooden Swagger Lodge [+]
  • The Cardinal Mug Package Delivery [+]