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Welcome to Gilblag!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 4,583
  • Children: 12.79% (586)
  • Elderly: 23.98% (1,099)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,788 gnome (39%)
  • 1,270 dwarf (27.7%)
  • 688 halfling (15%)
  • 651 half-orc (14.2%)
  • 106 elf (2.3%)
  • 46 human (1%)
  • 34 other (0.7%)

Misc.

  • 6 Districts
  • 136 Businesses
  • 661 Specialists
  • 515 Residences

Summary [-]

Gilblag is a large town in the Walkryandy Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile large town is densely populated (8,247/sq km), covers 0.56 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 844 meters.

Climate [-]

Gilblag has a Arid Desert climate, which is characterized by a severe lack of precipitation over mostly warm temperatures, and has negligible seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally chilly with minor variation. Precipitation is non-existant, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Gilblag sees a single star overhead: Bec, a large orange star. Gilblag also has a single moon: Charodene, an average rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a weather-beaten brick partition that is 3 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.16 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Gilblag; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with crude cobblestone paths in a looped pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: embassy, market, mercy, wealthy, shops, and slums.

Government [-]

Gilblag is governed through a parliamentary government, where members are nominated to their positions by a parliament and can be dissolved by the parliament if it can no longer function. The government as a whole is seen as ruthlessly effective. Officials in Gilblag are often seen as unethical and the policies are revered. The political influence of Gilblag in the region is receding due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population turns against itself.

Leader [-]

Gilblag is ruled by Governor Dubel Bearroot. The Governor has been in power for several years and is mocked by the people. There is peaceful opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained through sheer willpower.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a grifters, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being community service.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.24% of the population (11 adults).

Military [-]

Gilblag has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 595 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 263 (5.75%). Of the active duty military, 20 (3.5%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and weather-beaten partition, Gilblag is spectacularly fortified. Gilblag fighters are ridiculed for their use of hand crossbows in battle. They are mocked for their guerrilla warfare and are considered admirably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Gilblag is currently shaky.

Resources [-]

Gilblag is known for the following resources:

  • A haunted tower inhabited by defenseless quails that are hunted by gru.
  • Scarce fresh cocoa bean fields that are feared by witches. Faettars Dirthstride said somoeone said someone found piles of rubies in a tomb nearby.
  • New hemp bales that are frequented by travelers. Mick VanClayleton said somoeone said someone found a chest containing iron maidens in a dungeon.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Many years ago, the constable of Archtow lived in harmony. Things were peaceful, but one day an evil ghoul named Turinand Oatkos took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The constable tried to stop the ghoul, but were caught. Along came a smug lizardfolk named Khalzor se S'herzin, who was a valiant knight. Khalzor had the thought to slay the ghoul by killing the ghoul while he slept. When Khalzor se S'herzin faced the ghoul, Khalzor se S'herzin tricked Turinand Oatkos and was killed in the process.
  • In the days of yore, a murderer named Vab frequented the town at dusk. Villagers say that if you see him, you will be killed.
  • Legends tell of Torvin's Hat, a legendary hat with the capability to speak for itself. It was stolen from a locked vault.
  • In days gone by, an old woman wandered the field during the summer solstice. Villagers say that the old woman will ask for your help, then eat you.
  • Long, long ago, a spirit named Pok roamed the region. People say that if you hear him, you will be eaten alive.

Events [-]

Gilblag is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Wanted: pig wrestling contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Yerssen seh S'herzor.
  • I'm looking for rare rabbits, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will pay in gold. No pay until task is completed successfully. Serious inquiries only. Contact Kzeb Darkgloom.
  • Help! Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Raggash Skullcrusher.
  • Paladin seeks apprentice. Reward available. Prior experience required. Contact Tboten Damncutter to learn more.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Daney Kleinwood for more details.
  • Wanted: Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather certain supplies due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Will reward you with valuable information. Guild membership required. Contact Morbin Sunstream.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Thordor Oatale if interested.
  • Bored? Require an instructor learned in alchemy to tutor my child. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Abahiaanae Rilynnwing for more information.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Accidental Death insurance required. Reward available. Contact Alehiassa Skysun if interested.
  • Looking for something new? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather certain herbs due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Length of job expected to be short. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Danes Broerson.
  • Missing lucky stone. We suspect darkmantles are the culprit. Reward available. Contact Haatiyn Dawnfeather.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. No pay until task is completed successfully. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Grumdal Amberback for more information.
  • Needed: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward is a priceless heirloom. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Donry Carrough for more information.

People [-]

The people in Gilblag despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Beawan Tinkerfiz is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a decent shoemaker. He appears jolly.
  • Elgoldne Sproutmidge is a male halfling who is known in that part of town as being a renowned ropemaker. He appears beligerent.
  • Torrette Gyrosprocket is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled bucklemaker. He appears melancholy.
  • Mick Antonson is a male human who is known in the region as being a gifted alchemist. He appears forgetful.
  • Torwan Cogglebit is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled ostler. He appears contrarian.
  • Nur Skullbreaker is a male half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked official. He appears fashion concious.
  • Babmida Electrocog is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled teacher. She appears gluttonous.
  • Serdi Forestbot is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a renowned tanner. He appears shifty.
  • Rrozakh Backcrusher is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a mocked entertainer. She appears lonely.
  • Lobor Quartzhair is a male dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent coach driver. He appears egotistical.
  • Barrin Dullsmasher is an androgynous dwarf who is known in the city as being a decent roofer. It appears shifty.
  • Lartava Bladeweaver is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled seamstress. He appears clumsy.
  • Dave Matall is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a decent woodseller. She appears solemn.
  • Ilyelltars Wavesight is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled chandler. She appears shifty.
  • Delelliyn Sunmight is a male elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled warehouse worker. He appears forbidding.
  • Mick Stanman is an androgynous human who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled glovemaker. It appears vengeful.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Alliina Wobbbun, a quiet male gnome. He is a warrior who is seeking dishonest work.
  • Done Stanford, a chatty male human. He is a commoner who is fleeing the law.
  • Kabd Neckcracker, a pacifistic female half-orc. She is a fighter who is finding a long-lost sibling.
  • Mickry Colridge, a flirtatious female human. She is an expert who is finding work as a spy.
  • Adaton Tiddlygadget, a nihilistic androgynous gnome. It is a paladin who is seeing the city.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Gilblag:

  • The Cardinal Monk Farms [+]
  • The Punchin' Darkroot Locksmith [+]
  • The Great Dog Sheath Store [+]
  • The Voluptuous Priest Stockyard [+]
  • The Splintered Monk Shoes [+]
  • The Wild Ivy Inpirationsl Waters [+]
  • The Blabbering Pipe Inc. [+]
  • The Refuge Pig Inc. [+]
  • The Twisted Bunch Enchanters [+]
  • The Prancing Mead Our Motto Is the Buckle Stops Here [+]
  • The Wild Hall Bath House [+]
  • The Severed Pig Candle Maker [+]
  • The Puking Song Locksmith [+]
  • The Yellow Fox Junkyard [+]
  • The Splintered Dragon Shoes Inc. [+]
  • The Highlighted Whisper Magic Eye Piece [+]