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Welcome to Alta Gilbon!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 11,531
  • Children: 12.44% (1,435)
  • Elderly: 24.25% (2,796)

Racial Breakdown

  • 4,382 lycanthrope (38%)
  • 2,307 minotaur (20%)
  • 2,145 kobold (18.6%)
  • 1,373 half-elf (11.9%)
  • 1,015 troglodyte (8.8%)
  • 193 other (1.6%)
  • 116 half-dwarf (1%)

Misc.

  • 7 Districts
  • 240 Businesses
  • 1,734 Specialists
  • 1,481 Residences

Summary [-]

Alta Gilbon is a city in the Fulkan District with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate city is densely populated (20,386/sq km), covers 0.57 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 851 meters.

Climate [-]

Alta Gilbon 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 mild with moderate variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Alta Gilbon sees a single star overhead: Cenus, an average yellow star. Alta Gilbon also has a double moon: Spolabos, a small pale yellow moon and Chale, a massive rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a crumbling rubble partition that is 2 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.75 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Alta Gilbon; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with even dirt roads in a linear pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, poor, warehouse, wealthy, shops, trade, and civic.

Government [-]

Alta Gilbon is governed through a communist government, where the state plans and controls the economy and a single party holds power. The government as a whole is seen as the pinnacle of inefficiency. Officials in Alta Gilbon are often seen as corrupt and nefarious and the policies are respected. The political influence of Alta Gilbon in the region is steadfast due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Alta Gilbon is ruled by President Brogar Silverbrooch. The President has been in power for mere hours and is despised by the people. There is forceful opposition to the President and policies. The right to rule was granted by forgery, and that power is maintained by strict laws and corrupt guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by an organized crime bosses, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by a council, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.43% of the population (50 adults).

Military [-]

Alta Gilbon has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 1527 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 605 (5.25%). Of the active duty military, 53 (3.5%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and crumbling partition, Alta Gilbon is abysmally fortified. Alta Gilbon fighters are mocked for their use of light mace in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered excellently skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Alta Gilbon is currently vibrant.

Resources [-]

Alta Gilbon is known for the following resources:

  • Rich poisonous bee hives that are hunted by magic users.
  • Magic rock salt fields that are feared by vampires. Logar Kindkeep said one might dig up bags of monkey wrenches in a well.
  • Many wild quail bevies that are avoided by gru. One might find piles of small lyres in a well.
  • Magical old amber deposits that are feared by locals. Ilylanaen Rilynnwhisper said one might find a chest containing emeralds in a well.
  • Tame kangaroo mobs that are visited frequently by townspeople.
  • Scant woodpecker descents that are visited frequently by locals. The locals speak of a stash of monkey wrenches buried near there.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times gone by, a demon named Gugan wandered the woods on rainy days. People say that if you caught her, you will die within 24 hours.
  • Legends tell of Chanalaen's Brooch, a legendary brooch with the ability to summon demons. It was last seen years ago.
  • Way back when, a wizard named Woure roamed the countryside during a full moon and was drawn towards acts of greed. Some say that if you face her, you will be stricken blind.
  • Way back when, an old man hunted the world and was drawn towards those that wronged others. Folks say that the old man will offer you sweets, then banish you if you are cruel.
  • Years ago, the royals of Calleron lived in harmony. Things were quiet, but one day an evil cyclops named Surpkaro destroyed a nearby village. The royals tried to kill Surpkaro, but didn't get close. Along came a quiet goblin named Troten Foulbone, who was a valiant knight. Troten had a plan to trick the cyclops by using magic to banish it. When Troten Foulbone faced the cyclops, Troten Foulbone banished Surpkaro and rescued Calleron.

Events [-]

Alta Gilbon is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Skagan Foekiller.
  • Need a change of pace? I have giant spiders in my basement, plz halp! A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Faehiaaen Orlehelm.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Hewton Wobbbun.
  • Need a change of pace? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome cockatrices required. Prior experience required. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Skabul Hawkmolder.
  • giant spiders-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will pay in gold. Contact Garag Clashingmead to learn more.
  • Missing painting. We suspect gremlins are the culprit. Will reward you with a land deed. Special attire required. Contact Be Kallishadow.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Xodeb Oozebasher for further details.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. No previous experience required. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Surpg.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen ring of wishes. Will pay in gold. Must be clean. Contact Rxomd Dreadbasher for further details.
  • I'm looking for rare feral cats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward available. Must not smell. Contact Mor Oozeshredder.
  • Needed: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Beava Tinkerblast for further details.
  • Bored? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward available. Contact Thordal Warsapper for more information.
  • Help! Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Anka.
  • Help Wanted: Want to earn some quick coin? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Tmzar Metaldoom.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Kurm Metalwiser.
  • Bored? bats-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward available. Contact Pomai Bandaheart.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen gemstone. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Joic Tramhouse.

People [-]

The people in Alta Gilbon despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Arest Runemane is a female minotaur who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled watercarrier. She appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Rap is a male kobold who is known in the world as being a renowned copyist. He appears thick.
  • Ceeg is a female troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent physician. She appears nervous.
  • Codtra Stoneganthi is a female minotaur who is known in the city as being a skilled specialty smith. She appears guilty.
  • Mickic Wilick is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled actor. He appears deluded.
  • Jory Corfield is a male lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a mediocre entertainer. He appears smug.
  • Ghrikaro is a female troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled plasterer. She appears accusatory.
  • Turtmos Mastalon is a female minotaur who is known in the region as being a decent apothecary. She appears resentful.
  • Cor is a female kobold who is known in the region as being a decent bucklemaker. She appears contrarian.
  • Ans is a female troglodyte who is known in the city as being a skilled watercarrier. She appears patronizing.
  • Delomana Youngspire is a male minotaur who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre bounty hunter. He appears healthy.
  • Mickry Blackson is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled banker. He appears smug.
  • Yop is a male kobold who is known in that part of town as being a decent tinker. He appears unreliable.
  • Alehiaanae Farsong is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled laborer. She appears jaded.
  • Foshstar Athstride is a male minotaur who is known in the region as being a mocked timberwright. He appears jolly.
  • Balrim Clashingbattler is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled soldier. She appears greedy.
  • Surpraz is a male troglodyte who is known in the city as being a gifted chickenbutcher. He appears unreliable.
  • Barond Starcutter is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled banker. She appears solemn.
  • Porra is a male troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled grocer. He appears fashion concious.
  • Jame Gilson is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a decent sculptor. She appears attentive.
  • Baiia Borogan is a female minotaur who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled jeweler. She appears egotistical.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Gozg, a forbidding female troglodyte. She is a cleric who is here to buy spices.
  • Besru Zhaak, an impatient male minotaur. He is a commoner who is traveling with an acting troupe.
  • Surpg, a battle-ready female troglodyte. She is a warrior who is delivering a message to a merchant.
  • Tils, a xenophobic female troglodyte. She is a rogue who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Ghrira, a quiet male troglodyte. He is a cleric who is delivering a message to a thug.
  • James Rosett, a battle-ready male lycanthrope. He is a monk who is fleeing overdue taxes.
  • Git, a prejudiced female kobold. She is a fighter who is seeing the city.
  • Joes Staland, a homesick female lycanthrope. She is a cleric who is following rumors of riches.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Alta Gilbon:

  • The Plaid Maiden Youth Hostel [+]
  • The Eastern Imps Wares [+]
  • The Desert Hammer Inc. [+]
  • The Mended Badger Coop Hoop [+]
  • The Drowned Tower Jewelers [+]
  • The Hungry Hops House of Law [+]
  • The Northern Swagger Inc. [+]
  • The Wiley Lion Shop [+]
  • The Drowned Pot Jewelers [+]
  • The Glaring Bunch Inc. [+]
  • The Sterling Hearthstone Sculptures [+]
  • The Orange Frog Firepit [+]
  • The Grizzly Cavern Inc. [+]
  • The Flaming Stump Inc. [+]
  • The Drowned Wagonhouse Herbalist [+]
  • The Puking Horse Locksmith [+]
  • The New Dog Inc. [+]
  • The Mulled Twins Pub [+]
  • The White Tree Inc. [+]
  • The Nomadic Heart Inc. [+]
  • The Slade Snake Charity [+]