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Welcome to Eldonden!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 28,666
  • Children: 20.50% (5,876)
  • Elderly: 18.50% (5,303)

Racial Breakdown

  • 12,814 minotaur (44.7%)
  • 10,320 troglodyte (36%)
  • 2,924 bugbear (10.2%)
  • 1,663 gnome (5.8%)
  • 488 drow (1.7%)
  • 457 other (1.5%)

Misc.

  • 7 Districts
  • 532 Businesses
  • 4,404 Specialists
  • 3,605 Residences

Summary [-]

Eldonden is a metropolis in the Donlakish County with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate metropolis is densely populated (29,780/sq km), covers 0.96 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 1105 meters.

Climate [-]

Eldonden 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 mild and the temperature is generally chilly with strong variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Eldonden sees a single star overhead: Krok, an average yellow star. Eldonden also has a double moon: Prodo, an average dull brown moon and Chata, an average light blue moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a solid mud brick rampart that is 2 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 4.76 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Eldonden; no roads are major. The city is lined with well-maintained dirt tracks in a wheel and spoke pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, racial, warehouse, entertainment, trade, professional, and industry.

Government [-]

Eldonden is governed through an absolute monarchy, where the monarch rules unhindered. The government as a whole is seen as clearly incompetent. Officials in Eldonden are often seen as equitable and the policies are honored. The political influence of Eldonden in the region is unwavering due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population gives up their freedom in exchange for security.

Leader [-]

Eldonden is ruled by Shah Basleana Dawngath. The Shah has been in power for several years and is ridiculed by the people. There is strong opposition to the Shah and policies. The right to rule was granted by consensus, and that power is maintained through financial oppression.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a crime mobs, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 0.56% of the population (161 adults).

Military [-]

Eldonden has a positive attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 3869 citizens (13.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1719 (6%). Of the active duty military, 145 (3.75%) are special forces. Due to their positive attitude and solid rampart, Eldonden is terribly fortified. Eldonden fighters are much loved for their use of scimitars in battle. They are praised for their hoarde tactics and are considered perfectly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Eldonden is currently healthy.

Resources [-]

Eldonden is known for the following resources:

  • Chinchilla colonies that are feared by witches. Thugtbub Backsnapper said the locals speak of a chest containing silver buried near there.
  • Hemp bales that are visited frequently by wenches. The locals speak of a stash of penis sheathes buried near there.
  • A new grave yard inhabited by dangerous clams that are visited frequently by townspeople. Abatinne Miststryke said the locals speak of a stash of copper in a nearby pit.
  • A cursed castle inhabited by carnivorous bees that are visited frequently by vampires. Ada Montaman said one might find a chest containing copper buried near there.
  • Tame woodpecker descents that are feared by magic users. The locals speak of bags of monkey wrenches in a nearby pit.
  • A haunted castle inhabited by vampire woodpeckers that are feared by locals.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In days gone by, a spirit named Duap wandered the countryside. People say that if you confront him, you will be driven mad.
  • In the days of yore, the townsfolk of Lanshall thrived. Things were good, but one day a devil named Xturm Wormslay kidnapped a princess. The townsfolk tried to kill Xturm Wormslay, but failed miserably. Along came Zhugloz Headcracker the orc, who was a sneaky thief. Zhugloz had a plan to trick the devil by making a wager with Xturm Wormslay. When Zhugloz Headcracker faced the devil, Zhugloz Headcracker defeated Xturm Wormslay and rescued Lanshall.
  • Years ago, an old woman hunted the swamps. People say that the old woman will offer you sweets, then steal your soul.
  • Many years ago, the townsfolk of Keopool Green thrived. Things were always nice, but one day Ush Eaglebranch the cyclops took over the town. The townsfolk tried to stop the cyclops, but didn't get close. Along came Grumgan Redcastle the deep dwarf, who was a skilled storyteller. Grumgan had a plan to trick the cyclops by using magic to banish it. When Grumgan Redcastle faced the cyclops, Grumgan Redcastle tricked Ush Eaglebranch.

Events [-]

Eldonden is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Help Needed: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Bab Gyrobun.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Bornir Crunchmug if interested.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen shovel. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Grimgan Oatsmelter.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen goat. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Khalzin se Khalal for more details.
  • Missing shovel. We suspect rabbits are the culprit. Will pay in gold. Contact Tbot Darkhowl.
  • Wanted: Looking for something new? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Must provide your own transportation. Reward available. Contact Tulva Greaseblast.
  • Wanted: Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Falgan Orangekeep.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will owe you a huge favor. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Illvaraen Moonarrow.
  • I have bats in my basement, plz halp! Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Turdu Windnon to learn more.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward is a secret. Contact Mog Ogremurder.
  • I have quazits in my basement, plz halp! Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Kyrder Kaziganthi.
  • Adept seeks apprentice. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Reward available. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact Grimdor Shinytunnel.
  • Help Wanted: Hearty souls needed to recover stolen peg leg. Opportunity to earn a title. Safety not guaranteed. Contact S'herzin se Khalssen.
  • Needed: Bard seeks apprentice. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will owe you a huge favor. Discretion required. Contact S'herzin fe Ghezin for more details.
  • Bored? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will reward you with a land deed. May include some hazards. Contact Trot Ranthowl if intrigued.
  • Help! Want to earn some quick coin? Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Must not smell. May include some hazards. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Dan Whitworth for more information.
  • Needed: Someone stole my holy symbol. Find the louse, dead or alive. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Reward is a secret. Contact Danes Greencombe.
  • Looking for work? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will pay in gold. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Borrun Uglyneck if intrigued.
  • Wanted: Someone stole my chalice. Find the louse, dead or alive. No pay until task is completed successfully. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Aleartlleu Norrecloak.
  • Sorcerer seeks apprentice. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Abaond Whitehead.
  • Help Wanted: Bounty for rust rats, dead or alive. Must not smell. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Hecarinas Stormnon.

People [-]

The people in Eldonden love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Babgles Tiddlybolt is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a mediocre handyman. She appears accusatory.
  • Anra is a male troglodyte who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled smith. He appears territorial.
  • Ankaro is a female troglodyte who is known in the region as being a decent cobbler. She appears outlandish.
  • Ninlin Gearbun is an androgynous gnome who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled miller. It appears helpful.
  • Porzer is a male troglodyte who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled messenger. He appears nosy.
  • Gohrus Whitesplitter is a female minotaur who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled sheriff. She appears nihilistic.
  • Rugexn Oozedeath is a male bugbear who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled herbalist. He appears mocking.
  • Hesiki Skybreaker is a male minotaur who is known in that part of town as being a gifted tavern. He appears insecure.
  • Jun Fusefiz is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a gifted tinker. She appears jaded.
  • Xtomn Cleavergloom is a female bugbear who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled carpenter. She appears vengeful.
  • Allitsy Rocketgauge is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled bookbinder. He appears fashion concious.
  • Brkasr Evilhost is a female bugbear who is known in the region as being a legendary butcher. She appears drunken.
  • Faerigtel Duskingstrike is a male drow who is known in the city as being a decent woodseller. He appears apologetic.
  • Tulxie Greasesprocket is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled haymerchant. He appears authoritarian.
  • Tomby Gyrojet is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a skilled courtier. He appears easily offended.
  • Arurg Longganthi is a female minotaur who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled salter. She appears unreliable.
  • Vothka is a male troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled painter. He appears homesick.
  • Babley Thermoscope is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a decent soldier. She appears fashion concious.
  • Kzemt Metalbone is a female bugbear who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled potter. She appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Claper Darkthorn is a male minotaur who is known in the city as being a decent interpreter. He appears nosy.
  • Ghrikaro is a female troglodyte who is known in that part of town as being a decent innkeeper. She appears lonely.
  • Aeslenssa Brightbreeze is a female drow who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled pursemaker. She appears forbidding.
  • Gav Cobblegadget is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a decent roofer. She appears solemn.
  • Mal Wizzfuel is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled saddler. She appears skeptical.
  • Porka is a female troglodyte who is known in that part of town as being a decent bookbinder. She appears cowed.
  • Beason Thermocog is a female gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked bucklemaker. She appears drunken.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Joes Jackerton, an outlandish female human. She is an adept who is seeing the world.
  • Ceelak, an egotistical male troglodyte. He is a warrior who is delivering a message to a merchant.
  • Gobel Oaknut, a jolly female ogre. She is a warrior who is following rumors of riches.
  • Xuezn Blademaw, an outlandish male goblin. He is a commoner who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Tomina Electrojet, a conspirational female gnome. She is a cleric who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.
  • Zods Evilwiser, a smitten male hobgoblin. He is a warrior who is seeking dishonest work.
  • Dan Brocroft, a patriotic female human. She is a fighter who is on a mission from the gods.
  • Mickry Brierton, a healthy male half-orc. He is a rogue who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Rxet Greatcutter, a treasure-obsessed male bugbear. He is a sorcerer who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Surpka, a smitten female troglodyte. She is an aristocrat who is seeking thrills and adventure.
  • Elaas Thundervidol, a gambling male minotaur. He is a paladin who is following rediscovered ancient lore.
  • Flure, a melancholy female mindflayer. She is an expert who is cleaning out a slum.
  • Balril Drakehair, a lovelorn female half-dwarf. She is a fighter who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Dane Matgton, an idealistic female human. She is an aristocrat who is finding work as a healer.
  • Vothlak, an intimidating female troglodyte. She is a warrior who is here to destroy a rumor.
  • Grimond Amberfist, a lovelorn male dwarf. He is a rogue who is traveling the world as a pilgrim.
  • Rugerm Giantgloom, a battle-ready female goblin. She is a barbarian who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Borgin Crunchleg, a territorial female dwarf. She is an expert who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Chavaranae Windnight, a jesterly male elf. He is a commoner who is delivering a message to a scholar.
  • Nbomd Wormstomach, an efficient male hobgoblin. He is a bard who is traveling the world as an unemployed specialist.
  • James VanRosentone, a cowed female half-dwarf. She is an expert who is seeing the city.
  • Dan Chaham, a flirtatious male human. He is a ranger who is finding work as a healer.
  • Faelantars Feathermight, an insecure female elf. She is an expert who is fleeing from forced labor.
  • Thordin Dragoncairn, an authoritarian female dwarf. She is an expert who is finding a long-lost parent.
  • Alaartinne Broadsky, a conspirational female drow. She is a rogue who is traveling the world as a pilgrim.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Eldonden:

  • The Wiley Clowns Shop [+]
  • The Slade Hole Poor House [+]
  • The Fat Thunderbird Inc. [+]
  • The Gelded Hearthstone Military School [+]
  • The Robber Fireplace Inc. [+]
  • The Red Bunch Prison [+]
  • The Cloven Twins Inc. [+]
  • The Nomadic Cat Inc. [+]
  • The Sleepy Twins Cloth [+]
  • The Flaming Wagon Inc. [+]
  • The Dripping Darkroot Herbalist [+]
  • The Knotted Demon Inc. [+]
  • The Fiery Giant Shop [+]
  • The Violent Tower Inc. [+]
  • The Mended Eagle Barrels [+]
  • The Weary Clowns Rug Shop [+]
  • The Salty Troll Lumberyard [+]
  • The Orange Friends Shoppe [+]
  • The Northern Troll Inc. [+]
  • The Old Hole Bows R Us [+]
  • The Splintered Princess Shoes [+]
  • The Fallen Dwarf Inc. [+]
  • The Voluptuous Alicorn Stockyard [+]
  • The Refuge Urchin Gaol [+]
  • The Burly Heart Package Delivery [+]
  • The Sleeping Crow Inc. [+]