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Welcome to Dakdorf!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 539
  • Children: 17.25% (93)
  • Elderly: 20.59% (111)

Racial Breakdown

  • 431 human (79.9%)
  • 68 gnome (12.6%)
  • 20 half-dwarf (3.7%)
  • 19 dwarf (3.5%)
  • 1 other (0.1%)

Misc.

  • 1 Districts
  • 22 Businesses
  • 32 Specialists
  • 70 Residences

Summary [-]

Dakdorf is a small village in the Ashem Province with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest small village is lightly populated (852/sq km), covers 0.63 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 895 meters.

Climate [-]

Dakdorf 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 cool with strong variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Dakdorf sees a single star overhead: Mec, a small orange star. Dakdorf also has no moons. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: an imposing nearby planet that has been around for time immemorial and an imposing black hole that has been around for centuries.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to Dakdorf; no roads are major. The city is lined with broken dirt roads in a wheel and spoke pattern.

Districts [-]

The city includes a mercy district.

Government [-]

Dakdorf is governed through an absolute monarchy, where the monarch rules unhindered. The government as a whole is seen as efficient. Officials in Dakdorf are often seen as virtuous and the policies are hated. The political influence of Dakdorf in the region is improving due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population squabbles amongst themselves.

Leader [-]

Dakdorf is ruled by Shah Grimrun Oilsmasher. The Shah has been in power for many years and is ridiculed by the people. There is public opposition to the Shah and policies. The right to rule was granted by revolution, and that power is maintained by secret police raiding homes in the dead of night.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a neighborhood watch, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being execution.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 1.11% of the population (6 adults).

Military [-]

Dakdorf has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 76 citizens (14.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 39 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 4 (5.5%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and lack of defensible wall, Dakdorf is suitably fortified. Dakdorf fighters are revered for their use of short spears in battle. They are hated for their rigid formations and are considered tolerably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Dakdorf is currently flourishing.

Resources [-]

Dakdorf is known for the following resources:

  • Clay deposits that are hunted by locals.
  • New coconut plantations that are avoided by kittens. Muln Entrachaser said one might find piles of silver in a nearby pit.
  • Plentiful vampire elephant parades that are feared by locals. Ellenanae Melitheye said rumors tell of piles of emeralds in a tomb nearby.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the days of yore, the constable of Big Albtle lived in harmony. Things were quiet, but one day Narurm Nightshredder the devil stole a priceless heirloom. The constable tried to stop the devil, but were caught. Along came Ghrig the troglodyte, who was a valiant knight. Ghrig had a plan to trick the devil by causing a distraction while others struck. When Ghrig faced the devil, Ghrig defeated Narurm Nightshredder.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, an old man hunted the countryside and was drawn towards those that have killed innocents. They say that the old man will ask a favor of you, then carry you away.
  • A long time ago, a hag wandered the swamps when the moon is new. Villagers say that the hag will offer you sweets, then carry you away.
  • Long ago, a Boogyman roamed the fields at dusk and was drawn towards misbehaving children. Folks say that the Boogyman will offer you sweets, then imprison you.

Events [-]

Dakdorf is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Someone stole my tiara. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Gaehiatars Skygleam.
  • Help! brain moles-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Mild danger may be involved. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Chalanava Bluearrow.
  • Help! Seeking inter-planar messenger. Must provide your own transportation. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Klonrr.
  • Wanted: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward available. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Chalenai Wishgleam.
  • Help Needed: Hearty souls needed to recover stolen gemstone. Will reward you with a land deed. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Khatzoz Legnor The Red.
  • A passing Bard is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Illlenlas Softsong to learn more.
  • Looking for something new? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather hydra blood due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Reward is a secret. Contact Gkutuk Brainbeast.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Gordor Quartzhall.

People [-]

The people in Dakdorf are critical of outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Hamton Rocketfuel is a female gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled weaver. She appears xenophobic.
  • Throag Drumbridge is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a mocked forester. She appears vengeful.
  • Jamic Franden is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled mercenary. She appears egotistical.
  • Davey Sheick is a male human who is known in that part of town as being a skilled ropemaker. He appears flirtatious.
  • Dones Francling is a female human who is known in the city as being a skilled bather. She appears forgetful.
  • Skakon Firevest is a female dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent watercarrier. She appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Arn Coggletonk is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled locksmith. He appears nosy.
  • Dav Martt is a male human who is known in the world as being a skilled navigator. He appears resentful.
  • Dones Tramham is a male human who is known in the world as being a mediocre bather. He appears intimidated.
  • Snorrim Crunchankle is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled plasterer. He appears jaded.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Faeartaen Melithglider, a solemn male elf. He is a commoner who is here to secretly assassinate a peasant.
  • Adahialleu Morningsing, a beligerent male elf. He is a commoner who is cleaning out a wealthy person.
  • Dane Harerley, a sick male human. He is an expert who is following the voices.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Dakdorf:

  • The Fawning Jane Inc. [+]
  • The Fallen Priest Inc. [+]
  • The Green Halflings Pottery House [+]
  • The Gelded Silver Middle School [+]
  • The Playful Dog Our Motto Is the Buckle Stops Here [+]
  • The Wobbling Beer Roofing [+]
  • The Blabbering Twins Inc. [+]
  • The Short Bull Shoppe [+]
  • The Crimson Road Inc. [+]
  • The Chipped Dead Inc. [+]