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Welcome to Blakeman!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 983
  • Children: 31.33% (308)
  • Elderly: 10.68% (105)

Racial Breakdown

  • 907 half-elf (92.2%)
  • 58 human (5.9%)
  • 18 other (1.8%)

Misc.

  • 2 Districts
  • 51 Businesses
  • 86 Specialists
  • 117 Residences

Summary [-]

Blakeman is a large village in the Berdin Region with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest large village is nominally populated (1,910/sq km), covers 0.51 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 805 meters.

Climate [-]

Blakeman has a Temperate Deciduous Forest climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and dry winters, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are strong and the temperature is generally cold with strong variation. Precipitation is heavy, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Blakeman sees a single star overhead: Sik, a small yellow star. Blakeman also has a single moon: Himaro, a massive light blue moon. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: a massive supernova that has been around for centuries and an imposing nebula that has been around for all eternity.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a sturdy oak fence 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 6 roads leading to Blakeman; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with pristine dirt tracks in a warped parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market and poor.

Government [-]

Blakeman is governed through a constitutional government, where an authoritative document sets forth the system of fundamental laws and limits of that government. The government as a whole is seen as slipshod. Officials in Blakeman are often seen as fair and the policies are revered. The political influence of Blakeman in the region is broadening due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population stages ineffective protests.

Leader [-]

Blakeman is ruled by Governor Gaevarssa Shadeform. The Governor has been in power for mere days and is loved by the people. There is open opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by consensus, and that power is maintained through sheer willpower.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city watch, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being maiming.

Crime [-]

Crime is rampant. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 1.32% of the population (13 adults).

Military [-]

Blakeman has a disinterested attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 142 citizens (14.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 61 (6.25%). Of the active duty military, 6 (4.25%) are special forces. Due to their disinterested attitude and sturdy fence, Blakeman is reasonably well fortified. Blakeman fighters are hated for their use of martial arts in battle. They are despised for their frenzied fighting and are considered suitably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Blakeman is currently calm.

Resources [-]

Blakeman is known for the following resources:

  • Substantial ancient pigment banks that are feared by townspeople.
  • Defenseless cobra quivers that are frequented by wenches. The locals speak of a stash of rubies in a well.
  • Paltry vampire spider clusters that are frequented by locals.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Kilth's Harp, a possessed harp with the power to solve any riddle. It has been lost for ages.
  • A long time ago, a Pooka roamed the countryside. Commoners say that the Pooka will sneeze three times, then banish you if you are cruel.

Events [-]

Blakeman is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Required: Want to earn some quick coin? Someone stole my statue. Find the louse, dead or alive. Must submit to background check. Will pay in gold. Contact Gkutok Brainbasher for more details.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Ruget Ogrebeast for more information.
  • Looking for something new? A passing Adept is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will pay in gold. Contact Gaerigthil Sunsky for more details.
  • Required: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Accidental Death insurance required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Pripair if interested.
  • Need a change of pace? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather a rat tail due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Gildan Electrowink if intrigued.
  • Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather rare lichen due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Larhiassa Broadstalker.
  • Help Wanted: Looking for something new? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Moba Neckkiller.
  • Expert seeks apprentice. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Ganthiest Oatmist if intrigued.
  • Need a change of pace? I have rabbits in my basement, plz halp! Mild danger may be involved. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Mick Moring.
  • Missing valuables. We suspect cockatrices are the culprit. Will reward you with valuable information. Serious inquiries only. Contact Jam Chrisley.

People [-]

The people in Blakeman despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Jory Blackll is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a legendary hatmaker. He appears loud.
  • Illvarai Evenmight is a female half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted miller. She appears solemn.
  • Jamic Rosenord is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre pastrycook. He appears scattered.
  • Dav Smithell is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a renowned glassmaker. She appears apologetic.
  • Faehiaava Skyglider is an androgynous half-elf who is known in the city as being a mediocre prostitute. It appears intimidating.
  • Dan Giacoman is a male human who is known in the world as being a decent timberwright. He appears gluttonous.
  • Jo Chrisfield is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a mediocre outfitter. He appears impatient.
  • Joey Martiter is a female half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled innkeeper. She appears helpful.
  • Dan Sheley is a male human who is known in that part of town as being a renowned tinker. He appears embittered.
  • Errigssa Frostarrow is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre tavern. He appears gosipy.
  • Darlanthil Killegale is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled messenger. He appears resentful.
  • Jamey Bernanson is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a gifted glovemaker. He appears embittered.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Darellai Auvrealeaf, an embittered female half-elf. She is a warrior who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Joey Briill, a conspirational male half-elf. He is a wizard who is finding a missing artifact.
  • Daves Roseliffe, an accusatory female half-elf. She is a commoner who is following rumors of riches.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Blakeman:

  • The Elven Mug Money Changers [+]
  • The Cardinal Grog Package Delivery [+]
  • The Colored Paladin Dry Goods [+]
  • The Blabbering Demon Inc. [+]
  • The Bottomless Fox Fish House [+]
  • The Wobblin' Road Hostel [+]
  • The Pink Dead Vinters [+]
  • The Happy Troll Mill [+]
  • The Frosty Crate Shrine [+]
  • The Fawning Flask Inc. [+]
  • The Dripping Wand Herbalist [+]
  • The Master Nomad Coop Hoop [+]