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Welcome to Burtrard!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 367
  • Children: 26.70% (98)
  • Elderly: 13.90% (51)

Racial Breakdown

  • 275 human (74.9%)
  • 46 dwarf (12.5%)
  • 45 half-orc (12.2%)
  • 1 other (0.2%)

Misc.

  • 3 Districts
  • 12 Businesses
  • 14 Specialists
  • 39 Residences

Summary [-]

Burtrard is a hamlet in the Cenkanor Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest hamlet is lightly populated (602/sq km), covers 0.61 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 881 meters.

Climate [-]

Burtrard has a Tropical Seasonal Forest climate, which is characterized by constant high temperatures and seasonal torrential rains, and has hot, rainy and cool seasons. Winds in the region are non-existent and the temperature is generally pleasant with high variation. Precipitation is non-existant, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Burtrard sees a single star overhead: Wox, a massive blue star. Burtrard also has no moons. In the night sky, you see a celestial object: an imposing black hole that has been around for only a few years.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Burtrard; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with rough dirt roads in an irregular pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: wealthy, trade, and professional.

Government [-]

Burtrard is governed through a totalitarian government, where the government subordinates individuals by controlling all political and economic matters, as well as the attitudes, values, and beliefs. The government as a whole is seen as satisfactory. Officials in Burtrard are often seen as underhanded and the policies are mocked. The political influence of Burtrard in the region is thriving due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population squabbles amongst themselves.

Leader [-]

Burtrard is ruled by Boss Anraz. The Boss has been in power for several decades and is despised by the people. There is violent opposition to the Boss and policies. The right to rule was granted by foreign imposition, and that power is maintained by strict laws and corrupt guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a roving thieves, who can be bribed. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being execution.

Crime [-]

Crime is rampant. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 1.09% of the population (4 adults).

Military [-]

Burtrard has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 52 citizens (14.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 20 (5.5%). Of the active duty military, 2 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and lack of defensible wall, Burtrard is suitably fortified. Burtrard fighters are respected for their use of guisarmes in battle. They are hated for their rigid formations and are considered tolerably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Burtrard is currently crumbling.

Resources [-]

Burtrard is known for the following resources:

  • Vast guano banks that are visited frequently by travelers.
  • Vast rock salt deposits that are visited frequently by witches. One might dig up piles of rubies hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Erlentars' Coin, a legendary coin with the capability to cause others to fall asleep. It mysteriously disappeared.
  • Once upon a time, the constable of Gullman lived in peace. Things were good, but one day Xodus Ironshredder the wizard destroyed a nearby village. The constable tried to stop the wizard, but were caught. Along came Dan Goodston the lycanthrope, who was a skilled storyteller. Dan had a plan to trick the wizard by using magic to banish it. When Dan Goodston faced the wizard, Dan Goodston tricked Xodus Ironshredder and rescued the hostages.
  • Legends tell of Meride's Lasso, a possessed lasso with the knack to speak for itself. It disappeared after an attack by bandits.

Events [-]

Burtrard is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Looking for work? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Clapinand Cloudgan.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Aristocrat seeks apprentice. Reward is a secret. Contact Xrods Wormwiser.
  • Help Wanted: Looking for something new? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward available. Contact Dane VanMatsford.
  • Help! Someone stole my bracelet. Find the louse, dead or alive. Reward is a secret. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact Dzueb Dreadrender.
  • A passing Fighter is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a secret. Contact Balrim Coalbarrel.
  • Needed: I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact S'herssen se S'herzor.
  • Yerssen seh Khalal has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward available. Contact Nat.

People [-]

The people in Burtrard accept outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Thronir Stoneshield is a female dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled seamstress. She appears exhausted.
  • Jamic Giacocombe is a male half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a decent beer seller. He appears mopey.
  • Mick Jackill is a male human who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled ostler. He appears unreliable.
  • Jamry Martihews is a male human who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled glassmaker. He appears gosipy.
  • Balbin Wisechisel is a female dwarf who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled watercarrier. She appears accusatory.
  • Grumrun Saltstone is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a mediocre barber. He appears violent.
  • Jame Blackin is a female human who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted alchemist. She appears easily offended.
  • Dav Stone is a male human who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled weaponsmith. He appears worrying.
  • Grimgan Lightleg is a female dwarf who is known in the city as being a mediocre potter. She appears gluttonous.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Gwanallas Auvreawaker, a trusting male half-elf. He is a monk who is delivering a message to a peasant.
  • Elalenava Kennyrstryke, a forbidding female drow. She is a druid who is following rumors of riches.
  • Ghak Oakfang, a homesick female ogre. She is a druid who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Burtrard:

  • The Lascivious Princess Hats Shop [+]
  • The Squalid Nomad Shoes Inc. [+]
  • The Weary Snake Rug Shop [+]
  • The Knotted Darkroot Inc. [+]
  • The Violet Wine Farm [+]
  • The Wobbling Tree Construction [+]
  • The Northern Mug Bags [+]
  • The Dancing Monk Inc. [+]
  • The Sleeping Tower Inc. [+]