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Welcome to Archburg Rapids!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 11,076
  • Children: 22.94% (2,541)
  • Elderly: 16.75% (1,855)

Racial Breakdown

  • 4,708 lycanthrope (42.5%)
  • 4,232 mindflayer (38.2%)
  • 1,762 gnome (15.9%)
  • 144 hobgoblin (1.3%)
  • 133 orc (1.2%)
  • 97 other (0.8%)

Misc.

  • 8 Districts
  • 238 Businesses
  • 1,667 Specialists
  • 1,277 Residences

Summary [-]

Archburg Rapids is a city in the Treboroupe Domain with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate city is densely populated (20,429/sq km), covers 0.54 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 829 meters.

Climate [-]

Archburg Rapids has a Dry-Summer Subtropical climate, which is characterized by warm and dry summers with mild and wet winters, and has prevernal, spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter seasons. Winds in the region are strong and the temperature is generally pleasant with moderate variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Archburg Rapids sees a single star overhead: Cek, a small brown star. Archburg Rapids also has a double moon: Spomemos, an average pale yellow moon and Chaka, an average rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a crumbling granite enclosure that is 10 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 80% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.37 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Archburg Rapids; 1 road is major. The city is lined with even dirt tracks in a random mesh pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, trade, industry, slums, fine shops, shops, and professional.

Government [-]

Archburg Rapids is governed through an absolute monarchy, where the monarch rules unhindered. The government as a whole is seen as adequate. Officials in Archburg Rapids are often seen as the epitome corruption and the policies are praised. The political influence of Archburg Rapids in the region is lasting due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Archburg Rapids is ruled by King Don Davidorth. The King has been in power for several decades and is loved by the people. There is strong opposition to the King and policies. The right to rule was granted by consensus, and that power is maintained through vague promises and a constant state of hope.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a police, but are rarely 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 murder. The imprisonment rate is 0.43% of the population (48 adults).

Military [-]

Archburg Rapids has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 1467 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 830 (7.5%). Of the active duty military, 69 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and crumbling enclosure, Archburg Rapids is abysmally fortified. Archburg Rapids 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 Archburg Rapids is currently weak.

Resources [-]

Archburg Rapids is known for the following resources:

  • Abundant defenseless dragon wiers that are hunted by magic users.
  • A new shrine inhabited by vampire kangaroos that are visited frequently by children. Guk Bearclaw said one might find piles of copper hidden around somewhere.
  • An old fort inhabited by carnivorous bees that are frequented by kittens. Somoeone said someone found a chest containing silver buried near there.
  • A new castle inhabited by vampire crows that are feared by locals. Somoeone said someone found a chest containing small lyres in a well.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In olden times, the constable of DeLiddshall Crest lived in harmony. Things were peaceful, but one day Porzer the wizard took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The constable tried to stop the wizard, but failed miserably. Along came a minotaur named Jakith Bloodfury, who was a sneaky thief. Jakith had a plan to trick the wizard by causing a distraction while others struck. When Jakith Bloodfury faced the wizard, Jakith Bloodfury banished Porzer.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, an old man roamed the woods. Commoners say that the old man will offer you sweets, then turn you into a mouse.
  • Legends tell of Zomn's Ring, a cursed ring with the ability to cause others to fall asleep. It was never recovered.
  • Many years ago, the royals of Blakeers lived in harmony. Things were quiet, but one day a serial killer named Surpka destroyed a nearby village. The royals tried to stop the serial killer, but didn't get close. Along came a hero named Pergrinne Cottonone, who was a valiant knight. Pergrinne had the thought to slay the serial killer by making a wager with Surpka. When Pergrinne Cottonone faced the serial killer, Pergrinne Cottonone killed the serial killer.

Events [-]

Archburg Rapids is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Missing tomatoes. We suspect darkmantles are the culprit. Will pay in gold. Experienced professionals only. Contact Grimdin Stonehammer.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Delartlleu Farblaze to learn more.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Anra for further details.
  • wood carving contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Prior experience required. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Niz to learn more.
  • Wanted: I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Opportunity to earn a title. Must be a quick learner. Contact Guap Oxsnout.
  • Required: Missing potato. We suspect gremlins are the culprit. Must be clean. Safety not guaranteed. Reward available. Contact Daluul Necknor for further details.
  • Someone stole my family heirloom. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Grabg Backsnapper The Strong.
  • Needed: Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Discretion required. Reward available. Contact S'heral teh Yerzor.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will pay in gold. Contact Grimril Claytable.
  • Help Wanted: Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will pay in gold. Contact Jam Staall if interested.
  • Needed: Missing artifact. We suspect beaky brain monsters are the culprit. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Reward is a secret. Contact James Andreville.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward is a secret. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Khabdash Legcrusher The Red.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Glig Armcracker.
  • Someone stole my jewel. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Dobel Oakfang.
  • cheese tester wanted. Length of job expected to be short. Reward is a secret. Contact Huril to learn more.
  • I have squirrels in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Babby Triggerfiz.
  • Required: Need a change of pace? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome rabbits required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Prior experience required. Contact Ghus Neckcrusher.

People [-]

The people in Archburg Rapids are accepting of outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Ghammsh Skullsnapper The Gray is a female orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted jeweler. She appears helpful.
  • Xodkasr Bigbasher is a female hobgoblin who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled physician. She appears forbidding.
  • Kbok Damndoom is a female hobgoblin who is known in the world as being a decent soldier. She appears accusatory.
  • Grinril is a male mindflayer who is known in the world as being a decent glassmaker. He appears drunken.
  • Xreb Foulhost is a female hobgoblin who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent fishmonger. She appears nervous.
  • Tom Wobbscope is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a decent harness maker. He appears shifty.
  • Hoshoz Legsnapper is a female orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled potter. She appears quiet.
  • Nhodok Neckkiller is a male orc who is known in the region as being a decent vintner. He appears gosipy.
  • Danry Dangton is a male lycanthrope who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent brewer. He appears patronizing.
  • Kil'ith is a male mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled astrologer. He appears easily offended.
  • Allikey Rocketbun is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a mocked bookbinder. She appears skeptical.
  • Kilril is a female mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre shipwright. She appears jesterly.
  • Blak Backnor is a female orc who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled physician. She appears gambling.
  • Dones Brall is a male lycanthrope who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled salter. He appears guilty.
  • Jamic Mornson is a male lycanthrope who is known in the world as being a decent woodworker. He appears shifty.
  • Wiz Cobblegauge is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a renowned mercenary. She appears boastful.
  • Dav Andreall is a female lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a mediocre professor. She appears patronizing.
  • Prarpair is a female mindflayer who is known in the world as being a gifted spicemerchant. She appears nervous.
  • Trerm Bigrot is a female hobgoblin who is known in the world as being a gifted blacksmith. She appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Davic Chrisnson is a male lycanthrope who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent woodseller. He appears giddy.
  • Arnby Wizzwink is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled wagoneer. He appears patronizing.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Hilly Springbrother, a nervous female halfling. She is a commoner who is seeking dishonest work.
  • Masthul, a battle-ready male mindflayer. He is a rogue who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Dones Rosenidge, a resentful female human. She is a rogue who is traveling the world as a pilgrim.
  • Baldin Coralcairn, an embittered female deep dwarf. She is a fighter who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Gordor Brandyhead, an authoritarian male deep dwarf. He is an expert who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Dism, a helpful female mindflayer. She is a fighter who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.
  • Rxbok Evilfury, a clumsy male hobgoblin. He is a ranger who is seeking revenge.
  • Tomxie Greasebit, a sick male oddball. He is an expert who is seeking revenge.
  • S'herzin se S'hoorzin, a beligerent female lizardfolk. She is a commoner who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Bemai Orlock, an apologetic male halfling. He is a druid who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Adadi Overstoat, a nosy female halfling. She is an aristocrat who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Falgrim Skyblower, a healthy male halfling. He is a rogue who is following the voices.
  • Narurm Cleaverwiser, an unreliable male oddball. He is a barbarian who is cleaning out a slum.
  • Ilyvartars Frostblade, a quiet male half-elf. He is a bard who is here to buy spices.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Archburg Rapids:

  • The Frosted Hen of All That Is Holy [+]
  • The Highlighted Wand Star Gazers [+]
  • The Dry Toad Shoppe [+]
  • The Drunken Tower Jewelers [+]
  • The Elegant Peacock Shop [+]
  • The Shallow Song Lumber Mill [+]
  • The Shining Toad Bindary [+]
  • The Empty Harpoon Brewery [+]
  • The Sleeping Turkey Inc. [+]
  • The Drunken Wig Jewelers [+]
  • The Open Ulcer Firepit [+]
  • The Oiled Thunderbird Bags [+]
  • The Northern Bull Inc. [+]
  • The Dwarven Flame Shoppe [+]
  • The Smithy Wolfhound Healers [+]
  • The Dirty Frog Force [+]
  • The Gritty Wolfhound Wharf [+]
  • The Frosted Darkroot Temple [+]
  • The Crooked Frogs Inc. [+]
  • The Stowaway Wine Color Shop [+]
  • The Old Monkey Bows R Us [+]