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Welcome to Janesstein!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 20,718
  • Children: 10.70% (2,216)
  • Elderly: 25.50% (5,283)

Racial Breakdown

  • 8,060 lycanthrope (38.9%)
  • 7,998 troglodyte (38.6%)
  • 2,797 hobgoblin (13.5%)
  • 974 half-orc (4.7%)
  • 453 other (2.1%)
  • 228 halfling (1.1%)
  • 208 kobold (1%)

Misc.

  • 8 Districts
  • 399 Businesses
  • 3,166 Specialists
  • 2,501 Residences

Summary [-]

Janesstein is a large city in the Donbor District with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (26,099/sq km), covers 0.79 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 1002 meters.

Climate [-]

Janesstein 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 cool with moderate variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Janesstein sees a single star overhead: Cen, a large blue star. Janesstein also has a double moon: Spole, an average briliant silver moon and Charo, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a flimsy rubble stockade that is 1 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.43 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 6 roads leading to Janesstein; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with even dirt roads in a wheel and spoke pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: embassy, market, mercy, education, trade, industry, poor, and professional.

Government [-]

Janesstein is governed through a dictatorship, where the ruler or small clique wield absolute power (not restricted by a constitution or laws). The government as a whole is seen as horribly inefficient. Officials in Janesstein are often seen as equitable and the policies are respected. The political influence of Janesstein in the region is steady due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Janesstein is ruled by Overseer Kaloz Bonebreaker. The Overseer has been in power for years and is respected by the people. There is peaceful opposition to the Overseer and policies. The right to rule was granted by forgery, and that power is maintained through spying and assassination.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city guard, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 0.45% of the population (94 adults).

Military [-]

Janesstein has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2745 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1243 (6%). Of the active duty military, 109 (4%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and flimsy stockade, Janesstein is abysmally fortified. Janesstein fighters are mocked for their use of great clubs in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Janesstein is currently insulated.

Resources [-]

Janesstein is known for the following resources:

  • Dragon wiers that are avoided by zombies. The locals speak of a chest containing iron maidens in a well.
  • Scant magic hemp fields that are avoided by zombies. One might find bags of diamonds in a well.
  • Substantial defenseless parrot companies that are avoided by locals. James Chaling said one might dig up bags of penis sheathes in a tomb nearby.
  • An old battle field inhabited by carnivorous spiders that are feared by magic users. Jam Danall said rumors tell of a stash of penis sheathes in a tomb nearby.
  • A new grave yard inhabited by wild cobras that are frequented by locals.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times gone by, a Boogyman lingered in the fields and was drawn towards thieves. Commoners say that the Boogyman will sneeze three times, then steal your soul.
  • A long time ago, a Boogyman hunted the fields on gloomy days. Villagers say that the Boogyman will ask a favor of you, then turn you into a mouse.
  • Long ago, the royals of Harpermore Creek lived in peace. Things were peaceful, but one day a serial killer named Guk Rocktooth slayed a local hero. The royals tried to kill Guk Rocktooth, but didn't get close. Along came a hero named Uldal Blueeye, who was an expert bowman. Uldal had an idea to slay the serial killer by using magic to banish it. When Uldal Blueeye faced the serial killer, Uldal Blueeye banished Guk Rocktooth.
  • Long, long ago, the royals of Goldbert lived in peace. Things were always nice, but one day a serial killer named Grinide took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The royals tried to stop the serial killer, but failed miserably. Along came Dabel Oxbranch the ogre, who was an expert bowman. Dabel had an idea to slay the serial killer by causing a distraction while others struck. When Dabel Oxbranch faced the serial killer, Dabel Oxbranch defeated Grinide and was killed in the process.
  • Way back when, the villagers of Danwall lived happily. Things were good, but one day Maspair the serial killer took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The villagers tried to stop the serial killer, but were caught. Along came Jam Clayrough the human, who was an expert bowman. Jam had the thought to slay the serial killer by causing a distraction while others struck. When Jam Clayrough faced the serial killer, Jam Clayrough killed the serial killer.

Events [-]

Janesstein is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome gremlins required. Will reward you with valuable information. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Co Gamson.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward available. Contact Snorkon Wheelbeard for further details.
  • Help Wanted: Bored? Paladin seeks apprentice. Safety not guaranteed. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Grumnir Whitehall.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Larhiaaen Frostwatch if interested.
  • A passing Adept is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward available. Contact Gab Coggleblast.
  • A passing Sorcerer is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Must submit to background check. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Jamic MacAntonorth.
  • I'm looking for rare derros, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Accidental Death insurance required. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Ulbul Clawmansion for more information.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Experienced professionals only. Reward available. Contact Nip.
  • Wanted: I'm looking for rare squirrels, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will pay in gold. Contact Ghriraz.
  • Bored? Hilmaine Cottonleaf has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Must provide your own transportation. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Joey Robertston for more details.
  • I'm looking for rare feral cats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with valuable information. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Contact Thzzpne.
  • Grimnir Lumbersmasher has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Must be quick on your feet. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Ceeg.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will pay in gold. Contact Garaurg Winteris.
  • Bored? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward available. Contact Elaleniyn Mistweave for more information.
  • Need a change of pace? Bounty for gremlins, dead or alive. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Daduk Oxmane.
  • Need a change of pace? I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward available. Contact Ellanaen Teasen'wind.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? giant spiders-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward available. Experienced professionals only. Contact S'hoorssen teh S'hooral if interested.
  • Help Needed: Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Sszre.
  • Bored? Missing peg leg. We suspect brain moles are the culprit. Prior experience required. Reward available. Contact Serne Nimblecloak.

People [-]

The people in Janesstein hate outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Jo Ferville is a female lycanthrope who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre roofer. She appears smug.
  • Po Shortbarrel is a male halfling who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled sheriff. He appears jolly.
  • Kzor Evilfury is a female hobgoblin who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled tavern. She appears xenophobic.
  • Elhraz is a female troglodyte who is known in that part of town as being a skilled weaponsmith. She appears guilty.
  • Malbornine Burrowsgulas is a male halfling who is known in the city as being a gifted warehouse worker. He appears clumsy.
  • Ceekaro is a female troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre glassmaker. She appears healthy.
  • Xodegd Metalbeast is a male hobgoblin who is known in the world as being a mediocre furrier. He appears gluttonous.
  • Ceezer is a male troglodyte who is known in the region as being a mediocre artist. He appears xenophobic.
  • Elhlak is a male troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked cooper. He appears easily offended.
  • Ser Curlygulas is a female halfling who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled bleacher. She appears conspirational.
  • Surpkaro is a female troglodyte who is known in the city as being a mocked beer seller. She appears accusatory.
  • Jame Davidorth is a female half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre porter. She appears fashion concious.
  • Malgrim Dalebot is a male halfling who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled librarian. He appears jolly.
  • Elgold Lightningdigger is a female halfling who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled tilemaker. She appears jesterly.
  • Moten Greatwiser is a female hobgoblin who is known in the world as being a mediocre jailer. She appears flirtatious.
  • Danes Dilhews is a female lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a gifted cutler. She appears attentive.
  • Nop is a female kobold who is known in that part of town as being a skilled lumberjack. She appears drunken.
  • Troten Damnbasher is a female hobgoblin who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled carpenter. She appears efficient.
  • Bip is a male kobold who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled brewer. He appears jesterly.
  • Daves Berman is a female lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled scribe. She appears quiet.
  • Rop is a female kobold who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled fishmonger. She appears sick.
  • Rrozgag Armcrusher is a male half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a skilled professor. He appears conspirational.
  • Jop is a female kobold who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled rugmaker. She appears embittered.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Podedo Kalliden, an attentive female halfling. She is a warrior who is fleeing an assassin.
  • Vab, a skeptical female kobold. She is a druid who is delivering a message to a thug.
  • Daves Gilford, a worrying male lycanthrope. He is a barbarian who is here to buy spices.
  • Amadi Flowtalker, a cautious male halfling. He is a commoner who is delivering a message to a peasant.
  • Mickes Petrord, an accusatory male lycanthrope. He is a warrior who is delivering a message to a merchant.
  • Fot, a fashion concious female kobold. She is a commoner who is fleeing a bad family situation.
  • Gozkaro, a solemn male troglodyte. He is a commoner who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • James Francidge, a contrarian female lycanthrope. She is an adept who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Dot, a territorial male kobold. He is a fighter who is finding a long-lost friend.
  • Donry Browngton, a thick female lycanthrope. She is a wizard who is fleeing overdue taxes.
  • Jam Rosewood, a guilty male lycanthrope. He is a commoner who is fleeing a bad family situation.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Janesstein:

  • The Rolling Wig Inc. [+]
  • The Black Oarhouse Inc. [+]
  • The Knotted Crate Inc. [+]
  • The Northern Heart Purse Shop [+]
  • The Whistling Flame Inc. [+]
  • The Perfumed Heart Vineyards [+]
  • The Slaughtered Bucket Charity [+]
  • The Wild Beauty Bath House [+]
  • The Wiley Crow Store [+]
  • The Dripping Virgin Herbalist [+]
  • The Furious Priest Secondary School [+]
  • The Perfumed Urchin Vineyards [+]
  • The Rusty Axe Inc. [+]
  • The Salty Flame Timberyard [+]
  • The Marbled Rooster Inc. [+]
  • The Warm Bag Grave Diggers [+]
  • The Dry Greyhound Shoppe [+]
  • The Knotted Cavern Inc. [+]
  • The Gray Ivy Inc. [+]
  • The Shallow Three Timber Mill [+]
  • The Green Thug Pots [+]
  • The Knotted Jade Inc. [+]
  • The Fired Clowns [+]