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Welcome to Castron!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 14,412
  • Children: 24.35% (3,509)
  • Elderly: 15.74% (2,269)

Racial Breakdown

  • 6,572 lycanthrope (45.6%)
  • 5,448 half-elf (37.8%)
  • 1,053 kobold (7.3%)
  • 736 half-orc (5.1%)
  • 462 troglodyte (3.2%)
  • 141 other (0.9%)

Misc.

  • 6 Districts
  • 288 Businesses
  • 2,213 Specialists
  • 1,828 Residences

Summary [-]

Castron is a city in the Berman Territory with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate city is densely populated (20,342/sq km), covers 0.71 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 950 meters.

Climate [-]

Castron 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 strong and the temperature is generally chilly with moderate variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Castron sees a single star overhead: Cen, an average yellow star. Castron also has a double moon: Spoledus, an average rusty red moon and Charo, an average light blue moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a solid rubble partition that is 2 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.91 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 7 roads leading to Castron; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with even dirt tracks in an irregular pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, racial, warehouse, middleclass, and industry.

Government [-]

Castron is governed through a communist government, where the state plans and controls the economy and a single party holds power. The government as a whole is seen as the pinnacle of inefficiency. Officials in Castron are often seen as fair and the policies are respected. The political influence of Castron in the region is steadfast due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Castron is ruled by Prime Minister Ghagan Rocksnout. The Prime Minister has been in power for many years and is respected by the people. There is forceful opposition to the Prime Minister and policies. The right to rule was granted by divine will, and that power is maintained through a fair and just legal system.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by an organized crime bosses, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 0.44% of the population (63 adults).

Military [-]

Castron has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 1909 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 900 (6.25%). Of the active duty military, 66 (3.5%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and solid partition, Castron is abysmally fortified. Castron fighters are mocked for their use of spiked clubs in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered excellently skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Castron is currently flourishing.

Resources [-]

Castron is known for the following resources:

  • Bat clouds that are frequented by magic users. Malgold Littlelock said the locals speak of piles of diamonds in a well.
  • Substantial vampire kangaroo mobs that are frequented by locals. One might dig up piles of diamonds hidden around somewhere.
  • A cursed battle field inhabited by defenseless bats that are visited frequently by zombies.
  • Vast wild bat clouds that are feared by zombies. Morbul Oathall said rumors tell of a chest containing kitten mittens in a dungeon.
  • Abundant carnivorous spider clusters that are visited frequently by unicorns.
  • A blessed shrine inhabited by wild cormorants that are frequented by gru. Togbok Armcrusher said somoeone said someone found bags of emeralds hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the days of yore, a witch wandered the field. Commoners say that the witch will ask for your help, then give you a gift if you are nice.
  • Legends tell of Joic's Crown, a cursed crown with the power to summon angels. It disappeared after an attack by bandits.
  • In times gone by, an old woman stalked the region and was drawn towards those that wronged others. Villagers say that the old woman will ask for your help, then eat you.

Events [-]

Castron is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • grigs-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward is a secret. No pay until task is completed successfully. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Contact Kzkasr Ghosttshadow.
  • Looking for work? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen lucky stone. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Khalzin teh Gheal for more information.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will reward you with a land deed. May include some hazards. Contact Tolbard Chubbpipe.
  • Beltthil Jadedew has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will owe you a huge favor. May include some hazards. Contact Xuuk Damnrot.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Vaz.
  • Wanted: I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome lizards required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Daney Kleinsford if interested.
  • Wanted: Looking for something new? Require an instructor learned in juggling to tutor my child. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Gaelenthil Heartbow.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Uldin Claystaff.
  • Wanted: A passing Barbarian is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Must provide your own transportation. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Davey Barand.
  • Looking for work? I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Must be a quick learner. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Skaag Quartzneck.
  • Missing tomatoes. We suspect lizards are the culprit. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Dav Colill.
  • Looking for something new? grog tester wanted. Guild membership required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Pok Beartooth.
  • Bounty for gremlins, dead or alive. May include some hazards. Will pay in gold. Contact Throkon Grandvest if interested.
  • Require an instructor learned in horseback riding to tutor my child. Reward is a secret. Must be a quick learner. Contact Khalzor se Ghezor.
  • Needed: Bounty for stirge, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Anzer if interested.
  • Needed: Need a change of pace? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen key. Will owe you a huge favor. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Must not smell. Contact Danic Bernaston.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Length of job expected to be short. Must be clean. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Narods Oozekill for more information.

People [-]

The people in Castron are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Jam VanGilen is a male half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned interpreter. He appears drunken.
  • Mick Burling is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a mediocre teacher. He appears thick.
  • Jamey Christt is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a renowned wine seller. She appears greedy.
  • Dan Greenleton is a female lycanthrope who is known in the world as being a mocked painter. She appears beligerent.
  • Jamry Chrismell is a female lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a legendary furrier. She appears forgetful.
  • Sotg Headcracker is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a gifted outfitter. She appears skeptical.
  • Thrugtor Backnor is a female half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled scabbardmaker. She appears smug.
  • Daney Francsone is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a mediocre handyman. He appears attentive.
  • Surpkaro is a female troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked astrologer. She appears pacifistic.
  • Dones Sheill is a male half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent specialty smith. He appears contrarian.
  • Mickey Stanll is a male lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled saddler. He appears beligerent.
  • Porzer is a male troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre baker. He appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Dave Davman is a female half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled teamster. She appears solemn.
  • Vothraz is a female troglodyte who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled vintner. She appears unreliable.
  • DaDonic Corill is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a horribly skilled fishmonger. She appears flirtatious.
  • Dave Bernaon is a female lycanthrope who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled weaponsmith. She appears jesterly.
  • Dane Marewicz is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned official. He appears scattered.
  • Joey Claywell is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a mediocre smith. He appears efficient.
  • Donic Jackfield is a female lycanthrope who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled bucklemaker. She appears gluttonous.
  • Joic Jackliffe is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a legendary tanner. She appears prejudiced.
  • Niz is a female kobold who is known in the city as being a decent potter. She appears healthy.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Danic Jameson, a grieving male half-elf. He is a warrior who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Hilly Lightningtender, a healthy female halfling. She is a cleric who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Waevy, a thick male mindflayer. He is a cleric who is finding a missing treasure.
  • Haariglas Silverarrow, a worrying male elf. He is an expert who is here to buy slaves.
  • Rop, a fashion concious female kobold. She is a commoner who is here to buy supplies.
  • Shaman Zhotg Mokcracker The Red, a melancholy female orc. She is an expert who is delivering a message to a merchant.
  • Daney Standen, a guilty male half-orc. He is an aristocrat who is fleeing a natural disaster.
  • Mick Matorth, a violent male half-orc. He is a ranger who is fleeing overdue taxes.
  • Nbuk Evilhowl, a sick androgynous goblin. It is an adept who is seeking thrills and adventure.
  • Disthul, a quiet male mindflayer. He is a commoner who is here to secretly assassinate a peasant.
  • Pobard Healthygather, a loud female halfling. She is a monk who is here to buy slaves.
  • Mickry Broden, a guarded male half-dwarf. He is a commoner who is here to buy supplies.
  • Yerzin heh S'heral, an accusatory female lizardfolk. She is an expert who is here to destroy a rumor.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Castron:

  • The Hilltop Pony Druggist [+]
  • The Ever-full Fig Brewery [+]
  • The Smiling Goblins Bakery [+]
  • The Squalid Clowns Shoes [+]
  • The Glaring Wolfhound Inc. [+]
  • The Sterling Badger Shoes Inc. [+]
  • The Ugly Thug Builders [+]
  • The Rolling Iron Inc. [+]
  • The Divine Well Healers [+]
  • The Punchin' Dwarf Locksmith [+]
  • The Six Three Ship Repair [+]
  • The Lecherous Hen Blowers [+]
  • The Smiling Grog Bakery [+]
  • The Fawning Pony Inc. [+]
  • The Colored Dungeon Dry Goods [+]
  • The Grumbling Jade Inc. [+]
  • The Purple Toad Arena [+]
  • The Screaming Elf Lumberyard [+]
  • The Sloppy Grog Fabrics [+]
  • The Dancing Priest House of Ill Repute [+]
  • The Plaid Willow Youth Hostel [+]