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Welcome to Hiabova!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,016
  • Children: 15.55% (158)
  • Elderly: 21.95% (223)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,007 half-elf (99.1%)
  • 9 other (0.8%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 58 Businesses
  • 106 Specialists
  • 117 Residences

Summary [-]

Hiabova is a small town in the Umbnaheese Province with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile small town is nominally populated (3,261/sq km), covers 0.31 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 628 meters.

Climate [-]

Hiabova 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 mild and the temperature is generally unbearably cold with moderate variation. Precipitation is massive, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Hiabova sees a binary star overhead: Luc, a large yellow star and Sic, a large blue star. Hiabova also has a single moon: Elala, an average briliant silver 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 only a few years.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a recently repaired conglomerate stone stockade that is 9 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.17 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 6 roads leading to Hiabova; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with irregular dirt roads in a looped pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, poor, wealthy, industry, and slums.

Government [-]

Hiabova 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 sloppy and disorganized. Officials in Hiabova are often seen as principled and the policies are hated. The political influence of Hiabova in the region is steady due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population overcomes their differences.

Leader [-]

Hiabova is ruled by Governor Grimbul Sunmead. The Governor has been in power for several years and is ridiculed by the people. There is forceful opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by revolution, and that power is maintained through financial oppression.

Laws [-]

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

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 1.48% of the population (15 adults).

Military [-]

Hiabova has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 149 citizens (14.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 66 (6.5%). Of the active duty military, 5 (4%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and recently repaired stockade, Hiabova is reasonably well fortified. Hiabova fighters are despised for their use of martial arts in battle. They are much maligned for their frenzied fighting and are considered moderately skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Hiabova is currently weak.

Resources [-]

Hiabova is known for the following resources:

  • A blessed battle field inhabited by poisonous kangaroos that are avoided by children.
  • Coconut plantations that are avoided by magic users. One might dig up a stash of diamonds in a well.
  • A creepy gazebo inhabited by defenseless chinchillas that are hunted by magic users. Elriganae Wolfsun said the locals speak of a stash of platinum in a tomb nearby.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Years ago, an old man stalked the fields. Commoners say that the old man will offer you sweets, then imprison you.
  • Way back when, the constable of Coralstone lived happily. Things were always nice, but one day an evil dragon named Rap destroyed a nearby village. The constable tried to stop the dragon, but were caught. Along came a hero named Kzog Greatfury, who was a valiant knight. Kzog had the thought to slay the dragon by causing a distraction while others struck. When Kzog Greatfury faced the dragon, Kzog Greatfury killed the dragon.
  • Legends tell of Dzuerm's Rake, a legendary rake with the power to make people cry. It was last seen years ago.
  • Long ago, a monster named S'herssen haunted the countryside. They say that if you see him, you will be eaten alive.
  • In the olden days, the townsfolk of Fredtow lived in peace. Things were good, but one day Cees the devil slayed a local hero. The townsfolk tried to kill Cees, but were caught. Along came a hero named Morbor Clayfounder, who was an expert bowman. Morbor had the thought to slay the devil by making a wager with Cees. When Morbor Clayfounder faced the devil, Morbor Clayfounder killed the devil.

Events [-]

Hiabova is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Safety not guaranteed. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Cotgan Wobbbit.
  • Missing shoe. We suspect cockatrices are the culprit. Serious inquiries only. Reward is a secret. Contact Grumrin Ironhead to learn more.
  • Needed: Require an instructor learned in alchemy to tutor my child. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Zorush Mokkiller.
  • Need a change of pace? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Ilynaliyn Keenwalker.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Opportunity to earn a title. Must be a quick learner. Contact Trellthul.
  • Help Needed: Hearty souls needed to recover stolen peg leg. Will pay in gold. Contact Gozra if intrigued.
  • Looking for something new? goblin wranglin' contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Alalenaen Tyrneasorrow for more information.
  • Help! Gav Triggerwink has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will reward you with a land deed. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Hesrell Spiritvidol.
  • imps-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Jame Robertand if interested.
  • Need a change of pace? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Datgub Headbreaker to learn more.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Ceekaro for further details.

People [-]

The people in Hiabova are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Donic Braan is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a gifted coach driver. He appears unreliable.
  • Dan Andrell is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled harness maker. He appears worrying.
  • Danry Jamene is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled pursemaker. She appears forgetful.
  • Darrigssa Oakgrove is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a gifted doctor. He appears apologetic.
  • James Whitbrook is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent brewer. She appears jaded.
  • Doney Andrengham is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled fishmonger. She appears smug.
  • Jamey Broton is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted mason. He appears nosy.
  • Gaelanthil Moonstalker is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a mocked good samaritan. He appears thick.
  • Darvarinne Starrun is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a mocked mercenary. He appears lovelorn.
  • Haatai Wolffire is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a gifted tavern. He appears vengeful.
  • Abaartava Earthcaller is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a gifted painter. He appears nervous.
  • Donry Giacoin is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled barber. She appears mocking.
  • Jo Braliffe is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a legendary smith. She appears nervous.
  • Ilylenlleu Meadowglider is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre furrier. He appears fatalistic.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Ilriginne Morningheart, a shifty female elf. She is a bard who is following a message from an angel.
  • Borbor Jetgem, an easily offended female dwarf. She is a fighter who is cleaning out a wealthy person.
  • Haattars Auvreamoon, a healthy female half-elf. She is a commoner who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Delellthil Cyredglow, a solemn male half-elf. He is an aristocrat who is following a message from an angel.
  • Durril Orangeblood, a sick female half-dwarf. She is a commoner who is seeing the world.
  • Benellne Montaskin, a grieving male halfling. He is a commoner who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Joic Broville, a lonely female half-elf. She is a druid who is finding work as a healer.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Hiabova:

  • The Naughty Nomad Glove Shop [+]
  • The Old Elves Fine Bows [+]
  • The Blind Elves Inc. [+]
  • The Crimson Frog Inc. [+]
  • The Lost Wolfhound Inc. [+]
  • The Frozen Turkey Book Smith [+]
  • The Glaring Peacock Inc. [+]
  • The Green Goblins Pottery House [+]
  • The Thirsty Hearthstone Temple [+]
  • The Playful Monk Youth Hostel [+]
  • The Cardinal Octopus Farms [+]
  • The Six Weasels Dry Dock [+]
  • The Slumbering Halfling Study [+]
  • The Leaping Thunderbird Glass Crafters [+]