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Welcome to Crystalwood!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 4,497
  • Children: 10.34% (465)
  • Elderly: 25.73% (1,157)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,894 half-dwarf (42.1%)
  • 1,763 dwarf (39.2%)
  • 837 half-orc (18.6%)
  • 3 other (0%)

Misc.

  • 6 Districts
  • 135 Businesses
  • 630 Specialists
  • 484 Residences

Summary [-]

Crystalwood is a large town in the Outer Umbkrydia County with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest large town is moderately populated (7,344/sq km), covers 0.61 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 881 meters.

Climate [-]

Crystalwood 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 continual and the temperature is generally cool with high variation. Precipitation is heavy, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Crystalwood sees a binary star overhead: Abar, a small yellow star and Uur, an average white star. Crystalwood also has a single moon: Thetatheus, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a battered mud brick barrier that is 2 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.65 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 6 roads leading to Crystalwood; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with bumpy dirt tracks in an irregular pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, poor, education, shops, entertainment, and slums.

Government [-]

Crystalwood is governed through a republic, where the people's elected representatives, not the people themselves, vote on legislation.. The government as a whole is seen as mostly sufficient. Officials in Crystalwood are often seen as underhanded and the policies are honored. The political influence of Crystalwood in the region is thriving due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population rallies behind its leaders.

Leader [-]

Crystalwood is ruled by Commander Narot Cleavershadow. The Commander has been in power for several years and is revered by the people. There is peaceful opposition to the Commander and policies. The right to rule was granted by consensus, and that power is maintained by strict laws and incorruptible guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city guard, who can be bribed. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being community service.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.09% of the population (4 adults).

Military [-]

Crystalwood has a positive attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 573 citizens (12.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 247 (5.5%). Of the active duty military, 28 (5%) are special forces. Due to their positive attitude and battered barrier, Crystalwood is greatly fortified. Crystalwood fighters are much maligned for their use of longbows in battle. They are mocked for their phlanyx formations and are considered properly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Crystalwood is currently uncertain.

Resources [-]

Crystalwood is known for the following resources:

  • A haunted shrine inhabited by dangerous bats that are visited frequently by locals.
  • Magic peat bogs that are avoided by kittens. Delhiaava Waveblaze said one might dig up piles of iron maidens in a dungeon.
  • A blessed shrine inhabited by poisonous dragons that are hunted by magic users. Somoeone said someone found bags of copper in a well.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the olden days, a Pooka stalked the woods. Commoners say that the Pooka will ask for your help, then eat you.
  • In the olden days, a wizard named Dibbob stalked the field. Commoners say that if you caught her, you will be eaten alive.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a murderer named Cerin roamed the woods and was drawn towards murderers. Folks say that if you confront it, you will die within 24 hours.
  • A long time ago, a Pooka roamed the world when the moon is new and was drawn towards those that wronged others. Commoners say that the Pooka will ask for your help, then turn you into a mouse.
  • Years ago, a dragon named Kilm stalked the town. Villagers say that if you see her, you will be driven mad.

Events [-]

Crystalwood is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Khalzor teh Yerssen has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. No pay until task is completed successfully. Reward available. Contact Garnir Pearlhunter.
  • unknown potion tester wanted. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Pobel Rockclaw for further details.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome feral cats required. Will reward you with valuable information. May include some hazards. Contact Davey Bernaey.
  • Help! Paladin seeks apprentice. Will pay in gold. Contact Mick Giacofield to learn more.
  • I'm looking for rare imps, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will pay in gold. Must not smell. Contact Danic Greenstone for further details.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome stirge required. Must not smell. Mild danger may be involved. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Thonush Headkiller.
  • Need a change of pace? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will reward you with a land deed. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Contact Larnaltars Sunriver.
  • A passing Wizard is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a secret. Contact Lomir Iceshoulder.
  • Help Wanted: I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome bats required. Will reward you with a land deed. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Aestssa Rilynndew.
  • Help Needed: Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather hydra blood due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Reward is a secret. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact Mal Lightningbrother if intrigued.
  • Someone stole my bracelet. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Fillenava Teasen'leaf.
  • I have squirrels in my basement, plz halp! Reward available. Contact Vor.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Guild membership required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Ghabal Boarnut for more information.

People [-]

The people in Crystalwood hate outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Mickic Brasone is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a skilled sculptor. He appears egotistical.
  • Lodor Carbonplate is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre navigator. He appears beligerent.
  • Baldal Clashingcavern is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled furrier. He appears idealistic.
  • Skagan Quartzarm is a female dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre tinker. She appears nosy.
  • Joic Jackrell is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled mercenary. She appears melancholy.
  • Drodin Oatvein is a male dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled lawyer. He appears unreliable.
  • Davic Chrisden is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled chickenbutcher. He appears impatient.
  • Dav Davidord is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a renowned grocer. She appears impatient.
  • Rhobagh Legkiller is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled trader. She appears loud.
  • Grimril Bronzehand is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a mediocre scabbardmaker. She appears authoritarian.
  • Durrun Orangehammer is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a mediocre alchemist. He appears forbidding.
  • Danic Chrisngton is a female half-orc who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled official. She appears vengeful.
  • Grunrun Ratfinger is a female dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre miller. She appears lonely.
  • Garorin Silvermine is a female dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent stablehand. She appears gambling.
  • Mickes Brownnson is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a renowned watercarrier. He appears fashion concious.
  • Jame MacBriing is a male half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a gifted apothecary. He appears pacifistic.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Micke Sheter, a healthy female half-dwarf. She is an adept who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Abanir Jadecairn, a flirtatious female dwarf. She is a commoner who is traveling with a diplomat.
  • Falnir Starslayer, a cowed female dwarf. She is a barbarian who is here to secretly assassinate a scholar.
  • Zararz Backcracker, an unreliable male half-orc. He is an expert who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.
  • Micke Dilin, an insecure male half-dwarf. He is a druid who is traveling the world as an unemployed specialist.
  • Mickes Staill, a territorial male half-dwarf. He is a commoner who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Crystalwood:

  • The Crimson Bucket Inc. [+]
  • The Crimson Cup Inc. [+]
  • The Frozen Cat Book Smith [+]
  • The Victorious Peacock Inc. [+]
  • The Tipsy Hole Supplies [+]
  • The Worn Flame Worship House [+]
  • The Frozen Three Fine Books [+]
  • The Hanging Dungeon Millers [+]
  • The Naughty Hole Glove Shop [+]
  • The Marbled Oarhouse Inc. [+]
  • The Leaping Cup Cart Repairs [+]
  • The Victorious Wolfhound Builders [+]
  • The Naughty Axe Gloves [+]
  • The Slade Knife Poor House [+]
  • The Wet Cock Butchers [+]
  • The Fermented Octopus Shop [+]