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Welcome to Hospnow!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 10,346
  • Children: 15.59% (1,613)
  • Elderly: 22.00% (2,276)

Racial Breakdown

  • 3,518 gnome (34%)
  • 1,490 human (14.4%)
  • 1,302 other (12.5%)
  • 1,221 elf (11.8%)
  • 1,045 dwarf (10.1%)
  • 921 half-orc (8.9%)
  • 849 half-elf (8.2%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 224 Businesses
  • 1,549 Specialists
  • 1,159 Residences

Summary [-]

Hospnow is a city in the Moolmou County with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate city is densely populated (19,499/sq km), covers 0.53 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 821 meters.

Climate [-]

Hospnow has a Dry-Summer Subtropical climate, which is characterized by warm and dry summers with mild and wet winters, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are soft and the temperature is generally chilly with strong variation. Precipitation is negligible, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Hospnow sees a single star overhead: Cec, an average orange star. Hospnow also has a double moon: Spodi, an average bone white moon and Thedosto, a small pale yellow moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed slate fortification that is 6 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.71 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Hospnow; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with even cobblestone paths in a grid pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, wealthy, trade, and industry.

Government [-]

Hospnow 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 shrewd. Officials in Hospnow are often seen as virtuous and the policies are mocked. The political influence of Hospnow in the region is broadening due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Hospnow is ruled by Prime Minister Hilinane Rainhand. The Prime Minister has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is hated by the people. There is open opposition to the Prime Minister and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained through the tip of a sword.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city watch, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is common. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.37% of the population (38 adults).

Military [-]

Hospnow has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 1370 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 750 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 75 (5.5%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and destroyed fortification, Hospnow is perfectly fortified. Hospnow fighters are mocked for their use of heavy flail in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered excellently skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Hospnow is currently shaky.

Resources [-]

Hospnow is known for the following resources:

  • Many bat clouds that are frequented by wenches. The locals speak of a chest containing monkey wrenches in a nearby pit.
  • Coconut harvests that are avoided by vampires. Tomlita Gearsprocket said rumors tell of bags of small lyres in a tomb nearby.
  • A cursed mine inhabited by tame cormorants that are hunted by wenches.
  • Abundant cocoa bean fields that are frequented by travelers.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times gone by, a wizard named Gobal hunted the town when the wind blows from the east and was drawn towards murderers. They say that if you hear her, you will be eaten alive.
  • Way back when, a demon named Ghriraz stalked the streets. Villagers say that if you face him, you will be driven mad.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a demon named Blanogh lingered in the woods. Villagers say that if you see him, you will be stricken blind.
  • In times gone by, the villagers of Port Collbin lived happily. Things were peaceful, but one day S'hoorzor ahn S'herzor the minotaur kidnapped a princess. The villagers tried to kill S'hoorzor ahn S'herzor, but were caught. Along came a grieving bugbear named Thruk Bonecracker, who was a valiant knight. Thruk had a plan to trick the minotaur by causing a distraction while others struck. When Thruk Bonecracker faced the minotaur, Thruk Bonecracker killed the minotaur.
  • Legends tell of Danry's Throne, a legendary throne with the capability to grant wishes. It has been lost for ages.

Events [-]

Hospnow is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Need a change of pace? darkmantles-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Kik Eaglefang.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Bagugh Headnor.
  • Looking for work? cockatrices-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Xrezn Bigmaw for more information.
  • Looking for something new? Someone stole my wagon wheel. Find the louse, dead or alive. Reward is a priceless heirloom. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Rot for more details.
  • Help Needed: I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward available. Experienced professionals only. Safety not guaranteed. Contact Zon Skullcracker The Strong if interested.
  • Ranger seeks apprentice. Discretion required. Will pay in gold. Contact Mhummugh Headnor.
  • grog tester wanted. Reward is a secret. Contact Jam Kleinwood.
  • Bounty for giant spiders, dead or alive. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Jamey VanFranchouse.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact S'herzin fe Yerzin.
  • Wanted: darkmantles-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Danes Marsford for more information.
  • Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather certain herbs due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Reward is a secret. Contact Dan Petrmell.
  • Looking for something new? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward available. Contact Ninvin Electroblast.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Gkutkasr Damnbone.
  • A passing Rogue is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Duk Bearfang.
  • Needed: Looking for something new? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen valuables. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Klonrr.
  • Need a change of pace? sewing contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Joey Moridge.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Zugb Skullcrusher.

People [-]

The people in Hospnow are accepting of outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Davry Briill is a female human who is known in the city as being a renowned prostitute. She appears embittered.
  • Alahiainne Shadowgazer is a male elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked woodcarver. He appears prejudiced.
  • DaDones Roseter is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a skilled woodcarver. He appears helpful.
  • Filrigtel Baequigleam is a male elf who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled tilemaker. He appears unreliable.
  • Dan Clayerton is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a decent tinker. She appears efficient.
  • Haattel Silentchaser is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre furrier. He appears efficient.
  • Hug Headcrusher is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled ostler. She appears authoritarian.
  • Chanaltel Ousseasight is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a decent scribe. She appears thick.
  • Mickey Marngham is a male half-orc who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled ropemaker. He appears gluttonous.
  • Allimida Tiddlygadget is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled vintner. She appears xenophobic.
  • Tratzash Skullcrusher is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a mediocre actor. She appears chatty.
  • Throdal Forgesmith is a female dwarf who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled furrier. She appears contrarian.
  • Joe Peterill is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a decent beer seller. He appears lovelorn.
  • Mick Bernaon is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent ostler. She appears clumsy.
  • Elelltel Freanimoon is a male elf who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled engineer. He appears boastful.
  • Klogtsh Skullsnapper is a male half-orc who is known in the world as being a gifted lumberjack. He appears efficient.
  • Trogturz Headripper The Brave is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a skilled wine seller. She appears smitten.
  • Argar Sunbreaker is a male dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent tanner. He appears forgetful.
  • Arnita Gearfiz is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a mediocre pursemaker. She appears trusting.
  • Hew Triggerblast is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled bather. He appears beligerent.
  • Kogtuul Headcracker The Cruel is a male half-orc who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled scabbardmaker. He appears guilty.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Anlak, a nervous female troglodyte. She is a monk who is traveling the world as a beggar.
  • Hilelne Burrowsbarrel, a xenophobic androgynous halfling. It is an adept who is finding a missing artifact.
  • Dan Davidman, a mocking male half-orc. He is a commoner who is finding a long-lost sibling.
  • Arn Thermobit, a conspirational female gnome. She is an aristocrat who is following the voices.
  • Don Stanen, a flirtatious female half-orc. She is a warrior who is doing something nefarious.
  • Dane Casttone, a forbidding male half-orc. He is a cleric who is traveling with a diplomat.
  • Thorrin Feastfoot, a thick female dwarf. She is an expert who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Goher Armicaller, an outlandish female minotaur. She is a commoner who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Yat, a pious male oddball. He is a cleric who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Tudkasr Nightstomach, a patriotic male goblin. He is a rogue who is finding a long-lost sibling.
  • Jame Wilan, a smug female half-orc. She is a commoner who is finding a missing heir.
  • Tradr Damnshredder, a resentful female hobgoblin. She is a druid who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Barril Broadgem, a worrying male dwarf. He is a druid who is cleaning out a slum.
  • Jory Brownford, a pious female half-dwarf. She is an expert who is seeing the city.
  • Bit, an authoritarian male kobold. He is a wizard who is here to secretly assassinate a scholar.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Hospnow:

  • The Honest Ent Druggist [+]
  • The Splintered Virgin Shoes Inc. [+]
  • The Horny Hammer Legal Partners [+]
  • The Blue Princess Shop [+]
  • The Wiley Willow Outlet [+]
  • The Glaring Jane Inc. [+]
  • The Sterling Bag Sculptures [+]
  • The Perfumed Elf Vinters [+]
  • The Naughty Halfling [+]
  • The Blabbering Princess Inc. [+]
  • The Crossed Axe Inc. [+]
  • The Wistful Crate Shop [+]
  • The Splintered Yawning Healing House [+]
  • The Perfumed Flame Vineyards [+]
  • The Olde Skull Purse Shop [+]
  • The Green Helix Pottery House [+]
  • The Honest Imps Shoppe [+]
  • The Mulled Urchin Inc. [+]
  • The Squalid Heart Shoes [+]
  • The Gritty Grog Docs [+]
  • The Elegant Riverside Vault [+]