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Welcome to Elderford!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 86
  • Children: 12.79% (11)
  • Elderly: 23.26% (20)

Racial Breakdown

  • 42 kobold (48.8%)
  • 27 troglodyte (31.3%)
  • 16 halfling (18.6%)
  • 1 other (1.1%)

Misc.

  • 3 Districts
  • 2 Businesses
  • 2 Specialists
  • 10 Residences

Summary [-]

Elderford is a settlement in the Lesser Calasak Province with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate settlement is sparsely populated (25/sq km), covers 3.44 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 2092 meters.

Climate [-]

Elderford 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 breezy and the temperature is generally chilly with strong variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Elderford sees a single star overhead: Tolay, an average white star. Elderford also has a double moon: Mome, an average dull brown moon and Spoka, a small light blue moon. In the night sky, you see a celestial object: a tiny black hole that has been around for decades.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 7 roads leading to Elderford; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with well-maintained cobblestone streets in a random mesh pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, poor, and professional.

Government [-]

Elderford is governed through a monarchy, where the supreme power is lodged in the hands of a monarch who reigns with constitutionally limited authority. The government as a whole is seen as satisfactory. Officials in Elderford are often seen as disreputable and the policies are revered. The political influence of Elderford in the region is spreading due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population gives up their freedom in exchange for security.

Leader [-]

Elderford is ruled by King Aesnalaen Auvreahunter. The King has been in power for many years and is praised by the people. There is strong opposition to the King and policies. The right to rule was granted by hereditary succession, and that power is maintained through a knowledgeable and just populace.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a police, who can be bribed. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.00% of the population (0 adults).

Military [-]

Elderford has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 11 citizens (13.5%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 5 (6%). Of the active duty military, 0 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and lack of defensible wall, Elderford is badly fortified. Elderford fighters are much loved for their use of scimitars in battle. They are praised for their hoarde tactics and are considered abysmally skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Elderford is currently failing.

Resources [-]

Elderford is known for the following resources:

  • Dangerous parrot companies that are feared by unicorns. Somoeone said someone found a stash of iron maidens buried near there.
  • Unlimited timber plantations that are hunted by locals. The locals speak of bags of rubies in a tomb nearby.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the days of yore, a Pooka hunted the world. They say that the Pooka will sneeze three times, then banish you if you are cruel.
  • In times past, a Pooka haunted the town. Villagers say that the Pooka will sneeze three times, then steal your soul.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, the constable of Eldorshall lived in peace. Things were good, but one day a serial killer named Gozkaro kidnapped a princess. The constable tried to stop the serial killer, but didn't get close. Along came a half-dwarf named Jam Andreville, who was a valiant knight. Jam had an idea to slay the serial killer by using magic to banish it. When Jam Andreville faced the serial killer, Jam Andreville defeated Gozkaro.
  • Long ago, a hag wandered the town on gloomy days and was drawn towards thieves. Some say that the hag will offer you sweets, then imprison you.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a vampire named Elhg wandered the fields and was drawn towards thieves. Commoners say that if you caught him, you will never be seen again.

Events [-]

Elderford is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Help Needed: Bored? wood carving contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Reward is a secret. Contact Kor Bigbeast.
  • non-lethal poison tester wanted. References required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Doney Petrling if intrigued.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Accidental Death insurance required. No pay until task is completed successfully. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Bea Cogglefiz.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will pay in gold. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Durmir Silverthrone.
  • Need a change of pace? Darartlleu Fairstar has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward available. Safety not guaranteed. Must be a quick learner. Contact S'herzor teh Khalzor.
  • Needed: I have quazits in my basement, plz halp! Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Danic Bartoinson.

People [-]

The people in Elderford despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Amadeda Heathercobble is a female halfling who is known in that part of town as being a gifted bookbinder. She appears greedy.
  • Elhg is a male troglodyte who is known in the region as being a legendary bookseller. He appears conspirational.
  • Wat is a female kobold who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled glassmaker. She appears outlandish.
  • Anraz is a female troglodyte who is known in the world as being a skilled glassmaker. She appears fatalistic.
  • Ama Greenshaker is a male halfling who is known in the city as being a skilled blacksmith. He appears impatient.
  • Tilka is a female troglodyte who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled collier. She appears patronizing.
  • Rat is a female kobold who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled sage. She appears gosipy.
  • Perne Gamhill is a male halfling who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled chickenbutcher. He appears smitten.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Ghrilak, an apologetic female troglodyte. She is a druid who is seeing the city.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Elderford:

  • The Chicken Thunderbird Farms [+]
  • The Playful Harpoon Hostel [+]
  • The Short Elves Bindary [+]
  • The Thirsty Hops Temple [+]
  • The Crazy Axehandle General Mechandise [+]
  • The Wooden Greyhound Worship House [+]
  • The Sleepy Eagle Fabrics [+]
  • The Chipped Pot Inc. [+]