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Welcome to Warduk!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 21,392
  • Children: 21.20% (4,535)
  • Elderly: 18.00% (3,850)

Racial Breakdown

  • 9,541 lycanthrope (44.6%)
  • 8,322 half-elf (38.9%)
  • 3,060 half-dwarf (14.3%)
  • 364 dwarf (1.7%)
  • 105 other (0.4%)

Misc.

  • 8 Districts
  • 409 Businesses
  • 3,268 Specialists
  • 2,719 Residences

Summary [-]

Warduk is a large city in the Middle Conaark Province with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (26,185/sq km), covers 0.82 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 1021 meters.

Climate [-]

Warduk has a Moist Continental climate, which is characterized by warm to cool summers and cold winters with severe snow storms, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are continual and the temperature is generally cold with strong variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Warduk sees a single star overhead: Cec, an average yellow star. Warduk also has a double moon: Spotadene, a large light blue moon and Chame, a large briliant silver moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a solid oak enclosure that is 5 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 4.14 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Warduk; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with even cobblestone paths in a contour-forming pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, wealthy, trade, industry, racial, fine shops, middleclass, and professional.

Government [-]

Warduk 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 somwhat capable. Officials in Warduk are often seen as fair and the policies are revered. The political influence of Warduk in the region is improving due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Warduk is ruled by President Baldor Platinumcask. The President has been in power for a few months and is revered by the people. There is minor opposition to the President and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained by strict laws and incorruptible guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a trade guild, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is unheard of. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.45% of the population (97 adults).

Military [-]

Warduk has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2834 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1337 (6.25%). Of the active duty military, 134 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and solid enclosure, Warduk is abysmally fortified. Warduk fighters are mocked for their use of spiked clubs in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Warduk is currently flourishing.

Resources [-]

Warduk is known for the following resources:

  • Defenseless clam beds that are feared by locals. Arnlita Cogglescope said rumors tell of a stash of emeralds in a well.
  • Many scorpion beds that are feared by townspeople.
  • Coffee fields that are visited frequently by travelers. James Barne said one might dig up a stash of small lyres in a nearby pit.
  • A blessed tower inhabited by dangerous bees that are feared by unicorns.
  • Magical ancient cocoa bean fields that are visited frequently by gru. Grumgin Brandystream said one might find piles of diamonds in a well.
  • Substantial pigment deposits that are avoided by magic users. Obgakh Legkiller said somoeone said someone found piles of rubies in a well.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Ghabal's Jug, a magical jug with the power to disappear on its own. It was last seen years ago.
  • Some time ago, the villagers of East Kesman thrived. Things were always nice, but one day an evil wizard named Bjorklia Rainstalker took over the town. The villagers tried to stop the wizard, but failed miserably. Along came Mhudd Skullripper The Black the half-orc, who was a skilled storyteller. Mhudd had an idea to slay the wizard by making a wager with Bjorklia Rainstalker. When Mhudd Skullripper The Black faced the wizard, Mhudd Skullripper The Black defeated Bjorklia Rainstalker.
  • Legends tell of Ghessen's Apple, a possessed apple with the capability to summon angels. It has been lost for ages.
  • In times past, a witch hunted the field every six years. Villagers say that the witch will offer you sweets, then turn you into a mouse.

Events [-]

Warduk is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Need a change of pace? Adept seeks apprentice. Length of job expected to be short. Will reward you with a land deed. No previous experience required. Contact Pok Oaktooth for more information.
  • Need a change of pace? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Totgum Neckkiller The Gray for more details.
  • Help! Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward available. Contact Balgin Leadmail.
  • Looking for something new? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather certain herbs due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Discretion required. Will pay in gold. Contact Gugan Eagletooth if interested.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Keelus Eaglechaser has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward available. Contact Jamey Simonton.
  • Help Needed: Need a change of pace? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will owe you a huge favor. Experienced professionals only. Contact Grunbul Bluechest.
  • I'm looking for rare derros, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Erartiyn Wishwind for more details.
  • Missing artifact. We suspect rust rats are the culprit. Reward available. Contact Odk Headkiller for more information.
  • Wanted: I have homuncului in my basement, plz halp! Length of job expected to be short. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Gamm Mokcrusher The Red.
  • I have quazits in my basement, plz halp! May include some hazards. Must provide your own transportation. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Tilg.
  • Looking for work? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward is a secret. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Kzadr Greatbeast.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Must be a quick learner. Reward available. Contact Nbet Greatdamn.
  • Required: Looking for work? I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will owe you a huge favor. Special attire required. Contact Tekeras Clawsinger.
  • Needed: Throgar Blackbarrel has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Drama Necksnapper.
  • A passing Barbarian is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Jo Broland.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward is a secret. Contact Done Tramden.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will pay in gold. Contact Jame Gilne.
  • I'm looking for rare feral cats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Uk Eagleroot.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Bounty for mephits, dead or alive. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Narus Bladecutter.

People [-]

The people in Warduk are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Adaril Darkbreeches is a female dwarf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled magic dealer. She appears loud.
  • Darnalthil Tyrarrow is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent trader. He appears accusatory.
  • DeDan Castston is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a mocked bleacher. She appears smug.
  • Falrun Silvermine is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent vintner. She appears jolly.
  • Balgar Leadgoblet is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled navigator. She appears boastful.
  • Arorin Slatestaff is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled prostitute. He appears forgetful.
  • Dane Claytone is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted timberwright. He appears xenophobic.
  • Doney Castden is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a horribly skilled bleacher. She appears territorial.
  • Garbor Dougharm is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled watercarrier. He appears beligerent.
  • Don Jamein is a female lycanthrope who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned baker. She appears fatalistic.
  • Mickes Simonleton is a male half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled scribe. He appears easily offended.
  • Logar Strongkeep is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent leatherworker. She appears lovelorn.
  • Argin Wheelsword is a male dwarf who is known in the region as being a gifted adventurer. He appears violent.
  • Dan Southhouse is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled entertainer. He appears jaded.
  • Durbor Drakeblood is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a skilled beer seller. He appears patronizing.
  • Gorgar Ratcutter is a female dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre cheesemaker. She appears exhausted.
  • Dones Carton is a male lycanthrope who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled cutler. He appears gluttonous.
  • Micke Stohouse is a female lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled messenger. She appears intimidating.
  • Borond Rubyback is an androgynous dwarf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled soldier. It appears gluttonous.
  • Jo Broewicz is a female lycanthrope who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent tanner. She appears fashion concious.
  • Grunmir Smokekeg is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a skilled good samaritan. She appears shifty.
  • Gorril Moonbreeches is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a horribly skilled magic dealer. He appears vengeful.
  • Jo Haren is a female lycanthrope who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled haymerchant. She appears impatient.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Jenxie Thermobun, a helpful female gnome. She is an adept who is seeing the city.
  • Yerssen se Khalzin, a shifty androgynous lizardfolk. It is a barbarian who is seeing the city.
  • Gav Fusefiz, an easily offended male gnome. He is a commoner who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Tmegd Damnmouth, a smitten male goblin. He is a commoner who is seeking revenge.
  • Toman Cobbleblast, a mocking male gnome. He is an expert who is traveling with an important person.
  • James Whitgan, a gambling female human. She is a rogue who is following a message from an angel.
  • Dan Haridge, an outlandish female human. She is an expert who is seeing the world.
  • Tazuul Boneripper, a jesterly female orc. She is a commoner who is finding a missing friend.
  • Thordin Roarbattler, a skeptical male dwarf. He is an aristocrat who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Grotgosh Neckripper, a helpful male orc. He is a cleric who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Shaman Shadab Legcrusher, an efficient female orc. She is a bard who is traveling with an expidition.
  • Toldo Firejay, a giddy androgynous halfling. It is an adept who is finding a long-lost parent.
  • Jenrette Thermowink, a territorial male gnome. He is a cleric who is traveling the world as a pilgrim.
  • Yerzin se S'hooral, a pacifistic male lizardfolk. He is a barbarian who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Snordin Goldvest, a beligerent male deep dwarf. He is an expert who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Warduk:

  • The Open Alicorn Firepit [+]
  • The Flaming Devil Inc. [+]
  • The Sleepy Cat Fabrics [+]
  • The Blind Monk Scribe [+]
  • The Wobblin' Harpoon Roofing [+]
  • The Rolling Bag Chop House [+]
  • The Fermented Hatchet Shop [+]
  • The Dripping Pony Herbalist [+]
  • The New Frog Inc. [+]
  • The Vulgar Pony Furs [+]
  • The Randy Goblins Amory [+]
  • The Smithy Pipe Sweet House [+]
  • The Yellow Cesspit Waste Site [+]
  • The Fat Whisper Inc. [+]
  • The Dancing Octopus Inc. [+]
  • The Divine Heart Clinic [+]
  • The Desert Stump Inc. [+]
  • The Lascivious Willow Inc. [+]
  • The Burly Hammer Leatherworks [+]
  • The Refuge Pony Inc. [+]
  • The Oiled Fireplace Bags [+]
  • The Seven Dead Candle Maker [+]
  • The Merry Axe Brewery [+]