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Welcome to Glidfun!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 6,382
  • Children: 11.39% (727)
  • Elderly: 24.99% (1,595)

Racial Breakdown

  • 2,196 gnome (34.4%)
  • 2,068 halfling (32.4%)
  • 1,200 dwarf (18.8%)
  • 425 other (6.6%)
  • 256 human (4%)
  • 141 half-orc (2.2%)
  • 96 half-dwarf (1.5%)

Misc.

  • 2 Districts
  • 158 Businesses
  • 939 Specialists
  • 697 Residences

Summary [-]

Glidfun is a small city in the Lower Umbdin Region with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile small city is densely populated (13,071/sq km), covers 0.49 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 789 meters.

Climate [-]

Glidfun has a Tropical Seasonal Forest climate, which is characterized by constant high temperatures and seasonal torrential rains, and has rainy and dry seasons. Winds in the region are wild and the temperature is generally warm with moderate variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Glidfun sees a single star overhead: Cer, a large yellow star. Glidfun also has a double moon: Spola, a small bone white moon and Thele, a massive bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a crumbling marble embankment that is 5 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 95% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.45 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 2 roads leading to Glidfun; 1 road is major. The city is lined with even dirt tracks in a contour-forming pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market and middleclass.

Government [-]

Glidfun is governed through a commonwealth, where state authority is founded on law and united by a compact of the people for the common good. The government as a whole is seen as inept and inadequate. Officials in Glidfun are often seen as corrupt and nefarious and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Glidfun in the region is steady due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Glidfun is ruled by Steward Chatai Broadsing. The Steward has been in power for mere hours and is honored by the people. There is open opposition to the Steward and policies. The right to rule was granted by divine will, and that power is maintained by strict laws and corrupt guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city guard, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a council, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is rampant. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.34% of the population (22 adults).

Military [-]

Glidfun has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 829 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 478 (7.5%). Of the active duty military, 35 (4.25%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and crumbling embankment, Glidfun is perfectly fortified. Glidfun fighters are mocked for their use of light mace in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered greatly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Glidfun is currently uncertain.

Resources [-]

Glidfun is known for the following resources:

  • Paltry bat clouds that are frequented by kittens. Rumors tell of bags of silver in a well.
  • Scant magic timber forests that are visited frequently by unicorns. The locals speak of piles of diamonds in a well.
  • Unlimited coffee patches that are visited frequently by gru. Rumors tell of piles of small lyres buried near there.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Legends tell of Nhobbig's Key, a unique key with the power to cause others to fall asleep. It mysteriously disappeared.
  • A long time ago, a witch lingered in the world. Villagers say that the witch will ask for your help, then sell you into slavery.
  • Legends tell of James' Apple, a legendary apple with the power to disappear on its own. It hasn't reappeared in years.
  • Way back when, the townsfolk of Harrisari Junction lived in peace. Things were good, but one day a cyclops named Vab slayed a local hero. The townsfolk tried to stop the cyclops, but were caught. Along came a hero named Rhummor Headbreaker, who was a valiant knight. Rhummor had the thought to slay the cyclops by making a wager with Vab. When Rhummor Headbreaker faced the cyclops, Rhummor Headbreaker defeated Vab.
  • Many years ago, the royals of North Goosehall lived in peace. Things were good, but one day an evil dragon named Surpra destroyed a nearby village. The royals tried to kill Surpra, but failed miserably. Along came Adarun Smokecask the half-dwarf, who was an expert bowman. Adarun had a plan to trick the dragon by causing a distraction while others struck. When Adarun Smokecask faced the dragon, Adarun Smokecask tricked Surpra and rescued North Goosehall.

Events [-]

Glidfun is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Wanted: Need a change of pace? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Accidental Death insurance required. Reward is a secret. Contact Mickey Burstone for more details.
  • ultimate fighting contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Opportunity to earn a title. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Guap Rockmane.
  • I have derros in my basement, plz halp! Must provide your own transportation. Will pay in gold. Contact Ardor Irondoor to learn more.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Require an instructor learned in local lore to tutor my child. Will pay in gold. Contact Surpkaro.
  • wood carving contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Tgor Giantbone for more details.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome derros required. Will pay in gold. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Bat.
  • Require an instructor learned in math to tutor my child. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Zhularz Necknor.
  • Looking for work? gremlins-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Surplak.
  • I have squirrels in my basement, plz halp! May include some hazards. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Thommub Neckripper.
  • I have brain moles in my basement, plz halp! Safety not guaranteed. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Ulrim Bluehelm.
  • Wanted: Bounty for stirge, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact S'herzin ahn S'herzor.
  • Looking for work? I have rust rats in my basement, plz halp! Accidental Death insurance required. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Tilkaro.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Balbul Lightningcutter.
  • Help Needed: Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Thudath Bonekiller.
  • Help Needed: Need a change of pace? Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. No pay until task is completed successfully. Reward available. Contact Jamey Franall.

People [-]

The people in Glidfun are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Dane MacJackson is a male human who is known in the world as being a skilled lawyer. He appears fashion concious.
  • Micke Southord is a female human who is known in the world as being a decent weaver. She appears quiet.
  • Ulbor Oatface is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled weaver. She appears guarded.
  • Grumgar Roarkeep is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled watercarrier. He appears mocking.
  • Joey Petrson is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked mason. He appears clumsy.
  • Don Carfield is a female human who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled armorer. She appears smitten.
  • Jo Whiteinson is a male human who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled warehouse worker. He appears spiteful.
  • Hanath Bonesnapper The Red is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled leatherworker. She appears territorial.
  • Durrun Holyarm is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a skilled deputy. She appears worrying.
  • Malil Prettyeye is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a gifted sculptor. He appears easily offended.
  • Davic Giacoford is a female human who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled trader. She appears resentful.
  • Be Roadstoat is a female halfling who is known in the world as being a skilled soldier. She appears drunken.
  • Jamic Antonand is a female half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent outfitter. She appears gluttonous.
  • Balond Coalthrone is a female dwarf who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled magic dealer. She appears lovelorn.
  • Loond Drakesmasher is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled sheriff. He appears territorial.
  • Yordin Jetmug is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a renowned glassmaker. He appears worrying.
  • Don VanWilford is a female human who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled specialty smith. She appears apologetic.
  • Drobul Orangeback is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a legendary official. He appears shifty.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Gav Cobblebolt, a nosy female gnome. She is a barbarian who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Ilyhiaava Eythergale, a worrying female elf. She is a commoner who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Gargin Saltblade, a clumsy male half-dwarf. He is a warrior who is finding a missing artifact.
  • Grimnir Waveneck, an insecure female dwarf. She is a commoner who is following a message from an angel.
  • Filvarlas Freanishadow, a self-obsessed female elf. She is a wizard who is following the voices.
  • Tomdan Gearcog, an efficient female gnome. She is an expert who is here to buy spices.
  • Gwatthil Blackfire, a mopey female half-elf. She is an aristocrat who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Ilvarthil Dawnstride, a worrying female half-elf. She is an adept who is traveling with an acting troupe.
  • Tolne Amberbread, a forbidding male halfling. He is a cleric who is here to buy supplies.
  • Illnaliyn Winterhunter, a gambling male elf. He is a commoner who is here to buy supplies.
  • Dav Colling, a jaded female human. She is an expert who is delivering a message to a ruler.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Glidfun:

  • The Lazy Peddler Shop [+]
  • The Cloven Dead Inc. [+]
  • The Wet Rouge Butchers [+]
  • The Mulled Hops Pub [+]
  • The Six Hops Dry Dock [+]
  • The Fawning Bill Inc. [+]
  • The Violent Fireplace Inc. [+]
  • The Marbled Helix Inc. [+]
  • The Salty Peacock Timberyard [+]
  • The Weary Flask Rugs [+]
  • The Deepwater Cup Inc. [+]
  • The Naughty Elf Glove Shop [+]
  • The Worn Helix Shrine [+]
  • The Wistful Beauty Shoppe [+]
  • The Sleepy Maiden Fabrics [+]
  • The Dreaming Ulcer House [+]
  • The Merry Well Brewery [+]
  • The Grimy Clowns Pottery House [+]