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Welcome to Chatsman!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 4,673
  • Children: 29.94% (1,399)
  • Elderly: 11.75% (549)

Racial Breakdown

  • 2,024 gnome (43.3%)
  • 1,300 elf (27.8%)
  • 664 human (14.2%)
  • 384 dwarf (8.2%)
  • 131 halfling (2.8%)
  • 118 other (2.5%)
  • 52 half-elf (1.1%)

Misc.

  • 6 Districts
  • 137 Businesses
  • 666 Specialists
  • 579 Residences

Summary [-]

Chatsman is a large town in the Bursak Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile large town is densely populated (8,253/sq km), covers 0.57 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 851 meters.

Climate [-]

Chatsman has a Semi-Arid Steppe climate, which is characterized by a severe lack of precpitation most of the year over a variety of temperatures, and has hot, rainy and cool seasons. Winds in the region are non-existent and the temperature is generally pleasant with strong variation. Precipitation is non-existant, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Chatsman sees a single star overhead: Bek, an average red star. Chatsman also has a single moon: Chatape, a small briliant silver moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a flimsy marble palisade that is 13 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.92 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Chatsman; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with crude cobblestone streets in a contour-forming pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: poor, wealthy, shops, trade, industry, and port.

Government [-]

Chatsman is governed through a theocracy, where a deity is recognized as the supreme civil ruler, but the deity's laws are interpreted by ecclesiastical authorities. The government as a whole is seen as surprisingly skillful. Officials in Chatsman are often seen as disreputable and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Chatsman in the region is unwavering due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population turns against itself.

Leader [-]

Chatsman is ruled by Cardinal Elalanthil Frostrunner. The Cardinal has been in power for decades and is despised by the people. There is forceful opposition to the Cardinal and policies. The right to rule was granted by constitution, and that power is maintained by strict laws and corrupt guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by an organized crime bosses, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being community service.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 0.26% of the population (12 adults).

Military [-]

Chatsman has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 607 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 280 (6%). Of the active duty military, 19 (3.25%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and flimsy palisade, Chatsman is spectacularly fortified. Chatsman fighters are ridiculed for their use of hand crossbows in battle. They are mocked for their guerrilla warfare and are considered admirably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Chatsman is currently steadfast.

Resources [-]

Chatsman is known for the following resources:

  • A creepy fort inhabited by tame kittens that are avoided by wenches.
  • Fresh rock salt fields that are visited frequently by vampires.
  • A creepy cave inhabited by defenseless clams that are feared by townspeople. Somoeone said someone found bags of emeralds in a tomb nearby.
  • Chinchilla colonies that are hunted by kittens.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the olden days, the royals of Limevita lived in harmony. Things were quiet, but one day a demon named Yeral se S'hoorzor took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The royals tried to stop the demon, but didn't get close. Along came a deep dwarf named Ulorin Smokevault, who was a valiant knight. Ulorin had a plan to trick the demon by killing the demon while he slept. When Ulorin Smokevault faced the demon, Ulorin Smokevault defeated Yeral se S'hoorzor.
  • Years ago, a murderer named Gheal roamed the world. People say that if you see her, you will be eaten alive.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a hag roamed the town before dawn. Commoners say that the hag will offer you sweets, then give you a gift if you are nice.

Events [-]

Chatsman is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Deltiyn Morninglight has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward is a secret. Contact Elelltars Feathersky.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Aliule Clawsoult.
  • Help! Want to earn some quick coin? pig wrestling contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will pay in gold. Contact Zhukosh Skullbreaker for more details.
  • Bored? imps-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Bea Gearsprocket if interested.
  • Help! Bored? hotdog eating contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Must be quick on your feet. Reward is a secret. Contact Garrun Drakeslasher.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. No pay until task is completed successfully. Will pay in gold. Contact Vit.
  • non-lethal poison tester wanted. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Mezn Greatmurder.
  • Help Wanted: Require an instructor learned in horseback riding to tutor my child. Must be quick on your feet. Reward available. Contact Ssz'toor.
  • Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather medical supplies due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Lik.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Snorond Holybelly.
  • Wanted: Need a change of pace? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome imps required. Mild danger may be involved. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Yorkon Doughdoor.
  • Looking for work? I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Must provide your own transportation. Will reward you with valuable information. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Ceeka.
  • Require an instructor learned in math to tutor my child. Opportunity to earn a title. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Gozzer if intrigued.

People [-]

The people in Chatsman love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Grumbin Barleymill is a male dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled smith. He appears drunken.
  • Jam Bernangham is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a decent entertainer. She appears authoritarian.
  • Cotkey Tinkertonk is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a decent actor. He appears violent.
  • Falnir Amberneck is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted furrier. He appears shifty.
  • Donic Roserough is a male human who is known in that part of town as being a renowned jailer. He appears outlandish.
  • Dav VanMorsford is a female human who is known in the city as being a gifted dyer. She appears greedy.
  • Car Electroblast is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent brewer. He appears beligerent.
  • Kia Electrofiz is an androgynous gnome who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled deputy. It appears efficient.
  • Fal Brownwick is a female halfling who is known in the world as being a decent roofer. She appears exhausted.
  • Perda Heathergalow is a male halfling who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled collier. He appears clumsy.
  • Gorgin Foerobe is a female dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled bather. She appears smitten.
  • Delartinne Oaksing is a female elf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled tavern. She appears nihilistic.
  • Mick VanBraden is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a skilled dyer. She appears embittered.
  • Don Roseall is a male human who is known in the world as being a mediocre mercer. He appears fashion concious.
  • Hewrette Gyrofiz is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled librarian. She appears cautious.
  • Co Coldfingers is a male halfling who is known in the region as being a skilled salter. He appears beligerent.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Drogan Dwarfguard, a lovelorn female dwarf. She is a cleric who is traveling the world as a pilgrim.
  • Falag Kindmansion, a scattered female deep dwarf. She is an adept who is seeing the city.
  • Jo Francewicz, a nihilistic female half-dwarf. She is a bard who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Morbin Clawankle, a jaded female half-dwarf. She is a warrior who is doing something impossible.
  • Tils, a fatalistic female troglodyte. She is a druid who is finding a long-lost friend.
  • Ilytinne Blackfeather, a beligerent male half-elf. He is an adept who is seeing the world.
  • Poduk Beartooth, a battle-ready male ogre. He is a commoner who is seeing the city.
  • Kigan Rockclaw, a beligerent female ogre. She is a warrior who is traveling the world as a missionary.
  • Rat, a pacifistic female kobold. She is a commoner who is here to buy supplies.
  • Arkon Barleyshoulder, a forbidding male deep dwarf. He is a warrior who is following rediscovered ancient lore.
  • Delelltars Leafbow, an idealistic male drow. He is a monk who is cleaning out a monster infestation.
  • Kilrr, a territorial female mindflayer. She is a rogue who is seeing the city.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Chatsman:

  • The Crazy Iron Dry Goods [+]
  • The Grumbling Axehandle Inc. [+]
  • The Olde Jade Bags [+]
  • The Punchin' Wench Locksmith [+]
  • The Smithy Snake Shop [+]
  • The Worn Cavern Temple [+]
  • The Sloppy Rooster Reference Center [+]
  • The Nomadic House Inc. [+]
  • The Fermented Bag Inc. [+]
  • The Lazy Knife Cart Repairs [+]
  • The Strangled Elf General Store [+]
  • The Crimson Imps Inc. [+]
  • The Flaming Fireplace Inc. [+]
  • The Musty Darkroot Inc. [+]
  • The Smiling Urchin Sweet House [+]
  • The Whistling Ent Inc. [+]