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Welcome to Talski!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 16,550
  • Children: 30.30% (5,014)
  • Elderly: 11.50% (1,903)

Racial Breakdown

  • 8,060 mindflayer (48.7%)
  • 6,985 elf (42.2%)
  • 629 half-dwarf (3.8%)
  • 365 orc (2.2%)
  • 179 other (1%)
  • 166 half-elf (1%)
  • 166 drow (1%)

Misc.

  • 7 Districts
  • 324 Businesses
  • 2,526 Specialists
  • 2,086 Residences

Summary [-]

Talski is a large city in the Donkil Province with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate large city is densely populated (27,111/sq km), covers 0.61 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 881 meters.

Climate [-]

Talski has a Temperate Deciduous Forest climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and dry winters, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally cool with strong variation. Precipitation is minor, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Talski sees a single star overhead: Kroron, a massive brown star. Talski also has a double moon: Prota, an average light blue moon and Chame, an average briliant silver moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a newly finished marble enclosure that is 17 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 99% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.51 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There is 1 road leading to Talski; no roads are major. The city is lined with well-maintained dirt tracks in an organic pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Talski is governed through a parliamentary government, where members are nominated to their positions by a parliament and can be dissolved by the parliament if it can no longer function. The government as a whole is seen as somwhat capable. Officials in Talski are often seen as trustworthy and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Talski in the region is unwavering due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Talski is ruled by General Klardar Darksplitter. The General has been in power for several decades and is mocked by the people. There is no visible opposition to the General and policies. The right to rule was granted by consensus, and that power is maintained by strict laws and incorruptible guards.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a racketeers, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a kangaroo court, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.51% of the population (84 adults).

Military [-]

Talski has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2192 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1158 (7%). Of the active duty military, 104 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and newly finished enclosure, Talski is terribly fortified. Talski fighters are mocked for their use of longswords in battle. They are praised for their hoarde tactics and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Talski is currently healthy.

Resources [-]

Talski is known for the following resources:

  • Abundant elephant parades that are feared by wenches. Rumors tell of bags of monkey wrenches buried near there.
  • Dangerous cobra quivers that are hunted by wenches. One might find a stash of platinum in a nearby pit.
  • A magical shrine inhabited by vampire cormorants that are visited frequently by magic users. Jamic Davidon said somoeone said someone found a chest containing gold in a dungeon.
  • Abundant ancient rubber trees that are feared by kittens. Chief Shodag Headbreaker The Brave said one might find piles of saphires in a dungeon.
  • A blessed grave yard inhabited by dangerous spiders that are frequented by witches. Drummut Neckcrusher said the locals speak of a chest containing rubies in a dungeon.
  • Substantial rock salt deposits that are frequented by magic users. Rab Armripper said rumors tell of a chest containing gold hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In olden times, a witch hunted the world when the wind blows from the south and was drawn towards misbehaving children. Villagers say that the witch will ask a favor of you, then carry you away.
  • Legends tell of Fluide's Needle, a legendary needle with the power to cause others to fall asleep. It mysteriously disappeared.
  • Once upon a time, a lich named Elhlak wandered the fields on gloomy days. They say that if you see her, you will die within 24 hours.

Events [-]

Talski is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Someone stole my chalice. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Ilarttel Longheart.
  • Help Needed: goblin wranglin' contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Fluril.
  • Help! taste tester wanted. Will pay in gold. Mild danger may be involved. Accidental Death insurance required. Contact S'herzin heh Khalzin.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen puppy. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Jame Roseett for more information.
  • Need a change of pace? I have bats in my basement, plz halp! A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact El Dudtaunt.
  • A passing Druid is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Lorun Grandfoot for more information.
  • cheese tester wanted. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Darhiathil Broadgrove.
  • Help Wanted: Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather hydra blood due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Codose Masfury.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward is a secret. Contact Ceeraz to learn more.
  • Need a change of pace? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome quazits required. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Joes Tramcroft.
  • Bounty for beaky brain monsters, dead or alive. Guild membership required. Will pay in gold. Contact Balbul Greaseytracker for more information.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen bottle of wine. Will reward you with a land deed. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Contact Zzar Nightdoom.
  • Required: I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome grigs required. No pay until task is completed successfully. Will pay in gold. Contact Moten Brainmurder.
  • Required: I have rats in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Disre.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward available. Contact Naroten Greatdoom.
  • Required: Want to earn some quick coin? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather rare lichen due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Must submit to background check. Reward is a priceless heirloom. May include some hazards. Contact Davic Benan for more information.
  • Required: Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Gligtob Boneripper if intrigued.
  • Wanted: A passing Paladin is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will pay in gold. Contact Pritra for more information.
  • artifact tester wanted. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Elda Lightningmidge for more information.

People [-]

The people in Talski despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Joe Brosone is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a mediocre courtier. He appears gambling.
  • Vessrall is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled interpreter. He appears nervous.
  • Ilyhiatars Stillleaf is a female elf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled apothecary. She appears resentful.
  • Alarigtel Windears is a female drow who is known in the city as being a decent grocer. She appears fashion concious.
  • Mickry Andrman is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled brewer. He appears worrying.
  • Prarter is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a mediocre prostitute. He appears scattered.
  • Mickey Diltone is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled weaver. She appears shifty.
  • Grimrim Brassshield is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a renowned physician. She appears nosy.
  • Daney Morhouse is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted entertainer. She appears nihilistic.
  • Hutguk Legbreaker The Black is a male orc who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled cartwright. He appears fatalistic.
  • Zon Legsnapper is a male orc who is known in that part of town as being a renowned bookseller. He appears gluttonous.
  • Gwalanlleu Dawnstalker is a male elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned vintner. He appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Alalananae Hawkmight is a female elf who is known in the world as being a mocked weaver. She appears greedy.
  • Delelltars Maerndew is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a renowned entertainer. He appears shifty.
  • Kralud Necknor is a female orc who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled painter. She appears smitten.
  • Zrammuzg Bonesnapper is a male orc who is known in that part of town as being a mocked pursemaker. He appears intimidated.
  • Mickes Rosenall is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled seamstress. She appears lovelorn.
  • Snorgar Firealtar is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a decent smith. He appears prejudiced.
  • Elaartai Duskingform is a female elf who is known in the region as being a horribly skilled potter. She appears boastful.
  • Illnalava Banniheart is a male drow who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled beer seller. He appears accusatory.
  • Flu'ith is a male mindflayer who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled rugmaker. He appears intimidating.
  • Davry Kleincroft is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a decent haymerchant. She appears xenophobic.
  • Grinre is a male mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre bowyer. He appears mopey.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Mickey Giacone, a nihilistic female half-dwarf. She is a sorcerer who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Kil'k'morn, a solemn male mindflayer. He is a sorcerer who is delivering a message to a scholar.
  • Joe Colden, an efficient male half-dwarf. He is an aristocrat who is here to buy supplies.
  • Flupair, an apologetic male mindflayer. He is an aristocrat who is finding work as a mercenary.
  • Davey Broinson, a mocking male half-elf. He is a fighter who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Dellanaen Dirthweave, a lonely female drow. She is a commoner who is delivering a message to a scholar.
  • Throbakh Backnor, a drunken male orc. He is an adept who is seeing the city.
  • Adavarlas Teasen'blaze, a lonely male drow. He is a commoner who is here to secretly assassinate a scholar.
  • Chatiyn Summerglider, an authoritarian male drow. He is a warrior who is seeing the world.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Talski:

  • The Elven Fox Money Lenders [+]
  • The Mulled Snake Inc. [+]
  • The Wanton Knife Grave Diggers [+]
  • The Eastern Axehandle Wares [+]
  • The Thirsty Thug Worship House [+]
  • The Lascivious Days Inc. [+]
  • The White Hops Inc. [+]
  • The Beefy Beauty Shoppe [+]
  • The Guinea Alicorn Leather Goods [+]
  • The Stumpy Jane Dry Goods [+]
  • The Stinky Hall Color Shop [+]
  • The Leaping Fireplace Blowers [+]
  • The Frosty Monk of All That Is Holy [+]
  • The Blind Lion Scribe [+]
  • The Happy Crow Mill [+]
  • The Wooden Bucket Shrine [+]
  • The Violent Maiden Inc. [+]
  • The Olde Beauty Purse Shop [+]
  • The Fiery Axe Shoppe [+]
  • The Wobbling Wand Roofing [+]
  • The Wobbly Princess Lodge [+]
  • The Cloven Ent Dry Goods [+]
  • The Shining Bunch Timber Mill [+]