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Welcome to Hinscreek!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,177
  • Children: 15.21% (179)
  • Elderly: 22.18% (261)

Racial Breakdown

  • 432 half-orc (36.7%)
  • 332 gnome (28.2%)
  • 196 halfling (16.6%)
  • 90 half-elf (7.6%)
  • 73 human (6.2%)
  • 32 elf (2.7%)
  • 22 other (1.8%)

Misc.

  • 2 Districts
  • 61 Businesses
  • 114 Specialists
  • 136 Residences

Summary [-]

Hinscreek is a small town in the Donlak District with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest small town is nominally populated (3,475/sq km), covers 0.34 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 657 meters.

Climate [-]

Hinscreek has a Tundra climate, which is characterized by year-round cold temperatures with permanently frozen ground, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally unbearably cold with high variation. Precipitation is excessive, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Hinscreek sees a binary star overhead: Luj, an average yellow star and Sil, an average red star. Hinscreek also has a single moon: Elame, a massive briliant silver moon. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: a massive nebula that has been around for time immemorial and a massive nearby planet that has been around for centuries.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed mud brick partition that is 2 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.15 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 2 roads leading to Hinscreek; 1 road is major. The city is lined with irregular cobblestone paths in an irregular pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Hinscreek is governed through a dictatorship, where the ruler or small clique wield absolute power (not restricted by a constitution or laws). The government as a whole is seen as the pinnacle of inefficiency. Officials in Hinscreek are often seen as virtuous and the policies are honored. The political influence of Hinscreek in the region is thriving due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population comes together and fights as one.

Leader [-]

Hinscreek is ruled by Captain Joey Bracroft. The Captain has been in power for many years and is mocked by the people. There is public opposition to the Captain and policies. The right to rule was granted by appointment, and that power is maintained through a knowledgeable and just populace.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a neighborhood watch, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being indentured servitude.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 1.53% of the population (18 adults).

Military [-]

Hinscreek has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 173 citizens (14.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 85 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 6 (3.5%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and destroyed partition, Hinscreek is properly fortified. Hinscreek fighters are despised for their use of battle axes in battle. They are much maligned for their phlanyx formations and are considered moderately skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Hinscreek is currently weak.

Resources [-]

Hinscreek is known for the following resources:

  • An old tower inhabited by dangerous spiders that are frequented by locals.
  • Plentiful bamboo patches that are feared by locals. One might find bags of diamonds in a well.
  • A magical cave inhabited by vampire dragons that are hunted by zombies. One might dig up piles of monkey wrenches buried near there.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In olden times, the townsfolk of Great Egana lived in peace. Things were always nice, but one day a minotaur named Gubal Rocktooth kidnapped a princess. The townsfolk tried to stop the minotaur, but failed miserably. Along came Tom Electrobit the gnome, who was an expert bowman. Tom had a plan to trick the minotaur by killing the minotaur while she slept. When Tom Electrobit faced the minotaur, Tom Electrobit tricked Gubal Rocktooth.
  • Legends tell of Mkasr's Sandwich, a legendary sandwich with the power to summon demons. It has been lost for ages.
  • Legends tell of Jam's Sandwich, a special sandwich with the capability to answer any question. It disappeared after an attack by bandits.
  • Legends tell of Joey's Bedpan, a magical bedpan with the ability to answer any question. It hasn't reappeared in years.
  • Legends tell of Vothraz' Helmet, a possessed helmet with the capability to summon demons. It was last seen years ago.

Events [-]

Hinscreek is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Mild danger may be involved. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Glumm Skullcracker to learn more.
  • Required: Missing bracelet. We suspect cockatrices are the culprit. Reward is a priceless heirloom. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Rugot Gianthand.
  • Help! Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will pay in gold. Contact Ninley Gearjet.
  • Require an instructor learned in math to tutor my child. Will owe you a huge favor. May include some hazards. Contact Kiap Oakbranch.
  • Needed: I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will reward you with a land deed. Mild danger may be involved. No previous experience required. Contact Dones Rosenwell.
  • Required: I'm looking for rare beaky brain monsters, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Mild danger may be involved. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Elriganae Silentstride if interested.
  • saddle tester wanted. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Throdor Onyxfist.
  • Looking for something new? Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will reward you with valuable information. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Donic Robertland.
  • Wanted: Looking for work? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Ghezor fe S'herzor.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will reward you with a land deed. May include some hazards. Contact Argan Silverear.
  • Wanted: Need a change of pace? Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Zog Ironmaw.

People [-]

The people in Hinscreek are critical of outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Jo Franford is a female human who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned social worker. She appears efficient.
  • Taz Skullnor is a female half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled weaver. She appears accusatory.
  • Jory Braerton is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent priest. He appears smug.
  • Zhotzurz Headbreaker is a male half-orc who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled salter. He appears smitten.
  • Gaevarai Ousseaseeker is an androgynous half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a legendary sculptor. It appears fatalistic.
  • Joey Martiinson is a male human who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled bookseller. He appears sick.
  • Dav Maten is a male human who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled baker. He appears territorial.
  • Gaeartai Winterblade is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent cartwright. She appears intimidated.
  • Adaby Cobblewink is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a renowned miller. He appears homesick.
  • Seril Fastmaker is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a gifted ropemaker. He appears fatalistic.
  • Chatinne Kindriver is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled furrier. He appears battle-ready.
  • Hewita Cobblecog is a female gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled chandler. She appears trusting.
  • Larvarava Jademoon is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a decent specialty smith. He appears conspirational.
  • Gwarigssa Eytherwhisper is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre sheriff. He appears spiteful.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Gabton Wobbblast, a beligerent male gnome. He is a commoner who is traveling the world as a missionary.
  • Bablita Greasebit, a territorial male gnome. He is a bard who is seeking thrills and adventure.
  • Davic Blackidge, a self-obsessed male half-orc. He is an aristocrat who is doing something secret.
  • Danic Bartoell, a nihilistic male half-orc. He is a commoner who is cleaning out a slum.
  • Ruzg Backcracker, a shifty female half-orc. She is an expert who is finding work as a healer.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Hinscreek:

  • The Hungry Oarhouse Legal Partners [+]
  • The Singing Darkroot Ship Repair [+]
  • The Rusty Snake Inc. [+]
  • The Old Beer Bows R Us [+]
  • The Wistful Mug Outlet [+]
  • The Cloven Ent Inc. [+]
  • The Wandering Cesspit Furs [+]
  • The Warm Wolfhound Rugs [+]
  • The Whistling Rose Inc. [+]
  • The White Frog Inpirationsl Waters [+]
  • The Wet Riverside Meat Handlers [+]
  • The Smiling Ent Bakery [+]
  • The Burly Oarhouse Package Delivery [+]
  • The Crossed Frog Inc. [+]