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Welcome to Lanetop!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 2,070
  • Children: 18.02% (373)
  • Elderly: 20.24% (419)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,017 half-dwarf (49.1%)
  • 551 human (26.6%)
  • 255 dwarf (12.3%)
  • 187 elf (9%)
  • 35 other (1.6%)
  • 25 half-orc (1.2%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 97 Businesses
  • 270 Specialists
  • 269 Residences

Summary [-]

Lanetop is a town in the Britkan County with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile town is moderately populated (6,049/sq km), covers 0.34 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 657 meters.

Climate [-]

Lanetop has a Moist Subtropical climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and wet winters, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are continual and the temperature is generally unbearably cold with minor variation. Precipitation is excessive, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Lanetop sees a binary star overhead: Uux, a supermassive yellow star and Lux, a small red star. Lanetop also has a single moon: Sinodothys, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see three celestial objects: a massive galaxy that has been around for millenia, a massive asteroid belt that has been around for centuries, and an imposing nearby planet that has been around for only a few years.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a pristine limestone stockade that is 5 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.54 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 6 roads leading to Lanetop; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with smooth dirt roads in a wheel and spoke pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Lanetop 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 horribly inefficient. Officials in Lanetop are often seen as upright and the policies are hated. The political influence of Lanetop in the region is receding due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population comes together and fights as one.

Leader [-]

Lanetop is ruled by Steward Snorrin Roarstomach. The Steward has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is revered by the people. There is open opposition to the Steward and policies. The right to rule was granted by foreign imposition, and that power is maintained through financial oppression.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city watch, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being fines.

Crime [-]

Crime is unheard of. The most common crime is domestic disturbance. The imprisonment rate is 1.74% of the population (36 adults).

Military [-]

Lanetop has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 310 citizens (15%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 150 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 12 (4%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and pristine stockade, Lanetop is admirably fortified. Lanetop fighters are much maligned for their use of shortbows in battle. They are ridiculed for their phlanyx formations and are considered reasonably well skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Lanetop is currently lively.

Resources [-]

Lanetop is known for the following resources:

  • An old battle field inhabited by defenseless cormorants that are hunted by gru. One might dig up a chest containing silver in a nearby pit.
  • Creepy cork trees that are hunted by witches. One might find piles of kitten mittens in a dungeon.
  • Timber forests that are visited frequently by locals. Bon Tinkercog said one might find a chest containing silver in a well.
  • Substantial peat bogs that are frequented by travelers. Rumors tell of bags of penis sheathes in a tomb nearby.
  • Carnivorous cobra quivers that are frequented by magic users.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, the townsfolk of Archtle lived in harmony. Things were peaceful, but one day a monster named Surpraz slayed a local hero. The townsfolk tried to stop the monster, but failed miserably. Along came Borbin Earthhall the dwarf, who was a sneaky thief. Borbin had the thought to slay the monster by causing a distraction while others struck. When Borbin Earthhall faced the monster, Borbin Earthhall defeated Surpraz.
  • Long, long ago, the royals of Hoplia thrived. Things were quiet, but one day a spirit named Drodd Bonecracker slayed a local hero. The royals tried to kill Drodd Bonecracker, but didn't get close. Along came a healthy bugbear named Rhosuul Skullcrusher, who was an expert bowman. Rhosuul had an idea to slay the spirit by killing the spirit while he slept. When Rhosuul Skullcrusher faced the spirit, Rhosuul Skullcrusher killed the spirit and rescued the hostages.
  • Legends tell of Tudot's Painting, a magical painting with the ability to solve any riddle. It mysteriously disappeared.
  • Legends tell of Xuuk's Rose, a magical rose with the knack to speak for itself. It was last seen years ago.

Events [-]

Lanetop is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Looking for work? wood carving contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Must be quick on your feet. Will owe you a huge favor. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Brunk Foulmurder.
  • Bored? Missing bracelet. We suspect cockatrices are the culprit. No pay until task is completed successfully. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Alli Wizzblast.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. No pay until task is completed successfully. Will owe you a huge favor. Guild membership required. Contact Narog Ogrestomach.
  • Wanted: Yerzin ahn Ghessen has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Reward available. Contact Dit for further details.
  • Someone stole my wagon wheel. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Bot.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Will owe you a huge favor. May include some hazards. Contact Nhushob Headkiller.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward is a priceless heirloom. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Jo Davtone.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Must be a quick learner. Will pay in gold. May include some hazards. Contact Xodadr Oozerender.
  • Help Wanted: Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Safety not guaranteed. Reward available. Contact Not.
  • Need a change of pace? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome derros required. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Baiok Longis.
  • brawling contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will pay in gold. Contact Dav Francman.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Abarin Brandyblade.

People [-]

The people in Lanetop love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Zrogt Armnor is a male half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre innkeeper. He appears deluded.
  • Barbor Wisevault is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled tanner. He appears smug.
  • Kuzgarz Backcrusher The Brave is a male half-orc who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled undertaker. He appears pious.
  • Barkon Clashingblade is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a decent smith. He appears quiet.
  • Ilylentel Rilynnsworn is a female elf who is known in the world as being a skilled good samaritan. She appears patronizing.
  • Jamey Davidand is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled innkeeper. She appears resentful.
  • Snorbor Oilvest is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled painter. She appears territorial.
  • Ghol Moknor is a female half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled locksmith. She appears clumsy.
  • Deltlas Dewcloak is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent pastrycook. She appears beligerent.
  • Jo Fercombe is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled glovemaker. She appears patronizing.
  • Rhutz Headsnapper is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a decent wine seller. She appears territorial.
  • Grungar Grandmill is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned cartwright. He appears cowed.
  • Micke Antonngton is a female human who is known in the world as being a renowned armorer. She appears worrying.
  • Daves Goodan is a male human who is known in that part of town as being a decent actor. He appears resentful.
  • Jam Giacoing is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a decent painter. She appears xenophobic.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Gozzer, a greedy female troglodyte. She is a commoner who is here to destroy a rumor.
  • Tomita Wizzgadget, a self-obsessed female oddball. She is a commoner who is traveling the world as a missionary.
  • Gav Greasejet, a quiet androgynous gnome. It is a paladin who is finding a missing friend.
  • Gobal Eaglebranch, a guarded female ogre. She is a sorcerer who is doing something nefarious.
  • Brunk Evilhost, a contrarian female goblin. She is a ranger who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Cinia Entramist, an unreliable male minotaur. He is an adept who is following rediscovered ancient lore.
  • Dav Jackord, an unreliable male lycanthrope. He is a commoner who is finding a missing parent.
  • Bromir Onyxkeep, an exhausted male deep dwarf. He is an expert who is fleeing an assassin.
  • Sekas Spiritrunner, a vengeful male minotaur. He is a cleric who is here to destroy a rumor.
  • Adaxie Wobbgadget, a smug female gnome. She is a bard who is seeing the world.
  • Suddorg Headkiller, an exhausted male half-orc. He is a fighter who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.
  • Rugemt Greathowl, a solemn female goblin. She is a druid who is here to buy spices.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Lanetop:

  • The Broken Wench Leatherworks [+]
  • The Dirty Princess City Guard [+]
  • The Chipped Snake Inc. [+]
  • The Wobbly Helix Inn [+]
  • The Crimson Song Inc. [+]
  • The Warm Wig Night Smiths [+]
  • The Merry Paladin Brewery [+]
  • The Slumbering Peacock Study [+]
  • The Divine Octopus Clinic [+]
  • The Broken Bull Leatherworks [+]
  • The Tired Elves Supplies [+]
  • The Slaughtered Days Poor House [+]
  • The Twisted Dwarf Shoppe [+]
  • The Randy Ent Gaol [+]
  • The Musty Well Gloves [+]