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Welcome to Altenland!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 3,826
  • Children: 20.49% (784)
  • Elderly: 18.48% (707)

Racial Breakdown

  • 2,292 half-dwarf (59.9%)
  • 835 human (21.8%)
  • 272 half-elf (7.1%)
  • 161 gnome (4.2%)
  • 104 half-orc (2.7%)
  • 92 halfling (2.4%)
  • 70 other (1.8%)

Misc.

  • 6 Districts
  • 123 Businesses
  • 528 Specialists
  • 480 Residences

Summary [-]

Altenland is a large town in the Picakaneese Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile large town is moderately populated (7,666/sq km), covers 0.50 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 797 meters.

Climate [-]

Altenland 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 excessive, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Altenland sees a trinary star overhead: Bek, a large yellow star; Uur, a massive red star; and Lun, a small yellow star. Altenland also has a single moon: Thero, an average pale yellow moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a polished marble wall that is 5 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.53 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Altenland; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with bumpy dirt tracks in a fragmented parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Altenland is governed through a totalitarian government, where the government subordinates individuals by controlling all political and economic matters, as well as the attitudes, values, and beliefs. The government as a whole is seen as minimally competent. Officials in Altenland are often seen as trustworthy and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Altenland in the region is broadening due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population rallies behind its leaders.

Leader [-]

Altenland is ruled by Despot Kemt Metalshadow. The Despot has been in power for years and is mocked by the people. There is peaceful opposition to the Despot and policies. The right to rule was granted by consensus, and that power is maintained through vague promises and a constant state of hope.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a city guard, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a kangaroo court, with a common punishment being community service.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 0.13% of the population (5 adults).

Military [-]

Altenland has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 487 citizens (12.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 267 (7%). Of the active duty military, 21 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and polished wall, Altenland is excellently fortified. Altenland fighters are ridiculed for their use of heavy crossbows in battle. They are mocked for their guerrilla warfare and are considered properly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Altenland is currently good.

Resources [-]

Altenland is known for the following resources:

  • An ancient cave inhabited by tame bats that are frequented by locals. Galdlaca Rivermane said somoeone said someone found a stash of emeralds hidden around somewhere.
  • A haunted mine inhabited by tame peacocks that are feared by locals. Somoeone said someone found a stash of diamonds in a dungeon.
  • An ancient battle field inhabited by defenseless quails that are feared by magic users.
  • A creepy battle field inhabited by poisonous quails that are hunted by wenches.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the olden days, the royals of DeGrundyovka lived in peace. Things were quiet, but one day Zat the serial killer destroyed a nearby village. The royals tried to kill Zat, but were caught. Along came Zit the kobold, who was a skilled storyteller. Zit had an idea to slay the serial killer by making a wager with Zat. When Zit faced the serial killer, Zit killed the serial killer and rescued the hostages.
  • In days gone by, the townsfolk of Batridge Vista lived in harmony. Things were peaceful, but one day an evil wizard named Vothg slayed a local hero. The townsfolk tried to stop the wizard, but didn't get close. Along came a kobold named Fax, who was a valiant knight. Fax had a plan to trick the wizard by making a wager with Vothg. When Fax faced the wizard, Fax defeated Vothg and rescued Batridge Vista.
  • Many years ago, the royals of Burltow lived in harmony. Things were always nice, but one day Daduk Rocksnout the monster kidnapped a princess. The royals tried to stop the monster, but failed miserably. Along came a jaded dwarf named Drorim Holykeg, who was an expert bowman. Drorim had the thought to slay the monster by causing a distraction while others struck. When Drorim Holykeg faced the monster, Drorim Holykeg banished Daduk Rocksnout and rescued Burltow.
  • In the days of yore, an old woman stalked the world during a red moon. Commoners say that the old woman will sneeze three times, then carry you away.

Events [-]

Altenland is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Help Wanted: I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Diggor Armsnapper.
  • unknown potion tester wanted. Will pay in gold. No pay until task is completed successfully. Must not smell. Contact Halvaraen Goldenstride.
  • carriage racing contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Reward is a secret. References required. Contact Joey Roseninson.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with valuable information. Must be a quick learner. Contact Kuk Laughcutter if interested.
  • Bounty for toads, dead or alive. Reward available. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Hurc if intrigued.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will pay in gold. Contact Ceeraz.
  • Monk seeks apprentice. May include some hazards. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Guild membership required. Contact Mickic Braman for more details.
  • Required: A passing Druid is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will pay in gold. Contact Klonrr.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Will reward you with valuable information. References required. Contact S'herzor ahn Ghezin.
  • hotdog eating contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will pay in gold. Contact Delleninne Freanishadow.
  • Poap Oakroot has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Rbet Ironbeast.
  • artifact tester wanted. May include some hazards. Reward available. Contact Habgash Headripper.
  • Help Needed: Aristocrat seeks apprentice. Reward is a secret. Contact Vesside.

People [-]

The people in Altenland are accepting of outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Joe Tramgan is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a skilled cutler. He appears clumsy.
  • Sratg Skullkiller is a male half-orc who is known in the city as being a mediocre saddler. He appears homesick.
  • Amagoldine Coldlot is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a mediocre ropemaker. He appears lovelorn.
  • Grimrin Wheeltoe is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled smith. She appears territorial.
  • Beakey Wizzscope is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a mediocre alchemist. He appears healthy.
  • Tomby Rocketscope is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a gifted timberwright. He appears scattered.
  • Gab Thermogauge is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled woodcarver. She appears self-obsessed.
  • Joes Francwell is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent bather. She appears scattered.
  • Gwaleniyn Bluedew is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled banker. He appears insecure.
  • Throkon Marblemoor is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a mediocre forester. He appears gambling.
  • Jam Peterter is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled bowyer. She appears quiet.
  • Gabva Rocketbun is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted bucklemaker. He appears gluttonous.
  • Jamry Sheill is a female human who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled mercer. She appears territorial.
  • Tolly Melicloak is a male halfling who is known in the city as being a skilled bookbinder. He appears easily offended.
  • Rhudduk Skullbreaker is a male half-orc who is known in the region as being a decent tinker. He appears battle-ready.
  • Gwanalai Eyllisgale is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled official. He appears giddy.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Perdi Hothearth, a forgetful female halfling. She is an adept who is doing something impossible.
  • Dabel Rockclaw, a smug female ogre. She is an expert who is here to secretly assassinate a ruler.
  • Tudadr Greatmurder, an outlandish female hobgoblin. She is a wizard who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Ser Farbot, a worrying female halfling. She is an expert who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Kia Greasecog, a lovelorn male oddball. He is a paladin who is on a mission from the gods.
  • Shazg Mokcracker, a gosipy androgynous bugbear. It is a sorcerer who is traveling with a circus.
  • Mbok Metalkill, a fatalistic male goblin. He is a fighter who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Ernalanae Goldrose, a gluttonous male elf. He is a commoner who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Dararttel Evenleaf, a battle-ready male drow. He is a commoner who is finding work as a skilled laborer.
  • Khalssen se Ghessen, a grieving male lizardfolk. He is a cleric who is here to secretly assassinate a thug.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Altenland:

  • The Salty Dwarves Lumberyard [+]
  • The Wandering Hatchet Night Smiths [+]
  • The Gritty Wine Wharf [+]
  • The Violet Maiden Farm [+]
  • The Ripped Hearthstone Inc. [+]
  • The Short Priest Bindary [+]
  • The Fallen Monkey Inc. [+]
  • The Squalid Wand Shoes [+]
  • The Lost Cavern Word Smiths [+]
  • The Grizzly Toad Docs [+]
  • The Severed Bunch Candle Maker [+]
  • The Lonely Cavern Inc. [+]
  • The Lazy Dwarves Cart Repairs [+]
  • The Sterling House Studio [+]
  • The Old Flame Fine Bows [+]
  • The Cloven Frog Inc. [+]