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Welcome to Drakemead!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 7,836
  • Children: 30.64% (2,401)
  • Elderly: 11.24% (881)

Racial Breakdown

  • 4,020 gnome (51.3%)
  • 2,563 half-elf (32.7%)
  • 1,192 half-orc (15.2%)
  • 61 other (0.7%)

Misc.

  • 3 Districts
  • 179 Businesses
  • 1,160 Specialists
  • 828 Residences

Summary [-]

Drakemead is a small city in the Moolmanica Province with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate small city is densely populated (13,114/sq km), covers 0.60 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 874 meters.

Climate [-]

Drakemead has a Dry-Summer Subtropical climate, which is characterized by warm and dry summers with mild and wet winters, and has spring, summer, fall and winter seasons. Winds in the region are mild and the temperature is generally mild with moderate variation. Precipitation is trivial, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Drakemead sees a single star overhead: Cej, an average red star. Drakemead also has a double moon: Spome, an average briliant silver moon and Theka, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a sturdy marble enclosure that is 18 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.27 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 6 roads leading to Drakemead; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with even cobblestone paths in a ray pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: arena, trade, and industry.

Government [-]

Drakemead 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 satisfactory. Officials in Drakemead are often seen as fair and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Drakemead in the region is steady due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Drakemead is ruled by Steward Mick Peterinson. The Steward has been in power for mere days and is ridiculed by the people. There is secret opposition to the Steward and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained through vague promises and a constant state of hope.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a mobsters, who can be bribed. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is rampant. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 0.34% of the population (27 adults).

Military [-]

Drakemead has a negative attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 1018 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 489 (6.25%). Of the active duty military, 48 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their negative attitude and sturdy enclosure, Drakemead is perfectly fortified. Drakemead fighters are mocked for their use of spiked clubs in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered greatly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Drakemead is currently failing.

Resources [-]

Drakemead is known for the following resources:

  • Tame beaver colonies that are hunted by kittens.
  • Abundant peacock musters that are frequented by magic users.
  • Bamboo patches that are avoided by unicorns. One might dig up piles of rubies hidden around somewhere.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Some time ago, the townsfolk of Berholt lived in harmony. Things were quiet, but one day a spirit named Rinfort Tesbreaker took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The townsfolk tried to kill Rinfort Tesbreaker, but didn't get close. Along came a half-orc named Thammush Legcracker, who was a sneaky thief. Thammush had an idea to slay the spirit by making a wager with Rinfort Tesbreaker. When Thammush Legcracker faced the spirit, Thammush Legcracker tricked Rinfort Tesbreaker.
  • Years ago, the villagers of New Callget Hold lived in harmony. Things were always nice, but one day an evil minotaur named Khalzin seh Yeral took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The villagers tried to kill Khalzin seh Yeral, but didn't get close. Along came a shifty elf named Illhiaanae Skywatch, who was a sneaky thief. Illhiaanae had an idea to slay the minotaur by causing a distraction while others struck. When Illhiaanae Skywatch faced the minotaur, Illhiaanae Skywatch killed the minotaur and rescued the hostages.
  • In the olden days, an old man hunted the fields. Folks say that the old man will sneeze three times, then steal your soul.

Events [-]

Drakemead is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will pay in gold. Contact Fal Gamlady.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome cockatrices required. References required. Will pay in gold. Contact Tilkaro.
  • Looking for something new? Bounty for carniverous butterflies, dead or alive. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Haarigtars Wolfshine.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward is a secret. Experienced professionals only. Contact Alehiaiyn Hawkstar.
  • Looking for something new? Hearty souls needed to recover stolen shovel. Experienced professionals only. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Erhialleu Nightwatch.
  • Require an instructor learned in morbid obesity research to tutor my child. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Jamey Kleinman.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward available. Contact Kia Wobbfiz.
  • Help Needed: Durdin Slatefist has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will reward you with a land deed. Must not smell. Contact Yop.
  • Warrior seeks apprentice. Will pay in gold. Contact Zok Giantrender.
  • Help Needed: Hearty souls needed to recover stolen valuables. Reward is a secret. Contact Ghezin fe S'hooral to learn more.
  • Needed: whiskey tester wanted. Will pay in gold. Contact Erinkillian Grimkan.
  • Help Wanted: Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Must provide your own transportation. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Kurm Greatbasher.
  • Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather owlbear beak due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Will reward you with a land deed. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Cairrun Tesstride.
  • lizards-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Ilvariyn Dewsky to learn more.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Special attire required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Tbexn Metaldamn.

People [-]

The people in Drakemead love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Rhuz Necksnapper is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a mediocre grocer. She appears gosipy.
  • Carita Rocketbun is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a gifted pastrycook. He appears impatient.
  • Kia Greasefuel is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a decent leatherworker. He appears intimidating.
  • Ham Fusegauge is a male gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a decent salter. He appears insecure.
  • Jamey Peterman is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned ostler. He appears scattered.
  • Hew Rocketfuel is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a decent pursemaker. She appears thick.
  • Jo Whitard is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled seamstress. She appears patriotic.
  • Jamey Simonield is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent trader. She appears battle-ready.
  • Tor Fusebun is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a decent herbalist. He appears resentful.
  • Don Maron is a female half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled apothecary. She appears nervous.
  • Faetaen Stillform is a male half-elf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled painter. He appears patriotic.
  • Erlenlas Aleandrake is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a decent cobbler. She appears pacifistic.
  • Alenalssa Nightdawn is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a reasonably skilled herbalist. She appears healthy.
  • Don Brangham is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a renowned adventurer. She appears self-obsessed.
  • Jo Brownling is a female half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled professor. She appears battle-ready.
  • Allitsy Tiddlyjet is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled cartwright. She appears scattered.
  • Elnallas Farwater is a female half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked cobbler. She appears gosipy.
  • Bealey Rocketscope is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a renowned bookseller. She appears scattered.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Prithul, a prejudiced female mindflayer. She is a rogue who is doing something impossible.
  • Gordal Dullbattler, a smug male half-dwarf. He is a wizard who is traveling with an important person.
  • Gwaartai Freaniears, an authoritarian male elf. He is a fighter who is finding a missing sibling.
  • Zit, a territorial male oddball. He is a wizard who is here to secretly assassinate a ruler.
  • Don Morgton, a nosy female lycanthrope. She is an adept who is delivering a message to a merchant.
  • Perborn Burrowsshadow, an egotistical male halfling. He is a sorcerer who is cleaning out a monster infestation.
  • S'hoorzin se S'herzor, an embittered female lizardfolk. She is an expert who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Jamry Corson, an egotistical female human. She is a commoner who is following the voices.
  • Jam Greenll, a jaded male half-orc. He is a druid who is seeing the world.
  • Zramurz Legbreaker The Gray, a grieving male bugbear. He is a rogue who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Ghezin fe S'hoorssen, a resentful male lizardfolk. He is a fighter who is here to secretly assassinate a peasant.
  • Vothkaro, a scattered female troglodyte. She is a commoner who is finding a missing nemesis.
  • Grunrun Grandgrave, an exhausted androgynous deep dwarf. It is a fighter who is on a mission to collect a debt.
  • Surpg, a solemn male troglodyte. He is a commoner who is finding a missing heir.
  • Throril Ambersapper, a jaded male dwarf. He is a commoner who is doing something secret.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Drakemead:

  • The Stinky Riverside House of Colors [+]
  • The Merry Mead Pub [+]
  • The Tipsy Giant Supplies [+]
  • The Noisy Well Inc. [+]
  • The Grumbling Wig Inc. [+]
  • The Puking Cesspit Our Motto Is the Buckle Stops Here [+]
  • The Cardinal Pot Postal Service [+]
  • The Elegant Hen Shop [+]
  • The Wrong Eagle Pile [+]
  • The Tipsy Peacock Supplies [+]
  • The Drinking Weasels Herbalist [+]
  • The Happy Dungeon Mill [+]
  • The Smiling Axe Sweet House [+]
  • The Randy Halflings Amory [+]
  • The Shallow Hearthstone Timber Mill [+]
  • The Musty Hen Shoppe [+]
  • The Snoring Troll Healers [+]
  • The New Peddler Inc. [+]