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Welcome to Harperbova!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,296
  • Children: 13.43% (174)
  • Elderly: 23.46% (304)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,274 half-elf (98.3%)
  • 22 other (1.6%)

Misc.

  • 7 Districts
  • 67 Businesses
  • 141 Specialists
  • 164 Residences

Summary [-]

Harperbova is a small town in the Western Picamou County with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate small town is nominally populated (3,215/sq km), covers 0.40 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 713 meters.

Climate [-]

Harperbova 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 non-existent and the temperature is generally cool with strong variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Harperbova sees a binary star overhead: Luk, an average yellow star and Sir, an average orange star. Harperbova also has a single moon: Himaka, an average pale yellow moon. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: a massive asteroid belt that has been around for all eternity and an imposing black hole that has been around for millenia.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a cracking mud brick palisade that is 3 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.96 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Harperbova; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with irregular cobblestone streets in a ray pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, education, arena, racial, trade, and professional.

Government [-]

Harperbova is governed through an oligarchy, where control is exercised by a small group of individuals whose authority generally is based on wealth or power. The government as a whole is seen as surprisingly skillful. Officials in Harperbova are often seen as crooked and the policies are honored. The political influence of Harperbova in the region is spreading due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population overcomes their differences.

Leader [-]

Harperbova is ruled by President Grumdin Platinumgoblet. The President has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is despised by the people. There is no visible opposition to the President and policies. The right to rule was granted by constitution, and that power is maintained through the support of merchant groups.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a racketeers, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being indentured servitude.

Crime [-]

Crime is unheard of. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 1.47% of the population (19 adults).

Military [-]

Harperbova has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 191 citizens (14.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 71 (5.5%). Of the active duty military, 6 (3.25%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and cracking palisade, Harperbova is reasonably well fortified. Harperbova fighters are despised for their use of unarmed combat in battle. They are much maligned for their frenzied fighting and are considered moderately skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Harperbova is currently good.

Resources [-]

Harperbova is known for the following resources:

  • A magical fort inhabited by dangerous elephants that are visited frequently by unicorns. Somoeone said someone found a chest containing kitten mittens in a well.
  • A cursed cave inhabited by defenseless apes that are frequented by locals. Dave Petrman said somoeone said someone found a chest containing gold in a dungeon.
  • Substantial poisonous beaver colonies that are visited frequently by unicorns.
  • Timber forests that are hunted by townspeople. One might dig up a stash of iron maidens in a tomb nearby.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In days gone by, the constable of Donnellman lived happily. Things were quiet, but one day a serial killer named Obsog Necknor slayed a local hero. The constable tried to stop the serial killer, but were caught. Along came Anka the troglodyte, who was a sneaky thief. Anka had an idea to slay the serial killer by making a wager with Obsog Necknor. When Anka faced the serial killer, Anka defeated Obsog Necknor and rescued the hostages.
  • Legends tell of Kzezn's Painting, a special painting with the knack to grant wishes. It disappeared after an attack by bandits.
  • Legends tell of James' Mirror, a magical mirror with the ability to find any item. It mysteriously disappeared.
  • In times gone by, the constable of Fenshall lived in peace. Things were good, but one day a demon named Gozs kidnapped a princess. The constable tried to stop the demon, but failed miserably. Along came a troglodyte named Surpzer, who was a sneaky thief. Surpzer had an idea to slay the demon by using magic to banish it. When Surpzer faced the demon, Surpzer killed the demon.
  • In days gone by, an old woman haunted the woods. They say that the old woman will sneeze three times, then eat you.

Events [-]

Harperbova is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • lizards-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. No pay until task is completed successfully. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Jame Southliffe.
  • Help Needed: I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will pay in gold. Contact Mimum Skullripper.
  • I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward available. Contact Lik.
  • Rrogath Backcracker has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward is a secret. Contact Dave Tramhews.
  • A passing Druid is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will reward you with valuable information. Experienced professionals only. Contact Surpraz.
  • Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will pay in gold. Contact Mkasr Oozegloom.
  • Help! I have stirge in my basement, plz halp! Reward is a priceless heirloom. References required. Contact Cak.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Donic Claying.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Require an instructor learned in sorcery to tutor my child. Will owe you a huge favor. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Ghezor fe Gheal.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Faldal Strongbaker.
  • Help Needed: Want to earn some quick coin? Someone stole my bracelet. Find the louse, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Gavan Tinkerfuel.

People [-]

The people in Harperbova ignore outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Chanallleu Cyredblaze is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent haymerchant. He appears flirtatious.
  • Jame Corsford is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a reasonably skilled wagoneer. She appears flirtatious.
  • Belrigai Softsun is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a mediocre entertainer. He appears nihilistic.
  • Adanalai Wintergrove is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled bucklemaker. He appears gluttonous.
  • Dan Matgton is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a gifted sheriff. He appears trusting.
  • Gwahiatel Dawnwalker is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a reasonably skilled lawyer. She appears self-obsessed.
  • Larnaliyn Norreweaver is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a gifted leatherworker. She appears mopey.
  • Elanaltel Earthrose is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a decent adventurer. He appears shifty.
  • Done Roseerton is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a skilled mason. He appears cautious.
  • Filnalssa Shadowbough is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a gifted dyer. He appears smug.
  • Mickey Jacken is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled leatherworker. He appears solemn.
  • Jame Clayill is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled sage. She appears egotistical.
  • Mick Petrtone is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a mediocre glovemaker. He appears nosy.
  • Mickry Andreleton is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a decent cooper. She appears nervous.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Co Wetroarer, a contrarian male halfling. He is an expert who is seeking honest work.
  • Dan Antonidge, a helpful female half-dwarf. She is a cleric who is following a message from an angel.
  • Dan Matham, an apologetic female human. She is a commoner who is following rediscovered ancient lore.
  • Yorbul Opalshoulder, a lonely female half-dwarf. She is a commoner who is delivering a message to a peasant.
  • Aeslenai Auvreawater, a gambling female elf. She is a commoner who is seeing the world.
  • Shaman Klobb Backsnapper, a prejudiced female half-orc. She is a commoner who is fleeing from forced labor.
  • Mhugt Legripper, a shifty female half-orc. She is an expert who is fleeing a bad family situation.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Harperbova:

  • The Happy Pot Mill [+]
  • The Punchin' Fig Locksmith [+]
  • The Musty House Glove Makers [+]
  • The Slippery Jade Cloth [+]
  • The Slippery Beauty Fabrics [+]
  • The Fumbling Rock Fine Books [+]
  • The Raging Dog Arena [+]
  • The Lost Dog Inc. [+]
  • The Wistful Giant Store [+]
  • The Sterling Frogs Studio [+]
  • The Drunken Knife Jewelers [+]
  • The Colored Swagger Dry Goods [+]
  • The Dirty Frog Guard House [+]
  • The Bottomless Pot Sport House [+]