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Welcome to Crawvale!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,430
  • Children: 20.84% (298)
  • Elderly: 18.18% (260)

Racial Breakdown

  • 900 half-orc (62.9%)
  • 324 elf (22.6%)
  • 103 half-dwarf (7.2%)
  • 89 dwarf (6.2%)
  • 14 other (0.9%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 74 Businesses
  • 159 Specialists
  • 164 Residences

Summary [-]

Crawvale is a small town in the Umbnah District with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile small town is moderately populated (3,739/sq km), covers 0.38 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 695 meters.

Climate [-]

Crawvale has a Tropical Seasonal Forest climate, which is characterized by constant high temperatures and seasonal torrential rains, and has rainy and dry seasons. Winds in the region are breezy and the temperature is generally pleasant with little variation. Precipitation is strong, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Crawvale sees a binary star overhead: Uul, an average orange star and Luk, a large white star. Crawvale also has a single moon: Sinomethys, a supermassive briliant silver moon. In the night sky, you see three celestial objects: a massive nearby planet that has been around for decades, a massive black hole that has been around for all eternity, and an imposing supernova that has been around for millenia.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a solid conglomerate stone fortification that is 3 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.51 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Crawvale; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with smooth cobblestone streets in a fragmented parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Crawvale is governed through a federation, where sovereign power is formally divided between a central authority and a number of constituent regions. The government as a whole is seen as efficient. Officials in Crawvale are often seen as reasonable and the policies are hated. The political influence of Crawvale in the region is wilting due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population comes together and fights as one.

Leader [-]

Crawvale is ruled by General Rugoten Greatdoom. The General has been in power for a few months and is mocked by the people. There is minor opposition to the General and policies. The right to rule was granted by hereditary succession, and that power is maintained through a knowledgeable and just populace.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a grifters, but are loosely enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being fines.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 1.61% of the population (23 adults).

Military [-]

Crawvale has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 214 citizens (15%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 85 (6%). Of the active duty military, 11 (5.5%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and solid fortification, Crawvale is properly fortified. Crawvale fighters are despised for their use of axes in battle. They are much maligned for their phlanyx formations and are considered reasonably well skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Crawvale is currently weak.

Resources [-]

Crawvale is known for the following resources:

  • A creepy gazebo inhabited by poisonous scorpions that are avoided by townspeople. Teb said rumors tell of a stash of saphires in a well.
  • A haunted castle inhabited by defenseless kittens that are feared by magic users.
  • Substantial guano banks that are feared by unicorns.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In days gone by, a devil named Yeral stalked the field and was drawn towards murderers. Some say that if you face him, you will die within 24 hours.
  • Some time ago, the royals of Amadew lived in harmony. Things were quiet, but one day Glugb Backcracker the serial killer destroyed a nearby village. The royals tried to kill Glugb Backcracker, but failed miserably. Along came a nervous minotaur named Gaiki Armiwind, who was a skilled storyteller. Gaiki had a plan to trick the serial killer by causing a distraction while others struck. When Gaiki Armiwind faced the serial killer, Gaiki Armiwind defeated Glugb Backcracker.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a spirit named Rbeb frequented the woods and was drawn towards acts of greed. Some say that if you see her, you will be eaten alive.
  • Legends tell of Dav's Lasso, a unique lasso with the knack to find any item. It disappeared after an attack by bandits.

Events [-]

Crawvale is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Need a change of pace? I'm looking for rare rats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will pay in gold. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Contact Dav Kleinliffe.
  • Hearty souls needed to recover stolen lucky stone. Will owe you a huge favor. Guild membership required. Contact Mickry Castewicz if interested.
  • Wanted: saddle tester wanted. Must be a quick learner. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Mal Tiddlycog.
  • drinking contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Reward available. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Contact Grimmir Lighttun.
  • Someone stole my bracelet. Find the louse, dead or alive. Reward is a secret. Serious inquiries only. Contact Drogan Ivorynose.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will reward you with valuable information. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Donic Chaord.
  • Need a change of pace? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward available. Contact Cargan Cogglewink if intrigued.
  • Bored? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome darkmantles required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Alli Greasescope.
  • Looking for something new? lock picking contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Safety not guaranteed. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Nbog Foulhand for more details.
  • I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward available. Contact Donry Petergan.
  • I'm looking for rare rats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Aink Gearsprocket.

People [-]

The people in Crawvale are accepting of outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Alehiatel Whitewhisper is a male elf who is known in the city as being a renowned watercarrier. He appears patriotic.
  • Abaond Carbontun is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a legendary coach driver. He appears chatty.
  • Aesrigtars Duskingrisen is a female elf who is known in the region as being a skilled actor. She appears melancholy.
  • Mick Harinson is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a skilled actor. She appears conspirational.
  • Barbul Platinumleg is a male dwarf who is known in the region as being a mocked miller. He appears forgetful.
  • Durrim Whitecavern is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned tinker. He appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Adadin Silvergem is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre ropemaker. He appears self-obsessed.
  • Skabul Lightleg is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled jeweler. He appears impatient.
  • Abadin Granitehead is a female dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent outfitter. She appears prejudiced.
  • Haahiaava Stillwind is a male elf who is known in the city as being a decent timberwright. He appears attentive.
  • Balgan Foethrone is a female dwarf who is known in the world as being a skilled glassmaker. She appears drunken.
  • Haarigthil Melithriver is a female elf who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled rugmaker. She appears intimidated.
  • Grumnir Wavemill is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a skilled collier. He appears forbidding.
  • Garbin Onyxneck is a male dwarf who is known in the region as being a decent woodcarver. He appears nihilistic.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Jo VanGiacoorth, a gosipy male half-dwarf. He is a rogue who is seeking thrills and adventure.
  • Adalenai Longmist, an idealistic male drow. He is a monk who is here to buy slaves.
  • Falbor Bloodvest, a boastful male dwarf. He is a warrior who is traveling with an important person.
  • Haaartaen Hunithheart, a scattered male half-elf. He is a wizard who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Larlanava Shadowfeather, a healthy female drow. She is a commoner who is doing something secret.
  • Jam Jameter, an embittered female half-dwarf. She is an expert who is finding a long-lost parent.
  • Kia Thermocog, a territorial male gnome. He is an aristocrat who is finding a long-lost parent.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Crawvale:

  • The Frosty Clowns Shrine [+]
  • The Dirty Goblins Force [+]
  • The Flying Jade Shop [+]
  • The Punchin' Beauty Locksmith [+]
  • The Hungry Alicorn House of Law [+]
  • The Slade Clowns Poor House [+]
  • The Drinking Halfling Herbalist [+]
  • The Hanging Whisper Mill [+]
  • The Pink Hammer Wine Shoppe [+]
  • The Singing Swagger Book Smith [+]
  • The Vulgar Pig Furs [+]
  • The Refuge Grog Inc. [+]
  • The Vulgar Rouge Furs [+]
  • The Hilltop Well Star Gazers [+]