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Welcome to Lidderwater!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 463
  • Children: 14.47% (67)
  • Elderly: 22.68% (105)

Racial Breakdown

  • 362 human (78.1%)
  • 74 half-elf (15.9%)
  • 17 dwarf (3.6%)
  • 7 elf (1.5%)
  • 3 other (0.6%)

Misc.

  • 2 Districts
  • 16 Businesses
  • 21 Specialists
  • 57 Residences

Summary [-]

Lidderwater is a hamlet in the Chamarkandy Domain with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This modest hamlet is lightly populated (665/sq km), covers 0.70 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 944 meters.

Climate [-]

Lidderwater 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 chilly with minor variation. Precipitation is heavy, and the sky is mostly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Lidderwater sees a single star overhead: Mel, a large blue star. Lidderwater also has no moons. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: an imposing galaxy that has been around for decades and an imposing asteroid belt that has been around for all eternity.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

No walls currently surround the city.

Streets [-]

There are 2 roads leading to Lidderwater; 1 road is major. The city is lined with broken cobblestone streets in a fragmented parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market and trade.

Government [-]

Lidderwater 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 horribly inefficient. Officials in Lidderwater are often seen as reasonable and the policies are honored. The political influence of Lidderwater in the region is receding due to a thwarted assassination attempt. In times of crisis, the population squabbles amongst themselves.

Leader [-]

Lidderwater is ruled by General Dobel Eagleclaw. The General has been in power for several years and is praised by the people. There is secret opposition to the General and policies. The right to rule was granted by election, and that power is maintained through the acclaim of the nobles.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a mobsters, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being execution.

Crime [-]

Crime is unusual. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 1.08% of the population (5 adults).

Military [-]

Lidderwater has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 65 citizens (14.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 28 (6.25%). Of the active duty military, 2 (4%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and lack of defensible wall, Lidderwater is suitably fortified. Lidderwater fighters are revered for their use of halberds in battle. They are hated for their rigid formations and are considered tolerably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Lidderwater is currently stable.

Resources [-]

Lidderwater is known for the following resources:

  • Magic rubber trees that are avoided by magic users. The locals speak of bags of monkey wrenches hidden around somewhere.
  • Paltry bamboo stands that are frequented by unicorns. One might dig up a chest containing diamonds in a tomb nearby.
  • Tame quail bevies that are frequented by townspeople. Khalzin heh Ghezin said one might dig up piles of diamonds buried near there.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In the days of yore, a spirit named Yip wandered the world. Commoners say that if you caught him, you will be stricken blind unless you offer a sacrifice.
  • Long ago, an old man frequented the field when the wind blows from the south. Villagers say that the old man will offer you sweets, then imprison you.
  • Some time ago, the townsfolk of Great Dakvista Junction lived happily. Things were good, but one day an evil cyclops named Mhubgorg Backkiller destroyed a nearby village. The townsfolk tried to stop the cyclops, but were caught. Along came a goblin named Kzok Bladewiser, who was a sneaky thief. Kzok had an idea to slay the cyclops by causing a distraction while others struck. When Kzok Bladewiser faced the cyclops, Kzok Bladewiser banished Mhubgorg Backkiller.
  • Legends tell of Doney's Ring, a magical ring with the power to find any item. It has been lost for ages.
  • Way back when, a devil named Sobunk frequented the woods. Some say that if you caught her, you will be stricken deaf.

Events [-]

Lidderwater is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Help Wanted: wood carving contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Opportunity to earn a title. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Must be a quick learner. Contact Daduk Rockfang.
  • A passing Druid is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Trezn Rockbone.
  • I have rats in my basement, plz halp! Will pay in gold. Contact Adaartlleu Summerdew if interested.
  • Missing magic candle. We suspect squirrels are the culprit. Will pay in gold. Contact Grumrun Wiseshield for more details.
  • Wanted: Seeking inter-planar messenger. Must be quick on your feet. Will owe you a huge favor. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Donic Smithcroft if intrigued.
  • Bored? I'm looking for rare gremlins, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. May include some hazards. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Faenalanae Duskblaze.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Reward available. Contact Davry Davidin for further details.

People [-]

The people in Lidderwater hate outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Belartlas Killeweave is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled professor. She appears guarded.
  • Jame Andreing is a female human who is known in the world as being a decent librarian. She appears mopey.
  • Dave Smithter is a female human who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled watercarrier. She appears jesterly.
  • Aesartinne Ousseahunter is a female elf who is known in the region as being a mediocre alchemist. She appears grieving.
  • Throgar Roaraltar is a male dwarf who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled cobbler. He appears healthy.
  • Bardin Bearknee is a female dwarf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled brewer. She appears spiteful.
  • Davic Stanrell is a female human who is known in the city as being a mediocre brewer. She appears forgetful.
  • Bordin Honorfighter is a female dwarf who is known in the city as being a renowned undertaker. She appears clumsy.
  • Joey Whiteman is a male human who is known in the neighborhood as being a mocked woodcarver. He appears patronizing.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • James Bernaett, a battle-ready female human. She is a warrior who is here to buy slaves.
  • Ulgin Uglyhair, a forbidding female dwarf. She is an expert who is here to destroy an artifact.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Lidderwater:

  • The Bottomless Halflings Fish Camp [+]
  • The Fermented Silver Inc. [+]
  • The Orange Wench Firepit [+]
  • The White Twins Inc. [+]
  • The Deadly Grog House of Ill Repute [+]
  • The Gutted Halfling Harnesses [+]
  • The Grimy Octopus Pottery House [+]
  • The Open Cup Charcoalers [+]
  • The Cloven Cup Inc. [+]