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Welcome to Lidnow!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 4,042
  • Children: 13.83% (559)
  • Elderly: 23.23% (939)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,161 half-dwarf (28.7%)
  • 1,064 gnome (26.3%)
  • 926 halfling (22.9%)
  • 558 elf (13.8%)
  • 275 dwarf (6.8%)
  • 58 other (1.4%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 129 Businesses
  • 585 Specialists
  • 450 Residences

Summary [-]

Lidnow is a large town in the Greater Umbem Region with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile large town is moderately populated (7,775/sq km), covers 0.52 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 813 meters.

Climate [-]

Lidnow 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 soft and the temperature is generally chilly with strong variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Lidnow sees a trinary star overhead: Bekub, an average white star; Uukor, an average yellow star; and Lur, an average blue star. Lidnow also has a single moon: Thele, an average light blue moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a destroyed slate partition that is 16 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.84 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 4 roads leading to Lidnow; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with crude cobblestone streets in a contour-forming pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, fine shops, and professional.

Government [-]

Lidnow is governed through a dictatorship, where the ruler or small clique wield absolute power (not restricted by a constitution or laws). The government as a whole is seen as the pinnacle of inefficiency. Officials in Lidnow are often seen as incorruptible and the policies are mocked. The political influence of Lidnow in the region is spreading due to food shortages in the region. In times of crisis, the population turns against itself.

Leader [-]

Lidnow is ruled by Warlord Anka. The Warlord has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is hated by the people. There is no visible opposition to the Warlord and policies. The right to rule was granted by constitution, and that power is maintained through spying and assassination.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a roving thieves, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being community service.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.17% of the population (7 adults).

Military [-]

Lidnow has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 525 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 293 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 18 (3.5%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and destroyed partition, Lidnow is excellently fortified. Lidnow fighters are ridiculed for their use of light crossbows in battle. They are mocked for their guerrilla warfare and are considered properly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Lidnow is currently shaky.

Resources [-]

Lidnow is known for the following resources:

  • An old tower inhabited by tame caterpillars that are avoided by unicorns. Somoeone said someone found a stash of emeralds in a well.
  • Huge carnivorous spider clusters that are avoided by unicorns.
  • Coconut plantations that are avoided by gru. Rugerm Bigstomach said one might dig up piles of diamonds in a tomb nearby.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times gone by, a monster named Muba lingered in the fields. Commoners say that if you face him, you will be killed.
  • Long ago, a spirit named S'herssen roamed the swamps. People say that if you caught him, you will be stricken blind.
  • Years ago, an old woman haunted the swamps every six years. People say that the old woman will ask a favor of you, then eat you.
  • In days gone by, a Boogyman hunted the region when the wind blows from the north and was drawn towards misbehaving children. They say that the Boogyman will ask a favor of you, then banish you if you are cruel.
  • Many years ago, a wizard named Khalssen wandered the fields. Folks say that if you face her, you will die within 24 hours.

Events [-]

Lidnow is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Help Needed: Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Special attire required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Alatai Cyredsworn.
  • seed spitting contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Reward available. Contact Ssz'k'morn if interested.
  • Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Goduk Rocksnout.
  • Wanted: unknown potion tester wanted. Reward is a secret. Contact Xuet Metaldamn.
  • Bounty for beaky brain monsters, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Kilpair for more details.
  • Help Wanted: I have carniverous butterflies in my basement, plz halp! Will reward you with valuable information. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Danes Robertridge.
  • I have quazits in my basement, plz halp! Must be a quick learner. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Xodun Ironrender.
  • Missing relic. We suspect homuncului are the culprit. May include some hazards. Reward available. Contact Dave Shein.
  • Thammuh Legbreaker has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Reward available. No previous experience required. Contact Guduk Eagleroot.
  • Bounty for cockatrices, dead or alive. Mild danger may be involved. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Bligg Mokkiller.
  • Wanted: Looking for work? brawling contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Danes Franerson to learn more.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will owe you a huge favor. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Morrun Ratmill if interested.
  • Bored? Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Reward is a secret. Must be a quick learner. Contact Kratguk Skullcrusher.

People [-]

The people in Lidnow hate outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Nintsy Tiddlyscope is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a decent stablehand. She appears gluttonous.
  • Elne Bracebarrel is a male halfling who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled weaponsmith. He appears homesick.
  • Ernalava Kindstrike is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned jeweler. She appears spiteful.
  • Gwalantars Bladedawn is a male elf who is known in the city as being a skilled beer seller. He appears gluttonous.
  • Malvin Cogglebun is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a decent lumberjack. She appears grieving.
  • Joey Kleinville is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled roofer. She appears mocking.
  • Dronir Clawkeep is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre mason. He appears cautious.
  • Arbin Jadebarrel is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled mason. He appears loud.
  • Grunorin Blackforge is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a gifted armorer. He appears prejudiced.
  • Tulva Cobblebun is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a gifted soldier. He appears impatient.
  • Beaeno Gearjet is a male gnome who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled plasterer. He appears accusatory.
  • Dane Jamell is a male half-dwarf who is known in the region as being a skilled tavern. He appears smitten.
  • Alelenlas Softstrike is a male elf who is known in the region as being a decent dyer. He appears pious.
  • Don Jackfield is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled entertainer. He appears smitten.
  • Adamirada Curlyflower is a male halfling who is known in the region as being a skilled haymerchant. He appears attentive.
  • Durkon Granitesmelter is a female dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a mediocre wine seller. She appears accusatory.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Tulnk Tiddlyfuel, a jesterly female gnome. She is a commoner who is cleaning out a bug infestation.
  • Elaarttars Brightshield, an outlandish male elf. He is a commoner who is finding work as a healer.
  • Grimbin Lumberblood, a worrying male dwarf. He is a commoner who is finding a long-lost parent.
  • Pergrimly Overmind, a melancholy female halfling. She is a monk who is seeking healing for a crippling injury.
  • Grimbul Stronggoblet, a shifty male half-dwarf. He is a druid who is cleaning out a slum.
  • Alavaraen Hunithrun, a skeptical female elf. She is an adept who is seeing the world.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Lidnow:

  • The Dew Lion Guard House [+]
  • The Burly Pig Leatherworks [+]
  • The Cardinal Nomad Mail Service [+]
  • The Fallen Princess Inc. [+]
  • The Old Pig Bows R Us [+]
  • The Twisted Demon Shop [+]
  • The Lonely Dead Inc. [+]
  • The Slumbering Greyhound Reference Center [+]
  • The Dwarven Eagle Shop [+]
  • The Worn Mead Shrine [+]
  • The Vulgar Bill Furs [+]
  • The Flabby Willow . [+]
  • The Warm Thunderbird Rugs [+]
  • The Crossed Dead Inc. [+]
  • The Stinky Hops Color Shop [+]
  • The Ripped Hen Inc. [+]