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Welcome to Corndef!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 1,386
  • Children: 19.41% (269)
  • Elderly: 19.19% (266)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,346 half-elf (97.1%)
  • 24 elf (1.7%)
  • 16 other (1.1%)

Misc.

  • 5 Districts
  • 69 Businesses
  • 146 Specialists
  • 178 Residences

Summary [-]

Corndef is a small town in the Picaman Territory with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile small town is nominally populated (3,144/sq km), covers 0.44 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 748 meters.

Climate [-]

Corndef has a Temperate Deciduous Forest climate, which is characterized by warm and wet summers with mild and dry winters, and has prevernal, spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter seasons. Winds in the region are strong and the temperature is generally pleasant with little variation. Precipitation is heavy, and the sky is continually overcast.

Astronomy [-]

Corndef sees a binary star overhead: Lur, an average blue star and Men, an average yellow star. Corndef also has a single moon: Himaka, an average bone white moon. In the night sky, you see two celestial objects: a massive pulsar that has been around for only a few years and an imposing supernova that has been around for time immemorial.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a flimsy marble enclosure that is 15 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.59 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Corndef; 4 roads are major. The city is lined with irregular dirt tracks in a linear pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: racial, wealthy, entertainment, trade, and slums.

Government [-]

Corndef 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 Corndef are often seen as disreputable and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Corndef in the region is negligible due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population overcomes their differences.

Leader [-]

Corndef is ruled by Chancellor Ababul Crunchstomach. The Chancellor has been in power for mere days and is loved by the people. There is violent opposition to the Chancellor and policies. The right to rule was granted by divine will, and that power is maintained through the support of merchant groups.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a roving thieves, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by mob rule, with a common punishment being indentured servitude.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is fraud. The imprisonment rate is 1.44% of the population (20 adults).

Military [-]

Corndef has a neutral attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 204 citizens (14.75%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 79 (5.75%). Of the active duty military, 9 (4.75%) are special forces. Due to their neutral attitude and flimsy enclosure, Corndef is reasonably well fortified. Corndef fighters are hated for their use of martial arts in battle. They are much maligned for their frenzied fighting and are considered moderately skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Corndef is currently flourishing.

Resources [-]

Corndef is known for the following resources:

  • A creepy mine inhabited by tame caterpillars that are avoided by witches. James Cashouse said rumors tell of bags of rubies in a nearby pit.
  • An ancient grave yard inhabited by tame quails that are visited frequently by townspeople. One might find a stash of monkey wrenches in a tomb nearby.
  • Paltry rubber trees that are frequented by vampires.
  • Rich caterpillar nests that are visited frequently by wenches.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In olden times, the royals of Gerdew lived in peace. Things were good, but one day Gogan Rocknut the vampire stole a priceless heirloom. The royals tried to stop the vampire, but failed miserably. Along came a lonely halfling named Hilnellly Heatherhearth, who was an expert bowman. Hilnellly had the thought to slay the vampire by using magic to banish it. When Hilnellly Heatherhearth faced the vampire, Hilnellly Heatherhearth banished Gogan Rocknut and was killed in the process.
  • In the olden days, an old woman haunted the region. Villagers say that the old woman will sneeze three times, then steal your soul.
  • In times past, a wizard named Rot roamed the field once a year and was drawn towards thieves. Villagers say that if you face her, you will be stricken blind unless you flee.
  • A long time ago, a hag frequented the town. They say that the hag will sneeze three times, then carry you away.

Events [-]

Corndef is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • I'm looking for rare quazits, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Will reward you with a land deed. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Gaettars Brightform.
  • Expert seeks apprentice. Reward available. Contact Tilra.
  • Needed: Bored? gnomish battle dancing contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Alelantel Sunrun.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Jory Tramleton.
  • Adventurers willing to explore recently discovered ruins and return any valuable artifacts. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Imma Neckkiller.
  • Help Wanted: A passing Bard is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a secret. Contact Gorag Grandfounder for more information.
  • Cleric seeks apprentice. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Halartssa Rootsky.
  • Help Wanted: Looking for work? Require an instructor learned in juggling to tutor my child. Reward available. Contact Wit for more details.
  • Rogue seeks apprentice. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Guild membership required. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Ket Metalhost.
  • Looking for something new? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Must be a quick learner. Safety not guaranteed. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Gorrun Forgekeg.
  • Needed: I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Reward available. Experienced professionals only. Contact Davic Blackworth.

People [-]

The people in Corndef are neutral towards outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Haalantel Stillwind is a male half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent fishmonger. He appears chatty.
  • Illhiatel Tyrneaspear is a female elf who is known in the world as being a gifted illuminator. She appears guarded.
  • Halvarinne Riverarrow is a female half-elf who is known in the region as being a gifted vintner. She appears idealistic.
  • Gwanalava Floralwhisper is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled pastrycook. She appears skeptical.
  • Lararttel Longhelm is a female elf who is known in the city as being a renowned coach driver. She appears cowed.
  • Illvariyn Darkgleam is a female elf who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled specialty smith. She appears jesterly.
  • Jamey Whitield is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a gifted beer seller. He appears loud.
  • Jamey Stafield is a male half-elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled grocer. He appears giddy.
  • Darlanssa Shadowhelm is a female elf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled shoemaker. She appears melancholy.
  • Dan Whiteleton is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled salter. She appears patriotic.
  • Davey Sheard is a male half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a mocked social worker. He appears lonely.
  • Delvaranae Baequiwing is a male half-elf who is known in the region as being a gifted physician. He appears trusting.
  • Filartinne Darksworn is a female elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a legendary cobbler. She appears nervous.
  • Chalanlas Sunheart is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled deputy. She appears worrying.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Aimida Gyrotonk, a gambling male gnome. He is a cleric who is finding a long-lost sibling.
  • Jory Giacoord, a mocking female lycanthrope. She is a wizard who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Delartinne Rilynnsky, a loud male half-elf. He is a druid who is on a mission for diplomacy.
  • Aesnalssa Auvreagale, a gosipy male half-elf. He is a wizard who is here to buy spices.
  • Balril Bluemug, an intimidated male deep dwarf. He is a commoner who is following a message from an angel.
  • Joe Kleinstone, a smitten male half-orc. He is a commoner who is seeing the world.
  • Rinule Stronggan, a prejudiced female minotaur. She is an expert who is here to destroy a rumor.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Corndef:

  • The Gelded Axe Middle School [+]
  • The Wobbly Jade Inn [+]
  • The Angry Road Shoppe [+]
  • The Voluptuous Monk Furs [+]
  • The Warm Tree Rugs [+]
  • The Ruby Twins Inc. [+]
  • The Singing Pot Dock Company [+]
  • The Lost Hammer Inc. [+]
  • The Whistling Hops Inc. [+]
  • The Thirsty Wench Temple [+]
  • The Fermented Urchin Shop [+]
  • The Olde Grog Fine Bows [+]
  • The Salty Virgin Timberyard [+]
  • The Knotted Boar Inc. [+]