Census Data
General Information
- Pop. Estimate: 5,880
- Children: 16.29% (958)
- Elderly: 21.50% (1,264)
Racial Breakdown
- 2,194 gnome (37.3%)
- 1,911 half-dwarf (32.5%)
- 630 dwarf (10.7%)
- 606 halfling (10.3%)
- 441 human (7.5%)
- 98 other (1.6%)
Misc.
- 6 Districts
- 148 Businesses
- 842 Specialists
- 755 Residences
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Bendew is known for the following resources:
- Rare tame dragon wiers that are frequented by vampires. Murm Laughrender said one might dig up bags of iron maidens in a dungeon.
- Ancient palm oil trees that are hunted by witches.
- A haunted grave yard inhabited by tame beavers that are visited frequently by magic users. Tul Wobbscope said somoeone said someone found a stash of platinum hidden around somewhere.
- Beaver colonies that are frequented by unicorns. Serly Nimbleale said one might dig up bags of diamonds in a nearby pit.
- Woodpecker descents that are avoided by witches. Guddoz Legnor said somoeone said someone found a chest containing gold in a well.
Culture [-]
Legends [-]
- Years ago, the royals of Cryvale lived happily. Things were good, but one day an evil murderer named Ghak Eaglesnout destroyed a nearby village. The royals tried to kill Ghak Eaglesnout, but didn't get close. Along came Danes Petran the lycanthrope, who was a skilled storyteller. Danes had the thought to slay the murderer by making a wager with Ghak Eaglesnout. When Danes Petran faced the murderer, Danes Petran banished Ghak Eaglesnout.
- In the days of yore, a wizard named Kish stalked the town once a year. They say that if you caught him, you will be stricken deaf.
- In the days of yore, a Boogyman haunted the field. Commoners say that the Boogyman will ask a favor of you, then imprison you.
- Once upon a time, the royals of Centerfun lived happily. Things were peaceful, but one day Kyrris Oatstrider the demon took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The royals tried to stop the demon, but didn't get close. Along came a hero named Tgomd Damnmurder, who was a valiant knight. Tgomd had the thought to slay the demon by using magic to banish it. When Tgomd Damnmurder faced the demon, Tgomd Damnmurder banished Kyrris Oatstrider and rescued the hostages.
- Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a Boogyman hunted the region on rainy days. People say that the Boogyman will sneeze three times, then carry you away.
Events [-]
Job Postings [-]
- Help Needed: Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Gkuturm Damnshredder.
- Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Deltlleu Windrunner.
- I'm looking for a Transcriber. Need expert to translate runes. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Must submit to magical scrutiny. Contact Larttel Mistwind if interested.
- Help Needed: I'm looking for rare rats, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward available. Accidental Death insurance required. May include some hazards. Contact Dabel Bearnut.
- brain moles-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Trok Cleaverhowl to learn more.
- Help Needed: Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. Must provide your own transportation. Will pay in gold. Contact Adarim Redhammer if interested.
- Wanted: Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Nalsh Headcracker.
- Wanted: Bored? Someone stole my valuables. Find the louse, dead or alive. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Mickry Danne.
- Commoner seeks apprentice. Reward is a secret. Contact Dosh Oakroot.
- Need a change of pace? Missing keg. We suspect grigs are the culprit. Will reward you with valuable information. Contact Skagan Oatchest.
- A passing Wizard is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Mild danger may be involved. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Ceezer if interested.
- Help Wanted: I'm looking for rare beaky brain monsters, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Reward is a priceless heirloom. May include some hazards. Contact Davry Stocroft to learn more.
- Looking for work? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward available. No pay until task is completed successfully. Contact Naror Greatfury.
- brawling contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Length of job expected to be short. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Halelliyn Leafwalker.
- Wanted: Monk seeks apprentice. Will owe you a huge favor. Serious inquiries only. Contact Balkon Slatehunter.
People [-]
Citizens [-]
- Elne Freegoat is a female halfling who is known in the neighborhood as being a gifted forester. She appears flirtatious.
- Daves Baren is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a decent messenger. She appears clumsy.
- Grunorin Gravelship is a female dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a decent entertainer. She appears jesterly.
- Barag Drakering is a female dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned copyist. She appears greedy.
- Hilcobdo Simplesleep is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a mocked social worker. He appears self-obsessed.
- Doney Danliffe is a male human who is known in the region as being a mediocre watercarrier. He appears conspirational.
- Morril Goodmoor is a male dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a legendary chandler. He appears boastful.
- Wizlita Wizzsprocket is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a skilled lawyer. She appears flirtatious.
- Nin Wobbbun is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled outfitter. He appears resentful.
- Micke Simonan is a female half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a decent locksmith. She appears pacifistic.
- Hamina Coggletonk is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a mocked entertainer. He appears beligerent.
- Fal Amberbot is a male halfling who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled priest. He appears nihilistic.
- Baldin Coldsapper is a male dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled wine seller. He appears jesterly.
- Brogin Tinmine is a male half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled butcher. He appears conspirational.
- Begrindo Hotmaker is a male halfling who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled soldier. He appears guarded.
- Dave Dilville is a male human who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled hatmaker. He appears clumsy.
- Kia Fusefuel is a female gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a horribly skilled saddler. She appears worrying.
- Adagar Redarm is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a laughably skilled stablehand. He appears clumsy.
Travelers [-]
- Mickey Marleton, an intimidating female human. She is an aristocrat who is doing something secret.
- Trell'toor, a contrarian male mindflayer. He is a commoner who is finding a missing friend.
- Rogzog Armnor, a beligerent male orc. He is a barbarian who is finding a long-lost friend.
- Tol Quickwick, an apologetic male halfling. He is a commoner who is delivering a message to a merchant.
- Done Chaey, a greedy female human. She is a rogue who is doing something amazing.
- Rogg Neckkiller, a trusting female half-orc. She is a bard who is finding a missing artifact.
- Khalal ahn Khalzin, an unreliable female lizardfolk. She is an expert who is here to secretly assassinate a peasant.
- Trogtuul Necksnapper The Black, a fashion concious female bugbear. She is a warrior who is here to destroy an artifact.
- Kegd Rockmaw, a forgetful male hobgoblin. He is an adept who is cleaning out a monster infestation.
- Jat, an impatient female kobold. She is a cleric who is traveling with an important person.
- Alliton Rocketsprocket, a smug female gnome. She is a barbarian who is delivering a message to a scholar.
- Blore, a deluded male mindflayer. He is a commoner who is doing something amazing.
- Khalssen teh S'hoorzor, a skeptical female lizardfolk. She is a commoner who is traveling with an important person.
- Goirc, a skeptical female mindflayer. She is a wizard who is finding a long-lost parent.
- Falinaly Kaesewolf, a smitten male halfling. He is a sorcerer who is finding a long-lost distant relative.
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These establishments worthy of mention in Bendew:
- The Snoring Ulcer Healers [+]
- The Happy Troll Millers [+]
- The Wiley House Outlet [+]
- The Laughing Kettles Wainwright [+]
- The Fermented Dragon Shop [+]
- The Gritty Wig Wharf [+]
- The Gelded Cesspit Military School [+]
- The Short Days Shoppe [+]
- The Orange Kraken Charcoalers [+]
- The Rampaging Whisper Amory [+]
- The Open Whisper Shoppe [+]
- The Yellow Bunch Disposal Area [+]
- The Wooden Axe Inn [+]
- The Six Halflings Dry Dock [+]
- The Slade Fig Charity [+]
- The Rolling Tower Inc. [+]
- The Sleepy Princess Cloth [+]
- The Wooden Dead Shrine [+]