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Welcome to Upper Holsmouth!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 4,451
  • Children: 23.99% (1,068)
  • Elderly: 16.00% (712)

Racial Breakdown

  • 1,509 gnome (33.9%)
  • 1,104 dwarf (24.8%)
  • 1,024 halfling (23%)
  • 606 half-orc (13.6%)
  • 121 half-elf (2.7%)
  • 45 elf (1%)
  • 42 other (0.9%)

Misc.

  • 4 Districts
  • 135 Businesses
  • 630 Specialists
  • 573 Residences

Summary [-]

Upper Holsmouth is a large town in the Lower Treran Region with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile large town is moderately populated (7,965/sq km), covers 0.56 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 844 meters.

Climate [-]

Upper Holsmouth 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 unbearably cold with minor variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Upper Holsmouth sees a trinary star overhead: Beray, an average white star; Uuron, a large orange star; and Lunuri, a large white star. Upper Holsmouth also has a single moon: Chaka, an average rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a battered oak rampart that is 3 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.42 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 5 roads leading to Upper Holsmouth; 3 roads are major. The city is lined with crude dirt tracks in a grid pattern.

Districts [-]

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

Government [-]

Upper Holsmouth is governed through a republic, where the people's elected representatives, not the people themselves, vote on legislation.. The government as a whole is seen as clearly incompetent. Officials in Upper Holsmouth are often seen as on the take and the policies are revered. The political influence of Upper Holsmouth in the region is consistent due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population turns against itself.

Leader [-]

Upper Holsmouth is ruled by Prime Minister Borbor Redback. The Prime Minister has been in power for a few months and is mocked by the people. There is minor opposition to the Prime Minister and policies. The right to rule was granted by consensus, and that power is maintained through the support of merchant groups.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a grifters, and are strictly enforced. Justice is served by jurors, with a common punishment being community service.

Crime [-]

Crime is occasional. The most common crime is petty theft. The imprisonment rate is 0.20% of the population (9 adults).

Military [-]

Upper Holsmouth has a reverent attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 578 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 244 (5.5%). Of the active duty military, 21 (3.75%) are special forces. Due to their reverent attitude and battered rampart, Upper Holsmouth is excellently fortified. Upper Holsmouth fighters are ridiculed for their use of repeating crossbows in battle. They are mocked for their guerrilla warfare and are considered admirably skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Upper Holsmouth is currently vibrant.

Resources [-]

Upper Holsmouth is known for the following resources:

  • A magical grave yard inhabited by dangerous quails that are feared by children. Megd Nightbasher said one might find a chest containing diamonds in a nearby pit.
  • Old fruit fields that are frequented by witches. The locals speak of bags of platinum in a well.
  • Coffee fields that are frequented by travelers. Illenai Dawnshield said the locals speak of a chest containing monkey wrenches in a nearby pit.
  • Parrot companies that are hunted by kittens. Wizita Thermobit said somoeone said someone found bags of copper buried near there.
  • Paltry vampire cormorant flights that are frequented by unicorns.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Some time ago, the constable of Ashmouth Stone lived in harmony. Things were peaceful, but one day a devil named Ghessen se Ghezin took a hostage and demanded a ransom. The constable tried to kill Ghessen se Ghezin, but didn't get close. Along came Blizgarz Headbreaker the orc, who was a sneaky thief. Blizgarz had the thought to slay the devil by killing the devil while she slept. When Blizgarz Headbreaker faced the devil, Blizgarz Headbreaker banished Ghessen se Ghezin.
  • In olden times, a monster named Tilra haunted the field on gloomy days and was drawn towards misbehaving children. Some say that if you confront her, you will be driven mad unless you answer a riddle.
  • Legends tell of Rxbok's Quill, a unique quill with the power to answer any question. It mysteriously disappeared.

Events [-]

Upper Holsmouth is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Bored? artifact tester wanted. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Mub Dreadbone.
  • Rrabb Necksnapper has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Hob Bonecrusher.
  • Help Wanted: Want to earn some quick coin? feral cats-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Reward is a secret. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Dav Blackgton.
  • Lockpick needed for totally legitimate reasons. Will owe you a huge favor. Must be a quick learner. Contact Dav Martiville.
  • Mercenaries wanted for caravan protection. No pay until task is completed successfully. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Kibel Rockbranch if intrigued.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Gabrette Triggergauge for more information.
  • Require an instructor learned in math to tutor my child. Reward available. Contact Mugbrog Backsnapper for more details.
  • Looking for work? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome cockatrices required. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Kuk Ironcutter to learn more.
  • Bounty for squirrels, dead or alive. Reward available. Contact Gwavarava Farears.
  • Looking for something new? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Tguk Blademaw.
  • Help Wanted: Looking for something new? Bounty for derros, dead or alive. Reward is a priceless heirloom. May include some hazards. Contact Micke Robertton.
  • Require an instructor learned in juggling to tutor my child. Reward available. Contact Jory Andreer for more details.
  • Someone stole my bottle of wine. Find the louse, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Dobguh Bonebreaker for further details.

People [-]

The people in Upper Holsmouth despise outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Filartthil Stilleye is a female elf who is known in the city as being a mediocre ostler. She appears deluded.
  • Adadeda Hairywind is a male halfling who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled woodcarver. He appears intimidating.
  • Hewson Gyrofiz is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a renowned shipwright. She appears chatty.
  • Tulva Geargadget is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a skilled potter. She appears accusatory.
  • Danes Andrey is a female half-elf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled collier. She appears jaded.
  • Faevarthil Windfire is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a gifted artist. She appears scattered.
  • Gargan Lightningbrooch is a female dwarf who is known in the city as being a renowned ropemaker. She appears idealistic.
  • Hewmida Electrobolt is a female gnome who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled sage. She appears cautious.
  • Darnallas Oaksight is a male elf who is known in the city as being a poorly skilled weaponsmith. He appears guarded.
  • Aiwan Thermoblast is a female gnome who is known in the region as being a decent outfitter. She appears gluttonous.
  • Elanalssa Silentwatch is a female half-elf who is known in that part of town as being a poorly skilled dyer. She appears efficient.
  • Amaina Homegather is a male halfling who is known in that part of town as being a decent painter. He appears thick.
  • Ham Wobbwink is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled handyman. He appears prejudiced.
  • Gaeelliyn Wintershield is a female elf who is known in the city as being a skilled jeweler. She appears exhausted.
  • Faerigthil Earthglider is a female half-elf who is known in the city as being a decent cooper. She appears easily offended.
  • Borag Dullbridge is a female dwarf who is known in the city as being a gifted shipwright. She appears gosipy.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Gil Wobbsprocket, a greedy female gnome. She is a commoner who is here to destroy a rumor.
  • Tom Electrogadget, a patronizing female gnome. She is an adept who is on a mission to capture someone.
  • Delttars Auvreawalker, a contrarian male elf. He is a commoner who is delivering a message to a peasant.
  • Jungan Gyrowink, a boastful female gnome. She is a rogue who is finding a missing artifact.
  • Carxie Rocketgauge, a giddy female gnome. She is an expert who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Upper Holsmouth:

  • The Wanton Kettles Night Smiths [+]
  • The Smiling Wench Bakery [+]
  • The Tired Nomad Supplies [+]
  • The Playful Flask Youth Hostel [+]
  • The Violet Beauty Kennels [+]
  • The Smiling Riverside Shop [+]
  • The Rampaging Harpoon Amory [+]
  • The Shallow Three Saw Mill [+]
  • The Crazy Peacock Dry Goods [+]
  • The Wobbly Rooster Inn [+]
  • The Hungry Priest Legal Partners [+]
  • The Six Axehandle Shipyard [+]
  • The Drunken Frog Jewelers [+]
  • The Boiling Fireplace Sport House [+]
  • The Murdered Crow Inc. [+]
  • The Wet Hole Meat Handlers [+]