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Welcome to Garstein!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 22,156
  • Children: 18.05% (3,999)
  • Elderly: 20.25% (4,486)

Racial Breakdown

  • 10,680 mindflayer (48.2%)
  • 9,395 half-dwarf (42.4%)
  • 1,662 half-orc (7.5%)
  • 419 other (1.8%)

Misc.

  • 8 Districts
  • 421 Businesses
  • 3,399 Specialists
  • 2,585 Residences

Summary [-]

Garstein is a metropolis in the Aquilak County with a mixed population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This desolate metropolis is densely populated (29,097/sq km), covers 0.76 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 983 meters.

Climate [-]

Garstein 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 mild with strong variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is clear.

Astronomy [-]

Garstein sees a single star overhead: Kroc, a small white star. Garstein also has a double moon: Prodo, an average pale yellow moon and Chala, an average rusty red moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a recently repaired marble wall that is 10 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 3.15 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 2 roads leading to Garstein; 1 road is major. The city is lined with well-maintained cobblestone paths in a linear pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: market, mercy, trade, industry, port, shops, middleclass, and professional.

Government [-]

Garstein is governed through a constitutional government, where an authoritative document sets forth the system of fundamental laws and limits of that government. The government as a whole is seen as minimally competent. Officials in Garstein are often seen as principled and the policies are ridiculed. The political influence of Garstein in the region is spreading due to riots in the region. In times of crisis, the population is eager to point fingers.

Leader [-]

Garstein is ruled by Governor Zrashogh Bonecracker. The Governor has been in power far longer than should be allowed and is respected by the people. There is hostile opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by force, and that power is maintained through the ignorance of the plebeian society.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a police, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served without trial, with a common punishment being hard labor.

Crime [-]

Crime is rare. The most common crime is murder. The imprisonment rate is 0.52% of the population (116 adults).

Military [-]

Garstein has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 2935 citizens (13.25%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 1440 (6.5%). Of the active duty military, 132 (4.5%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and recently repaired wall, Garstein is terribly fortified. Garstein fighters are mocked for their use of rapiers in battle. They are praised for their hoarde tactics and are considered spectacularly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Garstein is currently calm.

Resources [-]

Garstein is known for the following resources:

  • Tame bee hives that are frequented by unicorns. The locals speak of a chest containing diamonds in a tomb nearby.
  • Substantial carnivorous cormorant flights that are visited frequently by wenches.
  • Vast clam beds that are visited frequently by gru.
  • Endangered creepy hemp fields that are avoided by travelers. Guap Rockfang said somoeone said someone found piles of monkey wrenches in a well.
  • Defenseless peacock musters that are visited frequently by children.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • In times gone by, a witch haunted the field once a year. People say that the witch will ask a favor of you, then carry you away.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, a Pooka lingered in the countryside when the moon is new and was drawn towards murderers. Commoners say that the Pooka will sneeze three times, then give you a gift if you are nice.
  • Long, long ago in a city far, far away, the townsfolk of Fruitdine lived in peace. Things were peaceful, but one day an evil minotaur named Rugok Damncutter stole a priceless heirloom. The townsfolk tried to kill Rugok Damncutter, but didn't get close. Along came a prejudiced halfling named Perco Honorghost, who was a skilled storyteller. Perco had a plan to trick the minotaur by causing a distraction while others struck. When Perco Honorghost faced the minotaur, Perco Honorghost defeated Rugok Damncutter and rescued the hostages.
  • Legends tell of Be's Sceptre, a unique sceptre with the ability to disappear on its own. It was last seen years ago.

Events [-]

Garstein is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • A passing Aristocrat is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. No pay until task is completed successfully. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Adaley Cogglefuel.
  • Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather a rat tail due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Will pay in gold. May include some hazards. Contact Elhka.
  • Needed: Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Length of job expected to be short. Reward is a secret. Contact Durrin Steelsword for more information.
  • Need a change of pace? I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome gremlins required. Opportunity to earn a title. A little danger is involved, so expect hazardous duty pay. Contact Jam Stanster if intrigued.
  • Required: A passing Cleric is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Torby Greasefiz.
  • Wanted: Missing bottle of wine. We suspect grigs are the culprit. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Dzuegd Metalbasher.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome cockatrices required. Reward is a secret. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Ghezin heh S'hoorssen.
  • carniverous butterflies-catcher needed to keep the beasties away from the sheep and cattle. Experienced professionals only. Reward is a secret. Contact Blugtub Headbreaker.
  • grog tester wanted. Will pay in gold. Must not smell. Contact S'hoorzin teh Khalzin if intrigued.
  • Needed: Seeking inter-planar messenger. Will owe you a huge favor. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Wou'k'morn for further details.
  • Wanted: Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Jamry Blackfield.
  • Bored? Someone stole my holy symbol. Find the louse, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact S'herzin se Ghessen for further details.
  • I'm looking for rare imps, both live and dead. I have a list of the ones I need. Safety not guaranteed. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact S'hoorzin ahn S'hooral.
  • I have grigs in my basement, plz halp! Reward is a priceless heirloom. Must submit to background check. Contact Bal Armcrusher for further details.
  • Someone stole my peg leg. Find the louse, dead or alive. Reward is a secret. Contact Larlanaen Floralwing to learn more.
  • Help! Need a change of pace? Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Will reward you with valuable information. Must submit to background check. Contact Khalssen heh Khalssen if interested.
  • Bored? A passing Fighter is needed for a small security job on the 3rd of the month. Reward is a priceless heirloom. No previous experience required. Contact Magasoe Masilg.
  • Needed: Need a change of pace? I have beaky brain monsters in my basement, plz halp! Reward is a secret. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Bret Brainbeast.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? I'm looking for investigator to look into someone's references. Will pay in gold. Contact Throond Oatgrave.
  • Rogue seeks apprentice. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Pat.
  • Help! sharpshooting contest this weekend. Special prize for first place finish. Reward available. Contact Daney Briore if interested.

People [-]

The people in Garstein ignore outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Prar'toor is a male mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a decent doctor. He appears clumsy.
  • Mickey Berield is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a mediocre weaver. He appears jaded.
  • Skaril Oilstone is a male half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a laughably skilled sculptor. He appears nosy.
  • Dan Danerson is a male half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a gifted cartwright. He appears shifty.
  • Joey Petererton is a female half-orc who is known in the region as being a skilled salter. She appears healthy.
  • Jamry MacBurford is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a mediocre social worker. She appears mocking.
  • Kilth is a female mindflayer who is known in the city as being a horribly skilled scribe. She appears gambling.
  • Dav Southridge is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a skilled mason. She appears unreliable.
  • Balbor Tinfighter is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a horribly skilled lumberjack. She appears pious.
  • Throorin Dwarfring is a female half-dwarf who is known in the world as being a decent collier. She appears fashion concious.
  • Danes Goodord is a female half-dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled official. She appears intimidated.
  • Chturr is a male mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned barber. He appears chatty.
  • Vessth is a male mindflayer who is known in the region as being a mediocre painter. He appears worrying.
  • Joey Robertcroft is a male half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre official. He appears apologetic.
  • Waeth is a male mindflayer who is known in that part of town as being a laughably skilled ship captain. He appears patriotic.
  • Rhanosh Bonecrusher is a male half-orc who is known in the neighborhood as being a renowned miller. He appears greedy.
  • Khuz Backcracker The Brave is a male half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a decent brewer. He appears egotistical.
  • Thzzril is a female mindflayer who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled courtier. She appears patriotic.
  • Zubduk Backbreaker is a female half-orc who is known in the world as being a decent barber. She appears authoritarian.
  • Don Corhews is a male half-orc who is known in that part of town as being a renowned sculptor. He appears chatty.
  • Drorun Bluetoe is a male half-dwarf who is known in the city as being a mocked physician. He appears territorial.
  • Harter is a male mindflayer who is known in the region as being a gifted handyman. He appears forbidding.
  • Hurrl is a male mindflayer who is known in the city as being a renowned glovemaker. He appears vengeful.
  • Pritra is a male mindflayer who is known in the world as being a gifted tanner. He appears loud.
  • Pri'toor is a male mindflayer who is known in the neighborhood as being a poorly skilled astrologer. He appears scattered.
  • Mickes MacWhitean is a female half-dwarf who is known in that part of town as being a mediocre jailer. She appears battle-ready.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Bruuul Ormist, a shifty female minotaur. She is a ranger who is brokering a truce over escalating tension.
  • Shug Headnor, a violent male orc. He is an aristocrat who is here to buy supplies.
  • Tbot Evilshadow, a battle-ready female bugbear. She is an adept who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Theula Winterstalker, a forgetful female minotaur. She is a commoner who is cleaning out a slum.
  • Mick Stanter, an intimidated androgynous lycanthrope. It is a sorcerer who is finding a long-lost friend.
  • Yap, a sick male kobold. He is an adept who is seeking healing for a crippling injury.
  • Thorond Stoneear, a battle-ready female dwarf. She is a warrior who is here to buy supplies.
  • Larnaltars Cyreddew, a nervous female elf. She is a sorcerer who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Tgub Darkrender, a sick male bugbear. He is a paladin who is delivering a message to a scholar.
  • Xuomd Cleaverbeast, a forgetful female hobgoblin. She is a barbarian who is seeing the city.
  • Dubal Rocktooth, an apologetic male ogre. He is a commoner who is here to secretly assassinate a peasant.
  • Masre, an idealistic male mindflayer. He is a cleric who is finding a long-lost parent.
  • Elinaine Heathersleep, a violent male halfling. He is a commoner who is cleaning out a wealthy person.
  • Naromn Ogreshredder, an exhausted male goblin. He is an aristocrat who is finding a missing parent.
  • Gheal teh Ghezor, an intimidating female lizardfolk. She is a rogue who is doing something questionable.
  • Snorgan Quartztunnel, a spiteful male deep dwarf. He is a warrior who is on a mission to collect a debt.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Garstein:

  • The Master Willow Coop Hoop [+]
  • The Gritty Yawning Docs [+]
  • The Dwarven Thug Shoppe [+]
  • The Open Urchin Charcoalers [+]
  • The Twin Hops Shop [+]
  • The Grizzly Twins Docs [+]
  • The Wobbling Ivy Construction [+]
  • The Wild Elves Bath House [+]
  • The Laughing Devil Cart Repairs [+]
  • The Deepwater Mug Inc. [+]
  • The Divine Priest Healers [+]
  • The Drifting Giant Arena [+]
  • The Singing Devil Dry Dock [+]
  • The Mulled Well Beer Garden [+]
  • The Raging Lotus Arena [+]
  • The Violet Badger Farm [+]
  • The Fermented Eagle Inc. [+]
  • The Divine Flask Clinic [+]
  • The Eastern Ent Shop [+]
  • The Salty Kraken Timberyard [+]
  • The Robber Octopus Inc. [+]
  • The Knotted Thug Inc. [+]
  • The Tattered Maiden Legion [+]
  • The Great Dog Scabbards [+]
  • The Gray Wolfhound Inc. [+]
  • The Slaughtered Axehandle Charity [+]