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Welcome to Huxnow Heights!


Census Data

General Information

  • Pop. Estimate: 5,841
  • Children: 15.94% (931)
  • Elderly: 21.74% (1,270)

Racial Breakdown

  • 2,460 gnome (42.1%)
  • 1,893 half-dwarf (32.4%)
  • 1,017 dwarf (17.4%)
  • 386 elf (6.6%)
  • 85 other (1.4%)

Misc.

  • 2 Districts
  • 148 Businesses
  • 838 Specialists
  • 740 Residences

Summary [-]

Huxnow Heights is a small city in the Walark District with a normal population.

Environment [-]

Geography [-]

This fertile small city is densely populated (13,066/sq km), covers 0.45 square kilometers, and roughly has a diameter of 756 meters.

Climate [-]

Huxnow Heights 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 soft and the temperature is generally cool with strong variation. Precipitation is moderate, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Astronomy [-]

Huxnow Heights sees a single star overhead: Cex, an average orange star. Huxnow Heights also has a double moon: Spomedus, a small pale yellow moon and Thekapso, a massive dull brown moon. In the night sky, you see nothing unusual.

Cityscape [-]

Walls [-]

Visitors are greeted with a pristine limestone embankment that is 7 meters tall. The city wall protects the core 100% of the city, with 5 towers spread along the 2.40 kilometer wall.

Streets [-]

There are 3 roads leading to Huxnow Heights; 2 roads are major. The city is lined with even dirt roads in a warped parallel pattern.

Districts [-]

The city is broken into the following districts: poor and slums.

Government [-]

Huxnow Heights is governed through a democracy, where the supreme power is retained by the people, but is exercised through a system of representation. The government as a whole is seen as inept and inadequate. Officials in Huxnow Heights are often seen as upright and the policies are hated. The political influence of Huxnow Heights in the region is spreading due to racial tensions. In times of crisis, the population turns against itself.

Leader [-]

Huxnow Heights is ruled by Governor Throbul Roarforge. The Governor has been in power for decades and is hated by the people. There is strong opposition to the Governor and policies. The right to rule was granted by foreign imposition, and that power is maintained through vague promises and a constant state of hope.

Laws [-]

Laws are enforced by a crime mobs, but are rarely enforced. Justice is served by a magistrate, with a common punishment being an eye for an eye.

Crime [-]

Crime is unheard of. The most common crime is treason. The imprisonment rate is 0.34% of the population (20 adults).

Military [-]

Huxnow Heights has a laid back attitude towards the military. Their standing army of 759 citizens (13%) is at the ready, with a reserve force of 423 (7.25%). Of the active duty military, 32 (4.25%) are special forces. Due to their laid back attitude and pristine embankment, Huxnow Heights is perfectly fortified. Huxnow Heights fighters are mocked for their use of light flail in battle. They are much loved for their guerrilla warfare and are considered greatly skilled in battle.

Economy [-]

The economy in Huxnow Heights is currently healthy.

Resources [-]

Huxnow Heights is known for the following resources:

  • Paltry cobra quivers that are frequented by unicorns. One might dig up a stash of diamonds in a tomb nearby.
  • An old castle inhabited by carnivorous cormorants that are avoided by children. Mallin Gyrotonk said one might dig up a chest containing small lyres buried near there.
  • Beaver colonies that are frequented by townspeople.
  • A magical cave inhabited by tame clams that are feared by gru. Don Goodling said one might find a chest containing rubies in a tomb nearby.
  • Elephant parades that are hunted by travelers. Rumors tell of bags of platinum in a nearby pit.

Culture [-]

Legends [-]

Around town you'll hear the following legends:
  • Once upon a time, a dragon named Kyrurg haunted the town. Villagers say that if you hear him, you will be stricken deaf.
  • Once upon a time, the constable of Bedland lived in harmony. Things were good, but one day an evil cyclops named S'hooral ahn Yerssen destroyed a nearby village. The constable tried to stop the cyclops, but were caught. Along came a goblin named Brerm Rockhost, who was an expert bowman. Brerm had a plan to trick the cyclops by killing the cyclops while he slept. When Brerm Rockhost faced the cyclops, Brerm Rockhost defeated S'hooral ahn Yerssen.
  • Years ago, the villagers of Janesget thrived. Things were good, but one day an evil ghoul named Bret Wormhowl destroyed a nearby village. The villagers tried to stop the ghoul, but were caught. Along came a treasure-obsessed lizardfolk named Khalal seh Khalzor, who was a skilled storyteller. Khalal had an idea to slay the ghoul by causing a distraction while others struck. When Khalal seh Khalzor faced the ghoul, Khalal seh Khalzor defeated Bret Wormhowl.
  • In times past, the constable of Faywater lived in peace. Things were always nice, but one day a minotaur named Ghezor ahn Yerssen stole a priceless heirloom. The constable tried to kill Ghezor ahn Yerssen, but failed miserably. Along came Grimond Pearlcoin the dwarf, who was a sneaky thief. Grimond had an idea to slay the minotaur by killing the minotaur while she slept. When Grimond Pearlcoin faced the minotaur, Grimond Pearlcoin defeated Ghezor ahn Yerssen.
  • Legends tell of Grunbor's Cat, a legendary cat with the knack to disappear on its own. It has been lost for ages.

Events [-]

Huxnow Heights is a lively city with many opportunities available.

Job Postings [-]

You'll find the following job postings:
  • Require an instructor learned in local lore to tutor my child. Prior experience required. Will pay in gold. Contact Dav Simoner.
  • I'm looking for a Negotiator. Prior experience with troublesome rust rats required. Must provide your own transportation. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Serdo Oldman.
  • Falgold Brownflower has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will owe you a huge favor. Must be clean. Contact Uhdak Moksnapper.
  • Bored? Merchant seeks caravan master, cartographer, navigator, and experienced mercenaries for trade expedition. No previous experience required. Reward is a secret. Contact Mal Underbee.
  • Bounty for squirrels, dead or alive. Opportunity to earn a title. Contact Abalenai Arkeneablade.
  • Seasonal farm hands requested to help local farms bring in their harvest. Reward available. Contact Hil Homegold.
  • Seeking inter-planar messenger. Reward is a secret. Contact Jamic Matford.
  • Missing shovel. We suspect quazits are the culprit. Must submit to background check. Reward is a priceless heirloom. Contact Chaelllleu Hlaesight.
  • James Whitecroft has been kidnapped! Generous payment for safe return. Will owe you a huge favor. Contact Mick Martiand.
  • Bored? Require an instructor learned in juggling to tutor my child. Will owe you a huge favor. Mild danger may be involved. Contact Tuduk Bladefury for further details.
  • Wanted: Aristocrat seeks apprentice. Must be a quick learner. Will reward you with a land deed. Length of job expected to be short. Contact Guk Eaglenut.
  • Help Wanted: Need a change of pace? Bounty for derros, dead or alive. Guild membership required. Reward is a secret. Contact Adamai Talbrother.
  • Needed: Want to earn some quick coin? Bounty for quazits, dead or alive. Guild membership required. Will reward you with a land deed. Contact Snorkon Clawmace.
  • Bored? Scholar seeks rare supplies: Scholar unable to gather fresh paper due to age, seeks trustworthy agents to gather materials for research. Will pay in gold. Contact Ceezer to learn more.
  • Want to earn some quick coin? Laborer required to bring stones to the castle. Wagon provided. Will pay in gold. References required. Contact Ghom Legkiller.

People [-]

The people in Huxnow Heights love outsiders.

Citizens [-]

The following citizens are worth mentioning:
  • Ada Triggergauge is a male gnome who is known in that part of town as being a decent leatherworker. He appears efficient.
  • Borrin Steelmug is a male dwarf who is known in the neighborhood as being a reasonably skilled potter. He appears nosy.
  • Wiz Gearjet is a male gnome who is known in the world as being a renowned alchemist. He appears egotistical.
  • Halhiathil Mistcloak is a male elf who is known in the region as being a reasonably skilled tinker. He appears jesterly.
  • Wizina Tinkercog is a male gnome who is known in the region as being a decent glassmaker. He appears idealistic.
  • Gileno Triggerbun is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a mediocre lawyer. She appears sick.
  • Darvarai Meadowwater is a male elf who is known in the neighborhood as being a laughably skilled ostler. He appears flirtatious.
  • Babtsy Greasejet is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a decent jailer. She appears homesick.
  • Skabin Ironblade is a male dwarf who is known in the world as being a renowned herbalist. He appears lovelorn.
  • Charigaen Duskrose is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled harness maker. He appears accusatory.
  • Haalantel Lightears is a female elf who is known in the region as being a laughably skilled banker. She appears treasure-obsessed.
  • Balgin Greenroad is a female dwarf who is known in the region as being a gifted pursemaker. She appears spiteful.
  • Barkon Graniteriver is a female dwarf who is known in the region as being a poorly skilled vintner. She appears skeptical.
  • Alerigtel Broadriver is a male elf who is known in that part of town as being a horribly skilled rugmaker. He appears exhausted.
  • Bargan Ironmill is a male dwarf who is known in the city as being a skilled grocer. He appears nervous.
  • Tulva Wizzfiz is a female gnome who is known in that part of town as being a mocked miller. She appears attentive.
  • Bongles Gearjet is a female gnome who is known in the city as being a mediocre barber. She appears easily offended.
  • Allilin Tinkertonk is a female gnome who is known in the world as being a poorly skilled wagoneer. She appears self-obsessed.

Travelers [-]

The following travelers are worth mentioning:
  • Tragtorg Mokbreaker, a mocking female orc. She is a sorcerer who is here to secretly assassinate a ruler.
  • Grumbor Brasskeep, a nervous male dwarf. He is a fighter who is seeing the city.
  • Ghabal Eaglenut, a nosy male ogre. He is a commoner who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Perbard Moonblower, a cautious male halfling. He is a druid who is traveling the world as a missionary.
  • Ghrilak, a thick female troglodyte. She is a bard who is fleeing overdue taxes.
  • Dagan Oxbranch, a xenophobic male ogre. He is a warrior who is here to secretly assassinate a peasant.
  • Ada Gearbit, a boastful female gnome. She is a commoner who is here to destroy an artifact.
  • Khalssen seh Khalzor, a sick female lizardfolk. She is a bard who is traveling the world as a trader.
  • Krodurg Legcrusher, a lonely male half-orc. He is a druid who is here to buy spices.
  • Gabmida Gyrocog, a skeptical male gnome. He is a commoner who is finding a missing friend.
  • Grinide, a quiet female mindflayer. She is an aristocrat who is seeing the city.
  • Garrun Earthcoin, a jaded female oddball. She is a sorcerer who is brokering a truce over a trade war.
  • Abavarinne Riverwatch, a worrying female elf. She is a commoner who is fleeing from forced labor.
  • Nbomn Greatdeath, an egotistical female goblin. She is a druid who is here to destroy a misconception.
  • Zhutgakh Headkiller, a patronizing female bugbear. She is a wizard who is here to secretly assassinate a merchant.
  • Danes Matston, a skeptical female half-elf. She is an expert who is finding a long-lost distant relative.

Locales [-]

Establishments [-]

These establishments worthy of mention in Huxnow Heights:

  • The Slade Maiden Poor House [+]
  • The Crippled Baiter Inc. [+]
  • The Red Well Public Jail [+]
  • The Deepwater Pig Inc. [+]
  • The Honest Frog Shoppe [+]
  • The Stinky Riverside House of Colors [+]
  • The Mangy Swagger Inc. [+]
  • The Master Jade Coop Hoop [+]
  • The New Bunch Inc. [+]
  • The Fiery Hatchet Shop [+]
  • The Green Dead Pots [+]
  • The Stumpy Priest General Merchandise [+]
  • The Stumpy Darkroot General Merchandise [+]
  • The Old Imps Fine Bows [+]
  • The Weary Knife Rugs [+]
  • The Mangy Monk Translations [+]
  • The Smiling Cock Shop [+]
  • The Screaming Bull Timberyard [+]