Heyton's Thorpe
Outding Refuge, also known as just "Outding", was a slow-paced harbor and the bulk of civilization here was Heyton's Thorpe.
Until the Netheril Nexus was built, of course, making this island a formidable player on the world stage now.
Demographics
Predominant Race
primary race is humanOther Races
Elves, Half-Elves, Triton, Tortles, and many others make their home here. There is no discriminatory policy.Notable NPCs
Lars HeytonUrsa Viggie Storr (Deceased)
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Important NPCs
Rulers
Current: Lars HeytonCouncil of the Thorpe, unknown members as their identies in the past made them targets.
Council of the Crown, Also unknown as was the tradition in the Thorpe. Ex-Mayor Viggie Storr (A tall bald man, kindly and somewhat insecure. Cares for the people so he is well-liked. Has a daughter)
Adventuring Party
met by the Wild Cards when they first landedJeets (Halfling rogue male, likeable)
Cellymas Villuhne (Attractive and serious blond female human cleric)
Talbron Tewn (Tall muscle -bound human fighter)
Pradam Estorich (Young male human wizard, a bit gothic and morose) Others Sigmund Bowerston (The Tavern keeper of the WaveCrest Tavern) Ingrid Bowerston (The wife of Sigmund)
Dax Boon (General Vendor)
Kaja Bawerston (a recent widow who is often at the village graveyard and worried about sounds heard from the crypts.)
Helga (Old lady who runs Helga's Herbs & Oddities)
Conchenn Harkin (The Shopkeeper of The Affordable Adventurer's Store)
Nobility
Deeds. Status is granted in relation to deeds accomplished, or values displayed, typically reflective of those held to be most important by the society itself.Prime Nobility
Lars Heyton is Liked. The nobility like the leadership well enough; some may even be friends. towards the leadership,Lesser Nobility
No real "nobility" outside of the Heyton family, unless someone is staying on the island from elsewhere.Noteworthy Official
Catchpole. Catches and brings in debtors.Professionals
The town of Heyton's Thorpe covers an area of approximately 24 acres, with a total population of 1480 people. The town has 7 noble houses. The peace is kept by 12 guardsmen, and there are 3 advocates to assist with legal matters. For those more concerned about their soul, there are 10 clergymen and 1 priests. Professionals| Profession | number | Profession | number | Profession | number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakers | 1 | Furriers | 8 | Roofers | 1 |
| Barbers | 3 | Glovemakers | 0 | Ropemakers | 1 |
| Bathers | 1 | Harness-makers | 1 | Rugmakers | 0 |
| Beer-sellers | 1 | Hatmakers | 2 | Saddlers | 1 |
| Blacksmiths | 0 | Hay Merchants | 1 | Scabbardmakers | 1 |
| Bleachers | 1 | Illuminators | 0 | Sculptors | 1 |
| Bookbinders | 0 | Inns | 0 | Shoemakers | 8 |
| Booksellers | 0 | Jewelers | 2 | Spice Merchants | 1 |
| Buckle Makers | 1 | Locksmiths | 1 | Tailors | 2 |
| Butchers | 1 | Magic Shops | 0 | Tanners | 1 |
| Carpenters | 3 | Maidservants | 5 | Taverns | 2 |
| Chandlers | 3 | Masons | 4 | Watercarriers | 1 |
| Chicken Butchers | 1 | Mercers | 1 | Weavers | 2 |
| Coopers | 3 | Old Clothes | 4 | Wine-sellers | 1 |
| Copyists | 1 | Painters | 1 | Woodcarvers | 0 |
| Cutlers | 1 | Pastrycooks | 2 | Woodsellers | 1 |
| Doctors | 1 | Plasterers | 1 | ||
| Fishmongers | 1 | Pursemakers | 1 |
Community
Population Density
Populous. A moderate amount of people live here. Walking through the streets, you will see plenty of people, but never so many that it would feel cramped.Population Overflow
Due to scarcity of land, there is no real overflow.Culture
Enjoyment. Citizens believe life finds its meaning in the pursuit of happiness and fun.Government
Small community. A city council and an elected mayor, unless the current Heyton chooses to be in charge.
Since 2020 Lars Heyton has taken over control of this island nation with three councils to aid him. One from the Thorpe, One from Xorlarrin's Crown and one with no voting power from Netheril Nexus.
Defences
In the past they relied on two large stones in the Harbor, since then this has been upgraded and the entire island "chain" now has 12 floating guard towers manned by guards that ride Griffons.
There's a decent policing presence, and citizens know better than to step out of line, as The Impenetrable Guardsmen are armed. Despite this, brutality is rare, and citizens with nothing to hide have nothing to fear. Law is in favour of the best for the community. To access the floating enclaves one must have a pass. All magic-casters must be registered and explained that magic is to be used sparingly and only in the best interests of the community, any magic cast that the councils deem to be a harm can be a crime.
Industry & Trade
The harbor is a common area for all types of trade, and with the expansion lately they are known for creating a variety of magical trinkets and items.
Trade is mostly free, with some taxes applied to goods and services rendered in the city. People live a squalid existence because of it. Welfare is terrible. Citizens can expect the absolute bare minimum of death services. Healthcare and education are ignored, and those unable to fend for themselves would go hungry if it weren't for private benefactors. Lately this has been improving though as the Nexus has grown and even begun to provide prosthetics for those who need them
Infrastructure
Most of the infrastructure here tends to be wood with stone bases. Simple and functional
Districts
No real "districts". You have a Outding Refuge Docks, Outding Refuge Church, An area with homes and other businesses spread around.
History
In approximately the year -4000 this island was taken over by the Heyton family and their church. They took care of the current problem of sahuagin and the tribe of cannibals on the island.
Since then the Thorpe has been a stopping point for adventurers seeking wealth and glory to the South.
Points of interest
Grotto of Outding Refuge
Helga's Herbs & Oddities
Heyton Manor
Outding Refuge Church
Outding Refuge City Hall
Outding Refuge Docks
Outding Refuge Garrison Tower
Outding Refuge Mayor's House
Outding Refuge Temple Ruins
Outding Refuge Village Storehouse
Shipwreck Shore
Widow's Peak
Xorlarrin's Crown
Sahuagin Crystal Cave
Catacomb Tunnels
Everfrost Beach
Stevenson's Sailor Sleep Stop
The Heyton Family Crypt
The Psychotic Frog (Tavern)
The Wavecrest Tavern
The Affordable Adventurer's Store
Three towers of Netheril Nexus
Town Hall
Village Gate
Helga's Herbs & Oddities
Heyton Manor
Outding Refuge Church
Outding Refuge City Hall
Outding Refuge Docks
Outding Refuge Garrison Tower
Outding Refuge Mayor's House
Outding Refuge Temple Ruins
Outding Refuge Village Storehouse
Shipwreck Shore
Widow's Peak
Xorlarrin's Crown
Sahuagin Crystal Cave
Catacomb Tunnels
Everfrost Beach
Stevenson's Sailor Sleep Stop
The Heyton Family Crypt
The Psychotic Frog (Tavern)
The Wavecrest Tavern
The Affordable Adventurer's Store
Three towers of Netheril Nexus
Town Hall
Village Gate
Tourism
Many people love to take their vacations here.
Geography
A large island that juts out of the sea and has a very tall pointed mountain. Now it has four large flying enclaves with 12 flying mini-enclaves hidden with some dweomer.
Climate
Tropical climates are characterized by constant high temperatures (at sea level and low elevations all 12 months of the year have average temperatures of 18 °C (64.4 °F) or higher; and generally high annual precipitation. There is no winter, per se. Frost does not occur, allowing tropical vegetation to flourish. Except for the one year that had a magical winter, of course.
Natural Resources
The land here is full of some magical crystals which seems to be affected by the dragon hoard of Canthenth, the Arcane Forge, and the ancient Enclave that once existed here. Those crystals are now being used for a variety of magic research by the Netheril Nexus.
There is an abundance of fish and other plants here which provide those who live here, but they also do a fair amount of trade with those who stop here as a layover between Kampos & Æwrûn.
They also have a long history of having unique magic goods here, but that has only been more true with the research now being done here.
Geography
| Aliases | Heyton, The Thorpe of Outding |
| Capitol | Xorlarrin's Crown, none before 2021 |
| Type | Settlement Large Village |
| Region | Outding Refuge, South of Carrune, East of Kampos, West of Æwrûn |
| Size | 1,140,000 sq. feet (0.0409 sq. miles) |
Society
| Demonym | ... | |
| Race(s) | Mostly human, but all are welcome. Many come and go. | |
| Religion(s) | Any. There is one church, and the priest is very Unitarian. Most tend to worship traditional "Forgotten Gods" found at Pantheon of Forgotten Gods. Many tend to lean towards sea deities. |
Commerce
| Imports | Food, spice, materials, skilled laborers and crafters | |
| Exports | Crafts (especially magical trinkets), magical innovations | |
| Currency | Accepts all currencies, no personal mint. |
Politics
| Government Type | Constitutional Lordship. | |
| Ruling Bodies | Lord Lars Heyton Council of Heyton The Crown's Council Minor power: Netheril Nexus |
History
| Population | 2023: 1,480 2020: apx. 150 | |
| Ruler | Lord Lars Heyton in 2020 and current Mayor Viggie Storr from 2010 to 2020 when Lars invoked Family Right. |
Maps
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Area Map | Outding Refuge | Heyton's Thorpe (Hand drawn by Jeets, 2020 KC)
Jeet's Handrawn Map of Heyton's Thorpe
Jeet's threw this hastly drawn map of the thorpe for the Mighty Menagerie when they needed some help knowing the island.
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Founding Date
-1400 BKG
Founders
Alternative Name(s)
Heyton's Village, Village of Outding Refuge
Type
Village
Population
apx. 1,480
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