The Laughing Jackal Tavern

The Laughing Jackal is a disreputable tavern in a rundown section of Tirfalon. It is infamous ofr shadey deals and plotting of all kinds. The second story of the tavern is made up of one large room and it is where the Chaos Cult is said to meet.

Purpose / Function

To sell food and drink to local citizens of the sector. It also serves as a meeting place for groups wishing a private room for clandestined discussions.

Design

The upper room contains a fireplace which shares the chimney with the fireplace on the ground floor. It also contains large shuttered windows to allow for ventilation in the summer months. The heavy shutters provide a snug and quiet place in the winter time.

Entries

There are two entrances. One is a stairwell which leads down into the common room of the tavern. The other is an outside stairway that leads directly to the back alley for quick retreats in case of discovery by the law or enemies.

Sensory & Appearance

The room is clean with the scent of wax candles and wood polish. When the window shutters are open in the daytime, the room is brightly lit. During the evening and night or when the shutters are closed the room is lit by several lamps and candles in wall sconces or on the table.

Denizens

Any group wishing to meet pays the tavern owner a silver piece per meeting to reserve the room. A standing meeting can be reserved a month at a time or longer. It is also expected that the party buys food and drink while they meet.

Contents & Furnishings

A large, central table dominates the space seating up to fifteen people at a time. There are chairs lining three walls and small tables at intervals between the chairs. There are plenty of lamps and candles in the room. A sideboard sits along one wall to hold food and beverages ordered by the patrons.

Alterations

The building has remained the same throughout its history except for minor decorative alterations inside.

Architecture

The Laughing Jackal is a two-stor tavern built of wood and brick. It is made up of a kitchen and large common room boasting a massive, brick fireplace on the ground floor. The upper floor is one big room.

History

The tavern is owned by and has been in the Jackson family since its construction in 1955 AG.

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Founding Date

1955 AG

Type

Pub / Tavern / Restaurant

Parent Location

Tirfalon

Environmental Effects

he surrounding neighborhood where the tavern is located is a strip of businesses that have seen better days. The houses in the area are somewhat dilapidated and in some cases falling down. The streets contain trash and refuse that give off a fetted stench.