Durtongay (Durr-ton-gay)

Crime:

Regular. The streets are crawling with criminals, and a purse unstowed is almost sure to be snatched.

DANGER:

Rare. This trading post is built in a place known to be extremely safe; danger or hazards are a rarity.

Danger Type:

Monster. The trading post is terrorized by a monster that roams the local area.

Government

Leadership:

Single, elected leader. The locals democratically voted for their current leader.

POLITICS:

Embattled. Opposing enemy forces surround the trading post on all sides, and it finds itself located in the midst of (though not necessarily participating in) an ongoing conflict.

Defences

Law Enforcement:

Sheriff. A single sheriff and a deputy keep things civil.

Industry & Trade

Specialty:

Food & Drink. This trading post is known for plentiful and varied high-quality beverages.

Infrastructure

Condition:

Fair. The buildings are clean and sparsely decorated. Roads are flattened earth, possibly with gravel.

Size:

Large. Up to 80 standing structures.

Population Wealth:

Prosperous. Most of the population has enough to live a good life and, of them, a fair amount can even live comfortably.

RECENT HISTORY

Construction. Certain parts of the trading post have been (or currently are) under construction. Tools, scaffolding, and other such elements can still be seen, as well as individuals working throughout the day.

Assets

SHOPS:

Tusk’s Carpentry

Builds with or carves wood, as well as carrying out repairs.
Quality: Fine. The location is an exceptional version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely extensive, or of surpassing quality. The location itself is likely remarkable in some way (or, possibly, many ways) such as being very clean or well-built.
Goods:
Chisel 1gp -
Hammer 1gp 3lbs
Hatchet 1gp 2lbs
Nails 2ep -
Plane 2ep -
Ruler 2ep -
Saw 1gp 1lba

Thistle Do Nicely Tailor

Makes and sells clothing, including hats and cloaks. Also sells general items made from cloth, such as blankets, and carries out repairs and alterations of cloth goods.
Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.
Goods:
Bedroll (1 gp)
- Weaver's Tools (1 gp)
- Robes (1 gp)
- Tent, Two-person (2 gp)
- Backpack (2 gp)
- Sack (1 cp)
- Clothes, Traveler's (2 gp)
- Clothes, Common (5 sp)

Small Day Wares General Store

Sells basic supplies, groceries, and various odds and ends.
Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.
Goods:
- Heatstone (20 gp)
- Mirror, small steel (10 gp)
- Bathtub, collapsible (15 gp)
- Paper (one sheet) (2 sp)
- Buoy, superior (10 gp)
- Animal-repellent sack (1 gp)
- Blanket (5 sp)
- Hammer (1 gp)

The Wild Cart Wainwright

Builds carts and wagons.
Quality: Quality: Poor. The location is a substandard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely limited, or of bad quality. The location itself may be in disrepair, dirty, or have any number of other issues present.

The Crowned Hero Smithy

Sells and crafts metal tools and equipment, including very basic weapons and armor.
Quality: Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.
Goods:
Heavy Armor Splint (200 gp)
- Spear (1 gp)
- Ring Mail (30 gp)
- Manacles (2 gp)
- Sickle (1 gp)
- Key blank, wax (15 gp)
- Chain (10 feet) (5 gp)
- Pick, Miner's (2 gp)

Secret Ingredient General Store

Sells basic supplies, groceries, and various odds and ends.
Quality: Fine. The location is an exceptional version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely extensive, or of surpassing quality. The location itself is likely remarkable in some way (or, possibly, many ways) such as being very clean or well-built.
Goods:
- Ink Pen (2 cp)
- Camouflaged canvas (1 gp)
- Ladder (10-foot) (1 sp)
- Glassblower's Tools (30 gp)
- Bucket (5 cp)
- Animal glue (5 sp)
- Candle (1 cp)
- Mirror, small steel (10 gp)

Laughing Crate: Whittling Artist (S).

Encompasses painter, sculptor or other visual art as appropriate
Quality: Poor. The location is a substandard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely limited, or of bad quality. The location itself may be in disrepair, dirty, or have any number of other issues present.

Arcane Bank & Exchange

Encompasses auctions, banking, and the specific selling of gems or exchange of currency.
Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.
Banking:
1pp = 10gp = 20ep = 100sp = 1000cp
Can only borrow up to 10x current gold
Every 10 pieces charges interest of that amount by one each day after exchange

Sturdy Sheath Smithy

(B). Sells and crafts metal tools and equipment, including very basic weapons and armor.
Quality: Fine. The location is an exceptional version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely extensive, or of surpassing quality. The location itself is likely remarkable in some way (or, possibly, many ways) such as being very clean or well-built.
Goods:
Shield (10 gp)
- Morningstar (15 gp)
- Manacles, masterwork (50 gp)
- Shortsword (10 gp)
- War Pick (5 gp)
- Lantern, Bullseye (10 gp)
- Spikes, Iron (1 gp)
- Light Armor Leather (10 gp)

Spellunking: Alchemist

Brews and sells potions, as well as mundane herbs and alchemical ingredients.
Quality: Poor. The location is a substandard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely limited, or of bad quality. The location itself may be in disrepair, dirty, or have any number of other issues present.
Goods:
Salve, exemplar weapon (350 gp)
- Liquid ice (40 gp)
- Alchemical glue (20 gp)
- Oil, alchemist’s fire (1 flask) (20 gp)
- Saltpeter (3 gp)
- Dye, marker (15 gp)
- Bomb launcher (10 gp)
- Deodorizing agent (30 gp)

Dragon’s Hide: Leatherworking

Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.
Owner: Alexia Lunadream is a 35 year old female half-elf leatherworker. She has very long, wavy, blond hair shaved on the right side and brown eyes. She has smooth golden skin. She stands 177cm (5'9") tall and has a round build. She has a square, typical face. She smells slightly like rain.
Goods:
Artisan's Tools (5 gp)
- Musical Instrument (30 gp)
- Shield (10 gp)
- Adventuring Gear (2 sp)
- Light Armor (10 gp)
- Medium Armor (10 gp)
- Simple Ranged Weapon (1 sp)
- Light Armor (10 gp)

Majestic Threads: Magic Clothing Shop

Magic Shop - Clothing (E). Sells magical items with a focus on clothing of all types which bear magical properties.
Quality: Fine. The location is an exceptional version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely extensive, or of surpassing quality. The location itself is likely remarkable in some way (or, possibly, many ways) such as being very clean or well-built.
Goods:
Component Pouch (25 gp)
Elven Chain
Dwarven Plate
Gloves of Missile Snaring

Crossed Hammers: Carpenter

Builds with or carves wood, as well as carrying out repairs.
Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.
Goods:
Staff (arcane focus) 5gp 4lbs
Staff of adornment (objects less than 1lbs) 5gp 4lbs
Staff of bird calls (mimics bird calls up to 60ft) 100gp 4lbs 10 charges a day

Brewed Awakening: Rare Libations & Fare

Sells (and, perhaps, makes or brews) drinks and/or food of surpassing quality or rarity to the region.
Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.
Extravagant Food: Pie in the shape of a castle, containing a whole roast deer
Rich Food: Fruit in Syrup

Silver Spoon Armory

Magic Shop - Armor (E). Sells magical items with a focus on armor and protective equipment.
Quality: Poor. The location is a substandard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely limited, or of bad quality. The location itself may be in disrepair, dirty, or have any number of other issues present.
Goods:
Scale mail (medium, 14+Dex modifier, max 2) 50gp 45lbs Stealth disadvantage
Shield (+2) 10gp 6lbs
Shield of expression (face on shield) 15gp 6lbs Manipulate expression on face
Smoldering armor (enchanted emanating smoke) 5gp - 5gp for enchantment on armor

Glass Talisman Bank

Encompasses auctions, banking, and the specific selling of gems or exchange of currency.
Quality: Fine. The location is an exceptional version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely extensive, or of surpassing quality. The location itself is likely remarkable in some way (or, possibly, many ways) such as being very clean or well-built.
Banking:
1pp = 10gp = 20ep = 100sp = 1000cp
Can only borrow up to 100x current gold
Every 10 pieces charges interest of that amount by one each day after exchange

SERVICES:

Jolly Bear Tavern:

Quality: Fine. The location is an exceptional version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely extensive, or of surpassing quality. The location itself is likely remarkable in some way (or, possibly, many ways) such as being very clean or well-built.
Establishment Reputation: Disreputable
Patrons:The Usual Crowd. The establishment is moderately busy, up to roughly half capacity
Staff: Appropriate. The establishment has enough staff to get the work managed the right way.
Non-Alcoholic Drinks: Flower Water (such as rose or lavender)
Alcoholic Drinks: Rum
Food: Rich Fair, Lamprey Pie.

Smoke and Mirrors: Club.

Provides entertainment via comedic, dramatic or musical performance.
Quality: Poor. The location is a substandard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely limited, or of bad quality. The location itself may be in disrepair, dirty, or have any number of other issues present.

Good Knight's Rest Inn

Provides accommodation, as well as a place to have a bath and a decent meal.
Quality: Poor. The location is a substandard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely limited, or of bad quality. The location itself may be in disrepair, dirty, or have any number of other issues present.

Old Oak Stables

Provides boarding accommodation for mounts, as well as selling carts, animals, and their tack.
Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.

Last Repose: Soothsayer.

Provides magical prediction and prophecy - sayers of sooth!
Poor. The location is a substandard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely limited, or of bad quality. The location itself may be in disrepair, dirty, or have any number of other issues present.

The Phoenix Feather Inn.

Provides accommodation, as well as a place to have a bath and a decent meal.
Poor. The location is a substandard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely limited, or of bad quality. The location itself may be in disrepair, dirty, or have any number of other issues present.

Screaming Sword Tavern:

Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.
Establishment Reputation: Of No Consequence
Patrons:Crowded. The establishment is extremely busy and is at or near full capacity
Staff: Short-Staffed. The establishment staff is stretched thin.
Food: Humble Fair, Pickled Fish
Non-Alcoholic Drinks: Cow’s Milk
Alcoholic Drinks: Mead

Doctor/Apothecary.

Provides medical care.
Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.
Doctor: Fosco, 65 year old male stout halfling doctor. He has long, curled, black hair and brown eyes with pale skin. He stands 116cm (3'9") tall and has a regular build. He has an oval, very forgettable face.

Quick Cuts Barber.

Provides grooming services, such as haircuts or shaves.
Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.
Owner: Monlanyn, Female Siren. She has a bald head and black eyes. She has rough aqua skin. She stands 157cm (6'1") tall and has an athletic build. She has a square, ordinary face and slightly long fingers.

The Breaking Storm: Magic Mercenaries

Hired Help - Magic Mercenaries. Specialists trained the use of arcane or non-divine magic in combat and practical mission scenarios.
Hired Help Size: Individual Person. The hired help is a single person hiring out their services.
Quality: Quality: Fine. The location is an exceptional version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely extensive, or of surpassing quality. The location itself is likely remarkable in some way (or, possibly, many ways) such as being very clean or well-built.

The Bait and Switch: Guides & Trackers Guild

Hired Help - Guides and Trackers. Scouts, rangers and wilderness experts.
Hired Help Size: Guild. An organized guild is hiring out their services. When hired, a portion of the guild’s members handle the job, not the entire guild (unless the job is very large).
Quality: Quality: Good. The location is a standard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely not terrible, but often not particularly remarkable either (though sometimes there may be exceptions). The location itself is likely in a serviceable state, though probably not flawless.

The Backwards Compass: House of Leisure.

Provides entertainment and/or relaxation
Quality: Poor. The location is a substandard version of what is typically expected. Its offerings are likely limited, or of bad quality. The location itself may be in disrepair, dirty, or have any number of other issues present.

PLACE OF WORSHIP:

None

History

Origin:

Business Venture. The trading post was established by a wealthy entrepreneur specifically to be a trading post from the start.

Tourism

Visitor Traffic:

Groups. Visitors are a rarity, though a few might be around.

Disposition:

Hostile. Locals seem very unfriendly toward visitors, and would likely make out-of-towners feel unwelcome. This could manifest as coldness, passive-aggressiveness, or even violence

Geography

Environment:

Not far from a mountain pass through valleys.
Near the border of the Republic of Edhelest and the Kingdom of Guildwick. It is still within Guildwick’s territory.

WEATHER:

Bad. Most folk are staying indoors. Travel is dangerous in these conditions. Rain is torrential, snow is blinding. Winds potentially reach hurricane force.

Founding Date

Age: Mature. The trading post was originally built decades ago.

Type

Trade post

Population

Resident Population: Congested. Movement is difficult. Homes and common buildings are often at capacity.

Location under

United Kingdom of Guildwick