Rumors/Legends/Hearsay - 7th of Reaping - 1002 (Edgewater)
Highs in the 90 - 95 range with lows around 75. Wispy clouds during some days, but mostly clear.
1. Hobgoblins have established several forts in the east. They are threatening Kedane. Most of
the forts are along the coast but at least one is inland.
2. The strange archway is a gateway to hell! Foul beasts are entering from hell and they
will be the doom of West. The Prince should not have let the archway in the north be
completed.
3. Sailors are saying that the hurricane in the north is getting stronger. Big waves may be
encountered in the area of the hurricane. The MaryBeth claims to have almost capsized because
of the waves.
4. Many dead fish have been sighted floating on the surface of the water near the hurricane. The
fish have rotten and cannot be eaten.
5. Goblin scouts have been spotted in the nearby woods by lumbermen. GoblinX has been chasing
them out of the area.
6. Violent storm clouds cover the hobgoblin armies in the east. Lightning has been seen to
strike enemies of the hobgoblins.
7. Newest vein of iron has played out in the mine! The dwarves say to dig deeper and are in
consultation with the human miners to do just that.
8. Laborers have been moving into Edgewater to work on the road to Logsaw. Janis, a bard, has
come from West to assist by motivating the workers.
9. A giant lizard or alligator has been shadowing barges in the lake.
10. A foul beast is amongst the hobgoblin hordes. The beast is a giant hyena with two heads!
11. Captain Blake, from the Breezy Lady, has been arrested for trying to kill the Prince. During
an audience, he jumped at the Prince and tried to strangle him.
12. Goblins and Hobgoblin hordes are massing to attack Kedane. The attack could begin at
any time. There are hundreds of these creatures.
13. A demonic shrine to Nerull has been constructed at Arch point. Several priests have been
killed in Sparkle trying to kidnap people.
14. Tom Long Legs has been killed by goblins outside of Edgewater. Tom was part of GoblinX and
was chasing the goblins out of the area.
15. The Westerlies have calmed. The clouds have been building in the West and the sunsets
have been spectacular. Sailing in that area will be difficult.
16. The Syndicate has stolen the Sword called Justice. Gordon light-fingers claims to have taken
the sword from the NuNor Paladin.
17. The merchant ship Fat Thurston has been attacked by a green dragon near Kedane! After eating
half the crew and breaking the main mast, the beast flew off.
18. A riot has happened in the slave market in Kedane. Several slaves have escaped and many
people have been killed.
19. The Dark Council leads the newly formed Kingdom of Mumix in the southern area of Contopia. The
identities of the council members is not known but they are reputed to practice foul rituals
during meetings.
20. The hobgoblins are led by the Iron Wind. Iron Wind is a user of magic of great power and able
to bend the elements to his will. He commands the storm over his troops.
21. After having thunderstorms early in the summer, West has been hot and dry for the last month.
22. Devilmen have attacked several fishing boats outside of West. The navy has killed many
devilmen but that has not stopped them yet.
23. A giant hammerhead whale has been sighted to the north of Lycos! Several captains have set
sail to hunt this creature.
24. A giant spider has been chased out of Overton. Townspeople were able to drive the beast out
of the warehouses and out of town. The spider fled into the Martin wood.
25. Barge traffic has increased this summer from Edgewater to West. Several merchants from
Harris have stopped at Edgewater on their way to West.
26. West navy is recruiting marines to help patrol the waters of West.
27. The hobgoblin hordes are led into battle by a raving lunatic that plays organ music as the
troops mass for battle.
28. A huge fire has destroyed several warehouses in Leeward. The Musty Smell, a merchant ship,
was also caught in the fire and destroyed.
29. Pharlong is seeking adventurers to return to the Motaku Island and loot the golden temple. He
is in Hydyr currently. Pharlong claims to have found the temple, but his prior group was slain
as they approached it and he bearly escaped.
30. Nightshade, Raugmauda's ship, has sunk several long boats manned by skeletons north of Yoha's
Graveyard. The long boats attacked and boarded the Nightshade and were repelled.
Sunday, December 2, 2012
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Letter discovered with Giants
Greetings from the Misty Realm,
Plans and Plots move forward to meet the Grand Design. Your area of conquest has been increased
as you desire. The forces of the dour dwarves and the Ogres have proven ineffective. You have been
granted territories to the North as well as the human town of Harris.
Tribute from the humans at
Freeton has been agreed by all parties.
Gronk, leader of Stone Giants, has joined our cause. He mentioned your praises in swaying him
to the cause. His fortress has proven secure.
(Signed)Golondra
Master of the Misty Realm
Commander of the Western Wind
Plans and Plots move forward to meet the Grand Design. Your area of conquest has been increased
as you desire. The forces of the dour dwarves and the Ogres have proven ineffective. You have been
granted territories to the North as well as the human town of Harris.
Tribute from the humans at
Freeton has been agreed by all parties.
Gronk, leader of Stone Giants, has joined our cause. He mentioned your praises in swaying him
to the cause. His fortress has proven secure.
(Signed)Golondra
Master of the Misty Realm
Commander of the Western Wind
Treasure from Giants
Coins
33,225 silver coins
62,619 gold coins
Gems and Jewelry
6 misc. jewelry (1000 each)
29 misc. jewelry (250 each)
980 gems (1)
5 gems (5)
89 gems (10)
61 gems (100)
22 gems (500)
12 gems (1000)
1 gem (5000)
gold belt buckle (1400)
copper mirror (200)
silver comb (500)
silver bracelet with emeralds (3000)
giant otter fur (2000)
jeweled collar (1000)
gold earrings with fire opals (2000)
8 casks of wine (100)
11 ivory tusks (1000)
Items
25 Arrows +2
Long Sword +2, Flaming
Long Spear +3
4 Potions of Water Breathe
Battle Axe +3
Potion of Invisibility
Potion of Bull Strength +4
Diving Rod (sense motive 60 feet radius)
33,225 silver coins
62,619 gold coins
Gems and Jewelry
6 misc. jewelry (1000 each)
29 misc. jewelry (250 each)
980 gems (1)
5 gems (5)
89 gems (10)
61 gems (100)
22 gems (500)
12 gems (1000)
1 gem (5000)
gold belt buckle (1400)
copper mirror (200)
silver comb (500)
silver bracelet with emeralds (3000)
giant otter fur (2000)
jeweled collar (1000)
gold earrings with fire opals (2000)
8 casks of wine (100)
11 ivory tusks (1000)
Items
25 Arrows +2
Long Sword +2, Flaming
Long Spear +3
4 Potions of Water Breathe
Battle Axe +3
Potion of Invisibility
Potion of Bull Strength +4
Diving Rod (sense motive 60 feet radius)
Saturday, October 13, 2012
Rumors during the month of Reaping
Rumors/Legends/Hearsay - Early Reaping - 1002 (Edgewater/Harris)
Highs in the 85 - 90 range with lows around 70. Wispy clouds during some days, but mostly clear.
1. General Billings has fought Ogres in the East! Troops from West, led by Billings, encountered a
group of Ogres in the plains and engaged in battle. While the troops fought bravely, the battle
was a draw as both sides withdrew. The Ogres were supported by sinister magic.
2. Strange, demonic creatures have been seen in the area around the mysterious archway.
3. Rangers in Edgewater report sighting many hill giants in the south.
4. The sea has been rougher than usual around the northern hurricane. Many dead fish have been
sighted floating on the surface of the water.
5. Goblins have been spotted in the forest outside of town.
6. Long ago, before the lake was a big as it is today, a temple stood by the river. It has been
swallowed by the lake for many years. As the waters rose to the temple steps, the priests were
sealed inside the temple. They are restless and that is why fishing is not good near the river.
7. Lizardman have been trading with merchants in Edgewater. The Lizardmen have valuable spices and
herbs.
8. Fishing has been very good this season around Edgewater.
9. A giant lizard or alligator has been shadowing barges in the lake.
10. A barge outside of Overton has been attacked by Devilmen. The creatures attacked the barge
at night and quickly overwhelmed the crew. It is rare for Devilmen to swim in fresh water.
11. The Breezy Lady reports that they saw a large fire in the ruins of Turgon's City. The
sailors were certain that dancers surrounded the fire and they heard strange chanting.
12. The eastern side of Lycos island has been overrun by hobgoblins and other creatures.
13. Magister Stedman, recently expelled from Phinca's, has been found dead near Overton. His skin
had been removed from his body, except for his head.
14. GoblinX, a group of young men from West, have taken up residence at the Pegasus. These young
hotheads have been searching the woods for goblins for the last couple of weeks.
15. A group of dwarves have been drinking the town dry. They arrived a couple of weeks ago and
have been working at the mine. When not working, they seem to consume huge amounts of ale and
beer.
16. The sword of justice, recently discovered by the Paladin Jordan, has been lost in Red Sea
City. Jordan was found slain in an alley and the sword was missing.
17. A dragon has been attacking merchant ships. A ship survived an attack and reported
the attack in Kedane. It is believed that the beast has a lair on the Green Hills Isle.
18. A slave ship has been seen taking slaves to the south. The destination was unknown. Several
rewards are available for victims in Kedane.
19. A darkness is spreading in the south of Contopia. Rumors say that the Black Kingdom has been
reborn. If so, this is a dark time indeed.
20. The dwarves of dubbor have discovered a new vein of mithril. The discovery is on the 20th
level of the mine.
Highs in the 85 - 90 range with lows around 70. Wispy clouds during some days, but mostly clear.
1. General Billings has fought Ogres in the East! Troops from West, led by Billings, encountered a
group of Ogres in the plains and engaged in battle. While the troops fought bravely, the battle
was a draw as both sides withdrew. The Ogres were supported by sinister magic.
2. Strange, demonic creatures have been seen in the area around the mysterious archway.
3. Rangers in Edgewater report sighting many hill giants in the south.
4. The sea has been rougher than usual around the northern hurricane. Many dead fish have been
sighted floating on the surface of the water.
5. Goblins have been spotted in the forest outside of town.
6. Long ago, before the lake was a big as it is today, a temple stood by the river. It has been
swallowed by the lake for many years. As the waters rose to the temple steps, the priests were
sealed inside the temple. They are restless and that is why fishing is not good near the river.
7. Lizardman have been trading with merchants in Edgewater. The Lizardmen have valuable spices and
herbs.
8. Fishing has been very good this season around Edgewater.
9. A giant lizard or alligator has been shadowing barges in the lake.
10. A barge outside of Overton has been attacked by Devilmen. The creatures attacked the barge
at night and quickly overwhelmed the crew. It is rare for Devilmen to swim in fresh water.
11. The Breezy Lady reports that they saw a large fire in the ruins of Turgon's City. The
sailors were certain that dancers surrounded the fire and they heard strange chanting.
12. The eastern side of Lycos island has been overrun by hobgoblins and other creatures.
13. Magister Stedman, recently expelled from Phinca's, has been found dead near Overton. His skin
had been removed from his body, except for his head.
14. GoblinX, a group of young men from West, have taken up residence at the Pegasus. These young
hotheads have been searching the woods for goblins for the last couple of weeks.
15. A group of dwarves have been drinking the town dry. They arrived a couple of weeks ago and
have been working at the mine. When not working, they seem to consume huge amounts of ale and
beer.
16. The sword of justice, recently discovered by the Paladin Jordan, has been lost in Red Sea
City. Jordan was found slain in an alley and the sword was missing.
17. A dragon has been attacking merchant ships. A ship survived an attack and reported
the attack in Kedane. It is believed that the beast has a lair on the Green Hills Isle.
18. A slave ship has been seen taking slaves to the south. The destination was unknown. Several
rewards are available for victims in Kedane.
19. A darkness is spreading in the south of Contopia. Rumors say that the Black Kingdom has been
reborn. If so, this is a dark time indeed.
20. The dwarves of dubbor have discovered a new vein of mithril. The discovery is on the 20th
level of the mine.
Sunday, September 23, 2012
Bandit Spell Caster Spells
0th - acid splash, flare, ghost sounds, bleed
1st -- True Strike, Burning Hands, Color Spray, Identify, Shocking Grasp
2nd -- Acid Arrow, Hypnotic Pattern, Fog Cloud, Blur
3rd -- Deep Slumber, Rage, Gentle Repose
1st -- True Strike, Burning Hands, Color Spray, Identify, Shocking Grasp
2nd -- Acid Arrow, Hypnotic Pattern, Fog Cloud, Blur
3rd -- Deep Slumber, Rage, Gentle Repose
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Edgewater (Kingmaker statistics)
Edgewater (Kingmaker)
Alignment: Lawful
Neutral with good tendencies (+2 economy)
Town size: 21 hexes
Population: 800. (Very under populated based on town/building
size)
Control DC: 23 (number of buildings + size/10)
Stability: +5
Economy: +11
Loyalty: +7
Unrest: 0
Consumption: 2.2 BP (21 hexes + 1 district divided by 10)
per month
Treasury: 20 BP (each
BP equals 2000 gold)
Districts – 1
Town is jumbled – merchants and housing, etc. are mixed
together.
Buildings --
Graveyard (economy +1, loyalty +1)
Herbalist (healer) (loyalty +1, stability +1)
8 house areas
4 Inns (economy +4, loyalty +4)
Mansion (+1 stability)
Pier (+1 economy, +1 stability)
Shop (+1 economy)
Shrine (+1 loyalty, -1 unrest)
2 Tradesmen (+2 economy, +2 stability)
1 farmland
Lycos Trade
Lycos Trade
The city of West dominates merchant activity on the western
side of the Lycos Isle. The city of Kedane
likewise dominates the eastern side. The
other settlements on the island support one or the other of these two major
centers.
Kedane is more closely linked to the cities of Hydyr than
West, mainly due to location. West has
preferred trade practices so draws merchant traffic to that side of the
island.
The Realm of West has two foci of trade – West and
Harris. All of the other villages and
towns supply raw materials to one or the other cities. Manufactured goods flow out to the towns and
villages as well as being exported.
Freeton handles many luxury items and such as they smuggle
them to avoid taxes and legal issues.
West (city) – Manufacturing
hub. West takes in raw materials and
creates items, which are exported. West
trades with the surrounding towns and villages mostly, but does a good trade
with Kedane, Harris and Hydyr.
Incoming Goods – silver, iron, lumber, foodstuffs, manufactured
goods, furs, liquor, tobacco, spices, cloth
Outgoing Goods –
manufactured goods (metalworks, woodworks), beer, shipbuilding
Cod (small village)
– Trades with West
Incoming – Manufactured goods, foodstuffs
Outgoing -- fish
Corn (small village)
– Trades with West
Incoming – Manufactured goods
Outgoing – foodstuffs (corn, barley, wheat, oats,
vegetables)
Upton (small village)
– trades with West
Incoming – Manufactured goods
Outgoing – foodstuffs (vegetables, wheat)
Rockbury (town) –
Trades with West
Incoming – foodstuffs, manufactured goods
Outgoing – silver, stone, beer
Hole (small village)
– trades with West.
Incoming – manufactured goods
Outgoing – foodstuffs (wheat, barley, oats), fish, stone
Findal (small
village) – Trades with West.
Incoming – foodstuffs
Outgoing – iron
Sparkle (town) –
Trades with West.
Incoming – Manufactured goods
Outgoing – foodstuffs (vegetables, corn), gemstones (opals
and emeralds)
Overton (town) –
Trades with West
Incoming – Manufactured goods
Outgoing – Foodstuffs (wheat, corn, barley, vegetables),
Lumber, beer
Edgewater (town) –
Trades mainly with West.
Incoming – foodstuffs, manufactured goods
Outgoing – Iron, Lumber
Mid (town) –
trade route way stop. Trades mainly with
West.
Incoming – trade, manufactured goods
Outgoing – foodstuffs (wheat, vegetables), trade
Logsaw (town) –
Trades with West and Edgewater.
Incoming – foodstuffs, manufactured goods
Outgoing – Lumber
Far Sted (town) –
Way stop on trade route. Town survives
on trade traffic. Trades with West and
Harris.
Incoming – trade
Outgoing – foodstuffs (wheat corn), fish, trade
South (small village)
– Small fishing village along trade route.
Trades with West and Ironhead.
Incoming – manufactured goods
Outgoing – foodstuffs (egg plant, broccoli), fish
IronHead (town) –
trades mostly with Harris. Has been
expanding trade to the northern towns.
Incoming – foodstuffs, manufactured goods, lumber
Outgoing – Iron, stone, beer
Freeton (city) –
Independent city trades with West, Harris and points east (Hydyr).
Incoming – foodstuffs, cotton, wine, tobacco, trade
Outgoing – cloth, wine, tobacco, foodstuffs (wheat,
vegetables), trade, liquor (brandy, vodka)
Aspermet (halfling
settlement) – trade with Freeton and Harris
Incoming – foodstuffs, manufactured goods
Outgoing – foodstuffs (apples, corn, vegetables, pears,
apricots), wine, cotton, tobacco
Vinhom (halfling
settlement) – trade with Freeton and Harris
Incoming – manufactured goods
Outgoing – foodstuffs (grapes, apples, pears, corn, vegetables),
wine, tobacco
Harris (city) – Southern
port of West
realm. Trades with Kedane and Hydyr
cities. Noted for ironworks and
glassworks.
Incoming – trade, iron, cotton, wine, cloth, manufactured
goods, liquor, furs, spices
Outgoing – trade, manufactured goods (metalwork, glass,
cloth), fish, wine, tobacco, liquor (brandy, vodka)
Appleton (small
village) – trade mostly with Harris
Incoming – manufactured goods
Outgoing – foodstuffs (apples, corn), cotton
ByRoad (small
village) – trade mostly with Harris
Incoming – manufactured goods
Outgoing – foodstuffs (wheat, vegetables), cotton
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Edgewater, Town of
Small town, population 700 (estimated)
History
Edgewater was founded in 722, three hundred years ago. The fishing was very good along the shore of
the lake and the area boasted good farm land.
The farm land is rather hilly and rocky, but once cleared, the soil
proved very good. Arvin Free built a
home along the shore and soon a small village occupied the spot.
Edgewater prospered and grew when a valuable vein of iron
was discovered in the nearby hills. That
composes the economy of Edgewater to this day – fishing, mining and some
farming. Edgewater has never been able
to grow enough food to feed all of the residents but has always been able to
trade.
Life has been peaceful generally. There was a major goblin incursion in
857. A contingent of troops from West
was stationed in the town briefly and a minor battle was fought along the
shores of the lake. Since then, goblin
raids have occurred but not with any frequency to cause alarm.
Businesses
Five Rocks Inn, Douglas First (Fighter 4) employs 10
Crossroads Inn, Kelly Gray (Expert 4) employs 14
Beetle and Beggar Inn, Berk Ice (Rogue 7, Fighter 4) employs
8
Pegasus Inn, Shane Beck (Expert 3, Rogue 3) employs 12
Iron Mine, Black Hole, Justin Olmea (Expert 5) employs 150
Warehouse, Zoltar Besper (Expert 3) employs 4
Warehouse, Pere Barrow (Expert 3, Warrior 3) employs 5
Wagoneer, Timothy Leder (Expert 4) employs 6
Barge, Wilson Lake
(Expert 3) employs 14
Barge, Morris Poll (Expert 4) employs 17
Barge, Gonzale Beck (Expert 5) employs 16
Farmer, John John (Expert 4, Warrior 2) employs 16
Farmer, Pamela Olmea (Expert 5, Warrior 4)) employs 29
Farmer, James Wilcok (Expert 3, Warrior 2) employs 10
Farmer, Eston Jack (Expert 4, Warrior 3) employs 17
Lumberman, Jasper Fells (Expert 3) employs 13
Lumberman, Michael Small (Expert 5) employs 14
Outfitter, Marsha Small (Expert 4) employs 2
Fisherman, Alsott Fisher (Expert 3) employs 5
Fisherman, Morgan Allgoth (Expert 4) employs 4
Fisherman, Kelli Allgoth (Expert 4) employs 3
Fisherman, Morgan Wilcok (Expert 4) employs 5
Fisherman, Michael Besper (Expert 3, Warrior 2) employs 4
Fisherman, John Pole (Expert 5) employs 5
Fisherman, Paul Fellspar (Expert 4, Warrior 2) employs 5
Fisherman, Buster Shiny (Expert 3) employs 4
Fisherman, John Rig (Expert 4) employs 2
Candlemaker, Wayne Tingly (Expert 4) employs 2
Tanner, Mort Phin (Expert 4) employs 8
Woodworker, Ray Luck (Expert 3) employs 2
Woodworker, Bert Ray (Expert 4) employs 1
Herbalist, Twig Moot (Expert, 4)
Herbalist, Alice Myst (Wizard Class, 3)
Sage, Alphonse Beek (Expert, 6)
Laborer, Manny Als (Expert 2) employs 8
Laborer, Newt Angle (Expert 3, Warrior 4) employs 12
Laborer, Andy Angle (Expert 3, Warrior 4) employs 11
Laborer, Gary Bart (Expert 2) employs 6
Laborer, Persi Philips (Expert 2) employs 5
Cooper, Red Barrel (Expert 3) employs 3
Barber, Christopher Mathis (Expert 2)
Shoemaker, Ordin Mal (Expert 5, half-orc)
Furrier, Jestin Ver (Expert 2)
Tailor, Kevin An (Expert 3, Halfling)
Mason, Brock Ver (Expert 4, Dwarf) employs 6
Carpenter, Lit Blue (Expert 3) employs 2
Pastrycook, Pati Gage (Expert 3)
Jeweler, Paul Olmea (Expert 3)
Prominent Citizens
Paul Olmea, the town jeweler, is the head of the
family. His family controls the mine as
well as a large farm outside of town.
Paul is married to Pamela, who runs the farm. Justin is Paul’s younger brother. The Olmea family has been in the area for
many years and many people wonder why they are not the noble family of the area. For whatever reason, they have never been
given to reins of power.
James Wilcok owns and manages the most successful farm in
the town. His brother is a fisherman and
the two men seem to hate each other. The
Wilcok family have been in the area nearly as long as the Olmea family.
Michael and Marsha Small run the outfitter store and a
lumber business. Marsha is the brains of
the operation apparently, as well as the beauty. Michael is frequently in the woods looking
for timber and/or bringing logs into town.
The Small family once held title to the lands of Edgewater, but lost
title to the Prince several generations ago.
Alphonse Beek, local historian and naturalist. Alphonse is a very ugly man but seems to know
quite a bit about the surrounding lands and what plants and creatures live in
these parts. He seems to be friendly if
people get past his facial deformities.
Shane and Gonzale Beck are young and ambitious. Gonzale runs a barge between Edgewater and
West. Shane runs on the inns in
town. The Beck family is here because
Edgewater is rather remote and there are rumors that a guild of thieves is
looking for Shane. Apparently Shane came
into some money (family inheritance?) and this allows the family to start the
two businesses.
Priest of Geshtai (lakes), James Hammin. He takes care of the Geshtai shrine and the
other shrines in town (Beory and Xerbo mainly although most major deities have
at least a small shrine). James is the
town priest and is well liked by the townspeople.
Priest of Bleredd (hills,mines), Buck Tall. Buck is active in the mine and the shrine to Bleredd
is located there. Many miners pay homage
to Bleredd.
Chamberlain Robert (?) seems like a toady type of
person. He seems to be trying very hard
to please. He is very organized.
Treasurer Lora is a very serious older woman. She has kept the books for the Count for many
years and her father and grand-father before her.
Guard Captain William is competent but not very skilled
(Fighter 2). He immediately offers to
resign as he was not killed when the Ogres took the past Count.
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Mid Planting Rumors around West
Rumors/Legends/Hearsay - Mid Planting - 1002
Highs in the 75 - 80 range with lows around 55. Afternoon storms have been frequent coming in from
the west.
1. Mercenaries hired by Logan Middlebrook killed on the road. Surviving merchant claims that the
bandits are led by a slime demon!
2. Mystical archway rebuilt on tip of Lycos isle. Unknown who did this or why.
3. Yellowbeard attacks merchant ship just off the coast from West!
4. The hurricane in the north appears stationary. Very odd behavior.
5. Group of Ogres decimate patrol from Edgewater.
6. Thunderstorms have been plaguing West. Several people have been struck by lightning bolts
and killed.
7. Devilmen driven off by West navy. Fishermen are grateful.
8. Ogres have captured Vicount Edward of Edgewater! His fate is unknown at this time.
9. Dead fish and smelly bubbles have been encountered on Log Lake. This is a portent to
the end of civilization.
10. Count Phillip hailed as hero for driving the giant wasps out of the woods.
11. Vicount Mark from Mid fights bandits on the Southern Road. He drives them into the
Round Hills.
12. Fishing boat from Cod attacked by Giant Squid. Boat and fishermen were eaten!
13. Magister Stedman expelled from Phinca's (school of magic). All spell casters are to
avoid him under penalty of banishment.
14. Healing potions are available from Witch Jessika in the South quarter. 175 gold each.
15. Count Theobald the Bald is in West to ask the Prince for aid. He needs help
guarding iron shipments from Iron Head in the South. Prince Anton from Harris has refused to
help.
16. Lorca's is closed! The store used to sell inks and parchment for scrolls.
17. Several merchant ships just off Green Hills Isle have disappeared. Reward for discovering
their fate.
Highs in the 75 - 80 range with lows around 55. Afternoon storms have been frequent coming in from
the west.
1. Mercenaries hired by Logan Middlebrook killed on the road. Surviving merchant claims that the
bandits are led by a slime demon!
2. Mystical archway rebuilt on tip of Lycos isle. Unknown who did this or why.
3. Yellowbeard attacks merchant ship just off the coast from West!
4. The hurricane in the north appears stationary. Very odd behavior.
5. Group of Ogres decimate patrol from Edgewater.
6. Thunderstorms have been plaguing West. Several people have been struck by lightning bolts
and killed.
7. Devilmen driven off by West navy. Fishermen are grateful.
8. Ogres have captured Vicount Edward of Edgewater! His fate is unknown at this time.
9. Dead fish and smelly bubbles have been encountered on Log Lake. This is a portent to
the end of civilization.
10. Count Phillip hailed as hero for driving the giant wasps out of the woods.
11. Vicount Mark from Mid fights bandits on the Southern Road. He drives them into the
Round Hills.
12. Fishing boat from Cod attacked by Giant Squid. Boat and fishermen were eaten!
13. Magister Stedman expelled from Phinca's (school of magic). All spell casters are to
avoid him under penalty of banishment.
14. Healing potions are available from Witch Jessika in the South quarter. 175 gold each.
15. Count Theobald the Bald is in West to ask the Prince for aid. He needs help
guarding iron shipments from Iron Head in the South. Prince Anton from Harris has refused to
help.
16. Lorca's is closed! The store used to sell inks and parchment for scrolls.
17. Several merchant ships just off Green Hills Isle have disappeared. Reward for discovering
their fate.
Friday, July 6, 2012
Ogre Scrolls and Spell Book
Scrolls from Ogre
Scroll 1
Air Bubble
Icicle Dagger
Scroll 2
Floating Disk
Hydraulic Push
scroll 3
Fog Cloud
Glitter Dust
Scroll 4
Flame Arrow
Shrink Item
Ogre Spellbook
0 level
Detect Magic
Acid Splash
Read Magic
Bleed
Mending
Message
1 level
Air Bubble
Corrosive Touch
Cause Fear
Chill Touch
2 level
Invisibility
Acid Arrow
Fog Cloud
Gust of Wind
Scare
3 level
Arcane Sight
Tongues
Rage
Flame Arrow
Scroll 1
Air Bubble
Icicle Dagger
Scroll 2
Floating Disk
Hydraulic Push
scroll 3
Fog Cloud
Glitter Dust
Scroll 4
Flame Arrow
Shrink Item
Ogre Spellbook
0 level
Detect Magic
Acid Splash
Read Magic
Bleed
Mending
Message
1 level
Air Bubble
Corrosive Touch
Cause Fear
Chill Touch
2 level
Invisibility
Acid Arrow
Fog Cloud
Gust of Wind
Scare
3 level
Arcane Sight
Tongues
Rage
Flame Arrow
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Turgon the Mad Interesting Items
Turgon the Mad had numerous items or at least there are rumors of many items that he possessed.
It is known that he had a bastard sword and a bow. He was a collector of fine tapestries. Most
of these were lost in the fall of Turgon's city.
Items
Bastard Sword, called Honor,
Enchanted Long Bow,
Beacon of Hope (enchanted lantern),
Horseshoes of Speed,
Saddlebags of Holding,
Enchanted Ring,
Mithril shirt,
Enchanted Breastplate.
The sword was (possibly still is) possessed by a spirit of some kind. The sword is capable of
speaking several languages and could warn Turgon of dangers.
The long bow was enchanted to never miss (according to rumor). Turgon was an excellent archer
and competed in many tournaments.
The Beacon of Hope was a lantern that revealed hidden items and intentions within its glow. Turgon
often used it at court.
The ring apparently allowed Turgon to set his opponents on fire somehow. It either shot out flames
or created a bright ray of light that lit items on fire.
The breastplate caused enemies to lose heart against Turgon.
These are all rumors as Turgon has been dead for centuries and most of his items were lost during
the fall of Turgon's city and resulting chaos.
It is known that he had a bastard sword and a bow. He was a collector of fine tapestries. Most
of these were lost in the fall of Turgon's city.
Items
Bastard Sword, called Honor,
Enchanted Long Bow,
Beacon of Hope (enchanted lantern),
Horseshoes of Speed,
Saddlebags of Holding,
Enchanted Ring,
Mithril shirt,
Enchanted Breastplate.
The sword was (possibly still is) possessed by a spirit of some kind. The sword is capable of
speaking several languages and could warn Turgon of dangers.
The long bow was enchanted to never miss (according to rumor). Turgon was an excellent archer
and competed in many tournaments.
The Beacon of Hope was a lantern that revealed hidden items and intentions within its glow. Turgon
often used it at court.
The ring apparently allowed Turgon to set his opponents on fire somehow. It either shot out flames
or created a bright ray of light that lit items on fire.
The breastplate caused enemies to lose heart against Turgon.
These are all rumors as Turgon has been dead for centuries and most of his items were lost during
the fall of Turgon's city and resulting chaos.
Friday, June 22, 2012
Mid Planting Rumors
Rumors/Legends/Hearsay - Mid Planting - 1002
Highs in the 75 - 80 range with lows around 55. Afternoon storms have been frequent coming in from
the west.
1. Logan Midbrook robbed on the road! Reward offered for the heads of the bandits of 1000 gold
coins. Logan is a prominent merchant in West. He is funding the reward.
2. Magic lantern taken from the Prince's Isle!
3. Major victory for forces of West! Hideous humanoids had built a fort and this was destroyed
by the forces of West with help from the Navy. Captain Billings led the assault with help from
Sir Ekrin.
4. Large storm brewing in the north, possible hurricane. Hurricanes do occur but they are very rare
and usually are only seen once a decade.
5. Naval battle with Yellowbeard! Several ships damaged. Yellowbeard driven into the Hydyr islands.
One of his ships sunk. Yellowbeard was encountered along the north shore of the Northern Isle.
His crew as on land at the start of the battle which severely hampered Yellowbeard. The crew was
burying treasure.
6. John the Brave has found a passage to the Northern Isle under the Blue Mountains. He has left
to mark the route.
7. Devilmen active near the coast of West. Several fishing boats have been accosted. The fiends
demand payment for fishing the waters.
8. Ingmar Nosepoke denies involvement with the missing Beelin Emerald. He holds the Prince of
West responsible for its lost. Ingmar fears that the emerald has been taken by sorcerers since
the emerald possesses magical powers.
9. Ruffians from South quarter attacking travelers in the Foreign quarter. Several travelers from
Kedane have been beaten.
10. Giant wasps attack wood cutters by Overton. Count Phillip has mustered the militia and is
searching the woods for these creatures.
11. City barons consider tax increase to pay for new navy ships.
12. West navy encounters long boat crewed by skeletons! Navy ship was not able to stop the vessel.
13. Old Man Smith has an enchanted long sword for sale -- only 2000 golden coins.
14. Healing potions are available from Witch Jessika in the South quarter. 200 gold each.
15. Map to Turgon's Treasure for sale -- 500 gold coins. Treasure hidden in Turgon's City.
16. Guard dogs for sale, only 25 gold coins.
Highs in the 75 - 80 range with lows around 55. Afternoon storms have been frequent coming in from
the west.
1. Logan Midbrook robbed on the road! Reward offered for the heads of the bandits of 1000 gold
coins. Logan is a prominent merchant in West. He is funding the reward.
2. Magic lantern taken from the Prince's Isle!
3. Major victory for forces of West! Hideous humanoids had built a fort and this was destroyed
by the forces of West with help from the Navy. Captain Billings led the assault with help from
Sir Ekrin.
4. Large storm brewing in the north, possible hurricane. Hurricanes do occur but they are very rare
and usually are only seen once a decade.
5. Naval battle with Yellowbeard! Several ships damaged. Yellowbeard driven into the Hydyr islands.
One of his ships sunk. Yellowbeard was encountered along the north shore of the Northern Isle.
His crew as on land at the start of the battle which severely hampered Yellowbeard. The crew was
burying treasure.
6. John the Brave has found a passage to the Northern Isle under the Blue Mountains. He has left
to mark the route.
7. Devilmen active near the coast of West. Several fishing boats have been accosted. The fiends
demand payment for fishing the waters.
8. Ingmar Nosepoke denies involvement with the missing Beelin Emerald. He holds the Prince of
West responsible for its lost. Ingmar fears that the emerald has been taken by sorcerers since
the emerald possesses magical powers.
9. Ruffians from South quarter attacking travelers in the Foreign quarter. Several travelers from
Kedane have been beaten.
10. Giant wasps attack wood cutters by Overton. Count Phillip has mustered the militia and is
searching the woods for these creatures.
11. City barons consider tax increase to pay for new navy ships.
12. West navy encounters long boat crewed by skeletons! Navy ship was not able to stop the vessel.
13. Old Man Smith has an enchanted long sword for sale -- only 2000 golden coins.
14. Healing potions are available from Witch Jessika in the South quarter. 200 gold each.
15. Map to Turgon's Treasure for sale -- 500 gold coins. Treasure hidden in Turgon's City.
16. Guard dogs for sale, only 25 gold coins.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Lands near Lycos
Devilmen swim the waters to the west of Lycos. These creatures have been a source of
trouble for centuries. The Kedane and West navies have hunted/battled them in recent
years. There are no known lands to the west. An elvish ship has come from the west
on occasion. The last time the ship showed up was 996.
The northern isle (of the Lycos chain) is home to numerous humanoid tribes. These
tribes are mostly orcs and goblins, but have been led by Gnolls in the past. Other
humanoid creatures, such as Ogres and Hill giants, are also known to be present.
The southern isle (of the Lycos chain) is home to goblins. Goblins overran the towns
several centuries ago and have not moved out since. Kedane has made several
attempts to defeat them, but these attempts have not worked out.
Past the northern isle lies the small island of Els and the town of Elsburg. This
town is home to many unsavory characters. The town is fiercely independent and denies
docking to all recognized navies. The town is a source of Allenwood which is used
to make strong furniture.
Uncivilized peoples live to the northeast. These people live in tribes. The known
tribes are John's People, Realm of Ice and Cold Reach. The Realm of Ice tribe is
known for conducting raids for slaves and treasure. The Cold Reach tribe hunts
whales and trades whale oil and ivory.
To the east lies the island chain of Hydyr. Several of cities in this island chain
trade with West. Those cities are Hydyr (mineral ore), Morgantown (mineral ore),
Red Sea City (food and wine), Pegolin (mineral ore) and Baku (exotic wood). These
cities are all city states similar to West. The Hydyr island chain is larger than the
Lycos chain. The Dwarven mines of Matakar and Katakar can be found on two of the
islands. The waters are not always safe as pirates are known to ply the waters.
Farther to the east, the Mithril isle is home to the Dwarven mine of Dabbor. This mine
is known for working a vein of mithril. Adamantite is also rumored to exist in the
mine but the Dwarves deny this rumor. The cities of Glasson and Chirile are the large
human settlements on the island. They trade with West providing mineral ore and
wood products for food and manufactured goods.
The Isle of Wizards lies to the east of Hydyr. Not much is known about this island or
even if it is a single island. The large land mass of Contopia lies farther to the
east. It is home to many strange beasts and fantastical kingdoms. You have never met
anyone from this area although many sailors claim to have witnessed many sites. The
more grog, the more sites.
trouble for centuries. The Kedane and West navies have hunted/battled them in recent
years. There are no known lands to the west. An elvish ship has come from the west
on occasion. The last time the ship showed up was 996.
The northern isle (of the Lycos chain) is home to numerous humanoid tribes. These
tribes are mostly orcs and goblins, but have been led by Gnolls in the past. Other
humanoid creatures, such as Ogres and Hill giants, are also known to be present.
The southern isle (of the Lycos chain) is home to goblins. Goblins overran the towns
several centuries ago and have not moved out since. Kedane has made several
attempts to defeat them, but these attempts have not worked out.
Past the northern isle lies the small island of Els and the town of Elsburg. This
town is home to many unsavory characters. The town is fiercely independent and denies
docking to all recognized navies. The town is a source of Allenwood which is used
to make strong furniture.
Uncivilized peoples live to the northeast. These people live in tribes. The known
tribes are John's People, Realm of Ice and Cold Reach. The Realm of Ice tribe is
known for conducting raids for slaves and treasure. The Cold Reach tribe hunts
whales and trades whale oil and ivory.
To the east lies the island chain of Hydyr. Several of cities in this island chain
trade with West. Those cities are Hydyr (mineral ore), Morgantown (mineral ore),
Red Sea City (food and wine), Pegolin (mineral ore) and Baku (exotic wood). These
cities are all city states similar to West. The Hydyr island chain is larger than the
Lycos chain. The Dwarven mines of Matakar and Katakar can be found on two of the
islands. The waters are not always safe as pirates are known to ply the waters.
Farther to the east, the Mithril isle is home to the Dwarven mine of Dabbor. This mine
is known for working a vein of mithril. Adamantite is also rumored to exist in the
mine but the Dwarves deny this rumor. The cities of Glasson and Chirile are the large
human settlements on the island. They trade with West providing mineral ore and
wood products for food and manufactured goods.
The Isle of Wizards lies to the east of Hydyr. Not much is known about this island or
even if it is a single island. The large land mass of Contopia lies farther to the
east. It is home to many strange beasts and fantastical kingdoms. You have never met
anyone from this area although many sailors claim to have witnessed many sites. The
more grog, the more sites.
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Rumors/Legends/Hearsay - Growfest - 1002
Weather has been hot early this summer. Afternoon storms have been frequent coming in from
the west.
1. Several farmers from Mid have been victims of bandits. The evil-doers flee toward
Logsaw after they strike.
2. The Ruby Parrot (statue adorned with gems) is on display in the Trades. This work
of art has been created by Bennet the Jeweler.
3. Many farms around Corn have been raided by Goblins. The goblins have been taking
the farmers north to work in the mines.
4. Viscount Edward of Edgewater has caught the largest fish in Log lake. The monster
weighed in at over 200 pounds.
5. The Prince has placed a 500 crown reward on the head of Yellowhawk, the infamous
pirate. The West navy is searching for him and his band of cutthroats.
6. Barge accident in Upton. Several dock workers were killed when a barge went out of
control and crashed into the piers at Upton. The captain of the barge could not be found
after the accident.
7. Several fishing boats from Far Sted have been attacked by pirates in the last
several weeks. Most fisherman are staying close to shore as a result.
8. A new vein of iron has been discovered in the mines outside of Ironhead.
9. The Beelin Emerald has been stolen. Gnomes from Beelin are suspected since they
claimed the gem originally. A reward is being offered for the recovery of the gem.
10. Roulin, Captain of Overton watch, has been killed. His body was found near the Martin
Woods near Overton. Giant Wasps have been seen in that area and may have killed the man.
11. A riot broke out at Fishmonger road and Trade road when hobbit merchants refused to
yield the road to the wagons of Master Smith. They should really know their place by
now.
12. A thief has been caught trying to slip across the South Slew bridge. The bastard
is being help in the keep.
13. Jordin, Wavy Blue Captain, is seeking marines for a journey to the north. Standard
pay (1 crown per month).
14. Viscount Thomas of Corn was wounded in combat with an Ogre. The monster was slain
and Thomas should live.
15. The Red Herring sighted a large whale off the coast, but could not harpoon it. The
captain was trying for the 5000 crown bounty for bringing in a large whale.
16. A shipment of wine from Vinhom has arrived. Bottles of this excellent vintage are
selling in the Old Merchant for 5 crowns.
17. Representatives of the Freeton Black Council have been turned away by the Prince.
They claim to have a treaty with the devil men, but the Prince will not listen to such
empty talk.
18. Ingmar the Rugmaker has a flying carpet for sale. The price is 15,000 crowns. Seems
expensive for a curiousity item.
the west.
1. Several farmers from Mid have been victims of bandits. The evil-doers flee toward
Logsaw after they strike.
2. The Ruby Parrot (statue adorned with gems) is on display in the Trades. This work
of art has been created by Bennet the Jeweler.
3. Many farms around Corn have been raided by Goblins. The goblins have been taking
the farmers north to work in the mines.
4. Viscount Edward of Edgewater has caught the largest fish in Log lake. The monster
weighed in at over 200 pounds.
5. The Prince has placed a 500 crown reward on the head of Yellowhawk, the infamous
pirate. The West navy is searching for him and his band of cutthroats.
6. Barge accident in Upton. Several dock workers were killed when a barge went out of
control and crashed into the piers at Upton. The captain of the barge could not be found
after the accident.
7. Several fishing boats from Far Sted have been attacked by pirates in the last
several weeks. Most fisherman are staying close to shore as a result.
8. A new vein of iron has been discovered in the mines outside of Ironhead.
9. The Beelin Emerald has been stolen. Gnomes from Beelin are suspected since they
claimed the gem originally. A reward is being offered for the recovery of the gem.
10. Roulin, Captain of Overton watch, has been killed. His body was found near the Martin
Woods near Overton. Giant Wasps have been seen in that area and may have killed the man.
11. A riot broke out at Fishmonger road and Trade road when hobbit merchants refused to
yield the road to the wagons of Master Smith. They should really know their place by
now.
12. A thief has been caught trying to slip across the South Slew bridge. The bastard
is being help in the keep.
13. Jordin, Wavy Blue Captain, is seeking marines for a journey to the north. Standard
pay (1 crown per month).
14. Viscount Thomas of Corn was wounded in combat with an Ogre. The monster was slain
and Thomas should live.
15. The Red Herring sighted a large whale off the coast, but could not harpoon it. The
captain was trying for the 5000 crown bounty for bringing in a large whale.
16. A shipment of wine from Vinhom has arrived. Bottles of this excellent vintage are
selling in the Old Merchant for 5 crowns.
17. Representatives of the Freeton Black Council have been turned away by the Prince.
They claim to have a treaty with the devil men, but the Prince will not listen to such
empty talk.
18. Ingmar the Rugmaker has a flying carpet for sale. The price is 15,000 crowns. Seems
expensive for a curiousity item.
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