Civilization - Cities- Drakkel

Name and Proprietor	Description
Humble Beggar Behir	Gambling Hall - This infamous gambling house is known for being the place where a young Normidian prince is rumored to have entered with a smug expression on his face and a good deal of his family's fortune in tow. He emerged two hours later severely embarrassed, and as the new property of the Drakkellian Slaver's Guild. By the time the Normidian King received word of this in Tykron, the young prince was digging latrines in the Ice Rock mountains.The King was so angry that he very nearly declared war on the Drakkellian Alliance.( An amusing notion, since Drakkel has no political enemies.) After his ire subsided, the King decided to do the only proper thing...he declared his brave and noble son dead in a freak boating accident. The nation of Normidia mourned for a month. Rumors in Drakkel, however, report that the prince is in chains to this day, unable to convince anyone who he is, cursing the dice in his sleep.
Raven Mistress Myrra	Brothel - A rather unique brothel on the east side of town run by the Slaver's Guild. The girls (and boys) available here are all slaves, mostly from Myria. The establishment is almost like a specific type of slave auction, where clients can pay for an hour or so of companionship, and if suitably impressed, can pay for ownership of their companion. The Raven Mistress is located just down the street from the Slaver Main House, and is notable for it's very tasteful decor, considering who runs it.
Lustrous Blade Leo Five Pint	Trading Post - The Grum Leo Five Pint runs this very successful trading post, not only because of his uncanny ability to always seem to have what people need at just the right time, but also because of the extras... he's trained his well-paid staff to double as scribes and messengers, guide and clerks for travelers making their way through the city. While selling basic items to folk, he can get a sense of their needs in town, and then refer them to one of his stockboys for additional help.(and an additional fee) He's also drafted a series of "Leo's Market Maps", helpful guides to the bazaar which can help navigate strangers through it, pointing out both good deals and cheats to avoid. He's made hundreds of copies on a real Kalimuran printing press that he hides in the back. Leo's guides have become so popular that he's actually been attacked by disgruntled vendors that he's publicly dismissed as cheats. It's a good thing that most of the targets of his poison pen can't read, he jokes, or he'd be in real trouble. His inventiveness and preparation for every contingency have made him a very rich little man.
Brewing Pot Manesir	Apothecary - People have been wondering about this establishment lately. Manesir, an old hedge wizard has owned The Brewing Pot for almost thirty years. Some time ago, Manesir was very sick and had the shop closed for weeks. Longtime friends reported that the old man seemed to be on death's door. Then, suddenly, Manesir showed up for work the next day, apparently feeling fine, and after an hour of tidying up was again open for business. Since his recent recovery, customers have noticed some changes in his personality. He never haggles anymore, seeming almost desperate to make every sale. He also seems not to know as much about his wares. Perhaps he's getting rusty. At any rate, his regulars still shop there, and continue to compare notes with each other about the old man's sudden eccentricities.
Drakkellian Labor Guild Recruiting Station Guildsman Leoffe	Guild Hall - This is the larger of two recruiting stations for the Company's slaver division. The other one is in Asylum. Here, a young man with a strong back and prospects for the future will find himself bombarded with pro-Labor Guild propaganda. Guildsman Leoffe seems very enthusiastic about his job, and will cite the numerous benefits to a career in the Slaver industry: Excellent pay, being able to journey to exotic lands. The illustrated sign above the desk depicts a heroic looking young man with his out-drawn broadsword pointing towards the setting sun. The slogan written on the sign in large, friendly letters says it all: "The Slaver Way... Road to Adventure!"
House of Bards John Farwell	Playhouse/Theatre - This huge building houses Drakkel's largest theatre. The theatre has an 80 feet ceiling supported by four tremendous granite pillars. It seats 1,600 people. It is open every evening and something is always going on. Troubadours and minstrels can be found here every night playing alone or in small groups. In addition, a full scale play is put on for four consecutive nights twice each month. The House of Bards is definitely the playground of the wealthy. Nobles and guild masters will flock here on opening night to show off their wealth, model their latest clothes and sip fantastically expensive wine. It is a place where many business deals are struck during intermission. Because of the wealth of the clientele, a security force of 10 full time guards is maintained to deter pickpockets.
Archive of the Ages Jonas Sklar	Library/Museum - Jonas Sklar is a strange looking man. He is very tall and thin with a slightly elongated skull. Some say that his father was something not quite human, but exactly what is up for debate. Jonas maintains a wonderful library which houses not only books, but fossils, unearthed treasures from ruins and more. There is nothing magical here and very little of value, hence much of the city (including thieves and businessmen) ignore Jonas and his library. However, for the few scholars, sages and academicians in Drakkel, this is the best place to translate runes, do research and socialize with like minded men.
Rolling Coin Bernard Stone	Jewelry Shop/Money Changer - Bernard Stone is a balding human male with a thick mustache. He and his wife run a small jewelry shop. Because of its location next to the main city gate, he also does a lot of business exchanging currency. For regular customers and clients, he will also store items in his vault for a monthly fee.
Torag's Last Bet Murron Golney	Gambling House - Run by a beautiful young human woman who won the entire establishment in a bet against an half-orc captain named Torag some seven years ago in a game of cards. Upon losing the bet, Torag drew his sword and leapt over the table at the girl. He screamed to assembled crowd that no one could ever beat Torag, especially not a woman - she must have cheated. He would have gutted the defenseless human female except that his own orcish lieutenant leapt to the girl's defense. A battle erupted and within seconds Torag lay dead, slain by his own men. The lieutenant, named Bretang, who had led the group, stated to the awed-struck room that he could not allow his captain to betray honor. He did what he felt was right. Murron took charge of the bar and Bretang stayed on as her bouncer. To this day, the bloody sword that took Torag's head is mounted above the bar and orcs are welcome in this establishment. This one event did much to smooth human-orc relationships in Drakkel. Torag's Last Bet is in the south quarter by the docks. both orc and human mariners and soldiers frequent this establishment. They all love Murron whom the regulars have "adopted" as a sister. This establishment also serves food and drink. This establishment serves an excellent bear batter fish with a recipe that the in-house cook devised himself.
Rengal's Relics Rengal	Pawn Shop - Rengal's Relics is the largest independently owned antique shop in Drakkel. It is entirely confined within an aging keep which is filled with trinkets and relics from all over. Most of the business and bartering takes place in the central courtyard of this building. Rengal, a fat and bald dwarf with an eye patch, is the confident ruler of this tiny realm. He runs a staff of 6 helpers. A great deal of his merchandise is stolen. Rengal serves as the primary fence for one of the local thieves guilds and they often lay low at Rengal's place to avoid the city guard.
Dim Jon's Festhall Dim Jon	Festival Hall - Dim Jon is a giant of a man (actually half ogre) who built this grand hall by rebuilding a ruin brick by brick over seven years. It is now a well maintained place of gathering for anyone with enough gold. Commoners will often pool their meager funds together to rent the hall out for a wedding or funeral.
Stark's Keeping Stark	Public Storage Warehouse - Large storage facility which is open to the public for monthly rental fee. Controlled by Stark, an independent businessman. Not affiliated with any of the ruling guilds. Stark's Keeping also has several large vaults for storing valuables, though this costs extra.
The Piping Oven Kurl Embran	Bakery - A popular bakery with twelve ovens. Kurl, the master baker and five apprentices. Kurl had the honor of once baking the Coin into a loaf of bread for the Festival of the Coin. He was sworn to secrecy.
The Beautiful Slave The Lady Anattia	Brothel - This is a very expensive, exotic and sophisticated brothel run by a beautiful and wealthy courtesan. It is a large four story building with over 40 private rooms, several conference rooms, one large central hall (where strip shows occur), a kitchen, store room and stables. In the lower levels the dungeons are equipped with racks, whips and paddles for those whose sexual appetites range to the extreme. The peace is kept by several muscle bound bouncers who will take care of anyone who gets rough with the girls. Thirty prostitutes, ten guards and ten general laborers are employed here. The owner and operator of this establishment, Anattia, is a striking woman with deep brown eyes and luxurious, long black hair. She can always be found here at her club, making sure that everyone is having a good time. She is part hostess, part business woman and part entertainer. She enjoys occasionally putting on sensuous dances for the crowds and driving the men wild with desire. However, only the wealthiest men can afford her and, even then, she is selective about whom she will take into her bed. She is very fond of male companionship and takes a different man to bed every night. Sometimes she will bed several men in a single night, two or three at a time. Her appetite for carnal pleasures is, shall we say, insatiable. Anattia carries a single jeweled dagger, which is said to be ensorcelled with powerful magic. She has a belly button ring and wears very little. Nudity is a common thing in this house of sinful pleasures.
Wind and Tide Boat Shop Merrell	Nautical Shoppe - A small shop that sells bait and tackle, repair materials for small boats, oars, canvas, rope, tar, buckets, paddles and everything else one could need for a small sailing vessel.
Black Tuma's Farigun	Winery - The city of Drakkel has its own private label wine called Black Tuma and its history is something of a local legend. In the west quarter of the city, there is large winery which was founded by a grumman winemaker named Buttlebar. This ingenious little winemaker crafted a unique wine called Black Tuma, a remarkable very dark sweet red wine, made from a blend of local berries. The wine, renowned for its very dark burgundy color, rich character and sweet taste, became quite popular among city officials and was served at state functions and at the city hall. The recipe for this stout dark red wine was kept a close secret. Ten years ago, a fire broke out in the building, Buttlebar was killed and the secret recipe of Black Tuma was lost. Buttlebar's son Farigun, struggled to keep the winery in operation despite the loss of its best selling product. However, three years ago, Farigun discovered a secret door that led to an unknown chamber where, apparently, Buttlebar had kept his notes. Within this underground chamber, Farigun found the notes for the recipes and distillation processes used to make Black Tuma. Since then, the winery has enjoyed a resurgence of business as the Black Tuma label wine has been put back on the market. Lord Ozzel himself loves Black Tuma wine and serves it at all official state functions. The government purchases more than half of the Black Tuma label and has "adopted" it as the official wine of Drakkel. Black Tuma is culturally associated with Drakkel far and wide.
House of Play Marulek	Public Bathhouse and Social Club - <A large public bathing hall for discerning clientele. It costs 2 silver pieces just to enter the door (for non members). Members pay a monthly fee and enjoy reduced rates. Fabulous food, private baths, meeting rooms, massage, courtesans, expensive wines and rare drugs are all available for a price. Marulek is a fat and balding man with a long, thick, elaborately waxed and adorned mustache. He has a helmet adorned with feathers that look like wings for ears. He is a shrewd business man and charming host, able to part a visitor from their money with honeyed words. Because of this talent with people and words, he is a wealthy man who also has many underworld connections. His bathing hall is opulent and decadent. It’s construction involves many rare and expensive materials.
Far Fetched Imports Samil Baratyn	Curio Shoppe - This store is owned and operated by House Qaigen, one of the ruling guilds of Drakkel. That guild specializes in curios and imports from distant lands and this is one of the main outlets of the guild where many of the more interesting items are sold. Run by Samil Baratyn, a ranking guild member. Samil is of unique origin, the orphaned product of an anquaran father and a myrian mother who was raised by sea gypsies for much of his life. Because of this unique background, he speaks several languages found in the south seas.
Drakkellian Guild of Sorcery Poth Dimrani	Mages Guild - The Drakkellian Guild of Sorcery is perhaps the greatest guild of mages in all of southern Ithria. Boasting almost 1000 members, the Guild is located in the heart of the city in a fortress known as Kaldrayden, a tremendous towering colossus of grey stone, jutting balconies and steep tiled roofs. Only members are allowed access to Kaldrayden (Kal-DRAY-den) and all of its 280 chambers which include various bed rooms, lounges, dining halls, kitchens, treasuries and armories.
Cheap House Milra Verisse	Residential Building - Cheap House is one of many large buildings that rent out rooms on a monthly basis, which is somewhat common in Drakkel. Cheap House is one of the average residential buildings in Porthus District. Some six common rooms and 48 private rooms are crammed within its crumbling walls. One small room here will cost 1 silver per month and consists of a cot and a door with a simple locking bolt. The common room (where many people sleep and forego privacy) costs one iron petty per night.
Hyker's Mending Hall Hyker	Hospital - These establishment tends to the injured and sick of the city using mundane (non-magical) methods. It is run by a group of healers who use no magic whatsoever... only natural remedies and caring hands. They tend to broken bones and fevers every day. For those who cannot afford magical healing, this place may offer some relief of suffering. This establishment, receiving meager funds from the city government, but is still barely able to make ends meet. Healing here is not free, but it is cheap, and brings basic medical care within reach of much of the city. This run down building is crumbling (sometimes literally) around the healers and their patients. Disease is a problem and they have a problem with blood roaches, rats and other pests. However, it is better than nothing at all and the healers who work here (most of them volunteers from the local churches and shrines) do remarkably well with very little. This place is in Domerund District. Run by a human male named Hyker, once a knight, who came from the north, having forsaken his vows and left his order to tend to the meek and poverty stricken of the world.
The Blood Pit Sayban	Arena - A privately owned arena that seats about 7,000 people. This place hosts a variety of events, both lethal and non-lethal to rowdy crowds who pay well for the entertainment. Fierce betting surrounds these matches and fortunes can be made or lost on a single sword thrust. The house taxes any winnings. This place also makes a profit on marked up ale and food. Run by a grizzled half-orc with a checkered past who has, at one time or another, been a bandit, a pirate and a gladiator. Sayban has close ties with several local thieves guilds and will take bribes to fix fights (usually aiding one gladiator or another), dispose of bodies (by feeding them to the beasts below) and a variety of other dishonorable acts. Sayban has a wizard on his staff who ensures that no one uses magic to fix a fight but him.

Ruler	His Most Resplendent Excellency, Lord of the Council of Guilds, Guardian of the Drakkellian Bazaar and Master of Coffers, Lord Tymok Ozzel
Population	67,500
Demographics	Human 40%, Grum 18%, Dwarven 15%, Elven 10%, Ogre 5%, Orc 4%, Phellysian 4%, Avarian 3%, Baenite 1%
Languages	Southern 60%, Drakkellin 30%, Grumman 10%
Nationality	The Drakkellian Alliance
National Colors	Red, black and gold.
Year Founded	364
Currency	Drakkellian
Natural Resources	Iron ore, copper, gold, silver, fish, lumber, medicinal herbs, fruits and vegetables, cotton, sheep, cattle, goats, granite, marble
Manufactured Goods	Weapons, armor, poisons and toxins, craftsmen, mercenaries, glassware, magical paraphernalia, literature, stonework, metal smithy work, handcrafted goods and much more.
Wealth	Very Wealthy
Government Type	Oligarchy
Government Stability	Stable
Allies	Kalimura
Enemies	Coalition
Walled	Yes
Crime Level	Moderate
Technology Level	Pre-Industrial
Primary Religion	Daramis
Other Religions	Gorkon, Lyris, Kolter, Fenzyr, Kythira, Kalishiba
Climate	Semi-tropical
Terrain	Coastal Plains

Name and Proprietor	Description
The Dancing Mule Madrul	Inn - One of the older and larger inns in Drakkel, the Dancing Mule (formerly called The Rat and Noble) was recently bought out by a man who owns three other taverns of the same name in the Drakkellian villages of Barter, Westport, and Price. Madrul, a cold and remorseless entrepreneur, dictates that his four inns serve the same fare, and the same ales in the bar. The original patrons of The Rat and Noble's tavern balked at the change, but eventually resigned themselves to still frequent the place rather than actively search for a new place to go. Business in the inn has actually increased as travelers, who are familiar with the other identical inns, decide to stick with familiarity and stay at the Dancing Mule. Madrul's business contemporaries never thought his plans would work out, but now agree that he may be onto something. In the last two years, Madrul has suddenly become one of Drakkel's ten richest men.
Cracked Mug Martin Preese	Tavern - One of the older and larger taverns in town. Has a good variety of foods and ales at good prices. Six rooms for rent. Run by a wiry, red haired human male who inherited the place from his deceased father.
Wounded Keel Tavern Tavinus	Tavern/Inn - This unique establishment is actually a ship which is permanently moored at the city docks. Several years ago, a huge cargo ship suffered severe damage during a sea storm. Unable to afford the repairs necessary to make her seaworthy again, the captain sold her to a local businessman who converted her into Drakkel's first floating restaurant. After a great deal of modification and reconstruction, this enormous ship has now found new life as a floating inn. The establishment has become quite popular with the local dockhands and mariners. The Wounded Keel features a large common room, a well stocked kitchen and eight rooms for rent. While seafaring ships are not normally spacious inside, this was a particularly large vessel and the doors and corridors have been refitted to allow some roominess. The proprietor of the Wounded Keel is a man named Tavinus. He is a cripple and gets around in a small wheelbarrow which is pushed by Dreskin, his bodyguard. Dreskin is a small man, but is fast with a blade and not afraid to use it. The Wounded Keel is frequented by thieves and other criminals. Tavinus himself is a former thief and knows a great deal about what is going on in Drakkel's underworld.
The Pig and Thistle Lyetona	Tavern - Run by a maternal grum lady named . The Pig and Thistle is a small tavern named after its signature dish. The cook makes a fabulous spiced pork dish that many of the regulars ask for. Lyetona knows many of the grum in Drakkel and much of her clientele is grum.
White Wolf Tavern Magnus	Tavern - A popular tavern in run by a half blind dwargrum (dwarf grum mix) who often sits by the fire, plucks at a lyre and tells tales to entertain the patrons. The pelt of a great white wolf hangs above the hearth and Magnus has quite a tale to go with it.

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