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Settlements at a Glance
Everkeep Harbor. A bustling city at the edge of the sea, much Rellholdt City. This beautiful city is built out from the side of
is going on here every day. Filled with NPCs of their own agen- a cliff, complemented by a magnificent waterfall. The king and
das, many different plots are playing out here at a time. This is a queen take up residence in their castle here, an incredible sight
great city for new players to begin an adventure in, with plenty of carved out from amond the cliff itself. Rellholdt is ideal for a
guilds, allies, and rivals to keep them occupied at any level. party of any level; its challenges and rewards are purposefully left
Greymere Pass. The best smiths of the land forge their wares ambiguous so the GM can fill in the details.
in this mountain town, aided by the constant influx of iron and Sunmaw. The home of criminals, gamblers, and monster hunt-
minerals from the nearby mines. As the mines are the lifeblood of ers alike, Sunmaw is a crude canyon town. Its most notable feature
the town, their security is key. A great destination town for a party is the ancient arena the shanty town is built around. Those that
looking for quality goods, filled with intrigue and adventure. disturb the peace are often thrown in the arena to contend with
Hillshollow Crest. A small village brimming with potential. Be- monsters captured from the canyon, to the bloody amusement of
neath Hillshollow is a daunting underground complex known by the crowd.
all the villagers, yet explored by none. This is a suitable low-level
settlement, but could require the aid of higher level adventurers
depending upon what inhabits the depths below!

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Using This Document

The calls of the town crier. The roar of the city crowd. The antics of the local drunk.
In every fantasy setting, the cities and towns of the world have a certain personality and appeal saved in the hearts and minds of players
and GMs alike. This document presents several options you can use for such settlements. They could be pit stops along the road where
the party gets supplies. They could be the destination they’re heading to. They may become the party’s base of operation. Whatever the
case, each location presented below has its own flavor to make it unique.

Settlement Format NPCs

Each settlement is listed in the following format:
Each location with an interesting NPC is notated by this icon,
followed by a description of the NPC. Note, not every NPC in the
• Settlement background. The history and setting of the
settlement has an NPC description.
settlement, and what sets it apart from others.
• Settlement information. This is the key demographics of
the area, including the estimated population, racial break-
down, government, defense, and methods of commerce.
Adventure Hooks
If the party finds an NPC in need of help, or perhaps something
• Lodgings. When the party arrives, where are they staying?
suspicious at their location, an adventure hook icon is presented
Any lodgings are listed here. Inns and taverns are great
here. Keep in mind an adventure hook is just that! They’re to serve
places to start an adventure as well!
as inspiration for GMs. If you like the direction an adventure
• Points of Interest. Finally, a list of the sights to see or visit
hook points the party, be prepared to develop an adventure based
are listed, with descriptions of what the party can expect to
off of it.
find there.
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Everkeep Harbor
The road to the city is accompanied by the cries of seagulls, the smell of saltwater, and the occasional crash of waves
upon the rocky shore. Up ahead, Everkeep Harbor comes into view. The town is well concealed by the forest; you’d
miss it if not for the guard towers along its walls that jut out above the canopy. Beyond the walls lies the Jewel of the
Coast. They say whatever it is you’re looking for, you can find it there.

Everkeep Harbor is a coastal city, bustling with sailors, merchants, Lodgings

and craftsmen of all trades. It’s nestled between the shoreline and
the forest, with large walls surrounding the city on its land faces.
It originally served as a harbor when the country was being ex- The Brown Herald
plored a century ago, quickly growing into a city in its own right This inn lies at in middle of the city at Centretree, and sees the
as more and more tradesmen settled the area. The city still keeps most diverse lot of patrons. It is ran by Darla Crane, a young
its name Everkeep Harbor, but is colloquially referred to as the woman looking to make a name for herself in the city. Darla can
“Jewel of the Coast” among merchants. The vast amount of exotic get away with charging 1 gold piece a night due to the popular-
goods that enter Everkeep each day make it an ideal spot for those ity of her tavern. Her youthful good looks and flirtatiousness
seeking something rare and special. certainly help bring back repeat business as well.

Dead Rat Inn

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Information The Dead Rat Inn is located by the harbor’s west gate, which typi-
• Population: Approximately 4,420. At any given time there cally attracts a lot of travelers coming from the forest. The tavern
are hundreds of travelers staying in the city, lodging in is named for a dead rat nailed above its doors (the rat is replaced
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one of the harbor’s many inns, guild houses, their ships, or once every week or so… depending on the smell). It is kept by two
among friends or family. human brothers, Migel and Gregor Holdfast. The beds and food
are not fantastic, but the price is right at 2 silver pieces a night.
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• Resident races: Human (82%), Half-Elf (4%), Elf (3%),

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(< 1% each). Generally each race has some representation The Dead Rat Inn is actually a front for the city’s
in the city at any time. thieves’ guild. It’s a convenient operation to launder
• Government: Everkeep Harbor exercises a plutocracy; money brought in from Everkeep’s pickpockets, and is
ruling power is given to those who can afford it. Whoever used as a safe haven for those in the guild’s employ. The
purchases rulership of the city is given the title of brothers have done a good job concealing the guild’s
“Patrician,” (or “Lady Patrician” for female rulers) and is presence here thus far, but they are sometimes forced
given the right to rule from Harborbrook Castle. Patricians to turn away patrons in order to operate. It would just
are tasked with drafting and enforcing laws, ensuring the take one spurned traveler sticking their nose where it
prosperity and peace of the city, as well as tending to its doesn’t belong to risk blowing the guild’s cover.
defenses. How they fulfill their duties, however, is up to
them to decide. Currently, Everkeep Harbor is governed by The Laughing Axe
Lady Patrician Anastasia Hone. Ran by the tenacious halfling Gertrude Goodberry, the Laughing
• Defense: The land portion of the city is walled, with Axe is one of the oldest lodgings in the city. It’s located just south-
manned guard posts positioned around it. Each patrician east of the Temple of Istus, and sees a large portion of sailors and
chooses how their city is policed; currently a force of travelers as patrons. Those seeking lodging here can find a warm
several hundred guards patrol the streets to keep the peace. bed and hearty meal for 8 silver pieces a night.
On short notice, the harbor could muster a standing force
of just over a thousand men to defend their walls. Everkeep The Squid
Harbor has many allies with a vested interest in the city’s The Squid is the newest inn in Everkeep Harbor, constructed only
safety, and an attack against it would swiftly spur these several years ago. It is owned and operated by Bindson Lortner, an
allies to its defense. overweight, slovenly, middle-aged man and recently retired fish-
erman. Bindson has many friends still in the fishing business, and
• Commerce: Everkeep Harbor survives on trade. Merchants
his connections allow him to serve fresh seafood to his patrons.
sailing into town sell their wares to residents and other
Though scruffy in appearance, he runs a clean operation and usu-
travelers. Local shops restock travelers’ supplies and
ally has a full house each night. Patrons can find a good meal and
equipment. Patricians have the right to ban the sale of
a comfortable stay here for 9 silver pieces a night.
certain goods, which has led to a vast black market as well.
Everkeep Harbor
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