"The Rotten Bastard? You sure? Well, it's your skin. You'll find it on Dresil's street, across from where the Temple of Sutheric used to be..."
1. Introduction
2. Physical Description
3. The Staff
4. The Regulars
5. The Occasionals
6. Common Events
7. Uncommon Events
8. Major Plots
9. Supporting Information
1. Introduction
A dive of legendary proportions, only the stout of heart or those with nothing to lose come here. A no-go zone for law enforcement, little attention is paid to the goings on within. If a few criminals get killed or injured within, big deal. The proprietor, Myech, pays his taxes and additional 'fees' to keep the local law happy - or at least out of his hair.
No food is served at the Bastard, only ale and strong spirits. Asking for wine or mixed drinks here is not advised.
2. Physical Description
The Rotten Bastard is not a pretty place, looking more like a jail then a watering hole. The thick stone walls, tiny, barred windows and even an old pillory in front, complete the image. It is the pillory which is usually used to help outsiders find the place, as the tavern's sign, portraying a black mustachioed man tormenting a pilloried prisoner, is long since gone.
The single door is heavy, iron bound, and bears numerous stains - blood and worse. It does not open easily and creaks loudly.
Once one's eyes have adjusted to the darkness inside, one of the first things that stands out is the large jar of teeth siting on the bar. Of course, before one's eyes adjust, one is overpowered by the smell of beer, sweat and blood in the air.
Welcome to the Bastard.
The Bastard is a dangerous place for a fight, even discounting the patrons. It has numerous 'features' that increase the dangers of a bar fight.
1. Large, unscreened fireplace equipped with fireplace tools. These are secured to the fireplace by 6' long chains.
2. A 'coat rack' consisting of sharpened Iron spikes
protruding at an angle from the wall next to the door.
3. All of the tables are crafted out of solid stone, by Redrick the Stonewizard, who uses magic to shape the tables.
4. The floor is made of large, loosely fitted stones which can be pulled up with a little work.
5. What windows are very small, barred and covered with enough grime to block most light. They are too small for most beings to exit, even if unbarred.
Additions to this wonderful place of meyhem are appreciated, though I will be acting as editor for ideas to keep them withing the 'spirit' of this location.