Taverns in 5th Age of Vitallia (d20)

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d20 Tavern Name Bards & Artists Tavern Games Room Capacity Rumors Bounties Crime Stories Encounters Patrons

1

The Dragon's Roost Tavern

Bardic performances featuring traditional songs and storytelling.

Dice Three

1/5

A disease known as the Whitefrost Plague is said to freeze people to death in the north.

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Pickpocketing: Stealthy individuals target unsuspecting patrons to steal their valuables.

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2

The Rusty Goblet Inn

Puppet shows depicting folk tales and local legends.

Arm Wrestling

2/5

A dark force threatens the north. He wears a crown and haunts the northern cities.

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Sneakily switching purses or pouches: Thieves swap empty containers for those filled with coins or valuables.

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3

The Wandering Minstrel Alehouse

Poetry readings by local poets or aspiring troubadours.

Darts

3/5

A rebellion is brewing in the Freelands of the North. The Houses are not happy with the king's work.

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Short-changing: Dishonest bartenders or servers intentionally give incorrect change to patrons.

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4

The Noble Knight's Rest

Juggling acts and acrobatics performed by traveling entertainers.

Ring

4/5

Dark Elves are seen on the surface lands around Arcanara, more than usual.

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Counterfeiting coins: Forgers pass off counterfeit coins as genuine currency during transactions.

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5

The Black Boar Tavern

Recitations of epic poems and heroic sagas by skilled orators.

Cards

5/5

A warrior known as Godhammer and his company fought off a skeletal dragon in the north.

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Selling stolen goods: Criminals peddle stolen merchandise discreetly within the tavern.

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6

The Silent Harp Inn

Animal exhibitions with trained birds of prey or performing dogs.

Ring Toss: Players toss rings onto pegs, aiming to land them on the highest scoring pegs.

1/10

A huge battle took place in Midiar. The city is most likely left in ruins. An elf warrior is said to have fought the dark force that assaulted the city but in vain.

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Gambling scams: Hustlers manipulate games of chance to cheat unsuspecting players out of their money.

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7

The Golden Griffin Pub

Sketch artists offering to immortalize patrons in charcoal portraits.

Quoits: A game where players throw metal rings onto a target, attempting to encircle pegs for points.

2/10

They say that dragon eggs have surfaced in the realm. All rulers have set their eyes on them. They are the currency of the future.

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Spiked drinks: Unscrupulous individuals drug beverages to incapacitate or rob patrons.

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8

The Laughing Friar Tavern

Masked dances and masquerade balls during festive occasions.

Cup and Ball: Players try to catch a ball in a cup attached to a handle, testing coordination and timing.

3/10

The Altheda wizards will never let the queen of Rose gather the Dragon Eggs for herself.

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Distraction theft: Thieves create distractions, such as starting fights or causing commotions, to steal from distracted patrons.

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9

The Silver Goblet Inn

Storytelling circles where patrons share their own tales and experiences.

Barrel Racing: Participants race barrels across a designated course, testing speed and agility.

4/10

The kingdom of Lothen declares war against Sarta to become ruler of the Forklands.

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Coercion for protection money: Local thugs demand payment from tavern owners in exchange for protection from fictitious threats.

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10

The Dancing Maiden Alehouse

Pantomime performances depicting comedic scenes and situations.

Tug of War: Teams compete to pull a rope across a line, testing strength and teamwork.

5/10

Sartian leaders hope to claim dragon eggs for power or gold for armies against Lothen in the coming war.

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Extortion: Criminals threaten tavern owners or patrons with violence or vandalism if they refuse to comply with demands for money or goods.

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11

The Red Lion's Den Tavern

Poetry slams where amateur poets compete for applause and recognition.

Mug Balancing: Players balance mugs filled with liquid while walking along a designated path, trying not to spill.

6/10

The Red Pirate is attacking ships in the Southern Seas in search for dragon eggs.

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Blackmail: Unscrupulous individuals gather incriminating information about patrons and use it to extort money or favors.

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12

The Jovial Jester Inn

Hurdy-gurdy performances: Musicians play the hurdy-gurdy, a traditional stringed instrument with a crank-turned wheel.

Rat Racing: Participants bet on which rat will win a race through a maze.

7/10

A high priest of a foreign god has been seen in various place of the realm. Noone knows who he serves.

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Forgery of documents: Criminals produce fake identification papers or permits to bypass laws or gain entry to restricted areas.

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13

The Crown and Chalice Pub

Lively folk dances: A band plays upbeat tunes while patrons join in traditional folk dances like the jig or reel.

None

8/10

The watchers of the realm try to collect the eggs to prevent a war between the kingdoms.

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Prostitution rings: Criminal organizations manage clandestine brothels or solicit clients within the tavern.

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14

The Stalwart Steed Tavern

Vocal quartets: Harmonious singing groups perform a cappella renditions of medieval ballads and madrigals.

None

9/10

A red cloaked wizard walks the desert around the Crater. They say he is the God of the Desert.

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Smuggling contraband: Traffickers use the tavern as a hub for smuggling illegal goods such as weapons, drugs, or stolen artifacts.

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15

The Enchanted Oak Inn

Bagpipe performances: A skilled piper fills the tavern with the haunting sounds of the bagpipes, evoking the spirit of the Highlands.

None

10/10

A woman Seer has been seen in various places of the realm, wearing a wolf pelt. She looks for the Black Candles.

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Vandalism: Disruptive patrons or rival gangs deface property, break furniture, or cause other forms of damage.

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16

The Ploughman's Arms Alehouse

Tavern sing-alongs: Musicians lead the crowd in popular medieval drinking songs and tavern tunes, encouraging everyone to join in the merriment with hearty choruses and clinking tankards.

None

5/10

Some say that several Blade Guardians were seen north in the Angel Islands in a strange clash between slave masters.

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Illegal animal fights: Organizers host cruel spectacles involving fights between animals, often to the death, for the entertainment of patrons.

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17

The Merry Bard Tavern

Mummer's plays: Amateur actors perform short, comedic plays based on traditional folk tales and legends, often incorporating slapstick humor and audience interaction.

None

6/10

They say that the Sarcanta roam the realm to collect their lost dragon eggs for their dragon patriarch.

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None

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18

The Sable Swan Inn

Fire-eating and sword-swallowing acts: Daring performers showcase their skills with mesmerizing displays of fire manipulation and dangerous feats of sword swallowing, thrilling and captivating the audience.

None

7/10

They say a time traveler roams the world. They say he is the lost son of Aenya, the goddess of time.

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None

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19

The Iron Gauntlet Pub

Jester performances: Colorful jesters entertain patrons with a combination of jokes, juggling, acrobatics, and witty banter, adding a playful and whimsical atmosphere to the tavern

None

8/10

Members of the Children of the Runes try to locate the Amulet of Worlds.

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None

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20

The Moonlit Meadows Tavern

Puppet theater: Puppeteers stage elaborate shows with intricately crafted puppets, bringing to life tales of adventure, romance, and fantasy to delight audiences of all ages.

None

10/10

They say that someone of the Spirithail family of the dwarves is looking for their kidnapped niece.

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None

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