Drunken Serpent

Known throughout the continent of Lunessia and to travelers from Onmar and beyond, this large inn and taproom attracts visitors for not only its amazing food and drink, but the actual serpent that lives and serves beverages from the well located in the center of the structure. It's been said that the serpent, a previous inhabitant of the land even before the city of Dollet was constructed, struck a deal with the taproom's original owner, Durnan, and has helped his family run the business ever since. The details of that agreement have never been released.

Purpose / Function

The purpose of the Drunken Serpent is to be "the best known tavern in all the realms", said it's founder, Durnan Thorn. Since passed on from old age, Durnan left the tavern to his son, Doran Thorn. With the assistance of the serpent itself, named Sladi'gard, the Drunken Serpent continues to bolster its reputation year after year.

Design

The front entrance of the Drunken Serpent presents three stone stairwells to patrons; two that follow the walls up to the tavern's two balcony levels, and one large stairwell that heads straight forward and down into the 80 foot circular area that contains Sladi'gard's well, the main bar, and the largest number of tables in the establishment.

Entries

Apart from the large main doorway, the Drunken Serpent sports two smaller exits that connect to the kitchen on the bottom level and numerous windows along the balconies and in each inn room.

Sensory & Appearance

Patrons are immediately greeted by a usually healthy customer presence of intense conversation, accompanied by various ales, wines, liquors, and fine food native to the region.

Denizens

The Drunken Serpent is a popular watering hole among many of Dollet's citizens. From time to time, this can range from students of the Arcane University, sailors from the Dock's District, nobles from the North Ward, or travelers who simply can't believe that a snake serves ale.
Due to its constant surge of patrons and naturally loud atmosphere, members of the Onyx Syndicate prefer to do "business in public" at one of its many tables.

Valuables

Other than Sladi'gard's hospitality, patrons of the Drunken Serpent can find a multitude of paintings and finely crafted weaponry adorning its walls, as well as a few pieces of slang that insults Vantice.

Special Properties

The Drunken Serpent's dominate attraction is the large 30 foot circular well in the middle of the tap-room. The first thing most visitors see upon entering, the well is home to a large silver snake named Sladi'gard. This snake is an intelligent creature that speaks various languages and will often converse with patrons while serving them ale from large barrels that rest along the sides of his well.

Alterations

Originally a single-story tap-room, over the years the building has had two additional floors added onto it, as well as an outdoor section to take advantage of the warmer months.

Architecture

The Drunken Serpent's interior is crafted from the hardy wood from forests near Aurelia's southern shore. Dozens of chairs, tables, and booths are dotted throughout its three stories. On the outside, the structure looks like a stone cylinder that becomes slightly smaller towards its rooftop.

Alternative Names

The Slithering Snake

Type

Pub / Tavern / Restaurant

Parent Location

Dollet

Owner

Doran Thorn