Ambolt

There are four essential comforts in life -- four things that all civilized peoples should have and hold dear: Good food to fill ones belly, good drink to liven one's heart, good lamplight and a good book to brighten one's mind, and a comfortable chair by the fire to warm one's soul.These are the essential tenets of the Stoutborough Confederacy, the civilization that has brought about a golden era of peace and plenty to the continent of Thyrsus. Through the judicious and sensible governing of the halfling councilors, all of the land's people have access to a comfortable home, a warm fire, and seven square meals a day. It is essential that all Stoutborough citizens should adhere to this way of life, lest uncomfortable behaviors start disrupting the peace. Though all four cities are on equal standing in their comforts, Hearthsmeet in particular is considered to be the unofficial capitol of the Confederacy. Beneath the divine patronage of Most Hospitable Hester Hearthwarmer, you'll find no more desirable housing in all the land, I guarantee, for the streets of Hearthsmeet are paved with warm armchairs, pleasant neighbors, and plenty of fine food and drink to go round. Thanks to the marvels of modern steam engineering, all citizens have ready access to hot water, clean bathrooms, reliable stoves, and even electric lighting! Keeping this peace is no easy task, though, so you'd best mind your behavior; the Stoutguard of Hearthsmeet patrol the streets in huge Clockminder golems, and if you're so much as ten minutes late for second breakfast or afternoon tea, you'll find yourself with, at the very least, a hefty fine to pay.