Strompton began as a simple lumber yard with a camp for its workers but, when the Sonsbury Railway was built just nearby, it began to grow rapidly. The lumber mills grew as steam-powered saws and treecutting machines were built. New workers began building permenant homes ans bringing their families to live near their work and, with homes comes civilization.

Demographics

Strompton is made up of mostly human laborers. Few gnomes live in Strompton, and those who do only live there as temporary technicians.

Government

The Marshall, Joel Ponder, keeps the law and settles disputes, along with a handful of offices. The Jackson Lumber Co. ensures that its employees stay in line, both during and outside of work hours, much to Joel's disdain.

Defences

The Strompton Jail serves as the base for Joel Ponder and his three dozen officers. Most of these officers patrol the town while lightly armed, allowing them to cover plenty of ground. Their authority is respected by most.

Infrastructure

The Jackson Lumber Co. Strompton lumber yard is the main source of income. The now-massive lumber yard harvests the trees of the Strompton Forest. The Strompton Rail Depot sits in the middle of town, allowing the Sonsbury Railway to deliver people and goods and take away the lumber to the Jackson Lumber Sawmill. There are several small businesses, the most notable of such is The Whiskey Barrel.

Districts

The town is separated into two halves by the rails. The northern half is the town proper, with homes, shops, and the Strompton Jail. The southern half is home to most of the industry, specifically the Strompton lumber yard.

Architecture

Much of Stromptons buildings are built of wood straight from its famous lumber mill. Buildings closer to the rails are generally larger, as they've had more time to develop.

Geography

Strompton was built on the northern edge of its namesake, the Strompton Forest. A large freshwater lake sits to the southwest of the town, providing much needed water. The town sits on a slight northward incline.

Founding Date

7 AMR

Founders

• Stephan "Lumberin" Jackson

Type

Town

Population

15,100

Inhabitant Demonym

Stromptian

Location under

Strompton Forest

Included Locations

• The Whiskey Barrel

Owner/Ruler

Joel Ponder

Ruling/Owning Rank

Marshal

Owning Organization

Jackson Lumber Co.

Characters in Location

• Robin