Greymere Pass

The air is crisp here, a breeze carrying a chill and the scent of pine. The triad of mountains that enclose the town of Greymere Pass loom over the landscape. Just ahead, you can see one of the town’s three walls, the road you’re on leading to its gate. Its stonework is impeccable, indicative of dwarvish craftsmanship. Beyond the wall, jutting into sight from the center of town, are the spiraling towers of Greymere Castle. Billows of forge smoke float into the sky, and you can only wonder what creations the famous smiths of Greymere are hard at work upon today.

Greymere Pass is a modest-sized town that occupies the central area at the base of three mountains. The town began roughly six centuries ago as a mining community. Miners continue to unearth a bounty from the nearby mountains to this day. With rich deposits routinely coming into Greymere, the town has attracted the eye of some of the world’s best craftsmen and blacksmiths. It is a well known destination for those in need of only the finest goods.

Dwarves have inhabited and mined the mountains around Greymere for generations. These dwarves have had strong influence in the development of the town, shaping it appearance. The finest dwarf masonry and stone-cutting is evident in the town’s architecture, although its most breath-taking site is the town’s center piece: Greymere Castle The castle is elevated on a stone rise that stands at Greymere’s center, making its magnificent towers and archways visible to all its residents from anywhere in town.

Demographics

Resident races: Human (77%), Dwarf (13%), Gnome (4%), Dragonborn (3%), Half-orc (1%) Other races (< 1% each).

Government

Greymere operates a republic. Its ruling council is referred to as the Triad, consisting of three members each given the title “triarch.” Each triarch is voted upon by the town’s residents during an election held once every five years. The Triad holds a court of subjects which they empower to makes financial decisions, run trials, settle disputes, and keep the peace.

Defences

Though Greymere is well fortified, it does not have a large militia. A small force of guards police the streets day to day, but should the town be sieged its residents would have no recourse but to hide behind their walls. On short notice Greymere can muster a standing force of 300 able-bodied soldiers. However, Greymere has deep pockets. Ruling Triads have been known to employ mercenary armies, tens of thousands of men willing to ride to its aid with the promise of gold and steel as payment.

Industry & Trade

The town has attracted dozens of smiths from around the world to settle within its walls. The goods they create have spurred a thriving economy. Travelers arrive daily from the mountain pass, often staying weeks at a time as they await craftsmen to finish commissioned pieces. Weapons forged here bear the name “Greymere steel,” a title that carries the utmost prestige.

Assets

Lodgings: Blue Wench Inn, The Eagle Horn, Mine Cart Tap House
Points of Interest: The Glade, Greymere Castle, The Mines, Sciurus Mechanica, The Sovereign Cruicible, Temple of Ulaa

Geography

Greymere Pass is a walled off city surrounded by mountain ranges. There are three mountains to the NW, E, and SW directions, making it very difficult to pass through without admission.

Population

1250

Included Locations

• Blue Wench Inn
• Greymere Castle
• Mine Cart Tap House
• Sciurus Mechanica
• Temple of Ulaa
• The Eagle Horn
• The Glade
• The Mines
• The Sovereign Cruicible