Overbottom
Overbottom is a moderately sized Halfling village with roughly 90 standing structures in the southern hills of Mera, near the Crystal Basin. The village is difficult to see as much of its structures are built as low dugouts homes with large timbers and grass or leather rooves. The local farmers raise livestock to sell in Whitecliff and are renowned for their plow and war horses, donkeys, cattle, and oxen. The village is also known for its fresh fruits and vegetables that they take to Whitecliffs market on fast coaches with frequent horse changes to have them arrive fresh daily. In Whitecliff, they are often marketed as "Mera's best". Ulfer Brushpot, the wealthiest merchant in town, owns a fleet of swift of wagons for this trade, and is well known throughout the region.
Demographics
The population of Overbottom is 80% Halfling with 20% being of other races. The people are able to provide for themselves, most of the village’s population have enough to live a modest life, and those without are a minority.
Government
The people recognize a wise individual within the village and informally acknowledges them as the authority figure.
Defences
Overbottom has a sheriff with a handful of deputies that are officially sanctioned authorities and maintain a firm hold on the village.
Industry & Trade
The village has a wainwright, a taxidermist, a blacksmith, a village soothsayer, a park, and an amphitheater.
Infrastructure
Overbottom looks as you would expect. Most of the buildings seem sturdy and the streets may have some occasional rutted and uneven places, the majority are in decent condition.
Assets
The village breeds work animals which includes plow and war horses, donkeys, cattle, and oxen.
Tourism
Congestion is a real issue as large groups of people regularly visit the village. Locals are standoffish, but can be friendly if you get to know them.
Architecture
The village is difficult to see as much of it is built within low dugouts with large timbers crossing over it, with grass or leather to complete the roof. To enter the structures you walk down a stone and earthen staircase to a wooden door.
Geography
Short grasslands in semi-arid climates, with a few trees.
Founding Date
4597 AoU
Type
Village
Population
655 denizens.
Owner/Ruler
Owning Organization