Colston Basset

Founded by a band of runaway slaves nearly four centuries ago, the city has often been a haven for those on the run. Cedar, pine, oak, and large stones are the main building materials. There are many caves to the south of the village for people to hide in an emergency.

Population: 8,000

Demographics:

Dwarf, 21%

Elf, 7%

Gnome, 1%

Halfling, 17%

Human, 35%

Tiefling, 4%

Kenku, 5%

Aarakocra, 5%

Tabaxi, 3%

Fairy, 2%

Government: City State, Monarchy - King and Queen

Economy: Tor a hundred years the town has served as a hub for "unknown" or "unwanted" goods. No one asks questions where you got the goods, only how much. Imports: Spices, Iron, Copper, Gold, Textiles, Wood, Grain, smuggled goods. Exports: Garlic, Tobacco, goods that have been deemed 'not smuggled' anymore.

Businesses of note: The Browersburg Inn, The Colston Freeport Company, Magical Wares and Wishes

Attractions:

Freedom Rock - The rock where the founders' boat landed which has now become a monument.

Kelvin's Maritime Museum - A small museum concerning maritime trade and ships. The entry fee is two coppers per person. A guided tour is provided for four coppers.

The Falcon Throne - Carved from beautiful dark wood. The throne resembles a giant falcon. The throne was a gift to the king from another city centuries before. Or was it stolen...

The Temple of the the Fates - A temple dedicated to the Great 12.

The Temple of Sashelas, elf god of the sea.

The Temple of Boldrei, goddess of community and home.