Flying Stag The Flying Stag was an inn in Voonlar that offered peace and privacy to travelers able to afford some extra amenities . Location . The inn was on Blarun ' s Lane north of the intersection with Runstal ' s Ride , west of the bakery . Structure . The inn was shaped like a barn but built from fieldstone and wood permanently treated with " firequench " . Balconies extended from many points around the upper floor . It had a compound in the back surrounded by high walls that included fine quality stables , covered storage for wagons , and two private " bowers " , one in each back corner , that were rented separately . In front was a yard that set the inn off from the street . Over this yard hung a large signboard illuminated by three storm lanterns . The blazon for the Flying Stag was , indeed , a stag with wings executing an aerial maneuver best described as a swoop . Interior . The Stag had no common room , dining area , or tavern . Instead , guests stayed in suites that consisted of a few adjoining rooms with their own dining room . Each suite was separated from the others on the same floor by a linen closet or a staircase to improve privacy . Furnishings were thoughtfully chosen for sturdy functionality and not opulence or luxury ( Hlarvo was a carpenter , after all ) . Each suite also had a tub for bathing and a toilet with a scented - water flush bucket . The bowers in the back courtyard were secluded nooks partially hidden by vines , with tile floors , benches , couches and tables . Atmosphere . The Stag was arranged such that guests need never see other guests if they so desired . Guests were encouraged to use the bell and pulley system to ring for a servant whenever they needed something . Meals were served hot and fresh on wooden platters covered with rounded metal lids . The bowers were designed by Hlarvo ' s wife Valladonra to be conducive to romantic interludes , but they were most frequently used as temporary offices for clandestine business transactions . Services . Suites a the Flying Stag cost between 3 gp to 5 gp per night depending on the size and the view . Meals were included in that price but stabling of beasts cost an additional 5 sp per head per night . A bower could be rented for 4 sp for a quarter - day or 1 gp for a half - day . The stables and wagon storage area were guarded . A meal at the Stag was typically a soup and two entrees with hot rolls , herbed butter , and small dish of spicy pickle - spread . For drink , there were often four or five ales and six or seven wines available . Portions were small , but guests could ring for a fresh course . Typical soups served at the Stag were leek and creamy potato ; almond and mushroom ; breek ( a spicy brew of pungent bulbs and boiled beef ) ; forest leaf ( thin broth steeped from local roots and leaves , with berries ) ; and wildfowl stew ( barley broth with meat of some sort ) . If the alternate cook , Mareeka , was in the kitchen , the soups were served in breadbowls of her design — a round loaf of bread hollowed out and lined with plenty of melted cheese that was allowed to harden before the soup was added . The main entrees were typically roast boar with fresh greens ; a potato - based hash made from lamb fried with onions , garlic , and parsnips ; smoked turkey and bulls ' - tongues ; savander ( horse meat and quail baked into a spicy pie ) served with a sampling of lime chutneys , pickled eels , mussels , and smallfish ; beef and barley stew with peppers and a sprinkle of most everything in the spice rack ; and the occasional seasonal favorite ( such as Moonsea silverfin fried in butter , when available ) . History . Hlarvo Dluthree was a carpenter by trade but dreamed of opening an inn . His beautiful , tiny , but forceful wife , Valladonra , made a disparaging comment one day that he would actually pursue his dream about the same time stags learned to fly . Thus , the Flying Stag was founded . After the fall of Zhentil Keep and the easing of aggression by Hillsfar , more people and trade came overland through Voonlar , and the Flying Stag opened at a time to take advantage of the increased traffic . Valladonra was enamored with romance and thought they would cater to couples looking for romantic getaways , but the vast majority of their clientele were merchants and traders . Inhabitants . The Flying Stag was owned and operated by Hlarvo Dluthree and his wife Valladonra , along with enough servants to respond to guests when they ring , guards for the wagon shelter , and stable hands to look after the beasts . Two cooks , one of which was named Mareeka , ruled over the kitchen . Rumors and legends . Folks in town suspected that the wildfowl stew at the Flying Stag was made from old chickens and captured mice .