The Clumsy Lion Tavern

The Clumsy Lion
One of the finest inns in the Harkwood region is The Clumsy Lion, located between Harkwood Town and Castle Harkwood, where the roads to Tourney Glade and Darrek's manor join the main thoroughfare.
The tavern is a freewheeling place, with regulars dropping in each night just before dusk and gambling and drinking well into the dark. With the exception of warmer weather, the common room is lit by a huge open fireplace in front of the bar. The tables are hemmed and scuffed by the clatter of countless earthenware mugs and metal mugs, and the not-quite-level wooden floor is scratched by twelve years of wearing boots and dragging bench legs. The general feeling at Clumsy Lion is one of warmth, comfort and welcome; a place where you can enjoy yourself without pomp or pretense. The tavern's sign fits its general reputation: the sign outside shows a heraldic lion rampant, toppling backwards with a surprised look on its face.
The tavern was built twelve years ago by Arik the Loud and is a successful trading enterprise. The food is good, the beer and wine are not watered down, the rooms are clean and the rates are high, 125% of the amount listed under Goods and services in the introduction. Sterling Gold and Redhall Red are available at these prices.
On the ground floor is the kitchen and common room of the Clumsy Lion. Upstairs are living quarters for Arik, Kinna, the other staff (a stable boy and two maids/waitresses) and several rooms for guests. The inn's stables are out back.