Highreach

The Rusty Goblet seems to be a **Syndicate** haunt. It is a cozy tavern  with a lively and convivial atmosphere that serves hearty fare (roasted chicken, stew, fresh bread) with a wide selection of ale, wine, and spirits. Its main room is open floor plan with a large fireplace. It is located in the Docks.

The party met **Tote the wizened old gnome** and quest giver here. He gave us each a mystical item (compass, rune, and key) and a note to explore an abandoned mine that Lyall seemed to recognize. Tote likes to speak in riddles but often isn't particularly subtle and, at times, can be impatient with those who are. He is seeking a pair of "bracers that are my birthright" but every little quest he goes on just leads to another little puzzle quest and the Syndicate no longer thinks it's worth his time.

KK and Lyall have speculated that he is one of the great Titans of Eldoria.

**The Silver Griffin:** This tavern is known for its elegant atmosphere and upscale clientele. The decor is tasteful and understated, with plush velvet curtains and polished wooden tables. The Silver Griffin serves only the finest wines, ales, and spirits, and its menu features sophisticated dishes made from local ingredients. Patrons of The Silver Griffin are typically wealthy merchants, nobles, and other members of the upper class. They come here to socialize, discuss business deals, and enjoy a refined evening out.

**The Enchanted Grove:** This tavern is in the Valerian District (the wealthy part of town) known for its magical atmosphere and mystical drinks. The decor is whimsical and fantastical, with tree branches and glowing mushrooms hanging from the ceiling. The Enchanted Grove serves unique cocktails made with herbs and spices, as well as vegetarian and vegan dishes. Patrons of The Enchanted Grove are typically magic-users, druids, and other individuals who appreciate the mystical aspects of life. Staying at the Enchanted Grove grants its patrons 1d6 goodberries each morning.

**Bjorn & Hilda Ironfoot** Dwarven bard and his wife performing at the Enchanted Grove. They gave Grief a magical scroll and information on **Grendel the Gnome** and **Nazgul Bloodfist**, the **Petrosian** enforcers who emiserate the patrons of the Enchanted Grove and impoverished the Ironfoots.

Grendel (gnome) and his orcish buddy, Nazgûl Bloodfist: Petrosian enforcers (Petrosians are wealthy, shady family in Highreach). Lyall (as "Ollie") defeated Nazgul in a brawl over which Grief and Grendel wagered 25 gold. Grendel attempted to intervne to help Nazgul but was restrained by a large human. Once Nazgul was soundly defeated, an angry mob escorted Grendel (and the unconscious body of Nazgul) from the premises to some uncertain fate.

**The Docks** Highreach is on water and has docks. The Rusty Goblet is in the Docks section.

**Desdemona Angelfell** Wealthy and successful Tiefling merchant of Highreach. She is a "surrogate parent" of Grief, and the actual mother of Daemoria and Trizdal. She has a large manor in Highreach that Grief is welcome to visit his mother in but is not allowed to reside there.

**Cinder's Quarters:** the slums of Highreach. 20ish years ago, they were raided by an unclaimed force that arrested many of the quarter's Tiefling residents, force marched them to the plains outside of Highreach, and (apparently) proceeded to commit genocide by burning them to death (a particularly cruel and slow way to kill fire resistant tieflings).

**Highreach Magic Shoppe** Helmed by a mysterious fellow by the name of **Dihan**, the Highreach Magic Shoppe boasts a broad array of magic items from consumables to wearables. K.K. was accidentally transported to another location in Eldoria but struggled to communicate the nature of his teleportation to the rest of the party.

Stables operated by **Elias** who gave the party the task of returning an empty sack to **Pennyfeather Wildbeard** in **Silverdale**.