Linton

Linton is a small town in the northern reaches of Lowlands Province. It was founded back at some point, when everything was better, and is renowned for its small town, homey atmosphere.

The town has no organized leadership, yet Rince Dillers, an accountant working for the agricultural cartels, is generally recognized as the general town head due to his work with the groups, despite his noncommittal and indecisive nature. Sheriff Bimp is the nearest lawmaker and legal authority, though he resides a town over, in Tinbridge.

## History

Linton has been around as long as anyone can remember. Davey, the oldest person in town, grew up in Linton, returning after a brief stint in the army. He recalls how the town has changed very little since he was a child, though the agricultural cartels have gotten more and more powerful over the years.

This town was the site of a battle in the Ladybug Wars.

## Inhabitants

Simms: A large surly Norlundener and the owner of the tavern. Worked as a mercenary for some years for the empire, hunting down bandits in Vincia. However, the way he talks about it, he was a brave knight with the regard of the Emperor himself. His friend and fellow mercenary Bil owned this building previously, however he died after a particularly nasty fight and left the tavern to Simms. Simms is reluctant to talk about this, the nature of their former relationship is left ambiguous. Kindly. Adopted Sara and Aly, feeds Podeek (stray dog), and lets drunk patrons sleep off in spare rooms upstairs.

Sara and Aly: Twin sisters, 11 years old, work in the tavern and are the wards of Simms. They showed up in town one day when they were 5, both clearly in shock and in dirty rags. Simms took them in. Sara is loud, extroverted, and cheery. She enjoys working with the customers and playing with Ollie. Aly is quiet, cold, and bright. She enjoys reading and despite being distant and sarcastic feels deeply attached to both Sara and Simms. Neither will talk about what happened to them

Rince Dillers: Town scribe. His job is to tally up harvest yields and payments and keep track of town records. Basically an accountant. Will talk about it for an excruciatingly long time completely unprompted. He has one infant daughter and is married to Laura Dillers, who is secretly having an affair with Jon Orri. Laura is not at the bar. He is a total lightweight and easy to get drunk.

Davey Harkin: Man in his 80s. Fought in the Third Crescent War. Currently operates a shop of old antiques, will buy and sell weapons and such, mostly based on collector’s value. Also operates a farm. Thoroughly enjoys the company of Simms and loves his stories. Looks on him like a son. If pressed, the players may discover that Davey is in fact the father of the late Bil. Also is deeply religious and owns an old book on some of the champions. Will speak about it if prompted.

Ollie Livvy: Boy of 11. Son of Stuart and Marrion Livvy, two overworked farmers with 10 children. Ollie basically runs wild due to this. Wants to become a knight and likes to go exploring, especially in the Darron’s Bog. Many adults comment on this and disapprove, thinking it is dangerous.

Stinton, Tart, and Hams: Group of teenaged boys, all best friends, all work on farms. Stinton is very clearly the leader. Occasionally steal/con townsfolk. Mostly harmless. They lightly bully Ollie, who wishes to be one of their friends (though he objects to the stealing). All deeply desire to be cool. Hams is secretly in love with Stinton, will be revealed if befriended. Aly is annoyed by them. Sara has a juvenile crush (despite disliking the fact that he is mean to Ollie) on Stinton as is quick to reveal it.

Jon Orri: Local farmer. Fancies himself a songwriter but is deeply untalented. He gets very nervous under pressure. He is currently sleeping with Rince’s wife. This is the reason behind his lateness. When Rince asks him why he is late he will become visibly nervous.

Tarloff Jone: A 50 year old heavyset Farmer, known as the towns most prim and proper man. He owns the Linton General Store

Hammon and Stark: two tired farmers and 'best friends'.

Li Jone: Tarloff's son. Helps run General Store

Bor: a middleaged heavyset farmer. Complains about imperial politics all night. Somewhat intelligent but incredibly annoying and a know it all. Argues with Rince for much of the night.

Tali: a middle aged farmer. Bor's wife. A fairly friendly woman, if somewhat of a gossip. Gets coffee from Simms often and complains about Bor constantly.

Shaman Zosi: A kind and wise old woman, deeply passionate about the Championist religion. She is a scion of the Champion Lut, a warrior known for saving his village from a beast of flames in ancient times.

Marion Livvy: Tired middle aged woman with a multitude of children.

Stuart Livvy: Overworked farmer who works horrible hours to support his children, often asleep when not working.

## Establishments

### Bil's Tavern and Inn

The town bar and hotel. Headed, not by a man named Bil, but instead by a great big Norlundener named Simms, as well as his two adoptive daughters Sara and Aly.

### Davey's Assorted ~~Bullshit~~ ~~Junk~~ Bullshit

An antique shops headed by the eccentric old veteran Davey Harkins. Sells old, often half functional at best, artifacts, weapons, and armors. The site and subject of an epic, and ongoing, war of censorship between Davey and Rince over its potentially problematic name.

### Linton Championist Church

A small church run by Shaman Zosi, where townsfolk can get blessings and advice.

### Linton General Store

A small shop, generally used for foodstuffs and occasional wears.