Cats Herbs

A small shop in the Northeastern part of Kowal, it is across from Hynes Park. It is a both a storefront and the home of the Catniks. They make all sorts of poultices, herbal remedies, and potions. They all work with varying degrees of success. You approach a small two story building, its foundation solid, … Read more

Children of the Light

Some in the city do not like the Baron aligning with the North. They have formed a resistance to this and protest in the streets. They mark houses and buildings with graffiti. They attack elves and other non humans. They have strong leadership and funding, but no one knows who pulls the strings. When seen, … Read more

Companions

Called a thieves guild by some in Kowal, the companions see themselves as a specialized workforce for hire. Sure, they may be hired to relieve someone of a valuable item, but they also provide spying and infiltration for the nobility and governing body of Kowal. They are allowed to exist because they are beneficial to … Read more

Crane Company

Crane Company Mercantile is a trading companies that trades up and down the Weron River. They have a lot of funding and a wide trade network.  They are also well known for the collection of ancient art and artifacts. They often sell and trade these goods to the rich and powerful of Uteria.

Craven’s Hollow

Craven’s Hollow is home to outcasts, thieves, and the unwanted. The home of those who want to escape notice. Many did not choose this residence, but the small group of ramshackle buildings welcome any who do not have any other place. Once it was Tower Five, the last defensive line of the Kowal barony. It … Read more

Cult of the Crimson King

A rumored cult of religious followers who seek the knowledge of Nithiel, a long-dead eldar king who sought to bring order to Uteria. They are gaining power in Kowal, especially now that they are being led by a mysterious figure named Holloweye.

Dael

Dael is a very old blind man. He is weak, and has never adventured until now—this is his very first. He is out of shape and suffers from myriad aches and pains, though he does move around well enough. He was born without vision, though his hearing is exceptional, and he feels a deep connection … Read more

Darkwinter Tavern

Darkwinter Tavern was opened after the long winter of ’93. Owned and run by Rob Bevaskin, a war veteran and ex merchant. He made his money taking supplies through the harsh lands between the neighboring cities, but “retired” by opening the tavern. It is a popular place in Kowal for travelers, adventurers, and soldiers.   … Read more

Death Takers Guild

A guild of morticians and embalmers.  They were very important to the city during the many plagues, as they disposed of the diseased bodies. Since then, they have continue to serve the cities in their time of grief, for the right price.

Druid Grove of Thay

Thay is a human magic user who came to Kowal with a knight named Roe. He was a traveler from the Tiren Druidic order, sent West to find knowledge and start his own grove. The attitude towards magic in Kowal was much more closed minded than the kingdom of Tiren.  In the face of such … Read more