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The Miner's Grin - AI-generated fantasy Tavern

The Miner's Grin

Established during the early days of the Phandalin resettlement, the tavern was built by a group of prospectors who wanted a place away from the softer merchants. It has survived three small fires and a Redbrand attempted takeover.

Taverns
Tavern · kept by Harlan Stone

The Miner's Grin

Established during the early days of the Phandalin resettlement, the tavern was built by a group of prospectors who wanted a place away from the softer merchants.

Overview

History

Established during the early days of the Phandalin resettlement, the tavern was built by a group of prospectors who wanted a place away from the softer merchants. It has survived three small fires and a Redbrand attempted takeover.

Quirks

The ceiling beams are so low that anyone over six feet tall must remain perpetually hunched. A group of Redbrands always occupies the corner table nearest the door, never paying a copper for their rounds.

Rooms and services3

  • The Sawdust FloorUtility
    Thick layers of cedar shavings spread across the ground to absorb spilled ale, mud, and the occasional drop of blood.
  • Shared Exchange WallStructural
    The northern wall is common with the Phandalin Exchange, allowing patrons to hear the muffled sounds of scales and ledgers.
  • Laborer's LoftsLodging
    Low-ceilinged sleeping platforms accessible by a rickety ladder for miners too exhausted to return to their camps.

Menu

8 items · 1 cp to 1 sp
Today's special

Deep-Shaft Stout

An opaque, oily black brew with a pungent metallic aftertaste. Most non-miners find it impossible to finish.

4 copper
  • Sooty Mutton5 copper
    Main Course

    Thin strips of mutton charred over a coal fire and served on a dented tin plate.

  • Hardtack and Sharp Cheese2 copper
    Appetizer

    Dense, dry crackers served with a wedge of cheese that has a kick like a mule.

  • Underdark Mash3 copper
    Main Course

    Boiled tubers mixed with wild cave onions and excessive amounts of salt.

  • Pickled Boar Foot6 copper
    Appetizer

    A single hoof preserved in a jar of cloudy, spicy vinegar.

  • Stone-Ground Loaf1 copper
    Food

    Heavy brown bread that is often used to soak up the juices from the mutton.

  • Bitter Root Ale3 copper
    Drink

    A lighter, yellowish ale that tastes strongly of dandelion and pine needles.

  • Honeyed Resin1 silver
    Dessert

    Sticky pine resin boiled with honey, served as a chewy treat for the miners.

People

The keeper and 3 patrons
  • KeeperHarlan Stone

    Human fighter, level 3

  • Lead MinerOld Gared

    Coughs constantly and talks about the glory days before the orc raids.

  • Redbrand EnforcerMoske

    Vicious and fond of tripping anyone who walks past his table.

  • WasherwomanTrilena

    Quietly observant and willing to trade gossip for a clean mug of cider.

Keeper's Species

Human

Intrigue

Intrigue · GM only

What locals say

Locals believe the ghost of the original owner, a dwarf who died during the collapse of a nearby shaft, still haunts the cellar and keeps the beer from souring too quickly.

Plot hooks

3
1A miner named Pip went missing after claiming he heard gold being counted through the north wall late at night.
2A Redbrand thug is bullying a young server, and the silent Harlan is looking for someone to intervene without it tracing back to him.
3A shipment of 'Deep-Shaft Stout' arrived with a strange glowing residue at the bottom of the barrels.

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