The Noon Bell
The inn was named for a mishap that happened on its first winter evening. Its keeper rang the noon bell by mistake during a snowstorm, and half the village arrived expecting a feast. They stayed, ate the provisions meant for the morning, and helped shovel the door clear. Travelers tell the story as the night the bell summoned a blizzard, though locals know the snow had already begun.
The Noon Bell
Overview
History
The inn was named for a mishap that happened on its first winter evening. Its keeper rang the noon bell by mistake during a snowstorm, and half the village arrived expecting a feast. They stayed, ate the provisions meant for the morning, and helped shovel the door clear. Travelers tell the story as the night the bell summoned a blizzard, though locals know the snow had already begun.
Quirks
The keeper rings the little doorbell once for every meal served, even when the room is empty. Regulars tap the table twice before drinking, a habit they say keeps the false noon bell from calling snow indoors.
Rooms and services4
- Upstairs RoomsLodgingSix small rooms with clean linen, sturdy locks, and a shared washbasin in the passage. A night’s lodging includes a simple breakfast.
- Hearth NookCommon AreaA warm stone hearth, cushioned benches, and a shelf of well-used board games make this the inn’s quietest corner.
- Covered StableStableTravelers can leave horses and mules under a thatched roof, with fresh straw, water, and a trough of oats available for a modest fee.
- Curtained BoothPrivate DiningA curtained alcove seats up to six for private meals or quiet conversation. The curtain muffles voices but does not make them inaudible.
People
The keeper and 3 patronsKeeperTöm Human fighter, level 2
DroverAylin A cheerful drover who talks readily about roads and weather, but becomes wary when asked about the muddy tracks near the stable.
HerbalistShesh A soft-spoken village herbalist who listens carefully and offers practical advice without pretending to be an adventurer.
FarmhandKori A young farmhand with an easy laugh, eager to hear tales of danger and quick to volunteer for a small errand.
Keeper's Species
Human
Intrigue
What locals say
The Noon Bell is a modest country inn suited to new adventurers, with no secret passage or grand collection of relics. Its welcoming common room is a useful place to hear local news, find day work, or meet people who have traveled farther than the party. The bell above the door is an ordinary bronze handbell, not a magical item.
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