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The Gnarled Oak

The Gnarled Oak has stood for over a century on the corner of the city’s oldest district, originally built around an ancient oak tree long rumored to be enchanted. Through wars, trade booms, and countless festivals, it’s been a refuge for common folk, traveling merchants, and the city’s underbelly. Marla Greenthorn inherited it five years ago after her father’s passing, bringing a sharper edge and renewed popularity to the rustic landmark.

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The Gnarled Oak

The Gnarled Oak has stood for over a century on the corner of the city’s oldest district, originally built around an ancient oak tree long rumored to be enchanted.

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Marla Greenthorn

Tavernkeeper

Marla Greenthorn
Half-ElfRogue

Keeper's Species

Half-Elf

History

The Gnarled Oak has stood for over a century on the corner of the city’s oldest district, originally built around an ancient oak tree long rumored to be enchanted. Through wars, trade booms, and countless festivals, it’s been a refuge for common folk, traveling merchants, and the city’s underbelly. Marla Greenthorn inherited it five years ago after her father’s passing, bringing a sharper edge and renewed popularity to the rustic landmark.

Quirks

The Gnarled Oak’s corners always seem darker and quieter, and patrons claim the flickering shadows sometimes whisper warnings. Marla has a habit of cutting deals with shady characters but never tolerates violence inside.

Lore

Local legend says the original oak that gave the tavern its name housed a guardian spirit watching over travelers. When the tree fell decades ago, it was said the spirit was bound into the tavern’s foundation, protecting those who respect its walls. Some claim that on stormy nights, the old spirit’s presence can still be felt as a protective warmth, keeping darker forces at bay.

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