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Jongluer
2006-02-13, 02:31 AM
You step down a set of dark stairs set slightly off from the main avenue, it was the sign that caught your eye, a simple sign propped against the fence. The symbol was alluring, a smile filled with broken teeth and framed by large red lips, finally a winking eye rested above this, the tavern name was scrawled below the symbol in a solid white flowing script: Mr. Jongluer's Smile. Through the heavy black oak door you enter a bustling tavern, as soon as you are within it a cacophony of sounds, overriden by a lounge singer fills your ears, food and drink as well as the patrons themselves affront your nostrils, and your eyes strain to adjust to the dimly lit common room. On the west wall is a long bar surrounded by patrons and comely serving wenches, the bartender is a stout dwarf with a flowing beard, the only noticeable items there are the kegs and bottles that line the wall. The north wall, opposite you, is a stage set against a staircase leading to what one could only assume are private rooms, currently on stage is a small band, the main appeal of which is a beautiful blonde human female singing popular music. In between you and the stage are plenty of tables filled with all sorts of fellows, both aristocrat and working man rub elbows here for some inexplicable reason, most carry some sort of weapon and those that don't possess an air of someone armed. The tables are an interesting anamoly themselves, strong gold oak and lined with the markings of all sorts of games, whether it be for poker, three dragon ante, or a fine game of checkers, anyone would be quite satisfied here. The east wall is lined by more intimate booths, but it is the southeast corner that makes the most interesting sight, resting here is a tall old human dressed all in black, surrounded by women and two burly half-orcs, the occassional person flocks to him and after a quick conversation their is a shaking of hands and the person leaves. Every one of these transactions ends with a smile...Mr. Jongluer's Smile...

Mr. Jongluer's Smile, was bought and created by none other than Mister Thomas Jongluer (Human Bard 12/Rogue 3), a former adventurer whose exploits seemed to have been lost to history. Whatever they were, they provided him with enough money to start a lucrative business in providing alcohol to the public. It is also well known that Mr. Jongluer provides information for anyone willing to pay, most of this is simple information such as more solid backing to wild rurmors, though one can easily receive the blue prints to the mayor's house for the right price.

Gather Information: Low (5-10): Mr Jongluer's Smile is a lovely club to head to if one's interested in some gambling, solid food, and most importantly good drink, the proprieter is a kind old man who loves to talk. Mid (15-20): Mr. Jongluer's Smile is a great place for a good time, if you know what I mean, those serving girls don't look good for no reason. Even better, little birds flit onto your shoulder for the right price, if you catch my drift. High (25+): Mr. Jongluer's Smile is the place to be if you want to know about anything and everything, and you can most definately find more than what they got in the regular shops, anything you need, Mr. J can get.

The Smile's signature item is a home brewed dark ale known as "Cloak and Dagger Ale" a joke of those aware of the tavern's true purpose, or as a warning to those perceptive enough to pick up it's meaning. It's produced from a Dwarven recipe Mr. Jongluer took back with him from the Dwarven Mountains, the bartender serves as Jongluer's Brewmaster. It's supposedly the best you can get out of the mountains themselves.

Heroes can come to Mr. Jongluer's Smile for any number of reasons. First off, it has the widest selection of drinks anyone can desire (as well as sporting house brews). Next, it's upper level is home to a house of ill repute for those looking to unwind. The information benefits are possibly one of the prime reasons to go, though it is also full of possible contacts for any darker adventure. Finally, the basement is home to a black market hive the entrance to which can only be gained with Mr. J's blessing, even without his blessing deals can be done with the proper words at the bar itself. Whether looking to make use of these features or dispose of them, is a great way to use Mr. Jongluer's Smile in your campaign.

The Vorpal Tribble
2006-03-13, 02:55 PM
Pretty solid all around, and I like the name ;)

However, theres just nothing that makes one go 'Wow' about it, and tell us a bit more about the exploits of Mr. Jongluer.