The Trusted Fool
Welcome to the Trusted Fool, the best kept secret in Waterdeep….literally. While having recently undergone a change in management and a name change, we are committed in ensuring that you all get the service you deserve. Located in the quaint neighborhood of Dock Ward in Waterdeep, the Trusted Fool is the place to go in order to unwind, relax and to find fortune or information for the betterment of society or to line your pockets.
While we understand that our establishment is quite basic at the moment, we do have a plan to upgrade this fine venue into a desired attraction for all who wish to visit from abroad as well as our fine locals. We currently boast of a modest taproom offering a selection of local brews from the finest breweries here in Waterdeep while we await the construction of our very own brewery. As you walk in you are greeted by a sly and friendly halfling by the name of Cerdic who is tending the bar and will offer you a table should one be available. The atmosphere is typical of a comfortable pub with some polished wood that could use a bit more TLC. There are about five tables with wooden chairs, and approximately five stools at the bar reserved for what would be the regulars.
Total Valuation: 39 (Comfortable)
Tavern Upgrades
Taproom (Modest) +3
Kitchen (Modest) +3
Larder (Cheap) +1
Snug (Wealthy) +5
Guest Bedrooms (Wealthy) +5
Cellar (Cheap) +1
Brewery (Wealthy) +5
Beer Garden (Cheap) +2
Lavatory (Modest) +3
Saloon (Modest) +4
Stable (Modest) +3
Stage (Cheap) +1
Dance Floor (Wealthy) +3
Unlocked Downtime Activities
Durnan's Guide to Tavernkeeping
Feast
Frequency: Unlimited
The best taverns regularly offer a special menu of hearty grub to turn every meal into a feast. Each day that you spend on this activity costs 1 gp in ingredients and grants a +2 bonus to your next roll on the Business Results table.
Join the Staff
Frequency: Unlimited
Being present for the day-to-day running of your taproom means you’ll be on hand to deal with any issues your staff may struggle to resolve. Each day you spend working with your staff grants a cumulative 20% chance that you’ll benefit from free Extra Security (see “Tavern Events”).
Rare Ingredients
Frequency: max. 10 batches
Superior food and beverages prompt patrons to spend more and spend more often. Each day that you spend sourcing rare ingredients for your tavern’s larder costs 1 gp. After engaging in this activity, you gain one batch of rate ingredients. You can spend one batch of rare ingredients to add a +10% bonus to any one roll on the Banqueting, Brewing Beer, or Distilling Spirits tables, or to grant a +4 bonus to your next business results roll when using the Feast downtime activity.
Spying
Frequency: 1 roll/downtime
Your snug attracts guests who sometimes have something to hide. For every day you spend in this activity, there is a cumulative 5% chance that you’ll learn some information about one of the factions in your area. Roll percentile dice on the Secrets table to determine which faction is affected.
Recruit Hirelings
Frequency: Unlimited
As guests come and go, you’ll brush shoulders with a variety of skilled professionals: mercenaries, artisans, healers, armorers, and many more. Chapter 5: “Equipment” of the Player’s Handbook contains costs for recruiting hirelings. Each day you spend on this activity lets you recruit a hireling of your choice for any term of service you can afford. Hirelings recruited via this activity are always trustworthy and reliable.
Ginger’s Revenge. This complex Red Ale is aggressive. It constantly has something to prove and is never consistently brewed making that experience one that you will never forget. Brewed by the hardly reknowned red-headed dwarf named Bloodbeard, this Ale will be the talk of the town until the next batch is brewed. While not at the bottom of the barrel (pun intended) when it comes to its standing, it does fetch a modest price of ___ gp.
ReplyDeleteIke’s Infernal Imperial Stout. Meant for those hardy folks who look down in disdain to the usual local prissy lager, this Infernal Imperial Stout packs a punch to those brave enough to try it. Made in small batches by our persecuted Tiefling brewer Ike Sarikir, one has to wonder if a deal was made with the Devils in order to create such a divine beverage. You will not be asked to sign over your soul for a pint of this infamous brew, but you will be asked to pay a heady sum of ___gp for the pleasure of Hell in a glass.
Brown Britches Ale. Unsure if the name refers to the brown liquid being consumed or the after product of your beloved friend with dysentery, but one thing is for sure, you can’t beat the price. Coming in at an affordable ___gp, this Rogue Roulette style beer brewed by the local Bard’s guild _____ using only the most mysterious water source, it is sure to at least please your pallet with the outhouse only a few meters away from the Tavern.
The Duke’s Chamberpot. This ungodly brewed was made just for you, the plebs….er….I mean the regular folk. Made in his spare time by one of Waterdeep’s most famous security guards, a Goliath named Ugh, this less than delightful lager is so affordable that it is almost being given away. While not necessarily intended for our respected clientele, it does succeed by some sheer miracle to loosen the lips of the unsuspecting, making it a resident brew here at the Trusted Fool.
The Blue Fish IPA. A relative newcomer on the brewery scene here in Waterdeep, this local IPA is made by a human named Honest Fred using only the newest methods in brewing, reducing the brewing time to a mere week, thus ensuring a plentiful amount to sell. This middle-of-the-road brew sells for a modest ___gp, and we are looking for a long and prosperous relationship with this brewer moving forward.
Zentar’s Rim. Inspired by the mysterious draconic culinary machinations of an organization that does not wish to be named, the food is sure to make you question your morals and your choice of outhouse. Spiced beyond belief in order to mask the deceptive poor quality of meats it employs in its kitchens, the meals are surprisingly affordable, despite making you question if a more steeply priced antidote will be offered to cure you of any undesirable odours.
ReplyDeleteThe Nested Egg. This all-day breakfast cart caters to many of the local inns and features a wide variety of eggs (while quantities last). You can indulge on the locally free-caged pigeon eggs, to the more affordable chicken eggs. Should you have a sick penchant for the exotic, you may pay extra for an Aaracokra egg…..you sick fuck.
Meatless Mary’s Menu. One thing is for certain, there is no meat on the menu. Perfect for those who wish to watch their figure while sampling the local flora. One would be best to inquire as to the meaning of organic and locally “produced”/”sourced” flora would mean as you have not observed much of anything fresh since you have entered Waterdeep. Their “Seaweed” salad is apparently a local favourite.
Vrak's Ass. Ever fight a black dragon?
ReplyDeleteWant to tango with a rusty wagon?
The feeling of acid down your throat
Crying like a tiefling destroyed your moat
You think you may have melted your brain
But really you just got ran over by a train
Vrak's Ass feels like it came from your booty
But really you just drank a thing of beauty