RPG Location: Suddler's Rest

Suddler's Rest is a large tavern located about a 15-minute walk outside of Ryndall, a small village. It is a popular stop for merchants and travelers on their journeys and is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere.

The tavern is built with stone and timber, with a high ceiling built around a central chimney. The central chimney is the heart of the tavern, providing warmth and a focal point for the bar and seating areas. The bar is built around the chimney, offering a cozy and intimate setting for patrons to enjoy a drink. There is also additional seating beyond the bar, providing ample space for larger groups or for those who prefer a more private setting.

The interior of the tavern is well-lit with lanterns hanging from the strong oak beams that form the structural strength of the ceiling. The beams are adorned with ivy and other greenery, adding to the warm and inviting atmosphere. The tavern has a rustic charm with a warm and inviting atmosphere and the staff are friendly and welcoming.

Suddler's Rest is known for its good food and drink, and it is particularly popular for its hearty meals and local ales. The tavern also has a reputation for being a safe and secure place to stay overnight, with private rooms available for rent.

The tavern is also known for giving its regular customers a Suddler's Plate, a decorative stone plate that provides a meal once a day when placed over a fire.

Suddler's Rest is owned and operated by Okley Suddler, a stoutly built half-orc woman who inherited the tavern from her father about 5 years ago. Okley has lived in Ryndall all her life and is known for her friendly and welcoming personality. She runs the tavern with her business partner and husband, Holton 'Holt' Myler, who is a retired bard and performs in the bar some evenings.

The tavern is large and regularly packed to capacity, so Okley employs 4 to 6 additional servers and kitchen staff to help keep up with the demand. The tavern also has a group of 4 or 5 regulars who are known for their friendly and welcoming personalities.

In a given evening, the tavern has a good mix of humans, halflings and a lesser number of tieflings, elves or dwarfs, usually stopping there in their travels. The tavern is a hub of activity, and one can expect to find a lively atmosphere, with patrons chatting and laughing, and the sound of Holt's music filling the air. The tavern is known for its welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, and travelers of all races, classes and backgrounds are welcomed with open arms.

Suddler's Rest is usually open from around early lunch to a little after midnight, providing a convenient location for travelers and locals alike. Okley, the owner, is known for keeping a safe and secure environment for her patrons and deals quickly and effectively with any troublemakers, ensuring that everyone feels welcome and safe. Holt, her business partner, is also known for his warm and welcoming personality and often performs with his lute, entertaining visitors with his music.

The tavern is a great place to stop for a meal, a drink, or just to relax and enjoy the company of others. The tavern is also a safe and secure place to stay overnight, with private rooms available for rent, and the tavern staff is always happy to help make the patrons' stay as comfortable as possible.

Arriving early in the day

When players arrive at Suddler's Rest in the early morning, they will find a bustling tavern just beginning to stir to life. The tavern is a large, stone and timber building with a high ceiling built around a central chimney. The interior is well-lit with lanterns hanging from the strong oak beams that form the structural strength of the ceiling. The bar is built around the central chimney and offers a cozy and intimate setting for patrons to enjoy a drink.

The tavern is owned and operated by Okley Suddler and her husband, Holton 'Holt' Myler. Okley is a stoutly built half-orc woman known for her friendly and welcoming personality and her ability to keep the tavern safe and secure. Holt is a retired bard who provides entertainment with his lute some evenings. The tavern staff is welcoming and friendly, and the tavern is known for its hearty meals and local ales.

The tavern is open from early lunch to a little after midnight and is a great place to stop for a meal, a drink, or just to relax and enjoy the company of others. The tavern also offers private rooms for rent, making it a convenient and safe place to stay overnight. The tavern is known for its inclusive atmosphere and welcomes travelers of all backgrounds. The tavern is usually quite busy in the morning, with a good mix of locals and travelers starting their day with a meal or a drink.

Arriving late afternoon/ early evening

When players arrive at Suddler's Rest in the early evening, they will find a lively and bustling tavern. The tavern is a large, stone and timber building with a high ceiling built around a central chimney. The bar is built around the central chimney and offers a cozy and intimate setting for patrons to enjoy a drink. The tavern is owned and operated by Okley Suddler and her husband, Holton 'Holt' Myler. Okley is a stoutly built half-orc woman known for her friendly and welcoming personality and her ability to keep the tavern safe and secure. Holt is a retired bard who provides entertainment with his lute some evenings.

The tavern is busy as the evening progresses, with a good mix of locals and travelers stopping by for a meal or a drink. The tavern is known for its hearty meals and local ales, and the staff is welcoming and friendly. The atmosphere is lively, with patrons chatting and laughing, and the sound of Holt's music filling the air. The tavern is also known for its inclusive atmosphere, and travelers of all races, classes and backgrounds are welcomed with open arms.

The tavern is a great place to stop and rest after a long day of traveling, where players can relax and enjoy a meal, a drink and some good company. The tavern is also a safe and secure place to stay overnight, with private rooms available for rent and the tavern staff is always happy to help make the patrons' stay as comfortable as possible. Overall, players can expect a lively and welcoming environment when they arrive at Suddler's Rest in the early evening.

Arriving late evening

When players arrive at Suddler's Rest later in the evening, they will find a bustling and lively tavern that is almost beyond capacity. The tavern is a large, stone and timber building with a high ceiling built around a central chimney. The bar is built around the central chimney and offers a cozy and intimate setting for patrons to enjoy a drink. The tavern is owned and operated by Okley Suddler and her husband, Holton 'Holt' Myler. Okley is a stoutly built half-orc woman known for her friendly and welcoming personality and her ability to keep the tavern safe and secure. Holt is a retired bard who provides entertainment with his lute some evenings.

As the night goes on, the tavern is full to capacity with a mix of locals and travelers enjoying a meal or a drink and listening to Holt's music. The atmosphere is lively, with patrons chatting and laughing, and the sound of Holt's music filling the air. The tavern is also known for its inclusive atmosphere, and travelers of all races, classes and backgrounds are welcomed with open arms.

Okley is starting to wrap things up for the evening, making sure that the tavern is secure and that all patrons are taken care of. She may struggle to get Holt to finish up, as he is often caught up in the music and the atmosphere of the tavern. Nevertheless, Okley is determined to make sure that everyone is safe and that the tavern is secure before closing for the night.

The tavern is open late but it's not uncommon that it's closing around midnight. Players arriving later in the evening can expect a lively and welcoming environment, good food and drink, and entertainment from Holt's music. However, they should be aware that the tavern may be closing soon, and they might want to finish their meal or drinks quickly.

Creeping around in the dark

When players enter Suddler's Rest at night, they will find the tavern dark and deserted. All of the patrons have gone to sleep and the only sounds are the faint crackling of the fire in the central chimney. The tavern is a large, stone and timber building with a high ceiling built around the central chimney. The bar is built around the central chimney, offering a cozy and intimate setting for patrons to enjoy a drink. The tavern is owned and operated by Okley Suddler and her husband, Holton 'Holt' Myler.

Okley and Holt have secured the tavern with hexes and charms to protect it from unwanted visitors. These charms and hexes will raise the alarm if triggered, alerting the owners to any intruders. However, the tavern has a pet cat called Owl, who patrols the tavern at night and does not trigger the charms or hexes in place.

The tavern is quiet and dark, with no one around to disturb the peace. The only light comes from the flickering fire in the central chimney, casting long shadows on the walls. The tavern is safe and secure, but the eerie silence may make players feel uneasy. If players are looking for a place to rest and sleep overnight, they can speak to the owners and rent a room, but they should be aware that the tavern is closed for business and they might wake up to an empty tavern.

If players were able to successfully navigate their way around the hexes and charms, and the pet cat Owl, that protect Suddler's Rest tavern at night, they may be able to find and potentially steal a variety of items. However, it's important to note that stealing is against the law in most settings and it's morally wrong, it's also not a good idea to steal from NPCs as it can lead to negative consequences for the players.

Some potential items that players might find include:

• Cash and coins stored in a strongbox behind the bar.

• Valuable items such as jewelry or gems that may have been left behind by patrons or hidden by the owners.

• Alcoholic beverages and other supplies stored in the cellar or pantry.

• Food and ingredients stored in the kitchen.

• Any other valuable items that the tavern owners may have on the premise.

• Additional items or equipment in the private rooms that players may rent to spend the night.

It's important to remember that the tavern owners are likely to notice if any items are missing and will take steps to retrieve them, or report the theft to the local authorities. Additionally, stealing from NPCs can create bad reputation and make it harder for the players to interact with NPCs in the future. It's always better to role play and handle these situations in a more appropriate way.

Sample menu with meals and drinks

Warm Drinks:

• Hot cider (mug) - 2 sp

• Hot chocolate (mug) - 2 sp

• Spiced tea (mug) - 2 sp

• Mulled wine (mug) - 3 sp

Light Meals:

• Cheese plate (serves 1) - 2 sp

• Bread and butter (serves 1) - 1 sp

• Mixed nuts and dried fruits (serves 1) - 2 sp

• Olives (serves 1) - 2 sp

Full Meals:

• Roast beef with vegetables and potatoes (serves 1) - 5 sp

• Grilled fish with rice and salad (serves 1) - 5 sp

• Vegetable stew with bread (serves 1) - 4 sp

• Chicken and dumplings (serves 1) - 5 sp

• The Grand Platter, including two whole chicken, a leg of lamb, mixed vegetables and bread (serves 6) - 3 gp

Wines:

• Red wine (goblet) - 2 sp

• White wine (goblet) - 2 sp

• Rose wine (goblet) - 2 sp

Beer & Ale:

• Local ale (mug) - 1 sp

• Porter (mug) - 2 sp

• Stout (mug) - 2 sp

Spirits:

• Whiskey (shot) - 3 sp

• Gin (shot) - 3 sp

• Vodka (shot) - 3 sp

• Rum (shot) - 3 sp

Other:

• Water (pitcher) - 1 cp

• Lemonade (mug) - 2 sp

It's worth noting that prices may vary depending on the location, availability of ingredients, taxes, and other factors. Also, not all items may be available at all times and the menu may change depending on the season or the owner's preference.