Jiaoxiang

Population: Approximately 8,400.

Government: Jiaoxiang is governed by a noble aristocrat, the elf lady Moto Toko, though several powerful sorcerers have significant influence and power.

Notable Places:

1. The Sanctuary of the Silver Sky: An impressive colonnaded building, dedicated to a pantheon of gods and goddesses.

1. Kita Ayatsuyoko: Human Servant. Ayatsuyoko has a narrow face, with black hair and bright amber eyes. She wears worn clothing and carries an oak staff. Ayatsuyoko is practical and intimidating.
2. Hima Yobun: Male Bushi. Yobun has brown hair and light blue eyes. He wears plate mail and wields a glaive-guisarme. Yobun suffers an acute fear of confined spaces.
3. Oban Hibu: Male Professional. Hibu has long blonde hair and soft gray eyes, and an unusual mark on his arm. He wears expensive clothing and numerous rings. Hibu is haunted by the memories of a past life.
4. Hito Kenaoya: Male Bushi. Kenaoya is short, with thick auburn hair and light hazel eyes. He wears plate mail and wields a halberd. Kenaoya serves Ariel, an ancient but forgotten god of law.
5. Yawan Shanshi: Male Ninja. Shanshi is overweight, with brown hair and brown eyes. He wears leather armor and wields a dagger. Shanshi is searching for the legendary Gauntlet of the Vampire Duke.

1. The Shrine of Tano Sachiyo: A stone statue of Tano Sachiyo, Goddess of Strength, said to be sometimes visited by the goddess herself.

1. Sahi Kami: Male Peasant. Kami has brown hair and gray eyes, and pointed ears. He wears well-made clothing and a black cloak. Kami is steadfast and superstitious.
2. Naki Yosan: Male Wu Jen. Yosan has uneven red hair and gray eyes, and prominent ears. He wears well-made clothing and wields a dagger and sling. Yosan has an arcane familiar, a red snake named Otsuk.
3. Medzu Miko: Female Bushi. Miko has uneven gray hair and dark gray eyes. She wears banded mail and wields a warhammer. Miko seeks revenge against the sister who betrayed her.
4. Suri Maro: Male Entertainer. Maro has straight black hair and bright amber eyes. He wears expensive clothing and a feathered hat. Maro is unfeeling and insane.
5. Magi Miki: Female Kensai. Miki has uneven golden hair and amber eyes. She wears studded leather and wields a bastard sword. Miki speaks with a raspy voice.

1. The Guildhall: An ornate stone-walled building, once an inn house. It contains a large meeting hall and several smaller rooms, and is shared amongst several local merchant guilds.

1. Kama Hachi: Male Servant. Hachi is willowy, with thick red hair and light blue eyes. He wears travel-stained clothing and a red cloak. Hachi has an animal companion, a hunting dog named Kage.
2. Shayuato Suko: Female Entertainer. Suko has straight gray hair and green eyes, and a beaked nose. She wears modest garments and numerous rings. Suko is passionate and faithful.

1. Chioka Sushi: Male Bookseller. Sushi is pleasant in appearance, with short copper hair and bright gray eyes. He wears travel-stained clothing and several small tools hang from his belt. Sushi also deals in exotic parchments.
2. Hayato Nami: Female Bookseller. Nami has thin copper hair and dark brown eyes. She wears travel-stained clothing and a wide-brimmed hat. Nami is rumored to lead a cult of an undead goddess.
3. Okuk Yoshin: Male Wineseller. Yoshin has tangled copper hair and light blue eyes, and pointed ears. He wears simple clothing and carries an ash staff. Yoshin is rumored to lead a cult of a demonic god.
4. Kura Nozue: Female Yakuza. Nozue is elegant in appearance, with silver hair and dark gray eyes. She wears leather armor and wields a long sword and dagger. Nozue is fighting a war with the Thieves' Guild.
5. Kawa Michi: Male Chandler. Michi is pleasant in appearance, with copper hair and amber eyes. He wears plain clothing and several pouches hang from his belt. Michi also deals in forged documents and seals.
6. Moto Namae: Female Peddler. Namae is short and willowy, with blonde hair and hazel eyes. She wears modest garments and a wooden holy symbol. Namae is known for her knowledge of legends and folklore.