MASONDAIN is a small territory, gifted with with bountiful soil for farming and a thriving port. Thanks to a well-maintained army there hasn't been an incursion by humanoids or power-hungry rivals in decades.

JOHNATHAN MASONDAIN is the reigning Baron, a former adventurer who is known for his adherence to Law, but not overbearing and at times even merciful. He's been known to talk to his sword. Rumors say sometimes it answers back.

BROGAR THE BALD is Johnathan's longtime friend and right hand man, a towering graybearded Captain of the Guard who can swing a two-handed sword like a knife through butter. He's so tough they say he once shattered a statue just by snarling and pointing at it.

DUVALIER MASONDAIN is Johnathan's younger brother and resident wizard. He occupies the southwest tower of the castle where he conducts his research.

GABRIELLE is the Bishop of the Solar Temple, once a small shrine but currently being expanded to a full cathedral in its own right. She offers healing and other boons to adventures in return for a 10% tithe and the occasional quest.

SVETLANA is the town locksmith. It's a very lucrative business. Because her locks are so good is one of the reasons why there's no Thieves Guild in town. Don't believe me? Just ask her. She's right behind you!

In reply to DM (msg # 1):

THE TRAVELLER’S REST: The local inn and tavern. Great place to hear some music, eat pub fare and swap stories.

THE SWORD AND BOARD: Where retired Adventurers and wannabes congregate. The food is overpriced and the old fogeys hog the best seats.

AROUND THE CORNER: The cramped filthy bar by the pier so dicey they never gave it a name. For drunk sailors, doxies, and pickpockets.
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:09, Wed 03 Oct 2018.

In reply to DM (msg # 1):

THE ORPHANAGE: Maintained by a trust fund set up by Brogar, the children receive adequate care. Also, per decree from the Baron, young humanoids recovered from adventuring raids are raised here to be “civilized”.

[If you want to play a "civilized" humanoid such as half-orc, giantkin etc., best place to come from is here.]
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:08, Wed 03 Oct 2018.

To be fair, the thread title does start with, "Starting Point."