1d20 NPCs at the Gilded Cactus tavern

The Gilded Cactus was a raucous waystation on the edge of the frontier. Its wooden walls were worn but sturdy, standing witness to countless carousing patrons over the years. Within, the sounds of rowdy laughter, cheerful music, and clinking glasses filled the smoky air. At this bustling crossroads, all manner of folk mingled—hardened travelers and locals alike seeking diversion and pleasures of the flesh. Whether one wanted a strong drink, sizzling vittles, lively company or other indulgences, the Gilded Cactus offered it all under its welcoming but well-watched roof. For adventurers pushing into wild lands, or those seeking to leave their past behind, this was an oasis where fortunes were won and lost alongside any veneer of civility. Behind its swinging doors, one never knew what—or who—awaited them.


Roll and meet the colorful cast of characters inhabiting this frontier fantasy tavern!


1. Scar, a grizzled dwarf bounty hunter drinking to forget past failures.

2. Calico, a tiefling bard dancer entertaining patrons with risqué verses and dance moves.

3. Jeremiah, a shifty halfling trader always looking to make questionable deals.

4. Marshal, a gnome paladin keeping order in town but looks the other way in establishments.

5. Nevada, a human gunslinger balancing weapons at the bar between shots of whiskey.

6. Rosita, a half-orc madame who knows all the secrets in this town and more.

7. Seamus, an elderly dwarf bartender cleaning mugs and willing to share local gossip for tips.

8. Suzette, a fairy dancer who charms onlookers with her glittering wings and magic tricks.

9. Pedro, a half-elf bard eager to share folktales and play rousing songs for coins.

10. Buffalo Bill, a human hunter who trades tall tales of the frontier for strong drink.

11. Jacques, a shifty tiefling con man looking to take marks for all they're worth.

12. Lola, a mesmerizing tiefling singer whose beautiful voice holds all spellbound.

13. Wild Bill Haggard, a boisterous human gunslinger winning and losing fortunes at the card tables.

14. Rita, a tabaxi madam keeping order among her diverse 'employees.'

15. Apache, a grim dwarf bounty hunter nursing wounds and hunting a fresh prey.

16. John, a stony-eyed goliath barkeep serving up surly service with spirits.

17. Salome, a seductive yuan-ti dancer hypnotizing patrons with her swaying form and eyes.

18. Jedediah, an affable halfling preacher trying to save lost souls one sermon at a time.

19. Clint, a brooding human gunslinger itching for trouble or a good fight.

20. Esmeralda, a bewitching tiefling fortune teller ready to read destinies...for a price.




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