Off the well-traveled roads sits Kincaide’s Farmstead, a bustling family operation known for its hearty contributions to the local towns. It’s a place where the day starts at sunrise and doesn’t slow down until well past sundown.
At the center of the farm is the Kincaide family’s house, a large, sturdy building with a thatched roof that’s seen its fair share of seasons. This isn’t just a home—it’s a headquarters for the daily grind of farm life. Around the yard, you’ll find all manner of barrels, tools, and sacks of goods waiting to be loaded up and hauled into town.
Animals roam about in well-kept pens—sheep munching lazily on hay, pigs rooting around for scraps, and the occasional chicken darting underfoot. A vegetable garden thrives nearby, full of neat rows of greens, root veggies, and herbs. Horses are stabled close by, ready to pull carts full of goods or take a rider on an errand.
The Kincaide family is always hard at work. Thovas and Twilla keep the farm running like a well-oiled machine, tackling everything from feeding the livestock to harvesting the crops. Their oldest sons, Duncan and Nester, take the goods to market and keep up the farm’s reputation in town. Meanwhile, Maria and Lila, the youngest, bring a lively energy to the farmstead, splitting their time between playing in the yard and getting into harmless mischief when they’re not studying.
For adventurers passing through, Kincaide’s Farmstead offers more than just a glimpse of rural life. Whether you’re looking for fresh supplies, a friendly face, or a bit of gossip from the roads, there’s always something happening here. Just be sure to stay out of the way when the work gets busy—there’s plenty to do, and not much patience for idling!
Points of Interest and Adventure Hooks
Kincaide’s Farmstead isn’t just a quiet farm—it’s full of opportunities for adventurers to get involved, whether they’re looking for work, information, or a bit of trouble.
The Farmhouse
The heart of the farm, the Kincaide family’s house, is warm and welcoming but surprisingly well-fortified. Thovas keeps a small collection of weapons and tools hidden away, remnants of a younger, wilder life. Rumors suggest that Thovas once worked as a caravan guard, and his knowledge of the region’s roads and dangers is second to none. He might share a few tips—or even a map—over a hearty meal.
The Pens and Fields
The livestock pens and vegetable gardens seem peaceful, but strange things have been happening after dark. Animals have gone missing, vegetables have been uprooted, and eerie tracks have been found leading into the nearby woods. Thovas is willing to pay anyone who can figure out what’s going on and stop it before it gets worse.
The Farmhands’ Stories
Duncan and Nester spend a lot of time on the road, making deliveries to nearby towns. They’ve overheard plenty of tavern talk and have a knack for picking up on local gossip. Adventurers seeking leads on nearby dungeons, bandit camps, or even hidden treasures might find the brothers more than willing to share what they’ve heard—for the price of a drink or two.
The Children’s Secrets
Maria and Lila are always poking around places they shouldn’t be, and they’ve stumbled onto something unusual: a hidden burrow in the woods near the farm. They swear it’s not just an animal den and have overheard strange whispers coming from within. Whether it’s a natural oddity or something magical, the kids are eager to show adventurers what they found—if the party promises to take them along (and not tell their parents).
The Hidden Threat
Unbeknownst to the family, the strange happenings around the farm may be connected to something bigger. Perhaps a nearby bandit group is scouting the farm as an easy target, or perhaps an ancient fey creature from the woods resents the encroachment of human farmland. The party’s investigation could lead to a confrontation that might endanger not just the farm, but the surrounding area as well.