Owners

Role: Lankus Kurrid, once a veteran guard, now runs the Wicker Goat, the favored tavern of town guards and dwarven miners. As its owner, he oversees the daily operations. Though retired from active duty, his sharp eye and commanding presence keep the tavern in order, deterring trouble before it starts. He values hard work, respect, and a well-cooked meal. While he no longer walks the town as a guard, the Wicker Goat remains his post—one where he keeps an ear to the ground and an eye on Saltmarsh’s shifting tides.

Background: Lankus Kurrid was once a soldier who saw his share of combat on the battlefield. During his time in Gradsul, he met Mira, who would become his wife. After suffering an injury that ended his days as on the battlefield, Lankus took a post as a town guard in Saltmarsh, seeking a quieter life. It was there that he and Mira bought the Wicker Goat, a struggling old tavern on the verge of closing.

While Lankus kept up his duties as a guard, Mira took the lead in running the tavern, quickly turning it into a favored haunt for soldiers and town guards—helped in no small part by Lankus’ reputation. When he eventually retired, they put their savings into fixing up the Wicker Goat. He and Mira remain deeply in love, content in the life they built together, surrounded by the warmth of good company and the steady hum of a well-run tavern.

Personality: Lankus Kurrid runs the Wicker Goat with a firm hand and a sharp eye, tolerating no drunks, brawls, or troublemakers under his roof. A no-nonsense man, he puts order before profit, breaking up fights the moment they start, often with little more than a glare and a well-placed shove. A Loyalist at heart, he respects the mining operation and the prosperity it brings, but he has little patience for the drunken arrogance of some dwarves who look down on the town guard. At the same time, he believes the fishermen and Traditionalists should show more appreciation for the men and women who keep Saltmarsh safe. Though gruff, he is fair, and his tavern remains one of the few places where miners, guards, and townsfolk all share a table—so long as they behave.

Role: Mira Kurrid is the heart and soul of the Wicker Goat, running the tavern with quiet efficiency and unwavering dedication. She manages the bar, oversees the kitchen, and handles the rented rooms, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Mira is always on her feet—cleaning rooms, waiting tables, and serving drinks alongside her staff—never asking anyone to do a job she wouldn’t do herself. She leads by example, maintaining a calm and welcoming presence without ever needing to raise her voice.

Background: Mira Kurrid was born into the bustling tavern life of Gradsul, where her family ran a well-known establishment. From a young age, she learned every aspect of the trade. It was at her family’s tavern that she met Lankus Kurrid, a wounded soldier recovering from combat. The two quickly fell in love, and when Lankus took a post in Saltmarsh to serve out his remaining years as a guard, Mira followed. Together, they purchased the Wicker Goat, a once-popular tavern that had fallen on hard times.

Mira’s first and closest friend in town is Manistrad Copperlocks, whom she respects as a fellow strong, no-nonsense woman who knows how to lead. Despite their busy lives, the two often share an ale in the evenings, enjoying the rare quiet moments between their demanding roles.

Personality: Mira Kurrid is the strong and silent type. She leads by example, working tirelessly alongside her staff and never asking anyone to do a task she wouldn’t do herself. Mira has a deep well of patience and understanding, making her a beloved figure in Saltmarsh. She never judges others and always lends a listening ear, offering quiet wisdom without interference.

Though she is a Loyalist, Mira remains sympathetic to the Traditionalists, shaped by her upbringing in a family-run tavern in Gradsul. This difference in views is a frequent and friendly point of discussion between her and Manistrad Copperlocks, one of her closest friends.

Mira despises gossip and refuses to speak ill of anyone behind their back. She values hard work, honesty, and community, making her not just the heart of the Wicker Goat, but a trusted and respected figure throughout Saltmarsh.