Near the outer wall of the Keep stands a long timber structure filled with the smells of hay, leather tack, and fresh grain. This barn and supply yard serves both the soldiers of the Keep and the travelers who pass through its gates.
Crates of produce sit stacked beside feed barrels, while a pair of patient draft horses chew lazily in their stalls. Chickens wander freely through the yard, occasionally chased off by a sharp whistle from the barn’s proprietor.
While it lacks the refinement of the shops in the inner courtyard, the barn is one of the most important places in the Keep. Without it, caravans would struggle to continue their journeys, and the garrison would quickly find its tables empty.
Proprietor: Cornflower
The barn is managed by Cornflower, a cheerful halfling with sun-browned skin and a wide-brimmed smile that never seems to leave her face.
She is rarely still for long, constantly moving between stalls, stacking feed sacks, or shooing wandering chickens back into their coop.
Despite her relaxed demeanor, Cornflower runs the barn with impressive efficiency.
Services
Cornflower provides basic agricultural supplies and animal care services.
Stabling
Travelers may stable their mounts overnight.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Feed and water for a mount | 2 cp |
| Overnight stabling | 5 cp |
| Grooming and brushing | 1 sp |
Cornflower ensures all animals are properly fed and rested.
Farm Goods
Cornflower sells fresh produce and simple farm staples grown nearby or brought in by local farmers.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Sack of grain | 5 cp |
| Fresh vegetables (1 day rations worth) | 3 cp |
| Fresh eggs (dozen) | 2 cp |
| Fresh milk or cream | 2 cp |
| Chicken (live) | 5 cp |
These goods are often purchased by both adventurers and the Keep’s kitchen staff.
Pack Animals
Occasionally, Cornflower has animals available for sale, depending on caravan traffic.
| Animal | Cost |
|---|---|
| Donkey or mule | 8 gp |
| Riding horse | 75 gp |
| Draft horse | 20 gp |
Cornflower insists that buyers demonstrate they can properly care for the animal before she agrees to sell it.
The Barnyard
Behind the barn lies a fenced yard containing:
- A small chicken coop
- A vegetable garden
- Several animal pens
- A simple training ring for young horses
Adventurers who spend time here may find Cornflower happy to share a meal or a story while she works.
She particularly enjoys hearing tales from travelers—especially if they involve faraway places she has never seen.