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A '''hamlet''' is a group of rural dwellings that are too small to be considered a [[Village|village]], but possess an organisation that places them above [[Thorp|thorps]].  There are four types of hamlet, associated with [[Type-6 Hex|type-6]] and [[Type-5 Hex|type-5]] hexes, depending on whether one or two [[Hammer (symbol)|hammer symbols]] are present.  These four types, described below, are familiarly known as [[Hamlet#Communal Hamlet|communal hamlets]], [[Hamlet#Bailey Hamlet|bailey hamlets]] (or "hamlet forts"), [[Hamlet#Free Hamlet|free hamlets]] or [[Hamlet#Reeve Hamlet|reeve hamlets]] (also known as "gallows hamlets").
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A '''hamlet''' is a group of rural dwellings that are too small to be considered a [[Village|village]], but possess an organisation that places them above [[Thorp|thorps]].  Various forms of the hamlet occur in different hexes, with distinct [[Coin (symbol)|coin]], [[Bread (symbol)|bread]] and [[Hammer (symbol)|hammer]] signifiers.  Hamlets do vary in size, leadership, defense, personal freedom and facilities offered, while retaining the quality of a trifling importance and humble nature.  Any hamlet-dweller would see village life as exciting, fast-paced and a little terrifying.   
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In most cases, hamlets are made up of free persons, though the amount of freedom varies, as does local admistration.  Very little opportunity for trading exists, though some products — like bread, flour, [[River|river]] access or a place to safely camp are readily available, depending on the hamlet encountered.  The basis of prosperity for most everyone is the production and transshipment of food, wood and stone.
 
  
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== Communal Hamlet ==
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Hamlets may be divided into two general groups: those that occur in [[Type-6 Hex|type-6 hexes]] and those that occur in [[Type-5 Hex|type-5]].  Thereafter, the chief distinction is the amount of water power available (does the hamlet's hex include a [[River|river]] large enough to drive a [[Gristmill|water mill]]) or whether or not the hamlet is located upon the sea or a large lake.  In the latter case, the hamlet's significance is affected by the influence of currency rather than possessing a [[Barter Economy|barter economy]].
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'''Communal hamlets''' occur in Type-6 hexes that lack significant rivers (2 pts. or more) — indeed, these communities may be entirely dependent on groundwater wells.  They're small and agrarian in nature, with a large part of the local hex's [[Farmland|farmlands]] gathered together in a [[Communal Holding|communal holding]].  These are tight-knit communities with ties related to the past and commonly a shared religion.  While the inhabitants are free, ownership and harvests are collectivised for the good of all.  A hamlet differs principally from a thorp in that the hex's farmers have chosen to dwell in a close-knit community rather than remain scattered through the countryside.
 
  
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=== Population ===
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== Forms ==
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'''Type-6 hamlets''' consist of:
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* '''[[Communal Hamlet|Communal hamlets]]''': isolated, with residents sharing possessions and responsibilities.
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! Buildings !! Population !! [[Hovel (dwelling)|Hovels]] !! style="width: 140px"|Presence
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* '''[[Bailey Hamlet|Bailey hamlets]]''': also called "hamlet forts," noted for the presence of a surrounding wall and artisanal residents.
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* '''[[Fishing Hamlet|Fishing hamlets]]''': located on bodies of water, with [[Catch Fishing (sage ability)|catch fishing]] supplanting farmland as the chief food supply.
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| garner || 2d4-1 || 1 || always
 
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| gong farmer || 1-2 || 1 || always
 
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| ox tether & hovel || 2-4 || 1 || no road better than a cart path exists
 
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| saw pit & hovel || 2d4+3 || 2 || hamlet located in a forested [[List of Ranges|range]]
 
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| shearing station || 2d4+1 || 1 || sheep [[Trade References|reference]]
 
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| windmill || d4+d6 || 1 || located on [[Barrens (range)|barren]], [[Steppe (range)|steppe]] or sea-side [[Type-1 Hex|type-1]] hex; see text
 
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A communal hamlet is sure to include a garner, stable, water well, gong pit and between 11-13 hovels.  This accounts for a minimum of 29-67 people.  Additional persons are added by other facilities existing, as indicated by the table shown.  Note that there are differences in the table shown from that appearing on the [[Thorp#Population|thorp table]].
 
  
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Saw pits are supported by nearby [[Woodcutting (sage ability)|woodcutters]] who maintain a hovel in the hamlet. Windmills may also occur if there hills in the hex, within a mile of the hamlet. There may be up to three windmills; a [[Gristmill|gristmill]] for certain; a [[Fulling Mill|fulling mill]] if a fibre, cloth or clothing reference exists; and a [[Winepress|winepress]] if there are three references to grapes and wine.  Millers and their families dwell in hovels near the windmill.
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'''Type-5 hamlets''' consist of:
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* '''[[Free Hamlet|Free hamlets]]''': cooperative loose communities occupied by [[Freeholder|freeholders]] possessing increased farmland and rights.
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* '''[[Reeve Hamlet|Reeve hamlets]]''': also called "[[Gallows|gallows]] hamlets," provincially regulated locales noted for the presence of a local official of the realm.
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* '''[[Chartered Hamlet|Chartered hamlets]]''': noted for the presence of a [[Squire|squire]], [[Serf|serfs]] and [[Free Tenant|free tenants]].
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Altogether, the largest communal hamlets, which possess every possible facility, have 45-121 people (average 83) and 18-20 hovels.  If the number is low, most will be adults.  If high, most will be children.  Facilities are as like to be provided by parent and offspring, siblings or married couples.
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Each of these is defined by the number of [[:Category:Facilities|facilities]] available, which in turn is determined by the hex type's [[Infrastructure|infrastructure]].  No two hamlets look completely alike; naturally, cultures around the world add their curiosities, embellishments and personal designs upon the base structure provided.
  
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=== Governance ===
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== Economy ==
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Decisions within the communal hamlet are made by a [[Elder Authority|council of elders]], who ensure the residents maintain a traditional view of life.  Community members belong to a single tribal group or clan; the prevalence of familial ties can become so strong that members must marry outside the hamlet.  As marriages are arranged, it's common for several hamlets to respect agreements on these lines made by past generations.
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With the exception of few serfs, hamlets are largely made up of peasants, or [[Commoner (non-player character)|commoners]], who are nominally free largely through indifference from the crown.  These differ from freeholders, who possess deeds declaring the land they occupy to be theirs.  The amount of freedom varies among the people, as does local administration.  Little opportunity for trade and purchasing exists, though local products are available to outsiders with coin, while [[Boat Dock|boat docks]] and [[Way Station|way stations]] do provide additional wages for their operators.  The basis of prosperity for most everyone is the production and transshipment of food, wood and stone.
  
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[[Socage |Socage]] is paid jointly by all, helping to sustain every resident.  No one in the community is though to "own" their own land; all land is communal, even gardens planted in one's own yard.  [[Debt]] is unheard of.  Those to resent group authority, or make trouble, are dealt with through expulsion.
 
  
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Within the [[Barter Economy|barter economy]], the garner is part of the community and therefore does not write [[Note Payable|notes payable]] to farmers within the hamlet.  However, there are usually isolated farmers who deliver their goods, whose goods are paid for and records kept.  Fees owed to the garner are owned by the whole community, with the elders determining how best this money to spend this money.
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See also,<br>
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[[Coin (symbol)]]<br>
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[[The Adventure]]
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[[Category: Facilities]]

Latest revision as of 00:51, 13 August 2023

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A hamlet is a group of rural dwellings that are too small to be considered a village, but possess an organisation that places them above thorps. Various forms of the hamlet occur in different hexes, with distinct coin, bread and hammer signifiers. Hamlets do vary in size, leadership, defense, personal freedom and facilities offered, while retaining the quality of a trifling importance and humble nature. Any hamlet-dweller would see village life as exciting, fast-paced and a little terrifying.

Hamlets may be divided into two general groups: those that occur in type-6 hexes and those that occur in type-5. Thereafter, the chief distinction is the amount of water power available (does the hamlet's hex include a river large enough to drive a water mill) or whether or not the hamlet is located upon the sea or a large lake. In the latter case, the hamlet's significance is affected by the influence of currency rather than possessing a barter economy.

Forms

Type-6 hamlets consist of:

  • Communal hamlets: isolated, with residents sharing possessions and responsibilities.
  • Bailey hamlets: also called "hamlet forts," noted for the presence of a surrounding wall and artisanal residents.
  • Fishing hamlets: located on bodies of water, with catch fishing supplanting farmland as the chief food supply.


Type-5 hamlets consist of:


Each of these is defined by the number of facilities available, which in turn is determined by the hex type's infrastructure. No two hamlets look completely alike; naturally, cultures around the world add their curiosities, embellishments and personal designs upon the base structure provided.

Economy

With the exception of few serfs, hamlets are largely made up of peasants, or commoners, who are nominally free largely through indifference from the crown. These differ from freeholders, who possess deeds declaring the land they occupy to be theirs. The amount of freedom varies among the people, as does local administration. Little opportunity for trade and purchasing exists, though local products are available to outsiders with coin, while boat docks and way stations do provide additional wages for their operators. The basis of prosperity for most everyone is the production and transshipment of food, wood and stone.


See also,
Coin (symbol)
The Adventure

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