visitors_station | [Crosspoint Hills] Setting and Locations

Welcome To Crosspoint Hills
population: Who knows?

Crosspoint Hills is a tiny town literally in the middle of nowhere. It can't be found on any map and only those who live there or have been there before can find it intentionally. All others just seem to drift in like the tide.

Some drive in on streets that seem to disappear in the rearview mirror leaving nothing but desert, forest, or open fields behind you, depending on where you were coming from. Others come by boat, being washed up the river by a sudden, strange tide or up to the ferry boat dock on the town-side shore of Point Lake. Still others come by train, arriving at Crosspoint Station on the 12:00 train out of... everywhere. And we do mean everywhere.

Time and travel are both controlled by the Crosspoint Hills clock tower. The tall spire rises high above town and chimes the hour for all to hear. Its most enthusiastic chimes, however, come at noon and midnight. These are the magic hours, when the city's magical barriers open and allow travelers in and out. If you try to leave at any other time, you will be unable to -- roads will end, boat anchors will be impossible to lift, trains will not go. If, on the other hand, you happen to be in your car heading out when the clock chimes, you can be on your way.

Helpful staff and townspeople will be glad to tell you when the next magic hour will strike.

One main road runs through the middle of town, aptly named Main Street. Smaller side streets will take you to the various other locations Crosspoint Hills has to offer, but all roads do eventually lead back to Main Street. Main Street leads from one side to the other, seemingly ending abruptly at each edge of town. Shops, diners, and other helpful businesses can be found there. The town also sports a small police station, a radio station, a television studio, a hospital, a small gas station, and other small town accouterments. If you need directions just ask.

The north side of town lives in the shadow of a majestic mountain range. The mountains are cut off from the town by the river that runs along the town border. To the east is a lush forest. At the southern edge of town, the landscape gives way to dry, arid desert. The east side of town sports a sandy beach and dunes that overlook an endless, blue ocean.

Crosspoint Hills is dedicated to being the finest tourist destination in all of anywhere. Welcome to our humble town and we hope you enjoy your stay.

At least until the clock chimes.

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Town Locations
10.4 The Hills - Local radio station.
❂ clock tower - The heart of the town.
❂ CLUB id - The hottest night spot you may or may not remember visiting.
Celluloid Heroes - Local 4 screen theater.
Crosspoint Hills general hospital - The finest medical care available. Also the only medical care available.
Crosspoint Hills police station - Always there to protect and serve.
Crosspoint Hills Railroad Company - Could be your ticket in or your ticket out.
Crosspoint Stop motel - The very best in temporary housing.
ferry dock - Perhaps you prefer to do your traveling on the water?
❂ Gil's All Night Diner - The food is hot, the prices are low, and the zombies are lively.
Good Eatin' diner - Family dining at its very best.
❂ Little Mysteries - Everybody needs somebody sometimes. Your somebody might be waiting for you in the little mysteries pet store.
Max's - The local general store. If they don't have it, they can get it.
Quick Stop - Fuel up your car and your stomach at the Quick Stop gas station.
Shadow Point Apartments - An apartment complex located right in the middle of town with access to all the amenities one could ask for.
Shady Meadows - For those looking for a more permanent living solution, Shady Meadows housing development has just what you're looking for.
❂ Twisted Branch Orchard - This orchard houses trees, vines, and bushes producing all manner of fruits, nuts, and berries.
❂ Twisted Branch B&B - The only B&B with a staff boasting more than 200 years experience between them.
WCXH - The local cable and news station.

note: Locations marked with a ❂ symbol are magical in nature. The rest are more or less average, small town spots.

Additionally, if your character takes a shine to the town and would like to set up some sort of shop or business here and you would like it added to the locations list, feel free to drop a comment on the suggestions page and the mods will be happy to discuss it with you.

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Little Mysteries is a shop catering to the picky pet owner. They have the standard selection of animals one would expect in a small town pet store: puppies, kittens, parakeets, and small critters. If you arrive on a special delivery day, however, you might be lucky enough to find yourself the proud owner of a Mogwai, a miniature giant space hamster, a firelizard, or any number of other exotic creatures not found in your typical pet store.

Proprietor Ms. Francine will be glad to help you choose the best possible pet for yourself. Just ask!