The Stumbling Giant Tavern and Inn has been renovated more times than its owner Mother Aran can count. Matron Calista waits on customers while maid Jess pours drinks and listens closely for any tales of adventure. Wilf, son of Aran serves as the ostler. Wilf, Calista, and Jess have many ties to the community as Wilf is courting one of the older Lum grandchildren, and Calista, sister-in-law to Rafe the smith and sibling of Cob the hunter is married to Andre, one of the keep's guards. In addition, they know more about all the travelers who frequent Restwell Keep on their way along the North road.