Baldur's Gate : The Sword Coast Chronicles : NWN2 Persistent World

*Carl sets up his Merchant stall and lines it with many goods of all types before boisterously calling out to the crowd*

'Ere now! You want it? I got it, that's sure as certain, you mark my words! Weapons, Armor, Accessories! Many things any discerning adventurer might find useful! All reasonable offers of coin and trade will be accepted! Got me some special stock this time which is subject to acceptance of a trade fer goods of equal or better quality. If you're want is to remain anonymous that's fine by me, but your bid'll still be listed to allow for counteroffers!

*His goods are set out in tidy rows for any potential customers to easily discern and are marked with the expected benefits of each piece*

Trade only items [th]Item[/th][th]Properties[/th][th]offer/sold?[/th][tr][td]Epic Short Sword of Quickness[/td][td]+4 EB / +1d4 Electrical / Haste (10) 1/day[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr] Quality Weapons: [table][th]Item[/th][th]Properties[/th][th]offer/sold?[/th][tr][td]Mithral Mirror[/td][td]+3 EB / Damage 1 (Bludgeoning) / SR: 24 / Material: Mithral[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Pins Dagger[/td][td]+2 EB / Damage 1-4 (Acid) / Bonus Feat: Sneak Attack (+1d6)[/td][td]SOLD[/td][/tr][tr][td]Feywarden Crossbow[/td][td]+2 AB / +5 AB (vs. Orcs)[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Light Hammer[/td][td]+4[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Scythe[/td][td]+4[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Halberd[/td][td]+4[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Katana[/td][td]+4[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Monk Hand of Lan'Kuth[/td][td]+2 EB / Bonus Feat: Weapon Focus (Kama) / Damage 1 (Electrical) / +1 DEX and WIS / Displacement(9) 1/day[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][/table]

Quality Armors [table][th]Item[/th][th]Properties[/th][th]offer/sold?[/th][tr][td]Reflexive Breastplate[/td][td]Reflex Saves +4 / ASF +15%[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Steel Full Plate[/td][td]+3 EB / +5 HP / Weight Reduction 20% (Weighs 10 Lbs.)[/td][td]15,000[/td][/tr][tr][td]Hearth Shield (small)[/td][td]+3 AC (shield) / Resistance: Fire 15/-[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Helm of the Favored[/td][td]Bonus Slot: FS (4) / Acid Immunity: 10% bonus / Save vs. Disease +3[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Charismatic Helm[/td][td]EB CHA +3, CON +1[/td][td]SOLD[/td][/tr][tr][td]Greater Gauntlets of Protection[/td][td]+3 AC (Deflection)[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Hands of Takkok[/td][td]+2 STR / Use: Bulls Strength (3) 1/day[/td][td]SOLD[/td][/tr][tr][td]Enhanced Dodge Boots[/td][td]+3 AC (dodge) / +1 CON, WIS / Poison Saves +2[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][/table]

Other Quality Items [table][th]Item[/th][th]Properties[/th][th]offer/sold?[/th][tr][td]Girdle of King Violos[/td][td]+2 AC (Deflection) / Use: Bears Endurance 1/day[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Improved Belt of Deflection[/td][td]+3 AC (deflection) / +1 save vs. cold / +3 save vs. divine[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Amulet of Intelligence[/td][td]+3 INT[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Amulet of Strength[/td][td]+3 STR[/td][td]25,000[/td][/tr][tr][td]Amulet of Constitution[/td][td]+3 CON[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Greater Cloaked Amulet[/td][td]+2 AC (Natural) / Skill Bonus: Hide/Move Silently +3[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Paladin's Chain[/td][td]+2 AC (Natural) / +3 AC vs. Slashing (Nat.) / Bonus Spell: Paladin (4)[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Pendant of the Pious[/td][td]+1 AC (Natural) / +3 WIS / Use: Divine Favor (5) 1/day / Useable by Monk, Cleric, UMD[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Ironskin Ring[/td][td]+2 AC (deflection) / Bonus Feat: Toughness[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Ring of Might[/td][td]+2 CON and STR / Resistance: Cold 5/-[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][tr][td]Purple Dragon Ring[/td][td]+1 Saves (Universal) / +2 saves vs. poison / Light (5) - Unlimited Uses[/td][td]N/A[/td][/tr][/table]


///All bids subject to acceptance and will be considered sold 2 days after they're placed unless a higher bid is placed or the offer is too low to accept.

*Carl stands and looks out over the farmlands scanning for potential customers*

Odilon, of the Coast Way Adventuring Company and Guardian of the Mnemonicon, arrives to the seller's stand, with a certain haste in his step. He face showing a mix of concern, disappointment and expectation.

"My good seller...my good seller!" he exclaims with emotion. "Have you forgotten to keep your word?"

Odilon places his hands on his hips. "You have previously surmised that I, Odilon, am by far the best customer you will ever find in acquiring texts of antiquity, rarity, and beauty!" Odilon huffs.

"Nonetheless...I cannot argue what cannot be changed in a person...but I can argue is price for what I may collect. I shall take your entire stock, yet...for the price of 600 coin."

*Carl stares blankly at Odilon for a few moments, mouth agape. He then shakes his head, giving Odilon his best (meaning greasiest) smile*

Of course you are most right Master Odilon, how could I possibly forgotten your patronage of my rare book collection. Hmmmm, please understand I have only recently returned from a long trip - the life of a Merchant is all too full of those, I'm afraid - and well, I suppose I'm still a bit addled from the bouncing of the wagon over all those leagues.

*He pauses a moment, thinking*

I tell you what, kind sir. I've recently acquired the 5th Essay on Shadowdale and will be happy to add it to the lot for no extra charge...to ensure your future patronage, of course. Six hundred coins of gold and the lot is yours, with my apologies, yes?

"Shall I tell you what I think, my good seller? I shall, indeed. Your generosity impresses me, so I shall think nothing more of your error in making first offer to me, in the beginning. Yes, we shall make this deal, and be square for future transactions."

Odilon fumbles on his waistbelt, looking for the right pouch that must be his coin purse.

*Ambling in from the south to resupply, a robed figure approaches with interest piqued*

*Bastian states flatly, eyes smiling*

"I would be glad to relieve you of the Mining pick"

*offers 5 bags reluctantly*

An old man arrives at the farmlands and passes by Carl's stall. One of the items on display catches his attention.

"Ahh. Not a bad piece of craftmanship. But the price is rather steep. Perhaps I could persuade you to lower it some. I would be willing to offer a great 13,000gp for the Handaxe (+4)."

*Carl stares at the man for several long seconds, possibly considering his offer*

Nay, nay... I couldn't take such a loss on the piece, but I tell you what, good sir... If you are willing to open with a bid of say... fifteen bags, and no one else betters your offer, I'll be happy to part with it at that price. I've come nearer to your ask then my own profit margin allows, but what say you?

The old man gives Carl a toothless smile.

"You have a deal, good fellow. Fifteen bags it is."

Tobe walks past, stops and turns to inspect the goods on sale.
After a few minutes he turns to Carl and speak "the morning star interests me, I see you have a guide of two and one half bags. I feel generous, I will offer three bags. What do you say?"

*Carl polishes the head of a hand axe, seeking the toothless old man for delivery and nods to Tobe, giving him an attempt at a friendly smile*

Business being what it is these days I say ye bought yourself a fine weapon

/// Might be in game a bit today for delivery. Let me know your play times and we can try to meet up. If not then sometime this week.

Carl Withers: *gives a faux bow, staring greedily at Odilon's coin purse* Ah my friend! I have your books right here!

Odilon: What did we agree for a price? I have been quite preoccupied for some time....*he fumbles with his coin purse...and bumps into Carl*

Carl Withers: *eyes shift back and forth* Hrmmm... 650 was it?

Odilon: That sounds right...but alas, recent affairs have lowered my accounts. But here...this should do....*hands Carl a small gem*

Carl Withers: *eyes the gem greedily* Yes! Err, ummm...yes, yes, that will do.

Odilon: Thank you....*starts looking through the books with haste...forgetting Carl is there*

Carl Withers: *smiles widely at Odilon* You sir, are a scholar AND a gentlemen!

EDIT: Carl Withers: *scampers off cackling about the absentminded scholar*

//

///updated first post with current list of goods being offered for sale/trade.

Tad would notice Carl's stall, and browse wares for some time, with almost nothing apparently catching his eye. Almost turning to leave, he reconsiders in last moment, and thinks a bit more looking at particularly thin-looking suit of armor. Then he speaks to Carl.

"Thin one thing is looking a bit unusual, even if defensive grade are not high, and it requires some special qualities to wear, but maybe in future I could think of good use for it. So I can offer 7 bags for it now. How about that? Name's Tad".

//7 bags on Light weight Full Plate

Carl looks a Tad for a few moments, perhaps considering before giving a brief nod

"I'd hoped ta get a few more coin fer it, but the offer's fair enough. If no one offers better in the next couple a days the suit is yours"