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==Wares== | ==Wares== | ||
===Original Listing from 2008=== | |||
;a [[Sceptre of Aqueous Mastery]] - 10mc : The Sceptre of Aqueous Mastery is a two-foot long wand carved from the white tusk of a Eusian Geryas. The sceptre is covered in carved symbols of power in a flowing script that glow a sharp azure. The light from the sigils pulses faintly in time with the pulsing of an amorphous globule of water that swirls and shifts around the tip of the sceptre. The size of a fist, the sphere of water is obviously the magical heart of the sceptre. | ;a [[Sceptre of Aqueous Mastery]] - 10mc : The Sceptre of Aqueous Mastery is a two-foot long wand carved from the white tusk of a Eusian Geryas. The sceptre is covered in carved symbols of power in a flowing script that glow a sharp azure. The light from the sigils pulses faintly in time with the pulsing of an amorphous globule of water that swirls and shifts around the tip of the sceptre. The size of a fist, the sphere of water is obviously the magical heart of the sceptre. | ||
;a [[artefact pipes|diamond pipe]] - 9mc : Rich, dark wood from the cocobola has been carved into a thick, well-made pipe. Tiny kawhe beans have been delicated embedded to the bowl of the pipe, and carefully petrified to maintain their shape even with heavy use. The bowl itself is curved, wide inside to contain embers and herbs, but closely tied to prevent too much air burning it fast. When lit, the kawhe beans release a heady, aromatic scent, filling the air with a slightly nutty aroma. | ;a [[artefact pipes|diamond pipe]] - 9mc : Rich, dark wood from the cocobola has been carved into a thick, well-made pipe. Tiny kawhe beans have been delicated embedded to the bowl of the pipe, and carefully petrified to maintain their shape even with heavy use. The bowl itself is curved, wide inside to contain embers and herbs, but closely tied to prevent too much air burning it fast. When lit, the kawhe beans release a heady, aromatic scent, filling the air with a slightly nutty aroma. | ||
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;a violet crystalline vase - 1mc : Slender and graceful, a fluted column of crystal rises from a narrow base to a broad lip, forming a gorgeous vase. Made of flawless crystal, the vase's surface is cut into countless smooth facets, each refracting even the most minute light into dazzling rainbows of colour. Suspended within the vase are a dozen seeds, swirling in an unidentifiable substrate that emits an intoxicating aroma of jasmine and sage. | ;a violet crystalline vase - 1mc : Slender and graceful, a fluted column of crystal rises from a narrow base to a broad lip, forming a gorgeous vase. Made of flawless crystal, the vase's surface is cut into countless smooth facets, each refracting even the most minute light into dazzling rainbows of colour. Suspended within the vase are a dozen seeds, swirling in an unidentifiable substrate that emits an intoxicating aroma of jasmine and sage. | ||
;a [[trader's satchel]] - 1mc : Black leather forms this small satchel, sewn into a wide rectangle. Embroidery threads of silver and gold pick out images of metal bars over the supple surface, while more colourful strings outline bits of cloth, rope, bone, and other commodities used in crafting. | ;a [[trader's satchel]] - 1mc : Black leather forms this small satchel, sewn into a wide rectangle. Embroidery threads of silver and gold pick out images of metal bars over the supple surface, while more colourful strings outline bits of cloth, rope, bone, and other commodities used in crafting. | ||
===6-1-2012 Update=== | |||
;a bar of [[pumice soap]] - 2mc : Aromas of coconut and orange gently escape this bar of pumice soap, its soft texture belying its prodigious cleaning power. Barely noticeable traces of a gritty texture protrude from the bar, remnants of the fine grains of pumice generously incorporated into the soap. Colourful streaks of yellow, orange, and tan are woven throughout, hinting at the floral ingredients used to provide not only a pleasant aroma but also a powerful grime-cutting effect. | |||
;[[obfuscated crystal vial]] - 3mc : This delicately fluted vial is formed from smooth crystal of indeterminate origin. Its base is rounded, its shape tapering inward and upward until it terminates in a slightly flared lip. The outer surface possesses a gently striated quality reminiscent of running water. Shadow and light play within the grooves and ridges, obscuring the vial's contents and obfuscating the true size of its interior. A crystal stopper in the shape of an inverted teardrop fits perfectly in the opening atop the container. | |||
;a [[polished skull]] - 7mc : The size of this skull indicates that the corpse from which it was taken was either a child's, or of a humanoid race of diminutive size. The length of the teeth, intact within the jaw save for a few, would suggest the latter. Though yellowed with age, the bones of the skull have been polished to a dull shine. A single ruby gleams malevolently betwixt the eye sockets, the sole decoration upon the skull. | |||
;a blooming rose [[scented letters|perfume bottle]] - 2mc: Unfurling rose quartz petals bloom and curl away from the central repository, each exquisitely-carved curve blushing faintly at the top and deepening shade towards its base to a fulsome pink. Embedded into the cool stone, slick topaz beads mimic droplets of moisture on the blossom, the clear gems permitting a peep at the silvery liquid coating the phial's interior. A flutter of rose gold leaves backing the bottle discretely hides the stopper, and a slinking chain laden with rosebud charms completes the perfume bottle, tinkling and twinkling as it moves. | |||
;a [[pitted ankh]] - 5mc : Corrosion smears burnt shades of orange along this ankh's length, neither its wide hoop nor its sturdy arms granted reprieve from the rusty taint. Glinting beneath the flaking scales, the occasional flash of steel divulges a sense of the ward's original appearance, and imprinted finger marks nobble its foot, leaving a row of depressions in the metal. Thick and bristly, a braided twine cord slips through a puncture in one end for convenience, enabling the ankh to be worn. | |||
;an aquamarine cologne bottle - 2mc : Geometric facets slash through the luminous aquamarine phial, its triangular shape tapering sideways to an off-kilter apex. Though the complex design leans improbably, the smooth curve of a chalcedony dropper pierces into the bottle's interior as a clever counter-weight and keeps it safely anchored on its flat base. Distinctly blue and unwavering, the liquid within lights the vessel from the inside out, casting a tinted glow through the precious stone, and a sable leather thong artistically wraps about the entire cologne bottle for convenient handling. | |||
;an [[Aeonic hourglass]] - 2mc : Fashioned from obsidian, the stand of this hourglass securely holds its bulbs in place. Three legs, gently twisted into tight spirals, cradle the bulbs in a protective cage, constantly pulling the two circular bases together and keeping the ever-shifting tension in equilibrium. Scarcely refracting the light, the glass is frailly thin, appearing non-existent unless tilted at just the right angle. Fine granules of crystal fill the bulbs and provide a means of time-keeping in this majestic object. | |||
;a [[golden honeycomb]] - 9mc : An intricate lattice of golden beeswax formed of hundreds of hexagons hangs here, the viscous fluid dripping from it like concentrated liquid sunlight. | |||
;a [[scrying bowl]] - 6mc : Flowing script encircles the outer rim of this silver bowl, the elegant symbols glowing with a low, blue light. Flowing symbols cover the exterior, and the sloped interior is polished to a perfect, mirror-like surface. Sloshing about within the container is pure, crystalline water. | |||
;a standstone stationery kit - 1mc : Muted hues of gold and rose create this stationery kit, its surface polished smooth until the layers of colour give a luminous shine. Crackled through the lid, stained amber and crimson faults of quartz sparkle, their intricate facets reflecting any light with a prismatic flare. Decorating the edge, deep engravings of runic symbols leave the surface feeling rough. A small hidden compartment filled with ink is carefully incorporated into the side, with a discreet groove that holds a small, feathered quill. A diffused golden light radiates from this kit, imparting it with a palpable aura of magic. | |||
;a [[pirate's eyepatch]] - 2mc : Assembled from a stiffly starched section of black sailcloth with two long pieces of string attached to each end, this eyepatch has been constructed for its effectiveness rather than fashion appeal. While new in appearance, the unmistakable smell of the sea clings to the very fibres of the fabric. Any pirate worth his salt wouldn't be without this essential piece of attire. | |||
;a [[portable potbellied stove]] - 5mc : Crafted from sturdy iron and standing on three stout little legs, this potbellied stove is the perfect way to cook food away from home. A tiny grated oven door at the front and a flat surface on top enable the cook to prepare meals in several ways. Curved iron handles adorn each side, allowing the stove to be carried when required. | |||
;a [[leather falconry jess]] - 4mc : A slender loop of leather twists around itself in a double band before trailing away into a dangling strand. Pliant to the faintest touch, the painstakingly treated hide flexes with ease, its supple texture designed for the comfort of its avian wearer. Strategically placed slits allow for the adjustment of the jess around the ankle of a falcon, and a simple bronze button serves to fasten it to the glove of its companion. Tooled with exquisite care, the merest flicker of a miniscule wing tip or faintly etched talon flashes along its length. | |||
;an [[ornamental magnifying glass]] - 6mc : An embellished carving of smooth onyx serves as the handle of this tool, with elegant scrollwork providing some traction on its slender grip. A dark hand is sculpted atop the handle, with long and feminine fingers holding a large circle within its grasp, though the frame is lacking a lens. Counter-weighting the base of the handle is a small silver sphere inscribed with the stylised image of an eye. | |||
;a [[stardust flask]] - 10mc : Approximately four inches tall, this flask takes the shape of a six-pointed star. Masterfully crafted from transparent glass, the vessel is completely void of faults or flaws, allowing a completely unobstructed view of the shimmering contents inside. Iridescent swirls of fine, coloured dust fill the branches of the star, shifting in hue as the light strikes at different angles. A small stone as black as the night sky occupies the centre of the flask, its shape perfectly matching the centre of the glass. | |||
;a [[badge of returning]] - 5mc : Fashioned from platinum and polished to a bright sheen, this badge is crafted of two interlocking pieces. The inner section is engraved with an equine figure, and has been attached in such a fashion that it can be spun on its axis, creating the illusion that the figure is running in place within the larger, outer piece. Runes in ancient Aldar have been engraved around the rim of the badge and inlaid with gold. | |||
;a [[Veil of Libertine]] - 2mc : Hanging from a simple silver band which encircles the brow, a mesh of fine silk threads forms a net to partially obscure the wearer's features. Though close examination shows the filaments to be black as coal, the smallest movement makes them shimmer with a variegated iridescence bordering on the ethereal. Tiny glass beads with the same intangible coruscation weigh down the bottom edge of the shroud. | |||
;a [[stone flowerpot]] - 5mc : This flowerpot is simply crafted, its squared shape carved from a single block of dark, heavy stone. The soil within is rich but also rocky, scattered with small white pebbles that form a stark contrast with the ebon dirt. | |||
;a [[plump, incandescent pillow]] - 5mc : Possessing no sense of solidity, inexplicably thin threads of silk coalesce into a delicate, plump pillow. Glittering tendrils of vapour twist and twirl within the translucent fabric, the smooth, individual movements entwining into a soothing dance that lulls the mind with its hypnotism. With each subtle shift, the vapour erupts in a burst of effulgent light, casting an eternal, flickering glimmer. | |||
;a [[mahogany hand vice]] - 3mc : This robust hand tool possesses a functional elegance. A pair of thick, steel jaws wrap about a central unit of metal, clamped into place with a heavy spindle that penetrates each block through the centre. Finely corrugated, the edges of each jaw ensure a solid grip, whilst a smoothly moulded prism allows any obscure shape to be conquered. Held secure via thick bolts, a dark mahogany handle extends from the metal tool, the rich wood thickly varnished and buffed to a high shine. | |||
;a [[drop of Yen-Sorte's blood]] - 7mc : Shed by the peerless Aldar armsmaster Yen-Sorte in the War of Humanity, time and providence have preserved this droplet of blood perfectly. Glimmering a deep, rich crimson in the light, the blood is crystalised, resembling a priceless teardrop ruby. Its surface is smooth and slightly warm to the touch, without facet or flaw, and it refracts the ambient light perfectly, surrounding itself in a soft halo of diffused claret radiance. | |||