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The seat of the The Mashayan Dominion and the most impregnable fortress on the continent. From without, all that can be seen are the battlements and high towers of the royal house.

No enemy soldier has ever set foot  here, save those brought in as slaves or messengers. Even those are blindfolded and led from building to building by underground tunnels, so that they can never tell where they are or how the city is shaped.

In secrecy and walls there is much strength here but its main weapon is its sorcerers academy, where men are fused with demons to create unstoppable assassins.

Shops

5 - Bayat Street Groceries  [1,442gp] Shopkeeper: Sima: [HGT: 6ft; WGT: 125 lbs] She is a pale, grinning older woman with short black hair. She has a great interest in reporting unlawful gambling. DRESSED IN: light-brown dress, apron. POSSESSIONS: soiled rag, sheet of vellum, small leather bag with 9sp and 1gp, concealed pouch with precious stones (malachite - 2ea worth 155gp) and (eye agate - 4ea worth 36gp).


  Item              Cost    In Stock     
  Rice 3cp 9  
  Spinach 4cp 1  
  Chard 7cp 1  
  Garlic 1cp 7  
  Beets 6cp 4  
  Cabbage 3cp 9  
  Carrot 1cp 8  
  Goat Cheese 6sp 5  
  Squash 1gp 8  
  Cider 4sp 7  
  Eggs, Pickled (cask) 8sp 2  
  Fish, fresh
5sp 7  
  Fish, Dry, Salted (barrel) 40sp 3  
  Chickpea Flour (10 lbs) 4sp 5  
  Lamb 1gp 6  
  Lemon 5sp 1  
  Lettuce 3cp 1  
  Fava beans (dry)
2cp 9  
  Onion 2cp 1  
  Egg plant
5sp 9  
  Yogurt 4sp 4  
  Turnip 2cp 8  

10 - Bah's Forge [2,428gp] Blacksmith: Bahman: [HGT: 7ft, 2in; WGT: 235 lbs] He is a middle-aged man with short, brown hair and many dark freckles. He uses the wood of the osage to heat his forge. His wares are forever infused with a bitter orange scent, and have a unique texture. The fires of the forge spark with incredible intensity, explaining why Bahman is covered in small freckle-like burns. DRESSED IN: tan shoes, forest-green shorts, tan skullcap, and a light-gray shirt. POSSESSIONS: glass magnifying lens, glass inkpot, files, belt pouch

Metal is rare in this land. Everything is overpriced and under-stocked, but of very high quality.


  Item              Cost    In Stock     
  Chest, Iron, Large 1400gp 1
 
  Chest, Iron, Small 450gp 3
 
  Dagger & Scabbard 150gp 2  
  Helmet, leather 50gp 5  
  Lance 200gp 1  
  Scimitar 750gp 1  
  Shield, leather 50gp 4  
  Spear 100gp 3
 
  Sword, Short & Scabbard 400gp 2
 

11 - Sina'shem Outfits [1,062gp] Tailor: Nader: [HGT: 5ft, 11in; WGT: 190 lbs] He is a middle-aged willowy, out-of-breath man who is fending off a beggar. "No, I won't patch it for free!" He has curly, gray hair with a full beard. He is cautious, but not timid. He specializes in dyes. DRESSED IN: Many-colored robes, a belt of leather. POSSESSIONS: set of wooden teeth, list of reliable guards, leather sack with 8sp and a dye sampler.


  Item              Cost    In Stock     
  Cloth, Cotton (1 sq yd) 1sp 10  
  Cloth, Satin (1 sq yd) 4gp 4  
  Cloth, Silk (1 sq yd) 3gp 6  
  Cloth, Velvet (1 sq yd) 4gp 1  
  Dye Job
5sp 8  
  Gloves, Cloth 2sp 1  
  Gown, Silk 50gp 9  
  Robe, Silk 60gp 5  
  Scissors 5sp 4  
  Sewing Needle 2ep 5  
  Shirt 4sp 6  
  String (50 ft) 1sp 9  
  Thread, Spool 5cp 6  
  Trousers, Light 3sp 7  
  Tunic, Formal 10gp 1  

15 - Saham Alfakiha [2,177gp] Fletcher: Hossein: [HGT: 6ft, 9in; WGT: 188 lbs] He is an overweight, laughing man with an imposing appearance. He has curly hair and a short moustache. He is generally altruistic, but arrogant. He has a great interest in religion.  DRESSED IN: desert boots, a belt with a bronze buckle, light-green pants and a tan shirt. POSSESSIONS: stiff parchment business card, paint brush.


  Item              Cost    In Stock     
  Arrow, stone (12) 10sp 32  
  Ironwood Bow, Composite, Long 100gp 2  
  Ironwood Bow, Composite, Short 75gp 5  
  Osage Bow, Long 60gp 4  
  Osage Bow, Short 15gp 4  
  Leather Quiver (holds 12 arrows) 3gp 6  
  Wicker Quiver (holds 24 arrows) 25sp 10  

26 - Salar Maktaba [398gp] Cartologist: Darya: [HGT: 6ft, 1in; WGT: 151 lbs] She is a pale, sneaky woman who moves very slowly. She has black hair down to her knees. She is creepy, but generally cheerful. She can be perceived as sadistic. She has a pet Drakelet named Little Eda.  DRESSED IN: a gray belt with a platinum buckle, dark-purple dress, black arm-length lace gloves. POSSESSIONS: cloth napkin, silver holy symbol/stilleto.


  Item              Cost    In Stock     
  Book, Parchment (100 pg) 220gp 3  
  Ink (2 oz) 1gp 6  
  Parchment (1 sheet) 4gp 7  
  Quill 2cp 6  
  Scrollcase, Bone 4gp 5  
  Blessed Scroll 5gp 100  
  Vellum (1 sheet) 3sp 2  
  The Unknown Diviner 190gp 1  

29 - Sukran Aygir Tanning [2,772gp] Leatherworker: Shila: [HGT: 6ft, 4in; WGT: 191 lbs] She is a pale, smirking young woman sitting on the ground. She has strikingly red hair, and might be part Orisaar.  She is quite foolhardy in the face of danger. She has a great interest in Madman Spice.  DRESSED IN: dark boots, tan pants, and a blue tunic. POSSESSIONS: onion chips


  Item              Cost    In Stock     
  Backpack, Leather 2gp 10  
  Bag, Leather, Large 15cp 8  
  Bag, Leather, Medium 11cp 3  
  Bag, Leather, Small 7cp 2  
  Barding, Leather 100gp 9  
  Belt, Leather 4sp 10  
  Belt, Leather, Wide 6sp 5  
  Boots, Heavy 2gp 4  
  Boots, High, Hard 2gp 7  
  Boots, High, Soft 1gp 1  
  Boots, Low, Hard 1gp 4  
  Boots, Low, Soft 1sp 2  
  Boots, Soft 1gp 3  
  Archery Glove 8sp 7  
  Cap, Leather 4sp 2  
  Flask, Leather 3cp 6  
  Gloves, Leather 8sp 8  
  Leather Armor 5gp 2  
  Padded Armor 4gp 9  
  Pouch, Belt, Large 4sp 5  
  Pouch, Belt, Small 2sp 5  
  Saddle & Stirrups 10gp 8  
  Saddle Bags, Large 4gp 1  
  Saddle Bags, Small 3gp 2  
  Saddle Blanket 3sp 7  
  Satchel 1gp 10  
  Scrollcase, Leather 1gp 7  
  Sling 5sp 8  
  Sling, Bullets (12) 10sp 5  
  Strap, Leather (3 ft) 10sp 3  
  Studded Leather Armor 15gp 4  

35 - Efrit Alkhashb [424gp] Woodworker: Babak: [HGT: 5ft, 11in; WGT: 141 lbs] He is an expensively dressed, mournful young man smoking a pipe. He has a long moustache. He won this shop at gambling, but lost his family. DRESSED IN: white boots, a red belt with a platinum buckle, a feathered hat, and a green silk tunic. POSSESSIONS: small mirror, wooden spoon, pipe tobacco.


  Item              Cost    In Stock     
  Barrel, Wooden 1gp 60  
  Yacht, Luxury
22,000gp 1  
  Box, Wooden, Large 2gp 13  
  Box, Wooden, Small 1gp 55  
  Bucket, Wooden 3sp 30  
  Cart 50gp 2  
  Cask 5sp 1  
  Chest, Wooden, Large 2gp 31  
  Chest, Wooden, Small 2sp 100  
  Galley, Large 25,000gp 1  
  Galley, Small 10,000gp 2  
  Horse, Cart 15gp 8  
  Lifeboat 900gp 4  
  Raft 50gp 1  
  Wagon, Large 250gp 10  

47 - Hayawanat Lilbaye [2,783gp] Stable Master: Vida: [HGT: 5ft, 6in; WGT: 170 lbs] She is a disheveled, terrified young woman with long, white hair.  She is generally shouting at chickens . DRESSED IN: fur boots and work scrubs. POSSESSIONS: vial of perfume.


  Item              Cost    In Stock     
  Camel Pack/Riding 40gp 6  
  Chicken 3cp 30  
  Cow, Milk 7ep 3  
  Donkey 8gp 3  
  Goat 1gp 3  
  Mule 18gp 3  
  Screwy old nag
20gp 1  
  Reins, Bit & Bridle 2gp 2  
  Stabling (per day) 5sp 6  
  Animal feed (pd)
2sp
20
 

52 - Sahirat Hadia Inn (3sp per night)  [1,011gp] Inn Keeper: Leila Zarquan: [HGT: 6ft, 6in; WGT: 198 lbs] She is a freckled, excitable woman who is having a loud but friendly argument with a customer. She insists that the best time to hunt wolves is in the daytime, but Parviz thinks it is better to go out before dawn. DRESSED IN: brown sandals, white shorts, and a sleeveless tunic. POSSESSIONS: empty glass bottle, acorns (2 ea), concealed pouch with 7sp.


  Item              Cost    In Stock   
  Baghali Polo (Rice With Dill And Fava Beans) 3sp 1
  Zereshk Polo (Barberry Rice) 6cp 8
  Gormeh Sabzi (Green Herb Stew) 1sp 9
  Kebab (Ground Meat) 2sp 4
  Kebab (Lamb Liver) 2sp 7

54 - Turitun Provisioner  [1,717gp] Merchant: Kamran: [HGT: 6ft, 4in; WGT: 181 lbs] He is a muscular, happy man who is accompanied by a servant. He has curly, black hair. He has a great interest in wines and spirits.  DRESSED IN: saffron robe, green sash, red hat. POSSESSIONS: letter from a wanted criminal, gold ring (6 gp).


  Item              Cost    In Stock     
  Bedroll 2sp 3  
  Beeswax 1sp 8  
  Bell, Hand 5gp 8  
  Bell, Small 1gp 2  
  Bellows 1gp 3  
  Blanket 8sp 5  
  Block & Tackle 5gp 6  
  Bowl, Clay 5cp 9  
  Bowl, Pewter 2sp 8  
  Bowl, Silver 2gp 4  
  Bowl, Wooden 3cp 10  
  Brazier 15gp 8  
  Caltrops 1gp 4  
  Candle 1sp 9  
  Canvas (1 sq yd) 1sp 8  
  Chain, Iron, Fine (1 ft) 2gp 5  
  Chain, Iron, Heavy (1 ft) 1gp 8  
  Chain, Iron, Light (1 ft) 15sp 1  
  Chain, Iron, Medium (1 ft) 18sp 1  
  Chalk 1cp 10  
  Charcoal (10 lbs) 2gp 2  
  Climbing Peg 1sp 8  
  Crowbar 2gp 10  
  Cup, Clay 4cp 5  
  Cup, Pewter 2sp 8  
  Cup, Silver 2gp 7  
  Cup, Wooden 2cp 4  
  Dice, Ivory 2ep 10  
  Dice, Ivory (loaded) 4gp 7  
  Dye, Hair 8sp 4  
  Firewood (Osage)
1cp 4  
  Fish Hook 1sp 2  
  Fishing Net (25 sq ft) 1sp 3  
  Flint & Steel 1gp 10  
  Furnace 35gp 9  
  Goblet, Crystal 4gp 4  
  Goblet, Pewter 4sp 6  
  Goblet, Silver 2gp 3  
  Grappling Hook 1gp 8  
  Hacksaw 2gp 8  
  Hairbrush 7sp 6  
  Hammer & Chisel 5sp 8  
  Iron Spikes (dozen) 1gp 4  
  Jug, Clay 1ep 10  
  Kettle, Iron 8gp 9  
  Ladder, Folding (10 ft) 5sp 6  
  Lamp, Bronze 1sp 3  
  Lantern, Bullseye 12gp 6  
  Lantern, Hooded 7gp 7  
  Manacles 5gp 9  
  Metal File 2gp 8  
  Mirror (1 sq/ft) 15gp 3  
  Mirror, Small, Silver 45gp 5  
  Mirror, Small, Steel 20gp 5  
  Oil, Lamp (pint) 1sp 2  
  Padlock with Key 6gp 10  
  Paint (1 gallon) 2gp 10  
  Paint Brush, Large 5sp 7  
  Paint Brush, Small 1gp 9  
  Pick Axe 6gp 10  
  Pillow, Feather 2sp 3  
  Plate, Clay 3cp 8  
  Plate, Pewter 2sp 7  
  Plate, Silver 2gp 1  
  Plate, Wooden 2cp 8  
  Pliers 1gp 5  
  Pole (10 ft) 2sp 7  
  Pot, Iron 5sp 5  
  Razor 1gp 5  
  Rope, Hemp (50 ft) 1gp 4  
  Rope, Silk (50 ft) 10gp 9  
  Shovel 4gp 5  
  Skillet 1gp 4  
  Soap, Bar 2gp 9  
  Spyglass 1,000gp 1  
  Stool, Folding 2gp 2  
  Tent 10gp 6  
  Thief Tools 30gp 7  
  Tinderbox 1gp 10  
  Tongs 4sp 4  
  Torch 1cp 6  
  Twine (100 ft) 8cp 4  
  Waterskin (3 pint) 1gp 10  
  Whetstone 1gp 4  
  Whistle 1gp 1  
  Whistle, Signal 8sp 4  

56 - Hisanqarni Kuraly Music Shoppe  [1,391gp] Musician: Melika: [HGT: 7ft, 2in; WGT: 235 lbs] She is a middle-aged melancholy woman with curly, brown hair.  She is quite perceptive, but comes off as being lazy. She cares not for anything in the world, and wishes she could travel with Elves. DRESSED IN: dark-brown boots, and a light-green dress. POSSESSIONS: small silver holy symbol, apple, torch, small leather bag with 7sp and 5gp, concealed pouch with precious stones (green emerald - 2ea worth 469gp) and (white opal - 5ea worth 307gp).


  Item              Cost    In Stock     
  Chalil 12gp 2  
  Chatzozerah 14gp 4  
  Keren 15gp 11  
  Kinnor 15gp 2  
  Golden Mishrokitha 280gp 1  
  Tambourine 12gp 6  
  Ugar 30gp 7  
  Ironwood Zither 190gp 1  

The Majistir: Imendrith Askari

THE MAJISTIR: [Patriarch of the Most Ancient and Noble Askari Clan, by the Grace of Alsur and the Alder Folk King of the West and Keeper of the Keys of Babalj] Majistir Imendrith Askari: [HGT: 7ft, 8in; WGT: 280 lbs] Imendrith's birth name was Unknown. That name died many years ago by a secret rite. He appears ancient, but well-preserved and strong, with well tanned skin. His eyes appear to be orbs of pure gold. DRESSED IN: A white and purple robe and a crown of colorful blessed scrolls fashioned into an elaborate sentient headdress. He also has functional wings made of beautiful enchanted paper. POSSESSIONS: vial of poison, sling with (14 golden bullets), exsanguinator darts (3), small leather bag with a portkey to his safe room. 


ROYAL GUARD CAPTAIN: [Daemonologist 1st Class] Roya Gankhaki: [HGT: 6ft, 10in; WGT: 195 lbs] She is a woman with curly white hair.  She is studious and driven. She has a great interest in history.  DRESSED IN: brown sandals, a brown belt with a iron buckle, grey robe. POSSESSIONS: treasure map, soiled rag, paint brush. ARMS & ARMOR: 12 blessed vellum scrolls

ROYAL GUARD: [Daemonhost] Nassim 'The Poet' Mostofi: [HGT: 6ft, 2 in; WGT: 210 lbs] Daemonhost (Malignancy 8): Truename: Ziuxxus Graugrioz Empyrean Amriel

The Poet has a mesmerizing voice. It may switch the height and width of any set for a Charm-related roll.

Fight Dice Pool: 8d. Trick weapon: Ghamidi Flystaff (dynamically weighted to serve as either spear or quarterstaff: w+1K AP2 or w+2S, ignores armor)

Charm pool: 6d for most things. 8d for Fascinate.

ROYAL GUARD: [Daemonhost] 'Mad-Eye' Salman Mostofi: [HGT: 6ft, 8 in; WGT: 270 lbs] Daemonhost (Malignancy 7): Truename: Sthruga Iugnolmoi Bethor Yeshamiel

Mad-Eye Mostofi can only see or hear people who are a threat to the caliph. He exudes an aura of pain, so people quickly get out of his way.

Pain Aura: Within 2 yards = 1S/turn to all locations. within 1 yard = 2S/turn to all locations.

Fight Dice Pool: 7d. Trick weapon: Ghamidi Flystaff (dynamically weighted to serve as either spear or quarterstaff: w+1K AP2 or w+2S, ignores armor)

ROYAL GUARD: [Daemonhost] 'Smiling Shad' Shadmehr Taghipour: [HGT: 6ft, 1 in; WGT: 240 lbs] Daemonhost (Malignancy 9): Truename: Vador Khama Iaoth Ramiel

Smiling Shad is invisible at all times, but not silent. It is not known whether he can fly or teleport, but he turns up in all sorts of unlikely places.

Fight Dice Pool: 10d. Stealth (move quietly): 5d.

Authorities - 2nd Narovan Stellar, Quintlets #24 & #25

Technically, there are no public authorities here. The law is enforced by a detachment of the Zerzuran Wordbearers, who use staves, clubs, dogs, and Chartamancy to promote balance and harmony (as elsewhere noted, Mashaya law is not well-understood by outsiders, and they are not subscribers to the Pandect). 

 2nd Narovan Stellar, 24th Quintlet [Peacekeeping Detail] Initiate/Caretaker: Bahareh: [HGT: 5ft, 5in; WGT: 175 lbs] A short and stout young woman with a haughty look about her. Often waves her hand dismissively. POSSESSIONS: rodent skull, brass tacks (8 ea), glass tube, ironwood shortbow (wK, AP1) 5 arrows.


CURATOR: [Khamassid/Cartamancer] Samira Barqabus: [HGT: 7ft, 2in; WGT: 350 lbs] A huge, even-tempered young woman with a prisoner in tow. Pauses frequently in the middle of sentences.  DRESSED IN: The Eightfold Form, a heavy sand-hued panoply with four additional ironwood arms ending in diamond claws. Also, elongated digitigrade legs allow tenacious advances and lethal pounce attacks. The four arms deliver blinding flurries of slashesPOSSESSIONS: wooden brooch, silver arrowhead, knife, small metal box with 3sp and 5gp. ARMS: ironwood staff (wS, ignores armor), 12 blessed scrolls.

Trained Monkey (2, Koro and Roko): Thread 2, wS+1K claw. Movement: 15' per round. Special: Grapple/Restrain (6d). 


GUARD: [Warrior] Atena: [HGT: 5ft, 1in; WGT: 150 lbs] A scrawny, serious young woman talking to herself. Under suspicion due to sleepwalking. DRESSED IN: Wordbearer City Guard Armor.  POSSESSIONS: dart. ARMS & ARMOR: ironwood club (wS+1, ignores armor), silk padded gambeson

Trained Dogs (4): Threat 3, wK bite. Movement: 20’ per round. 


GUARD: [Warrior] Hedieh: [HGT: 5ft, 8in; WGT: 180 lbs] A tanned, sleepy woman riding a mule on patrol. Vacillates at crucial moments. DRESSED IN: Wordbearer City Guard ArmorPOSSESSIONS: brass tacks (14 ea), one-quarter pound sack of oats, bag of berries, small cloth bag with 9cp  ARMS & ARMOR: ironwood staff (wS, ignores armor)

Trained Dogs (4, Lumo, Elch, Apo, and Gremi): Threat 3, wK bite. Movement: 20’ per round. 


GUARD: [Warrior] Manouchehr: [HGT: 5ft, 8in; WGT: 120 lbs] A haughty, shorter old man staying out of the spotlight, at the edge of every crowd. Winks too often. DRESSED IN: Wordbearer City Guard ArmorPOSSESSIONS: message about a rebellion, small metal box with 9sp and 7gp. ARMS & ARMOR: ironwood club (wS+1, ignores armor)

Trained Monkeys (3, Delissa, Devy, and Aina): Thread 2, wS+1K claw. Movement: 15' per round. Special group attack: Grapple/Restrain (6d). 


2nd Narovan Stellar, 25th Quintlet [Peacekeeping Detail] Initiate/Caretaker: Sharareh: [HGT: 7ft, 2in; WGT: 350 lbs] A scarred, furtive but enormous young woman cleaning the guardhouse alleyway. Likes to play games. POSSESSIONS: cloth bag of crushed herbs, wooden wrist sundial, fife, belt pouch with 10sp, ironwood staff (wS, ignores armor)


CURATOR: [Khamassid] Roushanak Eashir: [HGT: 6ft, 4in; WGT: 225 lbs] A well-muscled, indecisive woman who would rather fight than make important decisions. Refers to herself in the third person. DRESSED IN: The Dragonwing Vestments, A sleek crimson and gold-leaf armor set featuring retractable ironwood wings and a dragon-headed helmPOSSESSIONS: deed to a ship, brass knuckles, copper necklace (10 cp), razor, belt pouch with precious stones (red spinel - 1ea worth 391gp). ARMS & ARMOR: ironwood club (wS+1, ignores armor), silk padded gambeson

Trained Monkeys (3, Deona, Kyli, and Iris): Thread 2, wS+1K claw. Movement: 15' per round. Special group attack: Grapple/Restrain (6d). 


GUARD: [Chartamancer] Dorsa:  [HGT: 5ft, 8in; WGT: 180 lbs] A dark-skinned, twitchy woman having a sit down after a long chase. She likes romantic songs, and mumbles a lot. DRESSED IN: Wordbearer City Guard ArmorPOSSESSIONS: small blank cards (19 ea), promissory note (354 gp), pewter holy symbol, small wooden box with 6cp  ARMS & ARMOR: ironwood staff (wS, ignores armor), 7 blessed scrolls.

Trained Dogs (4, Brak, Moltar, Ghostal, and Tansit): Threat 3, wK bite. Movement: 20’ per round. 


GUARD: [Warrior] Fatemeh: [HGT: 6ft, 11in; WGT: 310 lbs] A tall, well-built angry woman riding an expensive-looking horse. She blinks constantly.  DRESSED IN: Wordbearer City Guard ArmorPOSSESSIONS: list of alchemy reagents, fake treasure map, yarrow (2 oz), sling (8 stones). ARMS & ARMOR: ironwood club (wS+1, ignores armor)


GUARD: [Warrior] Peyman: [HGT: 6ft, 6in; WGT: 250 lbs] A sandy-haired, cheerful young man mocking a beggar. Was raised among Altonians. DRESSED IN: Wordbearer City Guard ArmorPOSSESSIONS: tattered map of the area, small blank cards (15 ea), platinum necklace (57 gp), stilleto, belt pouch with 9cp and 9gp. ARMS & ARMOR: ironwood staff (wS, ignores armor)

Trained Dogs (1, Claw): Threat 3, wK bite. Movement: 20’ per round.