Songsmith’s Shop

The Songsmith’s Shop: A Bard’s Paradise in the Grand Bazaar

Nestled among the vibrant stalls and bustling alleys of Seregon’s Grand Bazaar, the Songsmith’s Shop is a bard’s dream come true. Whether you’re a traveling performer looking for a new instrument, an aspiring musician seeking enchanted sheet music, or simply someone looking for a custom melody, the Songsmith’s has everything you need to make music magical.

The interior is warm and inviting, with the scent of polished wood and fresh parchment filling the air. Instruments of every kind hang from the walls, and the sound of soft, tinkling music plays constantly, enchanting customers as they browse. The shop is famous for its custom commissions, where bards can request songs tailored to their adventures, and its selection of magically enhanced instruments.

Proprietor: Zilvernoot

The shop is run by Zilvernoot, an eccentric tabaxi bard with gleaming golden fur and an endless love for music. Known for his musical genius and quirky personality, Zilvernoot has traveled the world in search of rare instruments and forgotten melodies. He believes music holds the power to bridge worlds, and his shop reflects that philosophy.

Zilvernoot is always humming a tune or strumming a lute, and is happy to demonstrate any instrument in the shop. Despite his friendly demeanor, he is a shrewd businessman, always keeping an ear to the ground for new trends in bardic magic and instruments.

Instruments and Items for Sale at The Songsmith's Shop

Here’s a curated list of 30 instruments and items available for purchase at The Songsmith’s Shop, including magical ones and instruments of the bards.

Magical Instruments & Items

1. Lyre of the Tabaxi Guide – 6,000 gp
   Summoning a magical guide for 24 hours is a powerful and rare utility, especially for navigating dangerous terrain.

2. Flute of the Serpent Charm – 2,500 gp
   Charming snakes and reptilian creatures for up to an hour makes this a useful, though niche, item.

3. Horn of the Kraken’s Call – 7,500 gp
   The ability to manipulate water and enhance Intimidation checks makes this both versatile and rare.

4. Lute of Mirthful Melodies – 3,500 gp
   Boosting Performance and ending fear or charm effects makes this highly valuable for parties facing such conditions.

5. Bagpipes of Fearsome Fury – 4,000 gp
   Casting Fear in a wide area with a decent save DC makes this a potent crowd control tool.

6. Drum of Thunderous War – 6,000 gp
   Granting advantage on attack rolls to all nearby allies for a round can turn the tide of battle, significantly raising its value.

7. Dulcimer of Soothing Echoes – 2,500 gp
   Casting Calm Emotions to diffuse tense situations or end hostile effects makes this a valuable support item.

8. Pan Flute of Beast Friendship – 4,000 gp
   Casting Animal Friendship and Speak with Animals at will makes this perfect for wilderness-focused adventurers.

9. Shawm of Haunting Echoes – 3,500 gp
   Casting Phantasmal Force once per day to terrify foes adds strategic value.

10. Viol of Echoing Souls – 6,500 gp
    The ability to cast Speak with Dead once per day makes this a rare and highly desirable utility item.

Instruments of the Bards (Named After Dutch Artists)

1. Lute of Rembrandt – 12,000 gp
   Casting Major Image once per day to create vivid illusions aligns with its artistic namesake and justifies the high price.

2. Drum of Vermeer – 9,000 gp
   Granting a +2 bonus to Stealth checks for all nearby allies makes it invaluable for stealthy parties.

3. Flute of van Gogh – 8,500 gp
   Casting Hypnotic Pattern to incapacitate enemies with a dazzling display makes this a powerful combat tool.

4. Horn of Hieronymus – 10,000 gp
   Casting Dimension Door once per day provides unparalleled escape or repositioning utility, increasing its value significantly.

5. Lyre of Frans Hals – 9,500 gp
   Inspiring courage and granting temporary hit points to allies aligns with its heroic theme and battlefield utility.

6. Dulcimer of Escher – 9,000 gp
   Casting Mirror Image for defensive purposes makes this an excellent tool for survival in combat.

7. Shawm of Rembrandt – 10,000 gp
   Casting Daylight once per day, useful for countering darkness and undead, makes this a valuable item for adventuring parties.

8. Bagpipes of Jan Steen – 7,500 gp
   Casting Confusion to disrupt enemy ranks aligns with its chaotic theme and battlefield effectiveness.

9. Pan Flute of Bosch – 8,500 gp
   Creating Hallucinatory Terrain for battlefield control or deception once per day is highly versatile.

10. Viol of Willem Kalf – 9,000 gp
    Summoning a phantom orchestra to cast Invisibility once per day gives this a strong mix of thematic and practical value.

Other Notable Items

1. Enchanted Sheet Music – 300 gp per page
   A temporary bonus to Performance (+1 for 1 hour) is inexpensive yet useful for bards and performers.

2. Custom Song Commission – 1,500 gp
   Tailored enchanted music provides roleplay value and potential in-game benefits, justifying the increased cost.

3. Tuning Fork of Harmony – 800 gp
   Perfect tuning and a temporary Performance boost with advantage make this a handy tool for bards and musicians.

Summary Table of Adjusted Prices

The Songsmith’s Shop is the perfect place for any bard looking to enhance their musical prowess or pick up a rare instrument before their next grand performance or adventure!