The Marts are Zarash'ak's market. There are a few permanent structures in the district, but there are an uncountable number of semi-permanent stalls, tents, awnings and more than a few blankets placed in the middle of what walk way had been left.
The Marts serve both visitors as well as the local population. As a result on any crowded alleyway that feels like a tunnel under the tarps and awnings, you can find a woman selling vegetables from her garden next to a man who is peddling small geode art ashtrays and they are both across from a tinker that has hundreds of items strewn across his spread blanket, many of which come from other areas of the world.
Main Commondities
Seafood
Agriculture
Spices
Geode products
See
The entire area is one big mass of several permanent structures with a maze of semi-permanent lean-tos, awnings and tents chocking the walkways between them.
You can see a mix of races, from goblinoids to dragonborn, all trying to make a living.
Crowds of people bustle about, their brightly colored clothing a blur of movement.
The market is packed with people from all walks of life.
Wares from as far away as Xen'drik and Sarlona can be found here.
Vendors sell everything from rare magical components to fresh produce.
There are some shadier-looking stalls tucked away in corners, selling items of questionable origin.
The Market is alive with a riot of colors and smells, all vying for your attention.
You see a stall selling ornate and intricate jewelry made from bone, wood, and stone.
You see a display of woven blankets and rugs, each one unique in its design and pattern.
A few stalls down, you see a vendor selling bows and arrows made from the wood of the Shadow Marches.
A nearby stall offers various potions and tonics, each one promising miraculous healing powers.
You see a stall selling ornately crafted musical instruments, each one unique and beautiful.
Hear
The sound of exotic instruments mixes with the cries of the vendors.
The vendors seem to be in a constant state of hustle and bustle, trying to get ahead of their competitors.
You can hear the clattering of pots and pans as street vendors prepare hot meals for customers.
The sound of haggling vendors and bargaining customers fills the air.
The vendors call out to you, offering samples of their exotic spices and fragrant teas.
You see a young couple admiring a necklace made from a shimmering dragonshard geode, lost in their own world.
Smell
The air is thick with the scent of exotic spices and the sound of merchants haggling.
The air is thick with the scent of perfumes, oils, and other fragrances.
You can smell roasting meats and hear the sizzling of food cooking.
First a wiff of dried meats and spices, then you catch a glimpse of a cart selling dried meats and jerky, perfect for a long journey.
Taste
One vendor is selling handmade soap, made with fragrant herbs and essential oils.
The local farmers have brought in their latest crop of fruits and vegetables, each one perfectly ripe and bursting with flavor.
Touch
The sun beats down on the crowded marketplace, creating a hot and stuffy atmosphere.
The crowds are thick, but the locals seem to weave through them with ease.
For Sale
General
Spcices
Pekin Pepper - A spicy pepper with a bright red color and a fruity aroma. Often used in marinades and rubs for meats.
Zarash Cumin - A pungent spice with a slightly bitter taste and a strong aroma. Often used in stews and curries.
Shadow Basil - A sweet herb with a hint of licorice flavor. Often used in soups and salads.
Black Pepper - A versatile spice with a sharp, pungent flavor. Often used in a variety of dishes, from meats to vegetables.
Coriander - A sweet and citrusy spice with a subtle flavor that pairs well with cumin. Often used in spice blends, marinades, and curries.
Cardamom - A warm and spicy spice with a sweet and floral aroma. Often used in baked goods and chai tea.
Bay Leaves - A bold and savory herb with a slightly bitter taste. Often used in soups, stews, and sauces.
Mustard Seeds - A small and crunchy seed with a sharp, pungent flavor. Often used in marinades, dressings, and pickling.
Fenugreek - A nutty and slightly sweet spice with a strong aroma. Often used in curries, pickles, and spice blends.
Tamarind - A sour and tangy spice with a fruity aroma. Often used in chutneys, sauces, and marinades.
Fennel Seeds - A sweet and aromatic seed with a licorice-like flavor. Often used in baked goods and sausages.
Turmeric - A bright yellow-orange spice with a warm, slightly bitter flavor. Often used in curry powder and as a natural food coloring.
Seafood
Zarash Catfish: A large, whiskered fish that lives in the murky waters of the Zarash River. It has a mild, sweet flavor and firm, white flesh.
Marsh Trout: A small, silvery fish that lives in the shallow streams and ponds of the Shadow Marches. It has a delicate flavor and tender flesh.
Razorfin Pike: A long, slender fish with sharp, toothy jaws that lives in the deeper parts of the Zarash River. Its meat is firm and flavorful.
Blackwater Eel: A dark, snakelike fish that inhabits the deep, slow-moving waters of the Shadow Marches. Its meat is oily and rich.
Mud Bass: A stout, bottom-dwelling fish that lives in the mud and sediment of the swamps. It has a slightly muddy flavor but is considered a delicacy by locals.
Swamp Herring: A small, oily fish that is often smoked and dried for preservation. It has a pungent flavor that pairs well with strong spices.
Shadow Trout: A rare, ghostly fish that lives in the darkest depths of the Shadow Marches. Its meat is said to be tender and delicate, with a hint of sweetness.
Bloodfin Catfish: A reddish-orange catfish with sharp barbs on its back and sides. It has a firm, white flesh and a slightly gamey flavor.
Marsh Minnow: A small, silver fish that is often used as bait for larger predatory fish. It has a mild, sweet flavor and tender flesh.
Bullhead Catfish: A squat, armored fish with a round head and stout body. It has a rich, meaty flavor and firm, white flesh.
Red Snapper: A colorful, tropical fish that has made its way to the Shadow Marches via trade routes. It has a firm, white flesh and a mild, sweet flavor.
Spotted Gar: A long, slender fish with a needle-like snout and distinctive spots on its body. It has a strong, meaty flavor and firm, white flesh.
Razor Clams - Long, thin shellfish with a sharp edge that are often used in soups and stews.
Blue Crab - A small, blue-shelled crustacean that is often boiled and served with butter.
Oysters - A bivalve mollusk that can be eaten raw, steamed, or fried.
Lobster - A large, clawed crustacean that is prized for its sweet, succulent meat.
Conch - A large, spiral-shaped shellfish with a firm texture that is often used in salads or stews.
Shrimp - A small, pink crustacean that can be boiled, fried, or grilled.
Clams - A bivalve mollusk that can be eaten raw, steamed, or fried.
Scallops - A bivalve mollusk with a sweet, delicate flavor that can be grilled, sautéed, or fried.
Mussels - A bivalve mollusk that can be steamed, baked, or grilled.
Crawfish - A small, freshwater crustacean that is often boiled with spices and served with corn and potatoes.
Crayfish - A small, freshwater crustacean that is often boiled with spices and served with corn and potatoes.
Prawns - A large, meaty crustacean that can be grilled, fried, or sautéed.
Geodes
Geode sculptures - carving and polishing the geodes to create intricate sculptures in various shapes and sizes.
Jewelry - using the geodes as gemstones for necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and rings.
Decorative bowls - cutting and polishing the geodes to create beautiful and functional bowls.
Candle holders - hollowing out the geodes to create unique candle holders.
Mosaics - using small pieces of the geodes to create colorful and intricate mosaics.
Wind chimes - stringing together polished geodes to create a melodic wind chime.
Bookends - using larger geodes to hold books upright on a shelf.
Wall art - using the geodes in combination with other materials to create wall art.
Terrariums - using small geodes as a centerpiece for a terrarium.
Suncatchers - hanging polished geodes in a window to catch the sunlight.
Drawer pulls - using small geodes as decorative drawer pulls for furniture.
Vases - cutting and polishing geodes to create unique and beautiful vases.
Pendants - using small geodes as the centerpiece for a pendant necklace.
Desk sculptures - using polished geodes to create unique desk sculptures.
Keychains - using small geodes as a centerpiece for a keychain.
Paperweights - using larger geodes as paperweights for desks and tables.
Coasters - using sliced geodes as coasters for drinks.
Misc
Handcrafted wooden carvings, such as figurines and bowls
Leather goods, including belts and pouches
Woven baskets made from reeds found in the Shadow Marches
Brightly colored textiles and fabrics
Local pottery and ceramics
Handmade jewelry crafted from silver and copper
Medicinal herbs and remedies
Rare and exotic plants, including orchids and carnivorous plants
Traditional musical instruments, such as drums and flutes
Decorative masks made from animal hides and feathers
Handmade knives and blades crafted from local metals
Small animal figurines carved from bone or stone
Dried fruits and nuts from the surrounding marshes and forests
Clay figurines depicting local legends and myths
Hand-dyed clothing made from natural dyes
Trinkets and talismans made from local stones and crystals
Spools of colorful thread and yarn for weaving and embroidery.-
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