The Arcane Blossom
Nestled within the serene and somewhat austere confines of the Veiled Lotus Monastery, the Arcane Blossom is a harmonious blend of monastic simplicity and arcane mystery. It's in a quieter corner of the monastery, accessible through a stone-paved path lined with cherry blossom trees. The shop, made of dark wood and stone, has a modest exterior that belies the wonders within.
Owner
Master Liang, an enigmatic figure with a deep understanding of both monastic traditions and arcane arts, runs the shop. He is a middle-aged man with sharp features, long, flowing white hair, and piercing green eyes. He exudes a calm, observant demeanor, always dressed in a simple robe. He aims to gather and preserve arcane knowledge and artifacts, often venturing into dangerous places to procure them. He's known to be fair but shrewd in his dealings.Theme
The shop's theme is a fusion of monastic austerity and magical abundance. Inside, it feels like stepping into a different realm. The walls are lined with shelves carrying various arcane artifacts, scrolls, potions, and other magical items. Incense burns perpetually, filling the air with a mystical scent. Symbols of the Way of the Long Death and other arcane sigils are subtly integrated into the shop's decor.Purpose / Function
The Arcane Blossom generates extra revenue for the monastery by buying and selling items from travelling adventurers and then taking those items to larger settlements to sell. This is usually done in conjunction with the delivery of Aurora Lotus to various customers.
Valuables
Regular Items
- Wand of Magic Missiles (25 charges): This wand allows the user to cast the magic missile spell at its lowest level without expending a spell slot. Price: 375 gp
- Cloak of Elvenkind: Grants the wearer a +5 competence bonus on Stealth checks. Price: 2,500 gp
- Ring of Protection +1: Grants the wearer a +1 deflection bonus to AC. Price: 2,000 gp
- Bracers of Armor +1: Provides an armor bonus of +1 to AC when worn. Does not stack with worn armor. Price: 1,000 gp
- Potion of Cure Moderate Wounds: Heals 2d8+3 points of damage when consumed. Price: 300 gp
- Bag of Holding (Type I): A small sack that can hold up to 250 pounds, not exceeding a volume of 30 cubic feet. Price: 2,500 gp
- Pearl of Power (1st level): Allows a spellcaster to recall any one spell of 1st level that she has prepared and then cast that day. The spell is then prepared again, just as if it had not been cast. Price: 1,000 gp
- Amulet of Natural Armor +1: Provides a +1 natural armor enhancement bonus to AC. Price: 2,000 gp
- Scroll of Fireball (3rd level): Allows the user to cast the fireball spell at the scroll's caster level. Price: 375 gp
Rare/Unique Items
Note: The item's owner must possess the item continuously for 24 hours before activating the ability.- Gloves of the Artisan: When worn, these gloves grant a +5 competence bonus on a single Craft or Profession skill chosen by the wearer at dawn each day. Rarity: Uncommon, Price: 400 gold
- The Echoing Vial: A potion that, when consumed, allows the user to hear echoes of the past in a specific location. Rarity: Rare, Item Type: Wondrous Item, Price: 700 gold
- Scroll of Forgotten Speech: A scroll containing a language lost to time, capable of awakening ancient magic or communicating with long-gone spirits. Rarity: Uncommon, Item Type: Scroll (Wondrous Item), Price: 500 gold
Architecture
The shop is divided into sections based on item types: potions, scrolls, artifacts, and rare items. There's a private back room for high-value transactions. The counter, where Master Liang usually is, has a few prized items on display, and behind him is a locked cabinet containing rare books and scrolls.
Defenses
Security is discreet yet formidable. Enchanted talismans act as anti-theft devices, and there are hidden wards placed around the shop to detect any unauthorized magical activity. Additionally, some of the more powerful items are kept in magically sealed cases that only Master Liang can open. There are also rumors of a hidden chamber beneath the shop, protected by puzzles and traps.
Tourism
The Arcane Blossom occasionally receives visitors from beyond the monastery. Travelling adventurers or residents from nearby communities will sometimes come to buy and sell wares. Items from people who come to fight in the Challenge Circle and lose, often end up being sold in the Arcane Blossom.
Type
Shop, Magic
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