Chapter 5: Return to the Surface

Vault of Sages
"A tale for another time, perhaps?" The old man says, before turning to his book, "If I could have your name, I'll check you in and send for an expert to look at the little guy."

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Gerard's Jewelry
Gerard takes the bracelets and holds them up to the light, then knocks on them, obviously listening for something. He gives a couple of 'mmm' and 'aah' sounds before looking at Xeliss again, "I'll give you 125, and that's being generous." he says.

Hunter meanders around the shop, seeing many different types of jewelry, all in glass cases. On thing that catches her eye is a gold necklace with a large opal set at the end, surrounded by small diamonds.

"125 is my final offer," he says firmly, "And it's a fairer deal than you'll find anywhere."

Shopping!
Gerard leads Xeliss over to the counter and proceeds to count out the gold, placing it in a large pouch before handing it over in exchange for the bracelets.

"Good day," he says as he turns to the horse-man, hesitating only slightly before he looks the gem over, "Hmm... not a very good quality cut, but I suppose I could give you eight pieced of gold for it."

Xeliss guesses the gem to be worth about 10 gp

Vault of the Sages
"It's good to meet you, Master Oakshoulder," the clerk says, writing your name in the log, "If you would, please follow me."

He allows you through the gate and through several rows of shelves to a man who is very intently studying a book titled, Dragons: Friend or Food?

"This is Alex Fronoz, resident specialist on rare beasts," the clerk states. The sound of his voice in the otherwise silent area, startle the man and he nearly drops the book he is reading. Once he has it secure, he breathes out a relieved sigh. "Alex, this is Elfog Oakshoulder, and he has questions about the fascinating beast upon his shoulder."

Alex peers at Beard for a moment and then smiles, "Fascinating..." he mumbles, walking around you to peer at the lizard from all different angles.

Shopping
An attendant approaches Hunter, seeing her interest in the fabulous pendant, "Ah, I see that you've noticed Elayna's Sorrow, yes? Are you, perhaps, interested in purchasing it?""

Shopping
"Yes, the name of the pendant is Elayna's Sorrow, owing to the legend surrounding it. Young girl doted on by a noble lover, cast aside when she was scarred in a farming accident. The story goes that, on the day of his wedding, she threw herself to her death at the ceremony, wearing only this pendant that he had gifted to her."

Shopping
"Well, it is quite beautiful, and people love items with a story behind them. Not to mention that it contains some sort of magical enchantment, though we aren't quite sure what," the attendant says.

Vault of the Sages
"It appears that this little guy is a rare breed from the Underdark," Alex says absently, as if speaking to himself mostly, "Likely growing quickly... Any changes in coloration? No, probably not this soon."

He stops his inspection, "Indeed, fascinating. Never seen one in person!" he chuckles, "I'd guess it's going to get about this high," he places his hand just above waist level, which is about the middle of your chest, "Sticky feet, useful for climbing sheer walls and walking on ceilings."