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These Djinn are cunning on a level we can not fathom, Avoid them at all costs, they are the demons of this world, that is what the Magus said. Nothing I have seen has lead me to doubt these words.

"Look at them.. Cowards. Too afraid to do what is necessary. Too afraid to put you to use. They are undeserving.."

These words still echo in my mind. There is truth in them, but I am not prey, I am a predator. That is how I was trained, that is who I am, I will not be cowed.

Opportunity soon presents itself, but do I  want it? I find myself wanting more, though I shouldn't. Or should I..

A decisive victory by design and the Conclave's contribution was decisive. We shall have to put our prices up come next election. I'm starting to wonder though if the election even meant anything, Lujayn's been awfully quiet and just made Faith her prelate, maybe she is thinking of stepping aside. Faith wants to speak with me, but didn't seem happy about it, I suppose we'll see.
 
Dunstan went and spent all his wealth on those ridiculous bracers, I suppose he at least uses his wealth, I do not know what to do with what I have, is it truly mine?

At some point I must make a decision, we must offer something to Ephia's Well, a commitment. Something to show we are invested and not simply leeches here to drain her dry. But then I again ask myself, are we not? I do not like the idea of putting everything into a single investment but we are at a crossroads and if we wish to progress, decisions must be made one way or the other.

The Gellemede's must be smiling. It is the lies that we tell ourselves and convince us that their true that are the real work of the gods, for how could we be so stupid as to fool ourselves? There is much of this this election season, it tends to bring it out, perhaps this is part of the experiment.

Greed has prevailed and dinar has flowed, baring any complications the Magus will be pleased with our work. Though more and more he is refusing to be seen, what could he possibly be working on. It is not my place to ask, but I find myself more and more in his absence questioning things, that I would not once have considered.

Maybe I can thrive without him.

Condottiera,

I usually deal with Balestriere Kaz, though he has been absent of late. As such, I've been negotiating a contract with, or rather trying to with Recluta Avelino.

My most recent contract was spurned by him with no attempts at re-negotiating for seemingly no clear reason, so I would like to discuss the topic with you regarding the upcoming election. I'm sure this was simply an oversight on your Recluta's part as I do not think you're in the business of turning away free dinar.

Let us speak soon.

Enmur, Ashen Conclave

"Live and drink."
Such a simple phrase and one that I have come to enjoy. A precursor to avoiding unnecessary conversation and a means of ending unnecessary conversation.

A rare observation made, a peek behind the curtain; this experiment is designed to keep us blind and occupied. The Sultan is a commendable figure, it is difficult to not respect his ambition. Meanwhile our legates bicker like children. At least it is a profitable system.

Another election and opportunities abound. Dinar shall flow to our pockets as it always does.

Dunstan is up to something. He has earned the benefit of the doubt though. Got to watch out for these liars though, less I be deceived. Maybe he can replace Mansur.

Amani,

As I said in the meeting, stop by the trade hall and see me and we can discuss this.

Enmur, Ashen Conclave

The master has commanded me to take over opperations while he seals himself away to study in his dusty tomes. I keep these records to remind myself. I know that I shouldn't but this place has changed me and I shall accept my punishment if they are found.

It is difficult to keep track of everything and as the Conclave grows, I find myself ill equipped to handle many of the duties I have been assigned. I have decided to recruit and allocate these tasks to others, it is difficult because this requires trust and that is not something I am permitted to exercise. 

I will follow a simple process, if they fail to provide more then they take, then they shall be cut loose. But that in itself comes with problems. Loose ends. At least that is something I am proficient at handling.  An assessment of potential assets will be crucial in keeping this to a minimum. So far I have been impressed by those who I have chosen, but  I expect I will make a mistake sooner or later.

The Government has granted my request and now commands my services as much as the Magus. I wonder if they truly understand what that means. Vellyn knows what I am and I find our exchanges straight forward, Lujayn on the other hand is more difficult to interact with. I do not know if she will make the hard decisions required of her station. It hardly matters so long as our investments pay off, we are committed now.

In a world of lies it is difficult to see the truth, yet there is one who has seen through my lies, and I know they know the truth. It shouldn't be possible, but perhaps there was some truth in what they said. I am what I was made to be, but this world has broken me. I can not speak up, or I will lose this independence that I have grown accustom to. I know no other way to live and many would kill to have what I have. The work will keep me distracted from such thoughts. I am obedient. What should it matter that things have changed here. The emptiness is being filled with something, but I know not what.

I can only wonder if Mansur sought an escape from this life.

So one thing I have noticed having run the trade hall for a while is with long term pcs being so prevalent, a lot of wares just end up living in storage forever until the next PC purge event, so a large portion of the player base is largely uninterested what you have to sell because they've seen it all before. I want to propose something that keeps things interesting, provides trade hall owners with a gold sink as a means of importing goods and keeping things interesting offering unique wares seen nowhere else in the module.

I don't know how easy this is to do, as I don't know if DM's can auto generate loot otherwise might be too much work (which would prob be the easiest way) but I think it would be cool for the trade hall to be able to import unique goods by investing X amount of gold representing trade with outside sources, and receive some unique wares to sell that you won't see on quest drops. I thought similar to how the alchemy reagents delivery system use to work where you would pay gold and receive your delivery in so many days.

You could even make it involve more people like you receive an item placing your order and you have to send pcs (using this item) to go and pick it up and deliver it, collecting the goods from the appropriate source. Loot could be themed based on where you are importing it from etc.

Something like this as well does not have to be limited to the trade hall, I expect a system like this could be use for various other things as well, e.g. Owner of the restaurant can import cooking supplies, Drug dealers importing drugs and so on.

Ps: Everyone loves looking at new loot.

Legates,

I thank you for you elevating me to the position you have entrusted me with and assure you, that you and the well shall benefit from this decision, as it has already done so in an unofficial capacity. We should meet soon and discuss any immediate needs outside of the ongoing projects I am currently investigating.

I do need to raise an immediate issue as well regarding the wage I have been assigned. Unless you have revisited my initial proposal and the duties you wish performed, it is insultingly low for what I shall be doing and the expenses that I shall bear. I did not raise this matter prior, so I trust there shall be room for discussions on this.

- Enmur

Legate,

Your league official called you out for being indecisive and not using your power to enact you will, I hope that you intend to prove her wrong.

My proposal remains and I await a response, I am away on business for the week ahead but I expect an answer when I return otherwise I shall have to look to invest my time and efforts elsewhere.

- Enmur Faranos

Going away this week so Enmur won't be back until 31st the earliest

*This letter is re-sent, hand delivered to the Legates office*

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Legate,

I was ambushed in the streets by the Legion and Tower, I'm told at your orders.

I require an explanation, as I thought we had an understanding.

I would much rather work with you, as I have expressed, though these actions make me question such.

I am greatly frustrated by these events and hope there is a reasonable explanation that shall be forthcoming.

-Enmur

* A follow up letter is sent to Lujayn *

Legate Lujayn,

It has been some time since I made my initial proposal and while I am sure you are more then busy with your newly appointed position, I believe that I can help ease at least some of your burdens with my proposal.

My time is quite valuable just as yours is, and I would like a direct answer as soon as possible. My preference is to use my talents to aid the state however if my services are not required, then I have other employment opportunities to pursue.

Let us be allies and thrive together, let this period of peace and prosperity endure your tenure.

- Enmur

Can always app for a relic if you felt your pc earned it