Posts from ☀️ Arselia and Akonia

— Welcome to Margel, esteemed guests. May I inquire about your names and the purpose of your visit?

— And the same to you! I am Beata Laxse, and this — the girl familiarly patted her companion on the shoulder — is my friend, Gion Tamaris. The purpose of our visit is tourism and job searching.
Gion simply greeted the clerk with a polite nod.

The inspector entered the data into his notebook and then checked both of them with some device. "Hmm, no magical ability detected." He made another checkmark in his notebook. "Now... " He looks at Gion's skirt. "What is this?"

Once there was a wealthy merchant who had three daughters, and all were fair and lovely, sensible and well-made.

One day, the merchant prepared to travel to distant lands and said to his fair and lovely daughters:

-- Now, I am setting off for far-off lands to trade and expand my treasury. When I return wealthier than before, shall I bring you gifts from those regions? You, my eldest daughter, what would you have me bring?

And the eldest daughter, the beloved one, answered him:

-- Bring me, father, a crown. One full of emeralds, diamonds, tourmalines, and other stones, and let it be so beautiful that its light is like the sun by day.

-- Of course, my dear, I shall bring you exactly as you ask. I know of such a crown. And for you, my middle daughter, what shall I bring?

And the middle daughter, who was moderately loved, answered him:

-- Bring me, father, a crystal vanity. It need not shine like the sun; it is enough that it be quite pretty, with a carved table and stool.

The merchant pondered—whether for long or short—and finally spoke:

-- Now you have set me a task! I know not many craftsmen capable of making such vanities. Common glass is plentiful there, but as for crystal... I know of one, but for it to be reasonably priced, I shall have to hire men to carry it out of those halls while the owners are unaware. But no matter, I will get you such a vanity...

The merchant saw his youngest daughter, coughed, and was about to set off on his journey, but the youngest daughter, the unloved one, stopped her father and spoke a word:

-- Dearest father, have you truly forgotten your poor child? I do not ask much of you; I know your treasury is not bottomless. I would only like a little red flower... something to your taste, but that stays long in its pot and does not wither by morning.

The merchant thought for a long time—an hour passed, then another—until everyone felt awkward standing there and the porridge had grown cold in the kitchen; finally, he answered his youngest daughter:

-- Now you have given me a real chore! Here under the earth we have almost no light; any flower will perish...

-- But I shall ask my eldest sister for her crown; she can shine the crown upon my little red flower, and it will live longer.

-- Enough, enough, forgive me, my daughter, but as you said, my treasury is not bottomless. I have no more left for flowers. If I see some poppy along the way, I shall pluck it for you; otherwise, do not be angry—you are already an expense in yourself.

The merchant waved goodbye to his daughters and departed for distant sun-drenched lands.

The youngest daughter could not bear such treatment, and most of all, she did not understand what her fault was—that she was born into this local darkness and became a fourth item of expense for her dear father after his wife and two daughters? And it seemed she had always tried not to burden anyone, worked harder than the others around the house, and mastered the stonecraft; but the mercantile nature of some will occasionally break free, howl like a wolf, and poison their ancestral nest like a predatory serpent. And for how many years must one wear out the same shifts as the older sisters and sew holes in little coats with thread? As if she, the youngest daughter, did not exist in this world at all.

The youngest daughter took her few modest belongings, packed them into a knapsack, and left for the light to earn her own living.
Aiko Viresenser left the parental nest at a young age and started from the very bottom in Kridea, fortunately, the people there were benevolent and appreciated the gnome girl's diligence. She learned how to run a shop on her own, learned to develop her national craft of enchanting items, served as a courier (carrying things however she could), learned to defend herself, and tried many other things. When Aiko began traveling through other regions of the empire, she was not welcomed warmly everywhere. For instance, in one city, competitors—noting her mannerly and serious demeanor beyond her years and race, and her particular weakness for luxury items—nicknamed her the "Mole Queen." However, Aiko was not only unoffended; she turned this nickname into something of a trademark, a mark of quality. And a magnificent crown, which an antiquities collector once gave her for free, completed the image of this brand.

Perhaps if Aiko did not have a tendency to spend on own nonsense, jewelry, and flowers, she would have already built up a small fortune; however, reality was somewhat more disappointing. The young trader was especially hit hard by her last deal, when the goods—beautiful furs—were ruined on the way after being caught in an unprecedented hailstorm. On the other hand, Aiko somehow caught the attention of the princess herself, which caused the girl to lift her spirits but also to think deeply. Undoubtedly, any contract with the imperial court not only promises great profit but will certainly establish her reputation as the "Mole Queen," but will everything go smoothly and according to plan? The life of non-humans in the empire is sometimes difficult and fraught with more risks than for an ordinary citizen; it remained to be hoped that the important personage would be sincere and kind in her intentions.

Without making herself wait, Aiko Viresenser set off by airship to the capital.

	Characteristics Strength 10 Endurance 10 Perception 10 Agility 10 Luck 11 Spirit 10 (22) Intelligence 10 Speed 10 Faith 10 Beauty 5 Charisma 13 (25) Origin Bonus Noir: -5 to beauty, character can enchant equipment using precious stones. Experience +3 charisma -330, +1 luck -130, one-handed weapons (dual wielding) -1000, remainder 40 Merchant Cost of goods and services -1% for each unit of charisma. Luensian Ethics The merchant can buy one item for free (chance depends on luck), only once per shop. One-handed weapons Dual Wielding [1000] The character gains the ability to use two weapons simultaneously.
	Slots Weapon 1: broadsword (~=shashka) with a figured guard Weapon 2: broadsword with a figured guard Head: King Sigmort's crown +12 to charisma +12 to spirit Body: scarlet dress with a jacket and bow Shoulders: scarlet cloak with fur Hands: bracelets Footwear: cute but travel-ready red boots Accessory 1: earrings with red crystals Accessory 1: elegant purse on a sturdy gnome chain Other 1: flawless ruby Other 2: flawless sapphire Other 3: flawless emerald Bag with other equipment: money, working tools for setting stones, hat, miscellaneous items (change of clothes, monogrammed handkerchief, writing instruments, etc.) If possible, some kind of reliable chest or locked suitcase to hide the most valuable things.

The inspector entered the data into his notebook and then checked both of them with some device.
— Hmm, no magical ability detected. — He made another checkmark in his notebook. — Now... — He looks at Gion's skirt. — What is this?

— It came with the armor, — Gion shrugged. — I don't know why, the seller said it was for aesthetics.

- It came with the armor, - Guyon shrugged. - I don't know why, the seller said it was for decoration.

— So, according to the laws regarding generally accepted moral norms and public behavior, I confiscate this. As for the rest... Everything seems to be in order. You may proceed to the city.

— Alright, according to the laws regarding generally accepted moral norms and public behavior, I confiscate this. Otherwise... everything seems to be in order. You may proceed to the city.

With a snort, Beata Guion allowed the item to be confiscated.

— And I'm even glad, you know. This thing was always getting in the way, it's completely useless. And it looked stupid.
— But I think it was cute, — Beata giggled, calming down a bit. — But if even such innocent details cause such a shock among the locals... Oh, I have a feeling we're going to have a lot of fun. I have an idea...
— If it's what I'm thinking, then no way!
— And what are you thinking? Maybe your idea is better?
— IT DOESN'T MATTER!
Beata giggled again.
— Okay, where did Her Highness order us to go? — the girl checked the papers.

For some reason, only men are allowed to wear sexy lingerie and stockings.

Revan, why are you so unprogressive?

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I agree with Ney, I request the possibility for men to wear sexy lingerie and stockings. And for women – stylish tuxedos and pantsuits.

Just replace the plus signs with minus signs and let everyone wear whatever they want...

Savings: 0 rem Experience: - HP: 160 Diseases: None Injuries: Severe burns Beauty = 0, charisma -5. Curses: None Traits: The character has the ability to use magic. Mysterious Kills one enemy in battle, provided that the enemy is "nameless" or does not pose a significant threat as an opponent. The cat can kill more than one such enemy in exchange for 1 Action Point for each.

Origin: Noir: -5 to beauty, the character can enchant equipment using gems. Belief: Luensian Ethics The merchant can buy one item for free (chance depends on luck), only once per store. Profession: Merchant Cost of goods and services -1% for each unit of charisma. Limit: 50% Skills: One-Handed Weapon Leadership - Battle Cry Characters under the command of the character can receive an additional turn, the chance depends on the commander's charisma. Spells: - Fireball Damage: 50%-150% (fire) Applies burn. Crit: damage is increased by 1.5, burn ignores will save. Range: 15 - Fire Shield Damage received by the character is returned to the attacker as fire. Crit: gives immunity to fire damage. Range: 5 Dual Wield The character gains the ability to use two weapons simultaneously. Available to learn: swamp [500 Characteristics Strength 10.2 Endurance 11.4 Perception 10 Agility 10 Luck 11 (26) Spirit 10 (15) Intelligence 10 Speed 10 Faith 10 Beauty 5 (0) Charisma 9 (13) Parameters Attack: 100 Health: 110 Accuracy: +10% Evasion: 10% Critical Chance: 11% (26%) Will: 15 Spell Points: 3 (4) [8] Magic Power: 100 Experience: +20% Initiative: 10 SP: 2 Virtue: 100 Action Points: 2 (4) Affinity Fire: 0%

Equipment Weapon 1: Commander's Staff Slot: weapon Requires leadership Allies under the command of the character receive (5*charisma) defense at the beginning of the battle (as additional health that is not affected by other defenses). Activation requires 1 AP. Weapon 2: Morning Star X Damage: 75% Accuracy: 60% Ignores defense. Crit: stun, will save is three times stronger. Head: Hat "Merry Plague" Immunity to diseases and poisons. Body: Scarlet dress with jacket and bow +1 to beauty Shoulders: Winter cloak Immunity to blizzard Hands: Feet: Enigma Shoes Beauty +50% Charisma +50% Luck +10 Accessory 1: Antimagic Ring Prevents the use of spells in the territory of Margel. Cannot be removed without the participation of the magic bureau. Accessory 2: Jewelry +35% to beauty Doubles the character's health reserve. Other 1: Rainbow Gem x1 Can use the effect of any flawless gem of your choice. Other 2: Bandages x3 Other 3: warming ointment x1 Locked suitcase To get into the character's inventory, you must first pick the lock. Asugukh Diary First entry Second entry Third entry Fourth entry Pistol Damage: 200 (independent of attack) Accuracy: 65% Crit: damage is doubled. Reload: 1 turn. Slot: other or weapon. Range: 8 Bullets x30 Needed for the pistol. Bandages x1 Special ice x1 Calming x1 Cooling x1 potion of life x1 eye drops x1 antidote x2 tonic x1 Mermaid [1/1] Removes penalties for being at sea without the sailor profession.

Just replace the plus signs with minus signs and let everyone wear what they want...

In the eyes of perverts, this could even work as a buff.

Just replace the pluses with minuses and let everyone wear what they want...

Yes, that's the point. A man in such an outfit would simply be beaten up or arrested, but the listed items wouldn't fit a woman, so there would be no effect...

Added 14 minutes later
The air journey could have been very interesting for Ayko, especially considering that she was originally from the dungeons of the empire, but the social aspect left much to be desired – her neighbor was not interested in talking to the dwarf.

So Ayko flew to Margel. At the air dock, she was examined with some kind of device.

“Triton Gissles,” the inspector introduced himself, “please follow me to the magic bureau.”

- The selection here is much better. After looking over the available items, Raphael noticed the "Evil Aristocrat" costume. Out of everything, this set seemed to suit him the best. - The prices, of course... Good day, - the man said to the saleswoman. - May I try on the Evil Aristocrat costume? Using the Eye.