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PIP'S DUTIFUL DISPATCH
"ALL THE NEWS THAT'S FIT TO PIP!"
ISSUE 1 - AQ. 1, VERNALIS 1 FRESHTIDE 24
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ROYAL DECREE: NEW CALENDAR
As decreed by the glorious Aquila Invicta, now rising to the seat of power, the previous calendar shall cease at its 4968 A.C.E. and shall forever hence forth be Aquilia 1 (Aq. 1), all prior dates to the day will be known by the suffix (B. Aq. 4967), etc.
Aquila Invicta, The Unconquered Eagle, grand Empress of The Unconquered Lands as they have remained the five eons. Praise and long life to the Empress, that she shall rein for all eternity.
Pip Post from Pip's Posts coming in hot with the latest news. With the calendar being rewritten by the glorious Aquila, may she rein forever, it has been gifted upon us the changing of the days, months, and seasons. It is my duty as the most venerated, and only, news courier in Eldergrove to get to you what you need and what you need now is the hottest take!
NEW CALENDAR SYSTEM UNVEILED
Hence forth: The following changes are to take place in The
Great Unconquered Lands.
Seasons: Vernalis 1, Aestivus 2, Autumnus 3, Hiemalis 4
Days of the Week: Frostday, Glintday, Thunderdawn, Wispday, Flareday, Shadefall, Starwatch
Months: Vernalis 1: Blossomere, Verdantia, Sunvale, Sylphine, Freshtide
Aestivus 2: Solarae, Brightsun, Glimmerdawn, Wildbloom
Autumnus 3: Harveston, Crispwind, Leafturn, Amberfall
Hiemalis 4: Frostglen, Snowhaven, Chillbloom, Darkwhisper
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WORKERS WANTED: VACANCIES
Planar Plantain Seed Collector
Location: Eldergrove
Wage: 1 Resonance Bloom per 100 seed batches
Description:
Join our team of seed collectors to gather the abundant but
essential Planar Plantain seeds. These seeds are crucial for
various magical and mundane applications. Your role will involve
identifying mature plants, collecting seeds, and ensuring proper
storage.
Requirements:
- Keen eye for detail to spot ripe seeds.
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods.
- Basic knowledge of plant life cycles.
- Patience and persistence.
Benefits:
- Steady wage of 1 Resonance Bloom per 100 seed batches collected.
- Flexible working hours.
- Opportunity to learn how to negotiate with stubborn weeds and
perhaps even teach them to dance!
- Potential for advancement to senior collector roles.
How to Apply:
Visit the Eldergrove Botanical Guild office near the town square
and fill out an application form. No prior experience necessary -
we provide on-the-job training!
Whispering Willow Pruner
Location: Eldergrove
Description:
Seeking an experienced gardener to prune the overgrown Whispering
Willows in the town square. These magical trees require delicate
handling to maintain their enchanted whispers while keeping them
from obstructing pathways.
Requirements:
- Basic knowledge of magical plant care
- Ability to work at heights
- Patience to decipher tree whispers
- Own pruning shears (enchanted ones preferred but not required)
Benefits:
- Payment in Planar Plantain seeds (1 handful per hour worked)
- Free Willow Whisper lessons
- Opportunity to collect fallen enchanted twigs
How to Apply:
Visit the Eldergrove Town Hall and whisper your name to the
potted Chatterbox Chrysanthemum by the entrance. It will schedule
your interview.
General Handyman
Location: Eldergrove
Payment: Nebulous Nettle (1:100) per task
Description:
Seeking a reliable handyman to assist with various local tasks,
including minor repairs, maintenance, and odd jobs around town.
Duties may include fixing fences, painting, and helping residents
with household projects.
Requirements:
- Basic knowledge of tools and repair techniques.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Good physical condition for manual labor.
Benefits:
- Payment in Nebulous Nettle (1:100) per completed task.
- Flexible working hours to fit your schedule.
- Opportunity to earn extra by taking on larger projects.
- Chance to meet interesting townsfolk and hear their stories!
How to Apply:
Visit the Eldergrove Community Center and fill out an
application form. No prior experience necessary - we provide
on-the-job training!
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THE GRAND ALTRBRAUN BAZAAR UPDATE
Now as this is a special issue, please watch for the addendum that will be posted after the oncoming of the The Grand Altrbraun Bazaar's first concentrated effort of unified theory's magical convolution! Through a feat of stunning ability, they have created a marketplace unification that allows the various products being traded by their merchants to be tracked independently and individually to create a chart for the Empire's price index.
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"In a world of shifting realities, Pip's Dispatch remains your constant."
- Pip Post, Your Trusted News Courier
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THE GRAND ALTRBRAUN BAZAAR
Essence Item Name Value
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Coriander Quintessence 100,000:1
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Ivy Ethereal Extract 75,000:1
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Quince Quantum Concentrate 5,000:1
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Tarragon Time Distillate 50:1
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Saffron Stellar Essence 40:1
THE GRAND ALTRBRAUN BAZAAR Pollen Item Name Value
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Ethereal Elderflower Pollen 30:1
Voidtouched Vervain Spores 20:1
Dragon's Breath Dandelion Dust 10:1
Celestial Cinnamon Granules 7:1
Chronos Clove Particles 6:1
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THE GRAND ALTRBRAUN BAZAAR Sap Item Name Value
Prismatic Parsley Resin 5:1
Gravity Ginger Exudate 5:1
Astral Anise Nectar 5:1
Nebula Nutmeg Latex 4:1
Planar Parsnip Sap 4:1
THE GRAND ALTRBRAUN BAZAAR Bark Item Name Value
Dimensional Dill Bark 3:1
Ethereal Eucalyptus Rind 3:1
Nebula Nightshade Bark 2 :1
Lunar Lavender Bark 2 :1
Cosmic Chamomile Bark 2 :1
THE GRAND ALTRBRAUN BAZAAR Currency Standard Item Name Value
Resonance Bloom 1:1 (Standard)
WHY THE RESONANCE BLOOM IS THE BAZAAR'S STANDARD
The Resonance Bloom, a mystical flower that spontaneously grows near whisper bones, has been chosen as the standard for all other valuations in the Grand Altrbraun Bazaar due to its unique properties and consistent occurrence.
* Physical Form: A small, iridescent flower with color-shifting petals, resembling living glass.
* Origin: Grows wherever a whisper bone lands, absorbing and amplifying otherworldly energies.
* Properties:
* Enhances potency of potions, foods, and crafting materials
* Amplifies magical effects
* Stabilizes enchantments
* Purifies and preserves substances
* Economic Stability: Its consistent appearance near whisper bones ensures a stable supply, making it an ideal "currency peg" for the bazaar's economy.
The Resonance Bloom's versatile enhancing properties and reliable occurrence have naturally established it as a form of currency, providing a stable reference point for valuing all other items in the bazaar.
THE GRAND ALTRBRAUN BAZAAR Fruits Item Name Value
Stellar Berry 1:3
Moonmist Melon 1:4
Whispering Fruit 1 :4
Shadowleaf Citrus 1 :5
Mystic Marjoram Fruit 1 :5