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"seems it's time for war brother" says the de felsen warrior as he sharpens his blade

Grenseraq demons are ready.

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From the bustling markets of Haense to the lively taverns in Grense, a name quickly gains momentum—The Silver Surfers, poised to reshape commerce across the realms. Rumours spread of this new merchant guild, either a promising trade empire in the making, or just another band of desperate profiteers. One thing is certain though; their leader, Arthur the Second, son of Haense and Grense, is seeking allies, mercenaries, investors, and merchants. All are left with two simple choices; seize fortune and power, or be left a fading name in history. 10 MAX STAT HORSES BUNDLE DEAL 650 MINA listen for immersion <-- OOC

A dark cloud gathers in the far reaches of the wildlands. Word spreads fast, a small horde of orcs, their eyes burning with madness, has risen under a new warlord. His name is Gur’mak the Bonecrusher, a cunning and ruthless leader, who has declared war not just on the soft-bellied cities of men and elves but on the very notion of peace itself. "Da pink-skins an' tree-huggers have grown fat! Look 'round! Da economy's in ruins!" Gur’mak roars from atop his warbeast, his crimson-streaked blade glinting in the sunlight. "Dey sit on their shiny weapons, their overflowing armories! Prices for steel an' iron are lower den evah!" The orcs beneath him howl in agreement, their weapons already stained with the blood of traders, farmers, and craftsmen alike. For weeks now, Gur’mak’s horde has been seen raiding trade caravans and markets, stealing weapons and raw goods, only to destroy them in the open fields. Shields, swords, and armor are ripped apart and scattered to the wind like broken dreams. "We ain't here for shinies!" Gur’mak proclaims, shattering a merchant’s sword in his fist. "We do dis to save da world! Too much peace... too much trade... da world is soft. Da weak think dey can buy dere safety. But we will restore da balance! We will bring back da need for strong steel!" No one is spared. Merchants, noblemen, even fellow orcs who try to bargain with the horde are shown no mercy. "If da gear too easy to get, it means da world too easy to conquer! We fix da problem by destroyin' it!" Gur’mak’s reasoning is twisted, but his orcs, driven by the promise of unbridled destruction, follow him with fervor. The horde moves with precision, setting traps, ambushing unsuspecting adventurers, and tearing apart the very tools of war they loot. To Gur’mak, every broken sword and destroyed piece of armor brings the world one step closer to its rebirth—a time when only the strongest will survive, and the weak will be crushed underfoot. [OOC Section] Hey guys! So here's the idea: the current state of the server's economy has suffered due to the CRP (Combat Roleplay) default that limits PvP (Player versus Player) opportunities. The lack of actual combat and gear destruction has led to an oversupply of items and materials, driving down the prices for weapons, armor, and raw goods. This means that gear is easier to get and keeps circulating, leading to little incentive for PvP or conflict over resources. As a solution, I’ll be acting as a player-run server antagonist, leading an orcish horde that raids, robs, and destroys gear in an attempt to 'save the economy.' By doing this, I aim to create a dynamic roleplay environment where the loss of items will push demand back up, revitalizing the market and encouraging players to fight back, craft, and trade. If you're tired of the stagnation and want to take part in shaking things up, join me! We’re looking for likeminded players who are willing to do whatever it takes to keep the server economy alive—through destruction, chaos, and conflict. Let's bring PvP and gear scarcity back into the game to fix this flaw and reignite the server’s economy! Who’s with me?

Word spreads around the realm of a second auction, 3 high quality great axes, the auction starting off at 75 Mina!

Word spreads around the realm of Arthur the merchant auctioning off a bundle of 6 high quality longswords. "I am auctioning off 6 high quality longswords, sharpened and durable, ready for battle. These weapons have been crafted by a skilled blacksmith (they do extra damage in PvP compared to average longsword). The bidding starts off at 400 Mina!" Arthur of Grense, legendary merchant, has also donated 56 average longswords to the Grense military!

In Grense, the great Arthur, a famous merchant, can be seen auctioning off longswords. "Greetings, brave warriors and masterful smiths of the realm! The legendary merchant Arthur is hosting an incredible auction, featuring a bundle of 27 longswords, perfect for outfitting an entire company or stocking your armory with quality blades. Crafted with precision and designed to withstand the toughest of battles, these longswords will serve any soldier or knight well in their conquests. Starting Bid: 200 Mina! This exclusive auction will last for only 4 Saint hours, so act swiftly! Don't miss your chance to claim this remarkable deal from one of the realm's most renowned merchants. Bid now and sharpen your edge with Arthur's trusted craftsmanship! Best of luck, and may the highest bidder win!"

Rumours spread of the merchant selling an excellent quality shortsword (++PvP damage) and high quality longsword (+PvP damage), the shortsword for 125 Mina, the longsword for 60 Mina.

Word spreads around the realm, rumours, of Arthur of Grense, legendary merchant, sitting on a fortune. Rumors have been stirring throughout the realm about Arthur of Grense, a renowned and shrewd merchant, now on the lookout for large quantities of raw materials and rare weapons or ores. Known for his extensive network of trade and business acumen, Arthur has made it clear that he's willing to pay a handsome price in Mina for those able to meet his needs. Be warned, however—Arthur isn't easily deceived. He has a sharp eye for quality and won't be swindled by overpriced or subpar goods. For those able to offer fair deals, this could be a golden opportunity. Whether you're a miner with an abundance of ores, a blacksmith forging rare weapons, or a trader with connections to hard-to-find resources, now is the time to approach Arthur. Word has it he's traveling between major cities, establishing trade posts, and is open to setting up lasting contracts with reliable suppliers. If you seek a generous benefactor in exchange for fair dealings, keep an ear to the ground and sharpen your trade skills. You may just cross paths with Arthur of Grense soon enough. Send letter with Arthur of Grense (ILOVEPEPSI123).

Word quickly spreads around the realm of Arthur of Grense, a legendary merchant. Rumours begin spreading of his great wealth. Word also spreads around of this mythical merchant purchasing raw goods in bulk, whether it iron, leather, daemonsteel (netherite), feathers, steak, you name it! He's also looking to purchase rare powerful weapons and uncommon ores. Whatever you sell, this fabled merchant will definitely purchase, and for great prices too. Arthur of Grense can be contacted by letter (ILOVEPEPSI123), sent to the Grense aviary. All this acclaimed merchant asks is that you write the goods you have with a price for said goods. Truly, this merchant was fair, and fabulous.

You enter Grense and notice Arthur, the legendary merchant, showing off 6 average sets of Daemonsteel gear! The merchant appears to have a powerful charismatic aura to him: "Hail friends, I am currently auctioning off 6 sets of Daemonsteel gear, average quality, with bidding starting at 250 Mina for all 6 sets! Auction ends in 24 Saint hours, or when I find a price I deem worthy of being the last bid!"

Arthur frowned, "fine, 100 Mina for a set!"

Word spreads around the realm of a human merchant selling armor and weapons for reasonable prices. If you enter Grense, you are met by a young man wearing Grensewacht soldier armor. He greets you with a smile, offering a hand to shake before speaking; "Hail, my name's Arthur, of Grense. I'm currently selling affordable average Daemonsteel sets, brand new. Included is armor and a longsword! A gear set costs 115 Mina, but I'm willing to negotiate if you're trying to buy in bulk. I currently have 6 sets to sell!"

It was a peaceful day in Grense. Suddenly, the Felsen Watch swarmed the town. A woman was caught off guard, violently beaten into submission before having her robotic arm torn off and stolen. A sketch of the arm followed with a note was spread throughout all the realms: "It is I, Gaylord de Felsen, Watcher-General of the Felsen Watch mercenary company. I have stolen a precious and valuable robot arm, which I will be auctioning off now. Bids start at 500 Mina." OOC: The previous owner of this arm did some great RP. Please remember to post the bids on this forum post or send me a letter in-game.

RANSOM PAID!

Gaylord de Felsen, Watch-Commander, hears of Filbius' plea. He thinks about it and writes to him, "I'll release her for 75 Mina, since you are a good friend."

Outside of Haense, skirmishing could be heard as the guards were forced to retreat. Hostages were taken and word quickly spread of the Felsen Watch victory. Around the realm, sketches would be spread with words written on them. The words on the sketches would read as follows: "Two females, one heartlander and the other dark elf, have been captured. They're being ransomed off as a dual deal, the starting bid for their release is at 300 Mina. If their ransom isn't paid in 2 Saint hours, they will have their eyes gouged out and their hands chopped off." OOC: Please bid on the forums or send me a letter in-game. Both really good sports OOC and great RPers.

Join the Felsen Watch and Earn More than Just Respect – Claim Your Gold! Tired of getting paid scraps while risking your life on the roads or in someone else’s war? Want to really get rich and make a name for yourself? Look no further than the Felsen Watch, where your talents aren’t wasted, and neither are your wages. In just a single Saint’s Day, our mercenaries hauled in a mountain of Mina, enough to retire early if you play your cards right. We count our gold at the end of every battle, and if you're with us, you can too. No more unfair deals, no more taking orders from lords who don’t pay you what you're worth. Join the best, earn your due, and enjoy the spoils that come with it. We're recruiting now—only the toughest and the smartest make it in. Are you ready to get rich or die trying? Join the Felsen Watch. Your future, your fortune. The amount of Mina earned in a Saint's day worth of work was spread around the realm. OOC Discord: https://discord.gg/6FEHhJxa

Ransom paid.