Merchants call out their wares and try desperately to get the attention of the wealthier passerby. People from all over the world hustle to and fro, some keenly eyeing the many tapestries, spices, tools and foods, others openly staring in wonder. Still others hurry along, heads down and avoiding eye contact. Colors, smells and sounds assault the senses. The cries of the gulls can hardly be deciphered from the chatter of the crowds, the ringing of the blacksmith's hammer, the bells of the nearby shipyard, and the hollers of the merchants.
Marketplace, Port
merchant
blacksmith
I work in the forge all day with my tools. I have a few apprentices who I show the ropes to. I also have to mingle with people in the public in order to have them purchase the items that I make.
That's a nice dog you have there. She's for sale! Finest pure bred cur in the land. You're selling that sweet dog? Yes, for the right price in gold. I upgraded to a mule to pull my wagon. Well, I make the finest of weapons, maybe we could make a trade Yes, i see you are a smith. Do they have a good resale value? Only the best, I am the BEST blacksmith in the land. I will say though, once you get your hand on a piece crafted by me, you'll never wanna let it go. That does have a nice balance to it. Folded steel? That's not even a finished product by me! I was showing my assistant new tricks on that one.  here Do you make axes too? People all over the realm crave them. My weapon of choice! So shall we trade this hammer and one of the spike axes for my faithful lead dog?