The Ebony Exchange
Owner: Unknown
The Ebony Exchange is a shadowy, clandestine establishment that exists in the underbelly of University City. This store is a whisper in the dark, a place where those with the right connections can acquire goods that are difficult to obtain through legal means. The store’s entrance is hidden behind a nondescript alleyway, where a faint flicker of enchanted candles beckon those who know where to look. The interior is dimly lit, with shelves laden with items that have been "acquired" through means that leave no trace of their origins. The walls are lined with dark velvet curtains, and the air smells faintly of incense and mystery.
The owner of The Ebony Exchange is a well-kept secret. Some say it is a shadowy figure who prefers to remain anonymous, while others believe that the shop is managed by a network of anonymous operatives. No one knows for sure, and those who try to pry into the matter rarely return with solid answers. It’s a place where trust is scarce, and the only law is the exchange of wealth for what is desired.
The shop itself is filled with a wide variety of stolen goods, rare contraband, and illegal artifacts, all carefully curated for those with deep pockets and even deeper secrets. It’s a place where adventurers, smugglers, and collectors of dangerous artifacts come to fulfill their darker desires. Whether you seek powerful enchanted weapons, forbidden tomes of magic, or rare substances that are outlawed by the authorities, The Ebony Exchange has it all — for the right price.
Despite its illicit nature, the shop maintains a sense of professionalism. Transactions are swift, and no questions are asked. However, those who make a deal here often find that they’ve entered into a much deeper web of connections and consequences than they initially anticipated.
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Shiny Pebbles | Small, uncut gemstones, easily mistaken for common stones. Likely stolen. | 5 sp |
| Cloak of Disguise (Worn) | A simple cloak that helps the wearer blend into crowds. Slightly worn but still effective. | 1 gp |
| Knock-off Perfume | A counterfeit bottle of high-end perfume. Has the scent, but not the quality. | 1 gp |
| Tarnished Silverware | A set of family heirlooms in silver, but all slightly tarnished. Stolen from a noble family. | 2 gp |
| Fake Scrying Orb | A low-quality replica of a scrying orb. Might fool someone who doesn’t know better. | 3 gp |
| Black Market Scroll | A scroll of low-level magic, found on the black market. Effects vary but often unreliable. | 5 gp |
| Unmarked Potions | Various potions with no labeling. Their effects are unknown and possibly dangerous. | 6 gp |
| Thieves' Tools (Rusty) | A set of thieves' tools, worn and slightly rusted. Perfect for a quick job or someone on the run. | 7 gp |
| Stolen Fine Wine | A bottle of rare, expensive wine, likely taken from a high-class estate. | 8 gp |
| Underground Map | A map of hidden underground tunnels beneath the city. Dangerous but useful for those in need. | 10 gp |
| Shady Gambling Dice | A set of loaded dice designed for cheating. No honest player would use them. | 12 gp |
| Contraband Scrolls | Scrolls containing forbidden knowledge, often outlawed by religious groups or governments. | 15 gp |
| Counterfeit Coin Stash | A sack of perfectly forged coins, indistinguishable from real currency. Used for shady dealings. | 18 gp |
| Sapphire-Studded Ring | A stolen ring set with sapphires. It belonged to a royal family and is easily recognizable. | 20 gp |
| Stolen Painting (Small) | A valuable painting, once owned by an artist of great renown. Now stripped from its proper owner. | 25 gp |
| Enchanted Dagger (Unmarked) | A finely made dagger with magical properties, though the enchantment's origins are unknown. | 30 gp |
| Rare Elven Artifact | An ancient artifact of Elven make, stolen from a hidden Elven sanctuary. Highly illegal to possess. | 50 gp |
| Dragonbone Amulet | A rare amulet crafted from dragon bone. The item is extremely valuable and comes with significant legal risks. | 75 gp |