Mono Trapus, the finest way for a Gentlemen to travel
Seen gliding down the streets of Capital, the newly released Mono Trapus is the talk of the city. A gilded cage filled with luxurious plush velvet seat and beautifully treated wood, sat atop a stone sphere one can see the appeal; as have many of the rich and famous of Capital, with many rising stars and prestigious Lords and Ladies being seen riding around the city in one.
Excerpt from the travel diaries of Lord Masqueeth "Lo what terrific terror almost befould my travels today! As I strolled through the arcades of the Capital I was near startled to death from fright of injury! The Gentlemen, of whome was of the most prodigious manners and intellect, apologised in the most appealing way that I quite forgot my fright, though I mark it down here for proprieties sake. His Mono Trapus, as it is so called for its single spherical orb, near crushed me under its great weight, had it not been for the clever manoeuvres of its rider; but alas to be struck by a thing of such beauty may well be the purest way for a gentlemen to die, my only regret would have been to tarnish the gilding of that birdcage he rode within."This very quote bellies the bigger issue, are such devices safe to be on our roads? find out on Page 6.
Power Generation
The Trapus is powered and illuminated by a chandelier of crystals in the cages roof. sparkling blue, radiating a soft light, and of uniform size except for every 4th one (of which there are 4) which is twice the height of its brethren.
Propulsion
A complex series of runes on shafts reaching into the drivers compartment control the Trapus's movements, as the rune of 'Ur' is applied to the sphere it slows, however should 'Ick' or 'muh' be applied then the sphere will turn accordingly.
The vehicle is powered by the crystals in its chandelier which are connected via the cage to the stone below, as they apply power to the sphere, it turns, by some clever engineering the cage is kept in an upright position atop the great stone.
Weapons & Armament
The Cage can be electrocuted if the vehicle is beset by beggars or hoodlums
Armor and defense
The Gilded Cage is in fact quite sturdy despite the delicate filigree
Customer favouritism - Page 6
Our investigations show that the Farriers guild will only serve those dressed to impress; our reporter Bob Schneebly went in undercover as a straw dung maker and was unceremoniously escorted from the premises, even after showing them he had enough gold to pay for several hours.Safety concerns - Page 6
When we questioned the guild on matters of safety we were cited some statistics on average mugging and murder rates of the wealthy and well known alongside a statement that this new mode of transport should reduce such wanton loss of life. It appears their concerns on whether the devices could result on the deaths of others are not at the forefront of their minds.
Nickname
"Trapus"
Motto
"Why travel in luxury, when you can travel in luxurious safety"
Manufacturer
Owning Organization
Price
Rented from the Fariers guild for the sum of 100 gold an hour
Rarity
Rare
Length
"Enough for a Gentlemen to stretch his legs" - excerpt from advert in Gentelmen of Capital Monthly
Height
" A sufficient step up that one may survey the masses as they travel through the city" - excerpt from advert in Gentelmen of Capital Monthly
Speed
" It can get you from the Monos Trapis rental depository to the Theatre district with an hour" - excerpt from advert in Gentelmen of Capital Monthly
Complement / Crew
"No assistence needed, merely enter and go" - excerpt from advert in Gentelmen of Capital Monthly
Cargo & Passenger Capacity
1 Passanger and small luggage space under the seat
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This may be a bit silly, but is the cage purely for gentlemen? That is, can only males who are of aristocratic standing use the Trapus?
Fair question; I endeavoured to write it as a marketing piece targeted at aristocratic men, this is not to say aristocratic women couldn't and haven't ridden within them, and there is certainly no magic barrier to them doing so. The only limitations would be on social class, if someone approached the company dressed in rags they would be turned away as they company wants to maintain a certain image of its cliental. Thanks for your question, it has made me realise I have overlooked a few aspects of the article.
Oh, not to worry. I always overlook things. We're writing from our own positions, and we assume certain bits of knowledge, I think. Your marketing piece is great! I see you added a section, too!