🧔 Merchant Aldric

Merchant Aldric is one of the oldest traders operating in the Dark Forest, known equally for his fair prices and his stu

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Merchant Aldric
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ROLEShopkeeper
RACENeutral
LOCATIONDark Forest
SHOPYes
ALLEGIANCENeutral
Shopkeeper Neutral

GREETING

Welcome, traveler. I have supplies for any warrior — vampire or werewolf alike.

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Overview

Merchant Aldric is one of the oldest traders operating in the Dark Forest, known equally for his fair prices and his stubborn refusal to take sides in the vampire-werewolf conflict. Decades of commerce have given him an uncanny sense for a customer's needs before they even open their mouth. His stall is often the first stop for newcomers to Aeternum seeking basic supplies.

Background & History

Aldric arrived in the Dark Forest as a young man fleeing debts in the human city of Veldrath. What began as a temporary refuge became a permanent home when he discovered that selling to both factions simultaneously was far more lucrative than pledging loyalty to either. Over forty years he has outlasted three wars, two purges, and a plague — each time emerging with his cart intact and his ledger in the black. Veterans of Aeternum joke that Aldric's cart is the most survived structure in the entire realm. He keeps a loaded crossbow beneath the counter but claims he has never fired it in anger.

Personality & Allegiances

Blunt, pragmatic, and quietly generous to those who cannot pay full price, Aldric maintains a studied neutrality that borders on philosophy. He believes the vampire-werewolf war is bad for business and says so plainly to anyone who will listen.

Vampire affinity: 50%  |  Werewolf affinity: 50%

Characteristics

INFLUENCE
35
COMBAT
20
KNOWLEDGE
55
MYSTERY
25

Dialogue

"Take your faction wars elsewhere. In my stall, gold is the only allegiance that matters."
"I've sold swords to vampires and silver to werewolves. Made a profit both times."
"Need something specific? If I don't have it, I know who does — for a finder's fee."

Interaction & Tips

Aldric stocks a rotating selection of general goods. Check back daily as his inventory refreshes at dawn. He offers a 5% discount if your character has the Merchant's Tongue passive skill.

Location

Merchant Aldric can be found in Dark Forest. Check the world map for travel directions.