Awasekagami (Scroll Shop)

[~Emi~]

But even rare and clever collectors can have respect for the workers.

The man said and went into the back room. Kenji was able to hear some scratching and things getting moved in there until the man finally got back out with the four books. They seemed to be in perfect condition and brand new version of the books, so the man removed the small layer of dust that had been able to gather on top of the cover before he put them on the desk.

Here they are, and as you can see, they're flawless and worth the amount on the tags, we can do the counting if you need proof.

With a small gesture, he showed Kenji that he was allowed to take the books and make an estimate on the physical appearance before the count would be necessary. The man had started to look more energetic, maybe he had longed for a good haggle, or he was just not willing to loose to such a young man, either way, the man smiled as Kenji when he reached over the 5'500 ryo for the two books. He wrote a quick note that he had them and what price he bought them for before walking into the backroom and placed them on their place.



Transaction completed~
+1 TP 10/10, learned, your haggle increased to 75/125 skill points

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책방

0-10 Haggle

One of the most critical parts of haggling was to fully grasp the situation at hand, as such a keen sense of observation was paramount. The first thing of note was the audible noise, of books being shifted, it certainly seemed unusual to have brand new books stored away in such a manner. In addition specks of dust were also present on the book despite the book keeper’s best efforts of crudely removing them. Now why would a new arrival be under a pile and covered in dust, perhaps the store had them all along?

Of course some quick mathematics were all that was required to add up the value of the books to ninety-three thousand. This was of course the labelled price, the price that would be instantly accepted upon proposal. Kenji had a different idea however, he intended to perform a partial exchange of sorts. He would offer up twenty thousand in cold hard cash, this money would be the same regardless of where it was spent in theory, the next part of Kenji’s offer however had the possibility of a greater profit.

He would offer the remaining funds in the form of thirty-two books, of a very similar nature to the first two. This was of course using the same sales figure as the two books he had just sold, the two-thousand-two-hundred-and-fifty per a book would work out to be, ninety-two thousand just a thousand off the asking price. This was a more than reasonable offer was it not? After all Kenji was willing to part with such a large quantity of funds, surely this demanded some manner of discount for sheer bulk buying power.

“Hmm…”
Said the young boy, as he ran a finger sceptically over the cover of one books. It should have been apparent by the manner in which he was moving his body that he had spotted the dust, would this turn the heat up a few notches. After all the book keeper presumably had very little in the way of either interest or perhaps clients willing to impart with this type of money.

“I can offer you thirty- two books of the same quality of those I just sold, along with an up-front payment of twenty-thousand. I think that’s a more than generous offer wouldn’t you agree, considering books of this calibre often sell for at least 3,500 even without inscriptions, so that’s a further thirty-nine thousand ryo over your asking price when all is said and done?”

“Judging from the dust on these books they weren’t going anywhere fast, so perhaps this increase in stock would be even more in your favour than I first thought. But alas, I won’t go back on my offer, if you’re willing I will still make the trade.”

Kenji was employing a degree of reverse phycology, it was any humans natural instinct to want to buy something were they saw room for profit, never mind what they saw as a one-time offer. If he passed this up now he could end up getting even fewer of the books, which would result in even less potential profit. It certainly appeared that Kenji’s silver tongue, was developing at quite a keen rate. His haggling skills were growing by the passing minute, but would they be enough to sway this deal?

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• Haggle 

Rank: "E" (10 TP at all times) 

Skill: Skill 

Effect: Characters with the haggle skill know how to get the best deals. 

Special: --- 

Drawback: --- 

Description: Characters are well versed in the subtle art of obtaining the best quality items for the least amount of money, and how to sell what they have at the biggest profits. There are two ways to handle haggling in Naruto Forum Role-play. There is a fast way and a slower way. Look in Task Skills thread found in the Skills and Traits Index for more information. Each time learned user gets 5 die roll to increase the skill. 

Limit: --- 

[~Emi~]

The man didn't allow Kenji's silver tongue persuade him enough to not start counting by writing down the numbers. He had been in the business too long to know not to trust his headcounts. The pen moved in a very experienced manner och he quickly moved his left hands fingers on a calculator.

You have a keen sense of business young man.

He said as he got out the correct numbers in front of himself.

But I'm afraid I can only agree to give you all but the animal training book, as you understand, I do not have the time to see over the quality in 32 books and if it really is you that have written in them. So, quality, authenticity,the value of those books you want to buy, it all say that I can't offer as much money for the books as the previous ones. But without that training book, the books you offer me goes for 125 ryo over the normal buying price I can offer.

The man had the numbers infront of him and started to smile as he had noticed that Kenji had lost some ground in the haggling. With such big quantity of books, he could gain a lot of money by just decreasing the cost of the books slightly.


+10, 10/10, learned, went from 75/125 to 88/125 in haggling

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책방

Haggle 0-10

“I see, clearly I have overestimated you, as your offer has gravely offended me. Apparently you are under the misguided impression that I would increase the amount of books on offer, well I’m affair it’s quite the opposite. You have insulted me, with the implication that my books are subpar, and as such I’m afraid that I may have to take my leave, to travel to one of the many other book stores on this continent to sell the books for a fair price. Unless of course you are able to offer me a more amicable offer that is, plus a substantial discount for your transgressions.”

What an appalling insinuation the store keeper had made, he had recently offended Kenji by giving him what he already believed to be an incredibly low offer but now he attempted to drop it even further. Was he simply trying to rob him blind? Kenji had come inside, believing that he had escaped the thieves and vermin that attempted to steal the money of travellers but apparently he was incorrect.

Never the less this moment was recorded within the vaults of Kenji’s mind, a prime example of how to rub someone up the wrong way, and should probably be avoided in most situations. A valuable lesson never the less. With that Kenji started to gather the books together, storing them back in their compartments clearly this man wasn’t going to make an offer. The question was what effect would this have on the shopkeeper? The prospect of all that money, the ninety thousand from the books, along with the potential profit, together it was close to a quarter of a million. Would he really throw all of that away on some foolish notion?

An attempt to save a few thousand? Cutting his nose to spite his face. The cogs in Kenji’s brain started to spin, like a human calculator he quickly totted up the sums. Assuming that the shop keeper purchased the books for 2,250, and then resold them for 4,000, that alone would yield a profit of 56,000. Then if you assumed the books Kenji was purchasing now were also purchased for the flat half price value, then he stood to make around 46,500 off this as well.

That alone was a profit of 122,500. Never mind the turnover that would be created from the transaction this was in fact a massive profit. Kenji began to think that this was just an elaborate ploy gone wrong surely the sales man wasn’t really intending to let him go, and let all of that money slip through his fingers. No it was far worse than that, Kenji had implied that he was going to go to another store, a rival, the rival who could use that profit to better establish themselves. Purchase additional books, and perhaps ensure Kenji’s trade in the future. And given the vast amount of money he was spending on a consistent basis this was surely a fool hardy idea?

The ball was in his court could he tempt Kenji to stay? He had already employed his own haggling technique the dreaded “walk out”

This combined with the fact that he had just inspected some of the books and deemed them above average in quality. Surely this would imply that all of the others would be of similar quality, and he wouldn’t have offered 2,250 so readily if he didn’t expect to make a profit, so obviously he saw quite the potential profit from these books. Presumably this also accounted for a possible variance in price, even if he was to sell them for the same exact price he would still make the 93,000? Was there really a downside to this deal, he would at least make his money back if not more.

This combined with the fact that he had just inspected some of the books and deemed them above average in quality. Surely this would imply that all of the others would be of similar quality, and he wouldn’t have offered 2,250 so readily if he didn’t expect to make a profit, so obviously he saw quite the potential profit from these books. Presumably this also accounted for a possible variance in price, even if he was to sell them for the same exact price he would still make the 93,000? Was there really a downside to this deal, he would at least make his money back if not more.

After all who would purchase a book for 1,750 which could be missing parts? Or pay full price, when you could get a book that contained notes from an esteemed researcher of that field, in practically pristine condition for a fraction of the price? Surely the salesman understood this? If not then Kenji would be all too happy to explain it to him, assuming that he ever returned. This store had insulted him several times in a matter of days, clearly manners weren’t top of their list, and if refused he would make sure everyone heard about it.

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• Haggle
Rank: "E" (10 TP at all times)
Skill: Skill
Effect: Characters with the haggle skill know how to get the best deals.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Characters are well versed in the subtle art of obtaining the best quality items for the least amount of money, and how to sell what they have at the biggest profits. There are two ways to handle haggling in Naruto Forum Role-play. There is a fast way and a slower way. Look in Task Skills thread found in the Skills and Traits Index for more information. Each time learned user gets 5 die roll to increase the skill.
Limit: ---

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책방

Haggle ?-10

The book keeper appeared dumb struck apparently he was lost for words?


“It’s quite alright, I understand that this must be a difficult decision for you. I have other matters to attend to in town, so I will return in a few hour to get your answer. I trust that this will have allowed you sufficient time.”


And with that Kenji was off, he collected all of his books up and left the store. The countdown begins. He had after all stated that he was prepared to leave the store, not doing so would just leave him in a disadvantage haggling wise, as it appeared to be a position of desperation. He had to give actions to his words, to be a true master.

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• Haggle
Rank: "E" (10 TP at all times)
Skill: Skill
Effect: Characters with the haggle skill know how to get the best deals.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Characters are well versed in the subtle art of obtaining the best quality items for the least amount of money, and how to sell what they have at the biggest profits. There are two ways to handle haggling in Naruto Forum Role-play. There is a fast way and a slower way. Look in Task Skills thread found in the Skills and Traits Index for more information. Each time learned user gets 5 die roll to increase the skill.
Limit: ---

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책방

Haggle ?-10

Kenji entered the store again, an hour had passed. Had the man considered his offer? And what would be his response? Kenji had used this time to gather some additional herbs to strengthen his position in the haggling process.

As always the young man was armed to the teeth, a vast array of weaponry covered his small body, as one never knew when combat situations could occur. His 200lb crossbow rifle was attached to his back, as always it was kitted out with a magazine filled with a total of 50 bolts, 10 of which had explosive arrowheads. A scope was also fitted to the weapon which had not only a zoom function, but a camera mode, everything that the scope saw would be captured on video for later reference. And again the inside of his cloak was lined with; Knives [2], grenades, [Fragmentation & Smoke], and pouches [6 Elemental: Lightning.

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• Haggle
Rank: "E" (10 TP at all times)
Skill: Skill
Effect: Characters with the haggle skill know how to get the best deals.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Characters are well versed in the subtle art of obtaining the best quality items for the least amount of money, and how to sell what they have at the biggest profits. There are two ways to handle haggling in Naruto Forum Role-play. There is a fast way and a slower way. Look in Task Skills thread found in the Skills and Traits Index for more information. Each time learned user gets 5 die roll to increase the skill.
Limit: ---

[~Emi~]

The old man had been standing still in the exact same position for a few minutes as Kenji had spoken to him, his heart was in pain and he was seeing flashes in front of his eyes. His whole body had turned numb, and when Kenji decided to leave the building, the man screamed on the inside, he was frightened. The fear of dying in the store was becoming a too much of an reality as he felt blood taste in his mouth. But as the door was closed shut behind Kenji, another boom could be felt by the man, the first beating of the stopped heart. With a huge breath, the man fell down on his chair behind the counter and tried to grasp some air. That was the very first time he had experienced that, and he hoped that it was the last. But he knew that he had entered the age in which those things started to become more of a reality. The old man reached for the glass off water on the counter and drank it completely empty before putting it back. Since his body still was a little numb, he placed it a little too close to the edge, which made it fall down on the ground and shatter into thousands of bites.

When The door opened approximately one hour after Kenji had left, the man had successfully recovered from the scary experience and was happy about finish off the deal. He gave Kenji a smile as he walked up to him and then he took up the two desired books and put them very carefully on the counter.

Welcome back young sir.

He had decided that he would treat the young boy with some more respect this time as he had some plans involving the boy.

You have to excuse me for me not responding to you earlier, I hate to blame things as things should never be beyond a man's capacity, but I believe I had a stroke. But now for the offer, I believe you do follow my reasoning at least, since you seems like a clever boy, so let me at least go through some of the books.

If allowed, he'd take three of the books at random and put his silk gloves on before starting to inspect the pages. He muttered a little too himself as he found a very torn page, but seemed to be overall pleased with the results. When he had looked through them all and closed them, he'd give them back to Kenji.

I do accept the last offer you gave me, which is those books and 20'000 ryo for these three books.

He said and made a gesture on the books he had on his counter.

Also, I would like to have you as an apprentice in the shop, I do not believe that my grandson objects, you're a brilliant young man after all. You would succeed very well in this shop.

His smile had turned warm and friendly instead of the cold business-smile he had previously.


(+10 10/10, you went from 88/125 to 101/125 in haggle)

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책방

0-10 Haggle, 101/125

Was this the work of the Wee Jas? The young Jasidan* let out a silent pray of thanks to his deity, for watching over him and granting a good sale. Perhaps she had touched this old man, giving him a taste of death seemed to be exactly what he needed. He had been reformed, no longer was he an unkind grump?

“Well then, I’m glad that you have come around to my way of thinking. And a stroke? Are you quite sure? I can examine you if you want, I am after all a qualified doctor.”

With that Kenji handed over the books, along with the small pouch of money. Completing the aforementioned transaction at the agreed rate, 32 books and 20k for all four rare books. Perhaps this had been the old man's intention, to appease Kenji in hope that he would preform a medical examination, after all he had already mentioned he was a top level doctor. 

“So, I don’t suppose there are any other rare books you have been keeping from me? I mean I should be made aware of them should I not, if I am going to be taken on as an apprentice?”

Yet again another ploy was employed by Kenji, he would try to leverage his new position with the shop keeper, combined with the fact that he had just offered to provide medical care, surely this would stand him in good stead when it came to checking the stock, and some manner of discount.

“I also hear that your store holds some, well magic books? Grimoires? I would be very interested these, I hear that they grant supernatural powers to their readers which rival the works of Linus. If possible I would like to acquire the following works; Enamoris, Illusionatus, Tempestus, and Repartus. I believe that is how they are pronounced.”

With that Kenji drew out leaf from a Tamariske tree, placing it on the counter he began to explain how this herb had special qualities, and if interested perhaps a trade could be reached, this healing herb for some of the books. Of course he was referring to the full tree not just the leaf.

“I’m not sure if you are aware, but this herb has the remarkable ability to cleanse wounds, allowing them to be treated with ease. Its use at this moment may be quite limited, but I think you can certainly appreciate that there are times when using it can make the difference between life and death, in such a situation having plenty to hand is invaluable. I see that a glass has been shattered on the floor, if you had cut yourself this would have been a prime example of the use of the herb. It would have killed off the infection, and allowed for you to easily treat the wound.” 

Kenji continued to hype up the herb, with the view of increasing its worth when it came to selling it to the store keeper. A trade would soon be offered, swapping these herbs for some manner of book, providing they had the books in stock of course. This was quite a high level skill, as the user had to ensure that the product related directly to the client’s needs, instilling a sense of need in their mind, they must have this product it could save them.

Dice; 13, 5% (10%) rolls.
2, 15% (30%) rolls.
Debit; 20,000, 32 reference books.
Credit; XVIII, XIX, I, and essential alchemy

"Followers of Wee Jas are known as Jasidin"*
Doubled due to haggling
"He will also be able to find items more easily than others. For example, An item with low probability will have double probability. ^[1]

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• Haggle 

Rank: "E" (10 TP at all times) 

Skill: Skill 

Effect: Characters with the haggle skill know how to get the best deals. 

Special: --- 

Drawback: --- 

Description: Characters are well versed in the subtle art of obtaining the best quality items for the least amount of money, and how to sell what they have at the biggest profits. There are two ways to handle haggling in Naruto Forum Role-play. There is a fast way and a slower way. Look in Task Skills thread found in the Skills and Traits Index for more information. Each time learned user gets 5 die roll to increase the skill. 

Limit: --- 

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5% Chance

1. Book: Textbook: Volume II: Appraisals
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume II of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Appraisals.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page count: 470 pages. The book is divided into categories and explains what to look for in appraising various items to determine their value. It grants a -20 Competence Bonus to Appraisal checks.
   Limit: These These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 13,000 Ryo
2. Book: Textbook: Volume III: Covert Activities
   Rank: "A"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume III of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Covert Activities.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 550 pages. This book focuses on the means with which to shield one's activities from others. A highly prized tome, it grants a -10 Competence Bonus to Disguise and Forgery checks.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 30,000 Ryo
3. Book: Textbook: Volume IV: Cultural Studies
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume IV of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Cultural Studies.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 600 pages. This book is designed as a basic study in the nature of different cultures. It provides general information on how various societies formed, their political structure, and important historic figures. It grants a -20 Competence Bonus to any check involving Culture, History, and Law. The checks for History does not apply to Local, nor Ancient. 
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 15,000 Ryo
4. Book: Textbook: Volume VII: Craftworks: Gems and Stones
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume VII of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to crafting with gems and stones.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 300 pages. These books each focus on a specific group of crafts based on the materials used. Each book grants a -30 Competence Bonus to craft checks that work in the specified materials. Moreover, the books are full of timesaving hints, reducing the time required to make items by ¼.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 13,000 Ryo
5. Book: Textbook: Volume XI: Gymnastics
   Rank: "S"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume XI of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to escaping.
   Special: --- 
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 800 pages. This book explains all of the techniques to condition the body for stamina and flexibility. It grants a -20 Competence Bonus to Escape Artist checks. The true value of this book is in its lessons on rolling with damage. It includes an entire chapter on how to soak up damage by bending or bracing the body in certain ways. This knowledge reduces the damage from physical attacks (such as weapons and claws) by 10 Armour Points. It has no impact on damage caused by Chakra sources, falling, crushing, etc.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 50,000 Ryo
6. Book: Textbook: Volume XII: Language Constructions and Speech Patterns
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume XII of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Languages.
   Special: --- 
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count 380 pages. This book does not discuss specific languages, but the theory behind language itself. Besides granting a -10 Competence Bonus to decipher script checks, it allows characters an additional Die Roll when learning a Language.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 15,000 Ryo
7. Book: Textbook: Volume XIII: Mechanical Devices
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume XIII of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Mechanical Devices.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count 420 pages. This book explains the basic laws of physics as they relate to mechanical devices. It grants a -30 Competence Bonus to craft checks to make Technician, and also grants a -10 Competence Bonus to Disable Device and Lock Picking checks.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 15,000 Ryo
8. Book: Textbook: Volume XIV: Mental Acumen
   Rank: "S"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume XIV of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Analytical skills.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 680 pages. This book has the two-fold purpose of teaching the fundamentals of HOW to study, as well as making the reader more aware. It grants a -30 Competence Bonus to Evidence Analysis checks, and a -10 Competence Bonus to Observation. Moreover, once a person has read this book, he or she can add an Additional Die roll each time they learn these Skills.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 50,000 Ryo
9. Book: Textbook: Volume XV: Nature Studies
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume XV of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Nature Studies.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 600 pages. This book is a wealth of knowledge on the natural world. It grants a -10 Competence Bonus to any check involving the natural world (Botany, Entomology, Geology, Herbalism, etc).
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 15,000 Ryo
10. Book: Textbook: Volume XVI: Occult Studies
    Rank: "S"
    Type: Main, Book, Reference
    Effect: Volume XVI of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Occult Studies.
    Special: ---
    Drawback: ---
    Description: Page Count 320 pages. This book explains the basic theories of Chakra. For non-Chakra Users, it grants a -20 Competence Bonus to Chakra Lore checks to identify Jutsus or Chakra effects, and a -10 Competence Bonus to Alchemy checks. It does not allow non-Chakra Users to learn Jutsus, but can be used to make natural remedies or identify a Jutsu being performed as harmful or benign. It also grants a -20 Competence Bonus competence bonus to Divine Lore checks to remember or recognize occult symbols, legends, etc. It’s true value is to young Chakra Users, who gain a -30 Competence Bonus to Arcane Lore. Because it trains the Chakra User to think about Chakra in a more concise manner, it also grants the.
    Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
    Cost: 100,000 Ryo
11. Book: Textbook: Volume XVII: Performance: Acting and Speech
    Rank: "B"
    Type: Main, Book, Reference
    Effect: Volume XVII of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Acting.
    Special: ---
    Drawback: ---
    Description: Page Count 280 pages. These books are a boon to Bards and Performing Artists, but can benefit anyone. They grant a -20 Competence Bonus to their respective performance skills.
    Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
    Cost: 15,000 Ryo
12. Book: Textbook: Volume XXI: Psychology
    Rank: "S"
    Type: Main, Book, Reference
    Effect: Volume XXI of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to human studies.
    Special: 
    Drawback: 
    Description: Page Count: 670 pages. This book explains in basic language the fundamentals of psychology. It grants a -20 Competence to Anthropology, Evidence Analysis, and Observation checks.
    Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
    Cost: 40,00 Ryo
13. Book of War and Valor, The
    Rank: "S"
    Type: Main, Book, Reference
    Effect: A book pertaining to combat dealing with honor and valor.
    Special: ---
    Drawback: ---
    Description: Page Count: 534 pgs. By Mijon Sun. Little is known about the Warlord Mijon Sun, except for the fact that fighters and warriors hail him as a genius. Those who have read his book credit the information therein with saving their lives on more than one occasion. Part physical training, part motivational handbook, the text explains mot only the fundamentals of combat, but expounds the virtue of honorable fighting and the dignity of valor. In life, Mijon Sun had been the youngest son of a wealthy warlord. Though given basic training in weaponry and tactics, he was forced to study warfare like his older brothers. Content to inherit neither his father’s power nor responsibilities, Mijon Sun studied art and literature and led the life of a spoiled noble. That is, until war broke out and his father and two older brother’s died in combat. Forced to take command of his family’s battered army, he tried to defend his people. But he was beaten down by the opposing warlord on the battlefield. Before his opponent delivered the fatal blow, he mocked Mijon Sun and said he would take his dear sister as a concubine. The thought filled Mijon with a renewed sense of purpose, and he focused the purpose into his blade. He managed to defeat the enemy warlord and finally drive back the enemy army. He then took to devout study of the art of war, and combined this knowledge with his own literary skills to create a masterpiece of warfare. The tactics in the book rely heavily on ideas of honor, valor, integrity, and personal fortitude. Power comes not only from practice and natural skill, but recognizing what is of importance and using it to fuel your battle. Characters of LG, LN, N, and NG alignment readily understand the concepts in the book, and gain a +10 Armour Points in Striking Damage against defenses, a +1 Competence Bonus to Saves pertaining to GenJutsu and other forms of similar persuasion. Characters of CG or CN alignment can understand the concepts, but do not necessarily grasp the finer points. They gain only a +10 Armour Points in Striking Damage against defenses or a +1 Competence Bonus to Saves pertaining to GenJutsu and other forms of similar persuasion. Evil aligned characters cannot gain any benefit from this book. It takes about a week of careful study to understand the contents of the book.
    Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
    Cost: 50,000 Ryo

15% Chance

1. Legions of the Dead, The
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: A book on the Dead and how to fight the undead.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 360 pgs. Anonymous Writer. At one time, a relatively common tome among clerics (who used the information to fight undead) and necromancers (who used the information for their own purposes). The book details the different types of undead, the rituals used to create them, and the methods of hunting and destroying them. For the adventurer, the most useful section of the book includes information on identifying victims of undead attacks (particularly victims of vampires, who run the risk of become vampires themselves). The book grants a +2 Competence Bonus to versus anything that needs a roll against attacks by undead creatures. It takes about a week of careful study to understand the contents of the book. There is a 5% chance some piece of information is incorrect or flawed.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 15% chance finding.
   Cost: 15,000 Ryo
2. Miracles and Mysteries
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: A popular text in seminaries and monasteries, this text details some of the most famous shows of divine power, and how they benefited the people.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: A popular text in seminaries and monasteries, this text details some of the most famous shows of divine power, and how they benefited the people. It is often used as a teaching tool during religious services to show the wonders of faith and the glory of the gods. While the book provided comfort to the laypeople, it is most useful to the clergy. Clerics, paladins, and other divine Chakra Users of non-evil alignment who meditate upon the lessons in the book for four consecutive hours receive a +1 Luck Bonus to anything that needs a Save for 24 hours.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 15% chance finding.
   Cost: 15,000 Ryo

[~Emi~]

The man took the pouch of money from Kenji and quickly opened it to get a brief look on the coins before starting to put them in the box with money. His body was still sore from the attack he got earlier, so when he started to take the books, he slowly took two at a time and walked into the backroom and put them on the designated piles. Thanks to his cunning, he now had a new apprentice to do all the heavy work after all.

Do not worry about me, I've lived too long already

Even though the comment was quite depressing, he said it was a very positive voice and the man's eyes shone with a new spark for a few seconds until it faded yet again and he walked away the final books. When Kenji asked him about any special or rare books, the man just shook on his head, but then he suddenly stopped.

wait, we might have some...

He said as his gaze wandered over to a big barrel full of trashy books with several of them hanging out of laying on the floor next to it. His hands wandered to the top-most paper on a shelf behind him and observed it. A pathetic curse escaped his lips as he mentioned his son's first name before he started to walk over to the barrel. With experienced hands, the man picked up all of the books one by one and put them in a very good order on a shelf next to the barrel. The hands appeared to remove the dust and correct the cover without any need of him watching them, but after a short while, he stopped and held one of the books in his hands. It was obvious that he was very careful with the book, and he even brought out his silk gloves as he carried the book to the desk.The man repeated the procedure and found yet another book before the barrel had been completely emptied and the rest of the books was neatly placed on the shelf.

Here we go young sir, I believe my son has been as useless as ever.

He reached the books extremely careful to the boy.

I think the upper one is something that you might consider as.... magical...







+9 TP
You found the 7th 5% and 1st 10% book

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책방

9 -10 Haggle, 101/125

As the old man messed around retrieving the books Kenji was afforded a large amount of time to observe his environment and considered the offer of an apprenticeships. His observational skills were second to none, and as a result this store had been converted into a bank of information. The title of every book, ever journal left open on tables, everything! They were all engrained into his memory stored away in his memory palace. Who knew what future predicament he could find himself in, a situation where he would need to recall low temperature physics, or Billy the ducks first day at the pond.

This ability also granted him a useful boon in the haggling department, he was able to see each book that was being removed and draw upon his memories to calculate the approximate age of the books they were being kept with. It came as no surprise to see that all of the books were at least ten years old, meaning that they could well have been stored in that area for quite a considerable amount of time. After all we were talking about a thick layer of dust, and that doesn’t just accumulate overnight.

The logical assumption was that these books were almost never looked at, a sad fact which would devalue them greatly. After all there was apparently no market for these books, when would someone next ask for them? Five, ten years from now? Stock left on the shelf was effectively worthless, they would bear some manner of upkeep cost, so in theory the longer the stock was held the less profit there was to be made on it. Surely the old man would only be too aware of this, so what would his offer be? It can’t be every day that someone comes in looking for magical books now can it?

"Please be careful with that dust, its extremely bad for ones health." And with that he had set the frame work for haggling, surely the shop keeper would be all to aware of this, and start to think of a lower offer to try and secure Kenji's trade? Kenji was acting on his observations, an essential skill for all master hagglers.

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Haggle 

Rank: "E" (10 TP at all times) 

Skill: Skill 

Effect: Characters with the haggle skill know how to get the best deals. 

Special: --- 

Drawback: --- 

Description: Characters are well versed in the subtle art of obtaining the best quality items for the least amount of money, and how to sell what they have at the biggest profits. There are two ways to handle haggling in Naruto Forum Role-play. There is a fast way and a slower way. Look in Task Skills thread found in the Skills and Traits Index for more information. Each time learned user gets 5 die roll to increase the skill. 

Limit: --- 

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Books being haggled for;

Book: Textbook: Volume XIII: Mechanical Devices

Rank: "B"

Type: Main, Book, Reference

Effect: Volume XIII of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Mechanical Devices.

Special: ---

Drawback: ---

Description: Page Count 420 pages. This book explains the basic laws of physics as they relate to mechanical devices. It grants a -30 Competence Bonus to craft checks to make Technician, and also grants a -10 Competence Bonus to Disable Device and Lock Picking checks.

Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.

Cost: 15,000 Ryo

Legions of the Dead, The
Rank: "B"

Type: Main, Book, Reference

Effect: A book on the Dead and how to fight the undead.

Special: ---

Drawback: ---

Description: Page Count: 360 pgs. Anonymous Writer. At one time, a relatively common tome among clerics (who used the information to fight undead) and necromancers (who used the information for their own purposes). The book details the different types of undead, the rituals used to create them, and the methods of hunting and destroying them. For the adventurer, the most useful section of the book includes information on identifying victims of undead attacks (particularly victims of vampires, who run the risk of become vampires themselves). The book grants a +2 Competence Bonus to versus anything that needs a roll against attacks by undead creatures. It takes about a week of careful study to understand the contents of the book. There is a 5% chance some piece of information is incorrect or flawed.

Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 15% chance finding.

Cost: 15,000 Ryo

Grimoire Enamoris
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Book, Textbook
Effect: A Grimoire textbook on Jutsus and Rituals pertaining to GenJutsu of Enchantment Nature.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Picture A dark brown leather bound book lined with golden metallic corners. In the middle is the shape of a figure with a mouth open. A textbook of Chakra Knowledge. Such a book includes instructions on how to identify Chakras, and items pertaining to the art of Enchantment, or Jutsus that have the property or grant the user power over another being. When using Chakra Lore pertaining to Enchantment Jutsus (Including Charm and Compulsion) the user gains a -10 competence bonus to their Check. The user also gains a +1 competence bonus to their saves against Enchantment Jutsus (Enchantment, Charm, and Compulsion). User must spend 2 weeks reading the book 8 hours a day before they gain any benefits of the book. This takes up a Training Thread.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Book Shop. 5% chance finding. No Die Roll for Special Book Shop.
Cost: 13,000 Ryo

Grimoire Illusionatus
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Book, Textbook
Effect: A Grimoire textbook on Jutsus and Rituals pertaining to the 5 basic GenJutsu Perceptions.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Picture A dark blue leather bound book lined with bronze metallic corners. In the middle is an illusionist mask showing three visuals. A textbook of Chakra Knowledge. Such a book includes instructions on how to identify Chakras, and items pertaining to the art of Illusion, or Jutsus that alter perception or create false images. When using Chakra Lore pertaining to Illusion Jutsus (Figment, Glamour, Pattern, Phantasm, Shadow) the user gains a -10 competence bonus to their Check. The user also gains a +1 competence bonus to their saves against Illusion Jutsus (Figment, Glamour, Pattern, Phantasm, Shadow). User must spend 2 weeks reading the book 8 hours a day before they gain any benefits of the book. This takes up a Training Thread.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Book Shop. 5% chance finding. No Die Roll for Special Book Shop.
Cost: 13,000 Ryo

Grimoire Tempestus
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Book, Textbook
Effect: A Grimoire textbook on Jutsus and Rituals pertaining to the manipulation of energy or creating something from nothing.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Picture A black leather book that looks vibrant in ruby red. The bounded area of the book is ruby red, the center is a circle surrounded in gold. The corners resemble the energies of the world. A textbook of Chakra Knowledge. Such a book includes instructions on how to identify Chakras, and items pertaining to the art of manipulating energy or creating something from nothing. For learning Chakra Lore the user gains +1 per Die roll when learning the skill. To identify Jutsus or Rituals that manipulate energy or create something from nothing the user gains a -10 competence bonus to their Check. User must spend 2 weeks reading the book 8 hours a day before they gain any benefits of the book. This takes up a Training Thread.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Book Shop. 5% chance finding. No Die Roll for Special Book Shop.
Cost: 13,000 Ryo

Grimoire Repartus
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Book, Textbook
Effect: A Grimoire textbook on Jutsus and Rituals pertaining to protecting, blocking, or banishing.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Picture A navy blue leather bound book with bronze borders. Inside of the book are cyan waves with a figure of a human in the center. A textbook of Chakra Knowledge. Such a book includes instructions on how to identify Chakras, and items pertaining to the art of protecting, blocking, or banishing. For learning Ritualist (Binding, Warding) the user gains +1 per Die roll when learning the skill. To identify Jutsus or Rituals of the Binding, Warding, or general Jutsus using Protection, or Blocking value the user gains a -10 competence bonus to their Check. User must spend 2 weeks reading the book 8 hours a day before they gain any benefits of the book. This takes up a Training Thread.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Book Shop. 5% chance finding. No Die Roll for Special Book Shop.
Cost: 13,000 Ryo

[CATBUG!]

As the young shinobi was in the store a messanger would enter. "My lord, a urgent message from the land of grass." he would hand him a scroll and then leave.

Mission:

Name: The mysterious ticking noise.
Rank: C
IIC Length: to be determined by involved parties
Difficulty: Hard
Objective: A dark shadow hs fallen on a town near Kusa, the smell of hemoblobin is strong and could be smelled for miles. Upon investigation a total of 135 mangeled corpses were found, piled in the center of town. Before the massacre, a ticking noise could be heard moving around the surrounding towns and area and was heard when the investigators found the bodies.
Description: Find out what happened in the town. Investigating as much as you can, gathering whatever evidence you can.
Reward: 2500

[~Emi~]

+1
from 101/125 to 111/125

[Deleted]

책방

0 -10 Haggle, 111/125

Well it was certainly clear that these books weren’t in pristine condition, nor were they in any form of wrapping which would indicate that they had been restored. As such the top of the range price wasn’t warranted at all. It was naïve to believe that they would fetch such a large sum of money, and Kenji was prepared to make it abundantly clear if necessary. For the time being however he would operate under the assumption that the shop keeper would include this in his working when he made Kenji an offer.

The young cleric had decided to further build on the foundations he had established when he had stressed the healing qualities of the herb. He was to offer some manner of trade, the trees for the books. A heavy discount would be offered on both, after all they were ‘friends’ now weren’t they.

“Hmmm let’s see, in brand new condition, fresh off the press those books would have retailed around 82,000 for the batch, assuming they were all purchased separately that is. Clearly however these aren’t fresh off the press are they.”

As he commented on the condition of the books the young boy ran a slim finger across one, a small layer of residue clung to his finger. It only served to strengthen his point as he raised it to show the salesman.

“So let’s say a twenty per sent discount, to cover restoration work. The herbs and professional care required should easily eat away at this, not to mention the carriage costs of sending the books to a specialist. Then there is of course the fact that I’m buying the books in bulk. That’s six books in one sitting, deals like this typically offer at least a further twenty-five per cent discount. Of course these discounts will stack on a multiplicatively manner, I wouldn’t want to take all of the money out of the deal for you of course.”

“So let’s see that adds up to…”

Kenji already knew what this summed up to, he was just allowing the gentleman some time to work it out for himself after all it did involve a bit of work.

“49,200 unless I’m mistaken. Then perhaps an additional discount of twenty per cent as a signing deal, after all you do intend for me to work here carrying the heavy books do you not? So that’s a further 9,840 off the price, unless of course you want pay the going rate of 12,500 as a signing fee?”

What a good deal? Kenji had explained everything, furthermore he had done so in an amicable manner, even suggesting that he could charge the old man more but was cutting him some slack after all they were soon to be colleagues. What a good guy.

It was then that some buffoon ran into the store from the grass nation. Crying about some mission.

“Arh I see, well it would appear that we will have to conclude this rather sharpish. What do you say to my offer good sir?”

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Haggle 

Rank: "E" (10 TP at all times) 

Skill: Skill 

Effect: Characters with the haggle skill know how to get the best deals. 

Special: --- 

Drawback: --- 

Description: Characters are well versed in the subtle art of obtaining the best quality items for the least amount of money, and how to sell what they have at the biggest profits. There are two ways to handle haggling in Naruto Forum Role-play. There is a fast way and a slower way. Look in Task Skills thread found in the Skills and Traits Index for more information. Each time learned user gets 5 die roll to increase the skill. 

Limit: --- 

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Books being haggled for;

Book: Textbook: Volume XIII: Mechanical Devices

Rank: "B"

Type: Main, Book, Reference

Effect: Volume XIII of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Mechanical Devices.

Special: ---

Drawback: ---

Description: Page Count 420 pages. This book explains the basic laws of physics as they relate to mechanical devices. It grants a -30 Competence Bonus to craft checks to make Technician, and also grants a -10 Competence Bonus to Disable Device and Lock Picking checks.

Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.

Cost: 15,000 Ryo

Legions of the Dead, The
Rank: "B"

Type: Main, Book, Reference

Effect: A book on the Dead and how to fight the undead.

Special: ---

Drawback: ---

Description: Page Count: 360 pgs. Anonymous Writer. At one time, a relatively common tome among clerics (who used the information to fight undead) and necromancers (who used the information for their own purposes). The book details the different types of undead, the rituals used to create them, and the methods of hunting and destroying them. For the adventurer, the most useful section of the book includes information on identifying victims of undead attacks (particularly victims of vampires, who run the risk of become vampires themselves). The book grants a +2 Competence Bonus to versus anything that needs a roll against attacks by undead creatures. It takes about a week of careful study to understand the contents of the book. There is a 5% chance some piece of information is incorrect or flawed.

Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 15% chance finding.

Cost: 15,000 Ryo

Grimoire Enamoris
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Book, Textbook
Effect: A Grimoire textbook on Jutsus and Rituals pertaining to GenJutsu of Enchantment Nature.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Picture A dark brown leather bound book lined with golden metallic corners. In the middle is the shape of a figure with a mouth open. A textbook of Chakra Knowledge. Such a book includes instructions on how to identify Chakras, and items pertaining to the art of Enchantment, or Jutsus that have the property or grant the user power over another being. When using Chakra Lore pertaining to Enchantment Jutsus (Including Charm and Compulsion) the user gains a -10 competence bonus to their Check. The user also gains a +1 competence bonus to their saves against Enchantment Jutsus (Enchantment, Charm, and Compulsion). User must spend 2 weeks reading the book 8 hours a day before they gain any benefits of the book. This takes up a Training Thread.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Book Shop. 5% chance finding. No Die Roll for Special Book Shop.
Cost: 13,000 Ryo

Grimoire Illusionatus
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Book, Textbook
Effect: A Grimoire textbook on Jutsus and Rituals pertaining to the 5 basic GenJutsu Perceptions.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Picture A dark blue leather bound book lined with bronze metallic corners. In the middle is an illusionist mask showing three visuals. A textbook of Chakra Knowledge. Such a book includes instructions on how to identify Chakras, and items pertaining to the art of Illusion, or Jutsus that alter perception or create false images. When using Chakra Lore pertaining to Illusion Jutsus (Figment, Glamour, Pattern, Phantasm, Shadow) the user gains a -10 competence bonus to their Check. The user also gains a +1 competence bonus to their saves against Illusion Jutsus (Figment, Glamour, Pattern, Phantasm, Shadow). User must spend 2 weeks reading the book 8 hours a day before they gain any benefits of the book. This takes up a Training Thread.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Book Shop. 5% chance finding. No Die Roll for Special Book Shop.
Cost: 13,000 Ryo

Grimoire Tempestus
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Book, Textbook
Effect: A Grimoire textbook on Jutsus and Rituals pertaining to the manipulation of energy or creating something from nothing.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Picture A black leather book that looks vibrant in ruby red. The bounded area of the book is ruby red, the center is a circle surrounded in gold. The corners resemble the energies of the world. A textbook of Chakra Knowledge. Such a book includes instructions on how to identify Chakras, and items pertaining to the art of manipulating energy or creating something from nothing. For learning Chakra Lore the user gains +1 per Die roll when learning the skill. To identify Jutsus or Rituals that manipulate energy or create something from nothing the user gains a -10 competence bonus to their Check. User must spend 2 weeks reading the book 8 hours a day before they gain any benefits of the book. This takes up a Training Thread.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Book Shop. 5% chance finding. No Die Roll for Special Book Shop.
Cost: 13,000 Ryo

Grimoire Repartus
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Book, Textbook
Effect: A Grimoire textbook on Jutsus and Rituals pertaining to protecting, blocking, or banishing.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Picture A navy blue leather bound book with bronze borders. Inside of the book are cyan waves with a figure of a human in the center. A textbook of Chakra Knowledge. Such a book includes instructions on how to identify Chakras, and items pertaining to the art of protecting, blocking, or banishing. For learning Ritualist (Binding, Warding) the user gains +1 per Die roll when learning the skill. To identify Jutsus or Rituals of the Binding, Warding, or general Jutsus using Protection, or Blocking value the user gains a -10 competence bonus to their Check. User must spend 2 weeks reading the book 8 hours a day before they gain any benefits of the book. This takes up a Training Thread.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Book Shop. 5% chance finding. No Die Roll for Special Book Shop.
Cost: 13,000 Ryo

[~Emi~]

Haggle roll 11% deducted price, new price 72 980
Succeeded with the haggling attempt
Since the rp posts are good, I'll throw in another 7 000 discount = 65 980

Increased the value of the trees by 11%

+10, learned, 111/125 to 119/125 skill points in haggle

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책방

0 -10 Haggle, 119/125

“Well I am on a tight schedule, so I guess I might have to concede on this occasion. I will trade you some of these herbs, how many of them do you want? Bear in mind you buy them from a herbalist store for twenty five thousand five hundred and fifty each. So you’re not getting a lot of them. Especially after offering a discount like that.”

Kenji then turned to address the messenger,

“Calm yourself down, I will be on my way in a moment. Just let me collect my books, I mean come on can’t you see we are trying to make a deal man.”

After some negotiations Kenji would finally agree to trade five of the trees for the total of 70,762.50, this less the cost of the books would be 4,782.50. Which Kenji would take away with himself in cold hard cash? After all he did feel bad for the old man, and these herbs could potentially save his life in the future. Kenji wasn’t a monster, he wasn’t evil, nor was he completely good, but he could see the value in keeping this man alive even if it was just to further his own goals.

Presumably the man would provide some manner of discount in the future, and if the herbs were a success it would indeed increase the probably of him buying them once again. Potentially setting him up as a regular client, books for various forms of herbs. This could be his gateway, he could offload different types as well, Kenji knew of one herb in particular which would be in extreme demand it prevented the moths from damaging books. Surely this was a common problem in a book store.

“Well I guess it can’t be helped, I will give you the remaining five trees for 70,762.50 ryo. But I do expect a better discount upon my return. And you can rest assured that I will be back. Actually I will get some paper, one hundred and fifty grams per square meter, in bone please. I have 11,020.50 to spend, so I will take a briefcase, a sheet holster, and the remaining amount's worth of paper.”

...or would he? Kenji noted that he was running rather low on blank paper. As such he would attempt to spend the remaining 4,782.5 ryo on as many paper sheets as he could possible get, along with what he had left in his spending fund. Naturally he would need something to transport this paper with so a briefcase was a logical answer. Surely the old man wouldn't try and rip him off considering Kenji had just given him a massive discount.

Perhaps being presented with the hard money would be more of an incentive? Kenji drew out all of the remaining funds and stacked them upon the desk. What decision would the old man make? He was standing to make a nice profit from Kenji's business as always. Perhaps this would have some manner of bearing on the transaction? Kenji certainly thought so, which is why he did it in the first place...

“And please try to remember I want bone, not ivory, everyone seems to get the two mixed up these days”

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Haggle 

Rank: "E" (10 TP at all times) 

Skill: Skill 

Effect: Characters with the haggle skill know how to get the best deals. 

Special: --- 

Drawback: --- 

Description: Characters are well versed in the subtle art of obtaining the best quality items for the least amount of money, and how to sell what they have at the biggest profits. There are two ways to handle haggling in Naruto Forum Role-play. There is a fast way and a slower way. Look in Task Skills thread found in the Skills and Traits Index for more information. Each time learned user gets 5 die roll to increase the skill. 

Limit: --- 

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Tamariske
Rank: Uncommon, Colossal
Type: Herb, Rural, All Seasons, Heal
Effect: A large tree capable of healing Light wounds.
Special: Preparation: 2 weeks ; Duration: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: They are evergreen or deciduous shrubs or trees growing to 1 to 18 meters in height and forming dense thickets. Tamariske are characterized by slender branches and grey-green foliage. The bark of young branches is smooth and reddish-brown. As the plants age, the bark becomes bluish-purple, ridged and furrowed. The leaves are scale-like, 1 to 2 millimeter long, and overlap each other along the stem. They are often encrusted with salt secretions. The pink to white flowers appear in dense masses on 5 to 10 centimeter long spikes at branch tips. This herb will cleanse Light wounds, removing all infection within 15 rounds. Herb consists 128 doses.
Limit: Must know Herbal Knowledge for Rural Regions. 50% chance of finding.
Cost: 25,500 Ryo per herb. 196 Ryo per Dosage.

Briefcase
Rank: C
Type: Main
Effect: A large briefcase designed for holding paper.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A large briefcase made of study leather with metal clasps that hold it shut. The briefcase can be purchased with wheels and a handle for no extra charge.
These briefcases can hold 3000 pieces of paper.
Limit: ---
Cost: 1000

Paper (Sheets)
Rank: D
Type: Secondary (100 per slot)
Effect: –
Special: ---
Drawback: Vulnerable to fire and water damage.
Description: Sheets of paper measuring 8 ½ in x 11 in. The paper can be purchased in any color the user desires. 100 pieces of paper takes up 1 slot. These sheets are sold in stacks of 100.
Limit: ---
Cost: 300

Holster (Sheets) 900
Rank: C
Type: Accessory
Effect: A holster designed to hold sheets of paper.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: This holster was designed to hold many sheets of paper. Designed to be a backpack or to hang on either side of the user, this holster is comprised of a durable plastic and is mostly a sealed box with only enough room for a few pieces of paper to slide out of at the users command. This holster is capable of holding 900 sheets of paper. Limit:---
Cost: 800

[Draven]

The Closer

The old man would look at the money. It had been slow for so long it was actually refreshing to see some one with some business sense. The experience alone was worth the the extra he would pay on the items.

"Money is... well its money. Live as long as I have and you see money come and go. But what you have shown me today brings joy to my heart. You are one of the few individuals who has come into my shop and given this old man a run for, well his money. I accept..."

The old man would go into the back room, the items requested for would be gathered. He would come back with the items and a case of paper. He would lean in and look at the remaining stack of Ryo... He would stare, in silence, for a goood loooong looooook......

*Transaction complete, so far.

+4

*Continue haggling for haggle check on the extra paper. Haggle check depends on your next actions*

[Draven]

Quick note here: After reviewing CATBUG!'s recent posts, there would be no way a messenger could be sent to give Kenji the message. Everything needs to be done IC, and an interaction by CATBUG! needs to be posted somewhere in an RP thread to effect RP threads, including sending NPC's to give messages.

CATBUG!'s messenger post is void

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책방

4-10 Haggle, 119/125

Joy? What a ludicrous thing to say, had Kenji’s skills developed to such an extent that this man was actually happy that he had met him? They had only met a few days ago. Of course Kenji wouldn’t physically express this, instead he remained composed listening to what the gentleman had to say before he prepared an appropriate response.

“As for the paper, well I do intend to purchase some at some stage. So unless you discover some additional rare books in that cask then I will just go with my original offer. 11,020.50, for a briefcase, a sheet holster and the rest in paper. The 4,782.5 from our last deal, and 6,238 cash”

Of course a legendary book could well have costs a lot more, so if it did come down to it Kenji had additional items that he could sell. His skill with haggling came in useful for the search as the store keeper was more inclined to share with him any of the rare books he was holding in reserve after all they are friends now. [Chance of finding the books is doubled]

Kenji was doing his best to foster this relationship, after all ‘mates' rate’ did exist. Of course this was a very high level of haggling to actually persuade someone that they were friends with you was far more effective than controlling them with fear. Friends frequently performed tasks for one another for no profit, builders built walls by just being provided with the bricks. Clerks helped with paperwork. The list could go on and on, so surely the same would apply to this situation, or at least this was Kenji’s thinking.

Either way he intended to leave the store in a few moments, whether it be with just the original order or with some rare books as well. The cogs in his mind began to process the deal. The amount of paper he was to obtain could actually be calculated. Kenji would draw the following on a chalk board inside the inner workings of his memory palace.

X ×(1900) = briefcase & Holster
X × Y ×(300) = price per pack of paper.

The key of course was the discount rate; if he was offered ten per cent:
It could cost 1710 for the briefcase & Holster which would leave 9310.5 to spend on the paper.

90% × Y × 300 = 9,310.5
Y × 270=9,310.5
Y = 34 packs

This equated to 3,400 sheets of paper. Of course Kenji didn’t intend to have a ten per cent discount it was just an approximation given the last rate had been so poor.

Dice; 12, 5% (10%) rolls.
1, 15% (30%) rolls.
"He will also be able to find items more easily than others. For example, An item with low probability will have double probability. ^[1]

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• Haggle 

Rank: "E" (10 TP at all times) 

Skill: Skill 

Effect: Characters with the haggle skill know how to get the best deals. 

Special: --- 

Drawback: --- 

Description: Characters are well versed in the subtle art of obtaining the best quality items for the least amount of money, and how to sell what they have at the biggest profits. There are two ways to handle haggling in Naruto Forum Role-play. There is a fast way and a slower way. Look in Task Skills thread found in the Skills and Traits Index for more information. Each time learned user gets 5 die roll to increase the skill. 

Limit: --- 

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5% [10%] Chance

1. Book: Textbook: Volume II: Appraisals
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume II of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Appraisals.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page count: 470 pages. The book is divided into categories and explains what to look for in appraising various items to determine their value. It grants a -20 Competence Bonus to Appraisal checks.
   Limit: These These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 13,000 Ryo
2. Book: Textbook: Volume III: Covert Activities
   Rank: "A"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume III of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Covert Activities.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 550 pages. This book focuses on the means with which to shield one's activities from others. A highly prized tome, it grants a -10 Competence Bonus to Disguise and Forgery checks.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 30,000 Ryo
3. Book: Textbook: Volume IV: Cultural Studies
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume IV of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Cultural Studies.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 600 pages. This book is designed as a basic study in the nature of different cultures. It provides general information on how various societies formed, their political structure, and important historic figures. It grants a -20 Competence Bonus to any check involving Culture, History, and Law. The checks for History does not apply to Local, nor Ancient. 
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 15,000 Ryo
4. Book: Textbook: Volume VII: Craftworks: Gems and Stones
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume VII of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to crafting with gems and stones.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 300 pages. These books each focus on a specific group of crafts based on the materials used. Each book grants a -30 Competence Bonus to craft checks that work in the specified materials. Moreover, the books are full of timesaving hints, reducing the time required to make items by ¼.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 13,000 Ryo
5. Book: Textbook: Volume XI: Gymnastics
   Rank: "S"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume XI of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to escaping.
   Special: --- 
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 800 pages. This book explains all of the techniques to condition the body for stamina and flexibility. It grants a -20 Competence Bonus to Escape Artist checks. The true value of this book is in its lessons on rolling with damage. It includes an entire chapter on how to soak up damage by bending or bracing the body in certain ways. This knowledge reduces the damage from physical attacks (such as weapons and claws) by 10 Armour Points. It has no impact on damage caused by Chakra sources, falling, crushing, etc.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 50,000 Ryo
6. Book: Textbook: Volume XII: Language Constructions and Speech Patterns
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume XII of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Languages.
   Special: --- 
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count 380 pages. This book does not discuss specific languages, but the theory behind language itself. Besides granting a -10 Competence Bonus to decipher script checks, it allows characters an additional Die Roll when learning a Language.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 15,000 Ryo
7. Book: Textbook: Volume XIV: Mental Acumen
   Rank: "S"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume XIV of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Analytical skills.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 680 pages. This book has the two-fold purpose of teaching the fundamentals of HOW to study, as well as making the reader more aware. It grants a -30 Competence Bonus to Evidence Analysis checks, and a -10 Competence Bonus to Observation. Moreover, once a person has read this book, he or she can add an Additional Die roll each time they learn these Skills.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 50,000 Ryo
8. Book: Textbook: Volume XV: Nature Studies
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume XV of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Nature Studies.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count: 600 pages. This book is a wealth of knowledge on the natural world. It grants a -10 Competence Bonus to any check involving the natural world (Botany, Entomology, Geology, Herbalism, etc).
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 15,000 Ryo
9. Book: Textbook: Volume XVI: Occult Studies
   Rank: "S"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: Volume XVI of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Occult Studies.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: Page Count 320 pages. This book explains the basic theories of Chakra. For non-Chakra Users, it grants a -20 Competence Bonus to Chakra Lore checks to identify Jutsus or Chakra effects, and a -10 Competence Bonus to Alchemy checks. It does not allow non-Chakra Users to learn Jutsus, but can be used to make natural remedies or identify a Jutsu being performed as harmful or benign. It also grants a -20 Competence Bonus competence bonus to Divine Lore checks to remember or recognize occult symbols, legends, etc. It’s true value is to young Chakra Users, who gain a -30 Competence Bonus to Arcane Lore. Because it trains the Chakra User to think about Chakra in a more concise manner, it also grants the.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
   Cost: 100,000 Ryo
10. Book: Textbook: Volume XVII: Performance: Acting and Speech
    Rank: "B"
    Type: Main, Book, Reference
    Effect: Volume XVII of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to Acting.
    Special: ---
    Drawback: ---
    Description: Page Count 280 pages. These books are a boon to Bards and Performing Artists, but can benefit anyone. They grant a -20 Competence Bonus to their respective performance skills.
    Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
    Cost: 15,000 Ryo
11. Book: Textbook: Volume XXI: Psychology
    Rank: "S"
    Type: Main, Book, Reference
    Effect: Volume XXI of The Encyclopedia of Loremaster Linus Winterguest pertaining to human studies.
    Special: 
    Drawback: 
    Description: Page Count: 670 pages. This book explains in basic language the fundamentals of psychology. It grants a -20 Competence to Anthropology, Evidence Analysis, and Observation checks.
    Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
    Cost: 40,00 Ryo
12. Book of War and Valor, The
    Rank: "S"
    Type: Main, Book, Reference
    Effect: A book pertaining to combat dealing with honor and valor.
    Special: ---
    Drawback: ---
    Description: Page Count: 534 pgs. By Mijon Sun. Little is known about the Warlord Mijon Sun, except for the fact that fighters and warriors hail him as a genius. Those who have read his book credit the information therein with saving their lives on more than one occasion. Part physical training, part motivational handbook, the text explains mot only the fundamentals of combat, but expounds the virtue of honorable fighting and the dignity of valor. In life, Mijon Sun had been the youngest son of a wealthy warlord. Though given basic training in weaponry and tactics, he was forced to study warfare like his older brothers. Content to inherit neither his father’s power nor responsibilities, Mijon Sun studied art and literature and led the life of a spoiled noble. That is, until war broke out and his father and two older brother’s died in combat. Forced to take command of his family’s battered army, he tried to defend his people. But he was beaten down by the opposing warlord on the battlefield. Before his opponent delivered the fatal blow, he mocked Mijon Sun and said he would take his dear sister as a concubine. The thought filled Mijon with a renewed sense of purpose, and he focused the purpose into his blade. He managed to defeat the enemy warlord and finally drive back the enemy army. He then took to devout study of the art of war, and combined this knowledge with his own literary skills to create a masterpiece of warfare. The tactics in the book rely heavily on ideas of honor, valor, integrity, and personal fortitude. Power comes not only from practice and natural skill, but recognizing what is of importance and using it to fuel your battle. Characters of LG, LN, N, and NG alignment readily understand the concepts in the book, and gain a +10 Armour Points in Striking Damage against defenses, a +1 Competence Bonus to Saves pertaining to GenJutsu and other forms of similar persuasion. Characters of CG or CN alignment can understand the concepts, but do not necessarily grasp the finer points. They gain only a +10 Armour Points in Striking Damage against defenses or a +1 Competence Bonus to Saves pertaining to GenJutsu and other forms of similar persuasion. Evil aligned characters cannot gain any benefit from this book. It takes about a week of careful study to understand the contents of the book.
    Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 5% chance finding.
    Cost: 50,000 Ryo

15% [30%] Chance

1. Miracles and Mysteries
   
   Rank: "B"
   Type: Main, Book, Reference
   Effect: A popular text in seminaries and monasteries, this text details some of the most famous shows of divine power, and how they benefited the people.
   Special: ---
   Drawback: ---
   Description: A popular text in seminaries and monasteries, this text details some of the most famous shows of divine power, and how they benefited the people. It is often used as a teaching tool during religious services to show the wonders of faith and the glory of the gods. While the book provided comfort to the laypeople, it is most useful to the clergy. Clerics, paladins, and other divine Chakra Users of non-evil alignment who meditate upon the lessons in the book for four consecutive hours receive a +1 Luck Bonus to anything that needs a Save for 24 hours.
   Limit: These items may be bought inside any Special Book Shop. 15% chance finding.
   Cost: 15,000 Ryo

[Draven]

+6

Haggle skill went from 119 to 125

No books found (bad rolls o.o)

The old man looked up from the stack of Ryo. He didn't look happy. He appeared to have been in mid thought, and it was considered rude to interrupt such a process. Though he wouldn't really be angered by this, it was all a game, including the flattery. The comment he made to Kenji was meant to through him off guard and it had worked. Thus the resulting effect of Kenji speaking up was all apart of the merchants plan. He was given the right to be offended in this way."Let me check the back room." he would say as he left in a huff.

The merchant would leave for a great while. Then he would return with nothing in his hands. "Well, no books for you. I did not find any of what you requested." he would commence and complete the transaction for the items in question. He would then mention. "Just to note, I do like you but beware flattery and silence. The one who speaks first looses. Thus I will only give you 5% discount on the paper, just because you have entertained this old man." With a sly grin he would look at Kenji. It was a little tip for the ninja's future endeavors...

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책방

0-5 Acting

“Five per cent? I’m afraid I can’t do that. Even if it is for some type of lesson” 

These were the only words which would escape Kenji’s lips as he packed away all of the money into his pouch and simply walked out of the store. Unless he was given a better off he would take his leave, plenty other stores could have his custom. Perhaps this old man need another touch of wisdom from Jas Wee. Kenji didn’t display any signs of hostility towards the shop owner, after all it was just business, and he was a priest of a lawful god. Never the less a degree of acting was required to help lessen the visual signs that he was so appalled by the offer.  

He was apparently oblivious of how he and his family had insulted Kenji several times during the course of the week. Not only that Kenji had just given him quite a substantial discount, so to offer something so abysmally low was frankly just an insult, it wasn’t even a serious offer in Kenij’s eyes. The old man didn’t seem to be aware of the gravity of the situation Kenji could quite easily go to any of the other specialist stores and receive not only a better customer service but a larger discount. So he began to make his departure from the store.  

Perhaps this was just the man’s way of expressing how tired he was, Kenji could always return another day. It would be senseless to let such a trivial matter ruin both the chance of an apprenticeship and a possible friendship with a keen book enthusiast. He had offered a discount after all even if it wasn’t the rate Kenji had hoped for. Perhaps he had just been slightly over zealous, he would have to reflect on this matter in his prayers later today.  

“I take my leave now. Thank you for the experience.” 

Kenji certainly felt that his study of the various mangas, had aided him in this process. Making it slightly easier to act, as he walked out of the store. He was by large untrained in this art which of course made it quite difficult to perform a flawless performance. But it wasn’t as if he was trying to do anything extremely difficult now was it? It was just a minor task of Lessing his look of disappointment.  

Even if it was to fail he doubted that the old man would be offered, if anything it could well make him realise how gravely he had offended Kenji. The acting was simply employed to lesson this effect, adjusting his posture, so that he wasn’t as slumped. Along with his facial expression, so that it wasn’t quite so glum. Even the tone of his voice needed to be slightly controlled, as this often gave away ones true feelings, which was one of the reasons Kenji attempted to minimise the amount of speech involved. 

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Acting 

Rank: "E" (5 TP at all times) 

Skill: Skill 

Effect: Acting enables a character to skillfully portray various roles. 

Special: --- 

Drawback: --- 

Description: Acting is most often used as a form of entertainment, though it can also be useful in aiding a disguise or pulling a scam. A skilled actor knows how to research their role in order to provide a realistic portrayal to include mannerisms, speech patterns, dialect or jargon. The Acting skill also confers a cumulative 5% bonus (per level above Unskilled) to Disguise skill check rolls. The list below gives examples of Mastery and what the character can do. 

Unskilled Give a stereotyped performance. 

Novice Pretend to be a person whose background is not too dissimilar from the character’s own. 

Average Play a role convincing to an audience not overly familiar with the part he’s portraying. 

Advanced By observing and interacting with a member of a class or profession, he can pass himself off as said. 

Expert Can independently ‘invent’ a role such as a lord, member of a cult, wealthy merchant, etc., and can dress and act the part with such skill that he can pass as that person. 

Master Can successfully imitate any person well enough to fool anyone not intimately familiar with the person (barring visual familiarity). 

Each time learned user gets 1 die roll to increase the skill. 

Limit: ---