Mai Zu's Shop of Wonder

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Mai Zu’s Shop of Wonder
Mai Zu’s shop looks rather small from the outside, a simply built wooden shop with a sign out front proclaiming it to indeed be her shop. Occasionally, you may see Zu sweeping the front walkway to remove the dust of travelers, but for the most part she isn’t seen doing such tasks. Instead, her hired help, a teenage orphan girl by the name of Ji Li, is usually stuck doing that job.

Entering the shop you will notice that the building seems to grow, that the small shell of its exterior holds much more than you would expect. There is a walkway to the left, center, and right, with shelves in between those areas, as well as lining the walls. If you were to walk to the left, a large assortment of weapons would sit on the walls there, shining on the shelves, along with armors and helmets. To the right, you would be greeted with a large assortment of robes and jewelry, some of the finest you could find. On the shelves in the middle, you would find a vast assortment of books, of all topics and trades. Lastly, at the far end of the shop you would find Mai Zu herself, or her assistant. She would be sitting behind the counter there, happy to help you with whatever you need. Pictures of some of her strongest and fastest horses were beneath and to the sides of the counter, showing her abilities as a breeder.

In each section of the room you would find a list of what she could do and how much it would cost you:

[Zhou Kahn]

A small sign on the door outside states:

We are open! Welcome to Mai Zu's Shop of Wonder!

Walking to the left, you see this listing on the wall for all the armaments Mai Zu could offer:

Weapons
Level 1-90 in 1 month
Level 2-120 in 1 month
Level 3-350 in 1 month
Level 4-500 in 1 month
Level 5-800 in 1 month, 650 in 2 months
Level 6-1300 in 1 month, 900 in 2 months
Level 7-1800 in 1 month, 1500 in 2 months
Level 8-2000 in 2 months, 1600 in 3 months
Level 9-2000 in 3 months, 1700 in 4 months
Level 10-2500 in 5 months

Armor, Helmet
Level 1-100 in 1 month
Level 2-200 in 1 month
Level 3-450 in 1 month
Level 4-750 in 1 month
Level 5-1800 in 2 months

Ranged
Throwing Knives: 90 in 1 month
Javelins: 120 in 1 month
Bow: 200 in 1 month

Walking to the right, you see this listing on the wall near the jewelry and robes Mai Zu could offer:

Jewelery
Level 1-90 in 1 month
Level 2-135 in 1 month
Level 3-225 in 1 month
Level 4-450 in 1 month
Level 5-750 in 1 month, 650 in 2 months
Level 6-1130 in 1 month, 1000 in 2 months
Level 7-1715 in 1 month, 1400 in 2 months
Level 8-1800 in 2 months, 1550 in 3 months
Level 9-2050 in 3 months, 1750 in 4 months
Level 10-2500 in 5 months

Robes[/b
]Level 1-100 in 1 month
Level 2-200 in 1 month
Level 3-400 in 1 month
Level 4-700 in 1 month
Level 5-1850 in 2 months, 1650 in 3 months

On the shelves in the center, you see this listing on the shelves near the books Mai Zu could offer:

Single Stat Books
Level 1-90 in 1 month
Level 2-135 in 1 month
Level 3-225 in 1 month
Level 4-450 in 1 month
Level 5-750 in 1 month, 650 in 2 months
Level 6-1130 in 1 month, 1000 in 2 months
Level 7-1715 in 1 month, 1400 in 2 months
Level 8-1800 in 2 months, 1550 in 3 months
Level 9-2050 in 3 months, 1750 in 4 months
Level 10-2500 in 5 months

Multi-Stat Books
Level 1/1-135 in 1 month
Level 2/1-225 in 1 month
Level 2/2-450 in 1 month
Level 3/2-750 in 1 month, 650 in 2 months
Level 3/3-1130 in 1 month, 1000 in 2 months
Level 4/3-1715 in 1 month, 1400 in 2 months
Level 4/4-1800 in 2 months, 1550 in 3 months
Level 5/4-2050 in 3 months, 1750 in 4 months
Level 5/5-2500 in 5 months

By the pictures of the horses, you see this listing of which horses Mai Zu could offer:

Balanced

1att/1def-225 in 1 month
2att/1def-475 in 1 month
2att/2def-900 in 1 month
3att/2def-1900 in 3 months

Att/Def and Speed

1stat/2spd-200 in 1 month
2stat/2spd-400 in 1 month
2stat/3spd-700 in 1 month
3stat/3spd-1800 in 2 months, 1600 in 3 months

Speed
2spd-90 in 1 month
3spd-200 in 1 month
5spd-400 in 1 month
6spd-700 in 1 month
8spd-1800 in 2 months, 1600 in 3 months

A small scrap of paper is posted by the counter as well:

Mai Zu reserves the right to turn any customer away for whatever reason she sees fit.

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OOC:
Officers of Zhefu receive 10% off!!!

Roleplay is ALWAYS welcome and ENCOURAGED!!! Please don't just post the order and nothing else! Thanks! :D

Feb 206:
1. De Man (Suicide Fox)-Level 3 Judgment Book-Paid-1/2
2. De Man (Suicide Fox)-Level 2 Spear-Paid-1/1
Mar 206:
1. De Man (Suicide Fox)-Level 3 Judgment Book-Paid-2/2
2. Deng Yue (Bonaparte)-Level 3 Jewelery-Owes 110-1/1
Apr 206:
1. De Man (Suicide Fox)-Level 3 Judgment Book-Paid-1/1
2. Huang Fu (nstroud)-Level 2 Speed Horse-Paid-1/1
May 206:
1. Lin Xin (Lin Xin)-Level 3 Judgment Book-Paid-1/1
2. throwing Knives
Jun 206:
1. Yi Zhiwen (Cao Chao)-2att/2spd Horse-Paid-1/1
2. Lei Tian (Akira)-Level 3 Intelligence Book-Paid-1/2
3. Lin Xin (Lin Xin)-Level 3 Command Book-Paid-1/1*
Jul 206:
1. Lei Tian (Akira)-Level 3 Intelligence Book-Paid-2/2
2. +5 speed horse for Chou Yu-Paid-1/1*
Aug 206:
1. Lei Tian (Akira)-Level 3 Intelligence Book-Paid-1/2
2. +1att/+2spd horse (Alexandrus(Weiqi))-Paid-1/1*
Sep 206:
1. Lei Tian (Akira)-Level 3 Intelligence Book-Paid-2/2
2. Javalin (Alexandrus(Weiqi))-Paid-1/1*
Oct 206:
1. +3 Jewelery for De Man (Suicide Fox)-Paid-1/1*
2. +1 Sword named "Candlestick" for Brother Dun-Paid-1/1*
Nov 206:
1. +4 Judge Book Titled "Treatise on Qin Economics for Big Grizzy-Paid-1/1*
2. +5 Speed Horse for Ba Rong (Lionheart)-Paid-1/1*
Dec 206:
1. Bow for Pang Zhou (Wokimo)-Paid-1/1*
2. +4 Cha Robes for Puyang Shuang (Unchained Phoenix)-Paid-1/1*
Jan 207:
1. +4 Armor for Wild Wolf-Paid-1/1
2. Personal Day
Feb 207:
1. Personal Day
2. Personal Day
Mar 207:
1. Personal Day
2. Personal Day

[Bonaparte]

Deng Yue walks into the quaint shop.

Deng Yue: Hello, I have read every book that I have in my home, and I'm looking for a new one to read.

OOC: Judgement +3 book for 225 gold? I can pay 140 now, and the rest later, or however you do it here at your shop. If that's not doable, then a +2 judgement book for 135 gold.

[Zhou Kahn]

Mai Zu smiled at the customer, pulling out her book of dues.

Mai Zu: "Why certainly! I can finish that this month if you like. It will be 225 gold in total."

((OOC: that's fine :) just give her what you got and I'll get it done this month. then i'll need the rest before you can get it. :) ))

[Suicide Fox]

"Excuse me," Came the voice of a traveler, a man with wild white hair and blue armor. His face was marked with tattoos and was very noble looking, the polite smile across his lips at least indicated he was friendly. "I've come seeking a manual of a specific kind. Can you help me?" Reaching into a satchel at his side, he retrieved a piece of scroll and handed it over.

[Book for +3 Jud over 2 months]

[Zhou Kahn]

Mai zu smiled sweetly as the man entered, welcoming him and introducing herself. He came over right away, explaining the situation and handed her a slip of paper. She bit her lip for a moment as she read it, before looking at the traveler and smiling.

Mai Zu: "Very specific indeed. Hmm... given two months or so, I could certainly get what you need for you. I would also require 200 gold."

Handing the paper back to him, she spoke once more.

Mai Zu: "So, it would be 200 gold. In two months you can come back and retrieve your text. Would that be satisfactory sir?"

[Suicide Fox]

"I used to have a Qiangshu instructor that told me this text was a must read. I can't even pronouce the name." De Man admitted with a hesitant smile. Four pouches hung by his side and he delved into one to produce the gold for the book. From the jingling of the other pouches, it hinted he had much more despite his vagabond appearance.

De Man pays 200 gold for a +3 Jud book.

"This is a pretty interesting shop you have here, I hear there is a lot to choose from. What got you in to this sort of trade?"

[Zhou Kahn]

Mai Zu couldn't help but notice the noise coming from the other pouches. Her ears nearly twitched at the sound. However she kept herself collected and with a smile on her lips. She received the gold, counted it to be sure, and then marked it in her books. Hearing his words about her shop, she glanced up at the man, tucking a bit of her hair behind her ear. Her cheeks were a slight pink at the compliment as she put the book away.

Mai Zu: "Thank you, I like the atmosphere i've been able to create here. I've always had a natural talent with my hands. When I was young I was carving toys out of wood scraps and about 12 years ago started metal works and really began my studies. My father was an engineer and also taught me some aspects of that."

She eyed his armor then, a rather odd piece of work.

Mai Zu: "I'm not bad with making armor, but this piece you wear... may I take a look?"

She motioned to it then, showing genuine interest.

[Suicide Fox]

"Certainly," He nodded, taking a few moments to undo his armor. Since he'd applied rings and fasteners to different sections of the armor to ensure a more comfortable fit, it took him a little longer to remove it. "It's not often that you hear about a woman who knows the way of the forge." De Man said, lifting the armor over his head and holding it with both hands. He offered it to her to take a look.

"I started learning when I was very young, by my father. Being a blacksmith runs in my blood, I guess. I made this piece myself, but it's nothing extraordinary other than the color and these fasteners." He pointed at the sides, where a piece of strong material was used so that the armor could fit any person comfortably by adjusting it in several places.

"Do you.. run this shop alone?"

[Zhou Kahn]

Zu took the armor in her hands, setting it down on the counter gently. She slid her hands over the metal. It was well crafted, certainly not the best in the world, but the care was there. the fasteners and rings were a great idea of course. She had never personally used that tactic before, in this respect, but she had seen the basic idea before. As he spoke, she couldn't help but smiling, her face still pink as she tucked her hair behind her ear once again.

Mai Zu: "Yes, it is rare I suppose. I just couldn't help myself though... i just wanted to learn more than sewing and writing. But you made this? It is impressive, the way you have constructed it together. I may have to steal this idea."

She smiled sweetly, passing the armor back to him.

Mai Zu: "And yes, I do run this place by myself. There is a girl who I have hired to come in occasionally, to clean and the such, but besides that, no one else is here but me!"

She smiled then, leaning forward on the counter.