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Graded [Stonewall Town / Kirkwall Town] (Caelia Barony) Where Nobody's Bean Before

Anastasia Von Arbin
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Anastasia listened intently as Mayor Kirk reminisced about Steelhaven, filing the information away even though it appeared not to be directly relevant. The mention of someone growing up in this small village and making a name for themselves in the capital piqued her interest, though she sensed that this wasn't the time to delve deeper. “A remarkable story nonetheless,” she commented, acknowledging the girl’s achievements. “It seems Kirkwall has produced talent that even the capital couldn't ignore.”

As the conversation turned back to the matter at hand, Anastasia nodded thoughtfully at the mayor’s approach to the situation. “Simi, is it? I trust your judgment, and if she’s as useful as you say, I look forward to meeting her.” At the mention of Sylvan, she hesitated for a moment before shaking her head. “Unfortunately, no, I am not fluent in Sylvan."

When the conversation shifted to the potential of marketing cocoa products as a 'Kirkwall original,' Anastasia’s eyes brightened slightly, her business instincts kicking in. She could appreciate the mayor’s sharpness, seeing it as a valuable asset rather than a hindrance. “That’s certainly an idea worth exploring,” she replied with a measured smile. “It would raise the profile of the village and encourage further growth. I’d be open to such an arrangement, but only if certain conditions are met.”

She paused, considering the full implications of his request. “Of course, it will take some time to develop the process and ensure everything is up to standard. But of course so long as It would benefit both the village and the enterprise, I'd be willing to return to this topic at a later date.”

Anastasia took another sip of her tea, her gaze steady. “As long as our goals align, Mayor Kirk, I believe we can make this a success.”

Elvario Elvario
 
Tag and character goal:
Ersatra Ersatra Anastasia Von Arbin – Obtain a Chocolate Bean Farm | Get permission/land/property arranged. | Make it so the property can run as a its own Chocolate Bean Business.

Kirkwall
Country of Ryken, County of Sadek, Barony of Caelia, Kirkwall
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From: Forge of Empires (browser game)

Mayor Kirk
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“Oh?” The mayor stated, upon Anastasia suggesting 'certain conditions' to be met. “It would, I can assure, make it something people are more motivated to aid with.” There was some regional pride that would likely be beneficial if used correctly, or detrimental if rubbed the wrong way.

They were shortly interrupted by a woman barging in.

Simi
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“{This the one?}” She spoke in Sylvan, pointing at Anastasia.


“Ehmm.. yes” The guard followed her in shortly after.

Turning to Anastasia, she'd continue in Sylvan. “{So, what do you want with me? Getting the mayor to fetch me and all.}”

“I believe you'll have to use common.” The mayor stated, though his tone sounded more like a command.

“Gods, I hate speaking this dreadful noise. What do you want?” She'd ask, now in Common.
 
Anastasia Von Arbin
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Anastasia's lips curved into a playful smile as she leaned slightly back in the chair and turned to glance back at Simi, her red eyes gleaming with mischief. “Well, aren’t you a firecracker?” she remarked, clearly unbothered by Simi's abrupt manner. “But I like a bit of spirit—it keeps things interesting.”

She crossed her legs, her tone light as she continued, “I’m not here to waste your time, so I’ll get straight to the point. I’m in the business of bringing something special to Kirkwall—cocoa farming. Mayor Kirk here says you might be the one to point me in the right direction. Word is, there’s an elf, or maybe someone from the Elven Village nearby, who knows about cocoa beans and how to grow them.”

Anastasia paused for a moment, letting the words sink in before adding with a teasing edge, “Now, I’m guessing you don’t exactly roll out of bed every day thinking, ‘How can I help a noble with her fancy plans?’ But trust me, this is worth your while. If you can connect me with someone who knows their way around cocoa beans, you’ll not only have me in your debt, but you’ll also be setting up Kirkwall for something a lot bigger than bread rolls.”

She uncrossed her legs, her smile widening just a bit. “So, what do you say? Feel like helping me stir up a little magic in this sleepy village?” Laughing softly Anastasia would add with a smirk "Or would that be far too dreadful for you to bear?"
Elvario Elvario
 
Tag and character goal:
Ersatra Ersatra Anastasia Von Arbin – Obtain a Chocolate Bean Farm | Get permission/land/property arranged. | Make it so the property can run as a its own Chocolate Bean Business.

Kirkwall
Country of Ryken, County of Sadek, Barony of Caelia, Kirkwall
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From: Forge of Empires (browser game)

Simi
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“Firecracker?” She'd raise an eyebrow. “{Insulting me in foreign languages already. May the Spirit King use your corpse to fertilise our Dryad's rooting spots.}” She sneered back in Sylvan, misunderstanding the remark entirely due to the unfamiliar word.

“You like spirit? Sure.” She had no clue what she was meant to do with that information. The last bit was a tad more informative. “Good.” She listened to the actual information. “Cocoa farming?” She chuckled at the mention of someone knowing how to grow them. “You're looking at her. The fruit's decent, but not that popular. I heard some folk tried making other stuff with it, at some points, possibly in Widersia? Anyhow, I can't recall off the top of my head. All I know is that I couldn't get it to sell well here.” She'd remark.

“{I'd rather think how to fuck over some noble plans. It's a lot more fun.}” She'd smile, speaking Sylvan again. Then in Common. “Ah, my bad. I forget to use this awful tongue. I don't exactly care much about Kirkwall... so what's in it for me?” She asked.

Mayor Kirk
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The mayor decided to interfere. “The elven village is formally still part of Kirkwall. I assure you, this woman's deal would benefit it just as much, if not more.”

“Sure it would.” She stated, voice dripping with doubt and sarcasm. Looking directly at Anastasia. “Now why would some {fancy stuck-up looking} noble woman manage to sell a fruit that I couldn't market to these tasteless bastards here?”
 
Anastasia Von Arbin
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Anastasia chuckled softly, leaning back in her chair and shaking her head as if amused by the whole exchange. “Oh, this visit was definitely worth the trip,” she mused aloud, casting a sideways glance at the mayor before turning her full attention back to Simi. The playful glint in her eyes had returned.

“Well, Simi, it sounds like you’ve got the growing part down. Clearly, you know your way around these fruits better than most. But,” Anastasia leaned forward slightly, a smile teasing at the corners of her lips, “it’s not just about knowing how to cultivate them, is it? It’s about turning that hard work into something that sells. You may be skilled at growing them, but—” she paused, raising an eyebrow with a playful grin, “maybe selling them just isn’t your strong suit.”

She let the remark hang in the air for a moment, then continued in a more casual tone, “You see, we’re in the same boat, just on opposite ends. I can’t grow these fruits, not like you can. But I can sell them. That’s where I come in. You bring your skill with the soil, and I’ll bring mine with the market. Together, we might just create something neither of us could do alone.”

Anastasia's expression shifted slightly, more serious but still teasing. “Now, as for what’s in it for you... if you’re not too concerned with Kirkwall’s gain, perhaps you’d prefer the Elven village to profit more directly? I could see to it that they’re a bigger part of the equation, more involved in what’s to come. If Kirkwall’s not your concern, surely your own people are. Though if you wish to benefit yourself over all else I suppose I could work with that too.”

She raised an eyebrow again, her smile returning as she waited for Simi’s response.
Elvario Elvario
 
Tag and character goal:
Ersatra Ersatra Anastasia Von Arbin – Obtain a Chocolate Bean Farm | Get permission/land/property arranged. | Make it so the property can run as a its own Chocolate Bean Business.

Kirkwall
Country of Ryken, County of Sadek, Barony of Caelia, Kirkwall
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From: Forge of Empires (browser game)

Simi
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“Well, yeah.” She'd reply regarding the growing part. “Oh, {fuck off you prick}, it's just these folk being unable to appreciate something that they haven't eaten thousands of times before.” She reacted, seeming to be offended. She was still 'clever' enough to keep the cursing to Sylvan though, though one might assume these words wore no-good from their tone alone.

“Pfft. Sure you can.” She scoff, clearly not believing it. “The only folk that seem to sell them are those that get deals with fancy places like the Duchy or Widersia that somehow turn 'em into other products. I don't think you're one of those now, are you?” She squinted. “Actually, I know an easy solution. Pay me up front. Then I'll get you all the Cocoa Beans you want and it'll be your problem to sell them.”

As for who'd benefit, she scoffed. “{Bloody nobles thinking money will just make everyone bend the knee.}” She grumbled. “Whom I care about is my deal. We might... MIGHT... have a deal. Yet I want to know for sure that you'll pay, rather than just go bankrupt due to being unable to sell them and defaulting. I'm not growing the beans only for you to fail worse than I did.” She'd argue. In fact, there was a bit of [Intimidation F] present in her voice as her posture got a tad more aggressive.
 
Anastasia Von Arbin
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Anastasia felt the shift in Simi’s tone, and a faint ripple of tension ran through her. The elf's posture and the subtle threat in her voice triggered a gut reaction of fight or flight, sparking something in Anastasia that turned her teasing demeanour cold in an instant. Her red eyes narrowed, and the faintest clenching of her jaw betrayed her rising irritation.

She leaned forward, her voice low and controlled but with a sharp edge. Enough. The playful tone was gone, replaced by a chilling seriousness. “You’re not seeing the bigger picture here. This isn’t about you and your little patch of crops. This is about creating something larger than yourself, something that could bring more wealth and opportunity to your village than you've likely ever seen. Had you even remotely thought through this deal you'd see how with this transaction you could singlehandedly place yourself and that village you say isn't a part of Kirkwall on the map as its own. But no—" she paused, eyes locked on Simi's, "you’re too focused on squeezing a quick payment out of me, afraid to even take a risk or look anyway past the near future.”

Anastasia’s fingers tapped the arm of her chair as her words grew sharper. “You think I can’t find someone else to help me with this? You really believe you’re the only person capable of growing cocoa beans in this entire region? I’m giving you the chance to be a part of something bigger, but if all you care about is immediate profit, then I have no use for you.”

She rose from her chair, standing tall as she fixed her icy gaze on the elf. “If you want your payment up front and don’t care for the outcome, I’ll take my business elsewhere—far elsewhere. Perhaps I’ll find someone from outside the elven village, someone who can appreciate the opportunity without threatening to strong-arm me for a few gold pieces.”

Turning her focus back to the Mayor, Anastasia's cold eyes fell to his own. Had the man ever met her grandfather he would surely have seen a frightening resemblance. The crest stitched to her blazer stuck out, a lion mid roar. This was a member of the Von Arbin Family - This was a person born into a family of cut-throat business legends.

"Mr. Kirk. How quickly can you prepare for me two plots of land? One for agricultural use and the other for industrial?"

Elvario Elvario


[Nobility C]
[Business D]

Narrative Booster F - Make a Business Deal​
 
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Tag and character goal:
Ersatra Ersatra Anastasia Von Arbin – Obtain a Chocolate Bean Farm | Get permission/land/property arranged. | Make it so the property can run as a its own Chocolate Bean Business.

Kirkwall
Country of Ryken, County of Sadek, Barony of Caelia, Kirkwall
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From: Forge of Empires (browser game)

Although her noble status and business instincts had granted Anastasia the ability to not be intimidated enough to just cave in, her 'counter' wasn't strong enough to convince Simi. If anything, it seemed to make things worse.

Simi
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You're not seeing the bigger picture here. Do you think you're the first one to come up with fancy plans, or ask for huge favours? You're asking me to grow difficult to grow crops and I'll just have to take the word for it that you'll return and pay me? We don't all just keel over for stuck-up noble bitches.” She'd reply, not even bothering to use Sylvan on that one.

“Oh, the only thing rich are your words, wealth and opportunity? If that were true, surely you'd have something to show for it, no? Yet here you are, claiming you can sell them and just assuming I'll say 'yes madam, I'm going to spent all my time and effort into growing them and I'll just starve to death when you fail to deliver and can't pay me later' like a good little Fae pet? The only reason I want my money now is to know I'll have it to begin with. I don't need more business clever types that'll just 'default' bullshit their way into bankruptcy and leave you with nothing but unsellable fruits or produce.”

“Well then fuck off out of this barony and take it far, far else...”

Mayor Kirk
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“ENOUGH!” For just one word, the mayor seemed a totally different person (Intimidation C, Persuasion C). It was enough to instantly shut Simi up. The mayor was quick to go back to his far less-impressive self, though the impact lasted.

“Whilst I understand some reluctance to take on a job that you do not deem likely to succeed, this is an endeavour that's gotten the approval of lady Nightsharde and through her, of the Baroness herself. Miss Von Arbin is not your average conman and I'd highly suggest you to stop treating her as such.”

He then turned to Anastasia. “Preparing the plots of land should be easy enough. We'll just need to clear some rocks and even it out. Though, I should ask, what type of industrial use? Depending on what you're planning on industry, its location would need to be picked with care as to avoid issues.”

Simi
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“You really think that winged newcomer...” She started, then shook her head. Suddenly, a smile appeared. “Oh, how about this? If you're all so sure this will work, why don't we sign a contract that'll make the miss personally responsible for repaying? I'll get her the best quality cocoa beans in all of Ryke, no, even in all of the second continent. I'll use magic to enhance them, grow them faster. I'll dedicate as much of my time and resources to it as I possibly can. I'll make very sure that they'll be spotless, plentiful and as near-perfect as possible. So that when the miss fails to sell them, it'll be on her and her alone, and so that when she ends up needing to work my fields to repay me, there will be nobody who can ever claim foul play.” She smiled. “Now, how's that sound?If you're convinced of your plans, surely there's nothing to risk here, no?” Her words had sounded at least somewhat persuasive (Persuasion F), especially with her promise of putting in a lot of effort.
 
Anastasia Von Arbin
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Anastasia stood firm, her expression cooling into something more precise and calculated. Simi's hostility was expected, but the contract offer was interesting—an opening she could use to her advantage. She turned her attention first to the mayor, addressing his question with a composed professionalism that belied the tension in the room.

“I plan to establish a processing plant,” Anastasia explained, “to transform the harvested cocoa beans into a new product—something more refined and desirable for luxury markets. The process involves fermentation, roasting, and additional steps that would require proximity both to the farmland and a main road. Efficient transportation of both raw and finished goods will be essential, so the location needs to strike a balance between access to the crops and easy distribution routes.”

She allowed a brief pause to let the practicality of her plan sink in before she turned back to Simi, her voice growing colder but without a hint of emotional reaction.

“As for your terms, Simi,” Anastasia began, her gaze steady, “I’ll agree to them—on one condition. While I accept personal responsibility for repaying you if this venture fails, I retain ownership of the farm and all associated business operations. That includes the land, the crops, and every bean you grow. You’ll be paid for your efforts, but make no mistake, this farm will be mine.”

She leaned forward slightly, her eyes narrowing just enough to convey her seriousness. “You can dedicate all the time and magic you want to ensuring the crops are perfect. That’s what I’m paying you for. But if you expect me to put my reputation on the line and risk everything, you’d better believe that the business itself—and any profits it generates—belongs to me. If I fail, I’ll pay you back as per our agreement. But if I succeed, you’ll be well compensated for your work. This isn’t about enriching just myself or just you—it’s about building something profitable that benefits both of us.”

Her voice lowered, sharpened with a cutting edge of finality. “I will retain 60 Percent of the business and you will have a share of 40.”
Turning to the Mayor, Anastasia's voice softened "As for you cut of the pie Mr Mayor. Ownership of the processing plant will be split 60% to myself, 10% to yourself and 30% to whomever it is I decide to hire to run the place. That may seem small to you but considering you'll be claiming tax from both businesses I think it's fair. Not only will it ensure you get a say on the board but you'll also see jobs and money injected into the local economy."

Looking between the two Anastasia asked finally "Do we have a deal?"

Elvario Elvario

Business D
Narrative Booster F - Make a Business
Deal​
 
Tag and character goal:
Ersatra Ersatra Anastasia Von Arbin – Obtain a Chocolate Bean Farm | Get permission/land/property arranged. | Make it so the property can run as a its own Chocolate Bean Business.

OOC: This'll be the last round for this RP. Get any last deals/mentions in whist you can. After your next post I'll wrap it up. (Also, for some assets, obtaining the [Wealth] skill to buying them in-RP might be needed in the long run, as not all might be easy to come up with extended RP's for.)

Kirkwall
Country of Ryken, County of Sadek, Barony of Caelia, Kirkwall
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From: Forge of Empires (browser game)

Mayor Kirk
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“A processing plant?” It wasn't exactly a familiar word to him. “Most of the farmland is located along the roads, that part should be easy. So long as it doesn't need water or a vast, even-surfaced area, there are plenty of options. Only the amount of available water and flat surface area are somewhat lacking.” He'd add. “Would any of these processes generate noise, waste or other things that the inhabitants of Kirkwall might experience trouble from? Depending on that, we'll have to put it further out of the town.” It was clear he was unwilling to risk creating future complaints from his citizens about the new industry being a source of complaints for them.

Simi
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“Oh? You got more guts than I gave you credit for.” She sounded genuinely surprised when Anastasia agreed to her terms. “Fine by me. Though, in turn, I won't be using any of my own land for growing them. Only the land you and the mayor agree upon. That's only fair, no?” She countered.

The 'benefit for both' part seemed to not hit at all, until the '40' share was mentioned. “You for real?” She asked, even more surprised than before. “Okay, hold up, by share, you mean, like, 40% of the profits of the farm goes to me? Wait, hold, is that excluding the normal payment for the beans or including..? You're not just going to claim you're making no profits and use that to refuse paying me, right? Or claim your profits are horrible and only pay pennies in total?” It was clear she was surprised and confused in equal measure, unsure if she was being tricked into something sounding too generous to be true or not.

Mayor Kirk
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The mayor contemplated the offer on his end. “The deal does sound fair, but I do believe we'd need more concrete plans first. Farmland is easier to appoint than new buildings, especially if those buildings might cause trouble for its surroundings. At this point, I'm afraid the best I can offer is to return to the topic at a later date.” (Can't really make this deal in the span of this RP I fear.)
 
Anastasia Von Arbin
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Anastasia smiled coolly at Simi’s reaction, satisfied that she’d shaken the elf’s earlier hostility. This kind of negotiation was where she excelled, and the power shift in the conversation was palpable. Turning first to the mayor, she addressed his concerns with calm assurance.

“The processing plant will generate minimal noise, primarily during roasting, but it won’t be disruptive. There will be some waste from the fermentation process, though nothing harmful. We’ll implement measures to control any potential runoff or smells, ensuring that neither Kirkwall nor the nearby farmland suffers from it. I can promise we’ll comply with local standards. As for water, we’ll require a steady supply for the fermentation, but it’s not a large-scale operation that would drain local resources. The plant can be located farther from the village if that eases concerns—somewhere along the main road, as long as it’s still close to the farm. But that can be discussed at a later date as you say.”

She then shifted her focus back to Simi, her tone sharp yet controlled. “I don’t plan on using any of your land, and that’s fair. You’ll grow the crops on the land provided, and I’ll handle everything from there.”

Anastasia tilted her head slightly, eyes gleaming with a mix of authority and cold calculation as she clarified the deal further for Simi, cutting through the elf's confusion.

"No, you won't be paid for the beans," she began, her voice calm but firm. "The beans are not yours—they belong to the company. You’ll be paid a wage, a fair one, for your time and expertise in cultivating them. But beyond that, you'll receive 40% of the company's profits as a partner in the venture."

She let that sink in for a moment before continuing. "Understand this clearly: you’re not just growing cocoa beans for me. You’re helping build a business, and the success of that business will benefit you directly. That 40% is not based on the sale of the beans themselves but on the company’s total profits. And since I’ll be managing the selling and marketing side, you won’t have to worry about how to offload the product."

Leaning in slightly, her expression sharpened. "I’ll take on the risk of selling them, and if we succeed—and we will—that’s when you’ll see real returns. Your wage guarantees you a steady income, but the real wealth lies in the profits from this venture. If that sounds too generous, it’s because I see potential here. If you'd rather turn it down, feel free. But make no mistake, this is a rare opportunity, and I’d advise you not to let it slip away."

Anastasia’s tone was crisp, allowing no room for misunderstanding. "So, the question is, are you ready to be part of something bigger? Or would you prefer to walk away and leave the profits to someone else?"

Elvario Elvario

Business D
Narrative Booster F - Make a Business Deal​
 
Tag and character goal:
Ersatra Ersatra Anastasia Von ArbinObtain a Chocolate Bean Farm | Get permission/land/property arranged. | Make it so the property can run as a its own Chocolate Bean Business.

Kirkwall
Country of Ryken, County of Sadek, Barony of Caelia, Kirkwall
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From: Forge of Empires (browser game)

Mayor Kirk
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The mayor nodded along with Anastasia's descriptions. There was only one part where he shook his head. “The type of industry you have in mind would be unheard of. As such, there are few local standards in place. We'll have to find and resolve things as we go, though I am sure this can be done in good faith.” The rest was indeed for a later day.

Simi
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The Elf took some time to add things up, only to realise it was all in her advantage. Getting a wage meant that even if the beans somehow failed, be it due to bandits, monsters, war, vandalism or droughts, she'd still be paid. That meant that, even without the promise of a 40% bonus, she'd be able to just spent her time and energy growing them without much worry about keeping side-hustles to ensure an income should the Beans fail.

The total profit margin made her wonder. It sounded like the marketing tactic of just putting all money back into the business, leaving no profit and there not paying any bonuses. Then again, she had little knowledge about economics, so perhaps she was too pessimistic once more. In the end, she caved. “Very well. The other Elves might declare me insane for working with some random Human nobelwoman, so I'd hope you're going to ensure they'll be proven wrong.” She'd state with a smirk, reaching out a hand to shake to seal the deal.

The End

Narrators Involved (List the narrators who participated in the roleplay.)
Elvario Elvario

Narrator Standing (Provide the standing of each narrator involved, including links to their standing sheets for reference.)
Elvario Elvario

Standing Grade S from:
Kalina Chivernu
Ceylan
Victorique Sopheana
Regula Caelia
Zahrah Fiore

Standing Grade A from:
Euthalia Apricot

Standing Grade C from:
Deliverance

Standing Grade D from:
Saoirse Desrosiers

Standing Grade E from:
Almeida
Amice Bellamy

Summary of the Roleplay (Briefly summarize the events and main storyline of the roleplay.)
Anastasia Von Arbin set out to discuss the options of starting a Cacao Bean farm with Nightshade, one of baroness Caelia's Advisers in Stonewall. After Anastasia managed to convince her of the potential, she traversed to Kirkwall. There, she furthered the deal with mayor Kirk and found an Elf (Simi) from the nearby Elven village that was willing to operate the farm.

Goal Achievement (Indicate whether the goal of the roleplay was accomplished. Note that this affects grading, as failed roleplays typically receive lesser rewards.)
The goal of obtaining a Chocolate / Cacao Bean Farm has been achieved.

Criminal Acts Perpetrated (List any criminal acts committed during the roleplay, with links to the specific posts where they occurred.)
None occurred.

Lore to Establish (Detail any new lore you'd like to introduce, including brief descriptions for lore moderators, links to the posts where the lore was established, nation of origin associated with the lore.)
All relevant lore was already established previously. Future RP's might warrant the addition of a chocolate industry to Kirkwall's entry.

Partial Participants (Provide a list of partial participants, including their character names and roleplayer (RPer) names.)
Not applicable.

Partial Participant Invaders (Note if any partial participants were invaders. Specify whether world rules or player versus player (PvP) mechanics were utilized.)
Not applicable.

Full-Time Participants(List all full-time participants.)
  • Character name. Anastasia Von Arbin
  • RPer name. Ersatra
  • Link to character sheet. Anastasia Von Arbin

Characters with Point Boosters (Identify any characters who used point boosters, including links to the posts where the boosters were used to gain points (for narrative boosters, the first post in the scene is sufficient)).
  • Character name. Anastasia Von Arbin
  • Type of Point Booster. [Entrepreneur] - Narrative Booster F - Striking a Business Deal
  • Link to relevant post 1. Post
  • Link to relevant post 2. Post

Recommended Titles (Suggest titles for characters based on their actions or outcomes within the roleplay.)
  • Character name. Anastasia Von Arbin
  • Title: [Mysteries Investor] – Character is known to invest in businesses and/or projects that not even all those involved with are fully 'in the know' about, leaving an air of mystery regarding their overall plans and goals.

Assets/Titles Roleplayed For (List any assets or titles that were roleplayed for, along with justifications for each.)
  • Character name. Anastasia Von Arbin
  • Asset: [Kirkwall Cacao Bean Farm] – A farm located near Kirkwall, dedicated to growing Cocoa Beans (Chocolate Beans) and operated (though not owned) by a blue-skinned Elf named Simi.
  • Justification: Obtaining it was the whole goal of the RP.

Characters with [Wanted] or Criminal Titles (Provide a list of characters who already possess the [Wanted] title or any criminal titles.).
Not applicable (at the time of finishing up the RP).

Hunters' Involvement (Indicate whether any characters with the [Wanted] title had their hunters appear or play a part in the roleplay.).
Not applicable (at the time of finishing up the RP).

Special Skills or Assets (List characters possessing Buddy skills, Masterwork skills, Complex Assets.)
Not applicable (at the time of finishing up the RP).

Transactions Performed (Note any transactions that occurred during the roleplay, such as, weapon exchanges, asset transfers.)
Not applicable.

Rules Utilized (Specify the level of rules used in the roleplay.)
No rules. | Some rules. | Advanced in-house (IH) rules
The very bare-bones of some social skills. Would like to use more later to put up more of a challenge when the characters grows more socially powerful. Used some secondary skills and asset as narrative justifications (like the noble status).

Character Sheet Oddities (Mention any noticeable oddities or inconsistencies in character sheets related to their purchases. Note: There's no need for a full evaluation; simply highlight any unusual findings during your review.)
  • None spotted. | Character might need [Wealth] skill to justify some actions (like being able to offer people wages) in the future. Not too sure how much is allowed without it.

Aftermath and Potential Lore Updates (Describe any potential aftermath or consequences based on the events of the roleplay. Suggest any updates that might be needed for the lore.)
Anastasia would obtain the asset and would eventually learn of a first batch of Cacao Fruit being sent her were for approval/testing. Getting a processing plant build would probably require input from some Tinkerers or Engineers in an effort for a later date.

Narrator Bonuses (Recommend any bonuses you'd like to award to narrators based on their performance.)
[Cacao Fruit] – Raw Cacao fruit, sent to Anastasia from her [Cacao Bean Farm] asset.

Additional Notes (Include any other observations or points you'd like feedback on or that require further commentary.)
What's a good way to figure out when a skill like [Wealth] would be needed to justify certain spending, as compared to including it in the asset that'd be RP'ed for in general?
 
Isekai Hell Grade

Elvario Elvario Ersatra Ersatra

Would have preferred more back and forth on the actual deal. Especially since it is for bonus points and the purpose of the whole rp, but perhaps that's just me lol. good that the rp stayed mostly focused on the goal though. Think the mentioning of local challenges to this asset being acquired were hinted at but not explored as much as they coulda been. Was a little confused when the adviser was named nightshade, since the neighboring countess has the same name. Small world I suppose, granted her land has superior cacao farms. This may have already been answered by now, but wealth is just one of any number of ways of justifying an asset's acquisition assuming the asset or person granting the asset can be bought off.

Aftermath

There's a cacao farm in Kirkwall now. Time will tell how it'll fair. The small operation is one bad season away from ruin without additional investment.

Rewards

Points

elvario - 10pts (narrator)

Anastasia Von Arbin - 40pts (Entrepreneur)
optional title acquired [Investor] – Character is known to invest in businesses and/or projects that not even all those involved with are fully 'in the know' about, leaving an air of mystery regarding their overall plans and goals.
optional asset acquired [Kirkwall Cacao Bean Farm F] – A farm located near Kirkwall, dedicated to growing Cocoa Beans (Chocolate Beans) and operated (though not owned) by an elf named simi. Farm is small and both trees and produce are poor quality and fewer in number compared to the farms closer to Ryken.
optional item acquired [Cacao Fruit] – Raw Cacao fruit. Possible snack although the flavor and texture may be wanting. Can be further processed to get the chocolate flavor.
 

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