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Posted: **Sat Apr 25, 2020 4:42 pm**

The Front Page Shop

In the early 98th AoS year a scholarly couple from the Academy opened a bookstore, unaware that they had created what would eventually be a popular joint within Alfsos. While books and reading was never always the first choice for any typical Atinorin, those at the Academy quickly took favor and frequented the business. By late 104 AoS the Front Page bookstore had earned enough to expand on it's business, and due to a passionate love for the literary arts; a printing room became the additional part of the shop's growing success.

Ever since 105 Aos the Front Page has not only sold books and articles, but also printed them in partnership with the Academy and it's students. The proprietress Mirielle has spearheaded the journalism front since it's addition, allowing intern and tutorship for aspiring writers; most of which are often from the Academy itself. The Front Page does everything it can to help promote local businesses, as well as spread the latest word around the city as well. Yet there is one thing Mirielle prides her journalistic fronts on, and it's that whatever is printed is absolute truth.

Therefore any who attempt to spread gossip or rumor, find themselves called out by the chief editor herself; and tested before they're publishing privileges are revoked.

The bookstore is fitted so that the first two rooms are stocked with books, considerably the library, where customers can shop for a book or visit for a quick read. While the rooms in back are customized into offices and a printing area, so that students partaking in Miri's journalism front have a place to work quietly. While there is a staircase that leads up to the second floor of the building, that usually remains closed off to the public; due to it leading up to the rooms of those who run the bookstore.

Services

Books
General Topics 25 DF a copy
Covers a broad range of topics and genres

Specific Topics 50 DF a copy
Typically covers one specified topic, normally trade or skill related copy.

Magic Related Topics
Note: Because magic is such a personal subject to the author, the value of these books must be negotiated on prior to purchase.

Personal Magic Subject (Novice)
A tome that's been filled with a compilation of personal notes, based on the discipline the previous owner wrote before it came in possession of the store.

Personal Magic Subject (Apprentice)
A tome that's been filled with a pretty extensive amount of personal notes and experiences, based on the discipline the previous owner wrote before it came in possession of the store.

World Magic Subject (Novice)
A tome filled with pictograph symbols the previous owner has written within, usually requiring time to study and decipher to understand the methods of the previous owner who has written within it.

World Magic Subject (Apprentice)
A tome filled with a pretty extensive amount of pictograph symbols the previous owner has written within, usually requiring time to study and decipher to understand the methods of the previous owner who has written within it.

Memberships

A staple among those at the Academy, Memberships are cards that can be purchased from the Front Page. They provide the card owner with privileges of loaning books for a small amount of time, and all books are inspected upon loaning and receiving them; so any who return a book damaged must pay a compensation fee for it's repair.

Silver 50 DF
Silver Membership owners are given a library card outlined with a silver border. They're allowed to check out up to three books at a time, and hold onto them for up to a week maximum. These memberships have to be renewed every two seasons.

Gold 100 DF
Gold Membership owners are given a library card outlined with a gold border. They're allowed to check out up to six books at a time, and can hold onto them for a maximum of two weeks. These memberships require a renewal once every year.

Extra Fees
If a book is simply overdue past it's check out period, a simple 10 DF is charged per every day it is late. If a book is damaged when it's turned in however, an extra fee of 100 DF is accosted to repair it. Refusal to do so will terminate a reader's membership.

Jobs

The following are professions welcome for hire at The Front Page:
(Note: Please refer to the Professions section of the Price List to determine wages)

Cartographer
Maps are a crucial part of travelling, therefore they're always in high demand.

Clerk
There's always a position usually open, clerks typically must keep bookshelves orderly; and always provide happy service to those within the store.

Engineer
A handyman to make sure the printing presses are maintained is crucial.

Journalist
Aspiring writers will work under the care and tutelage of Mrs. Miri herself.

Investigator/Explorer/Researcher
Information is a crucial part of the writing business.

Mercenary (Basic Missions)
Believe it or not there's always somebody who fails to turn in a book or four... which is why the Front Page hires people to kindly bring them back.

Papermaker
Papermakers are a vital asset as they provide sheets for journalists and parchments for book binding.

Teacher/Instructor
Whether from the Academy or just a local tutor, the study area is always welcoming another scholarly addition.

The Front Page Inn NPC List
Moderator's Note: Players are welcome to use these NPCs if they're writing about this location.

Jorgen Lancaster

Race: Human
DoB: Glade 12, 60 AoS
Title: Owner
NPC Type: Local
NPC Influence: Level 2

Jorgen is a jaunty man who values humor above all else, hopeful to see his customers leaving with a smile before too long. Wittiness aside however he takes his role as a bookkeeper rather seriously, believing that books are what will help mortalkind one day grow into something greater. As a young scholar he had always sought to learn more, eager to understand the workings of the world. When he'd met his beloved Mirielle however, that's when he knew life at the Academy wasn't enough. Thus he set out on his biggest business venture yet, unaware of the thriving success he garnered from the Academy's support also. While books are the foundation of his life, he's never afraid to admit that his family has been what's motivated him.

Thus he's always eager to teach a willing soul, usually through a impressionable story, just how powerful words can be when at one's disposal. Jorgen is also responsible for the owl, Erwin, who happens to be the stores favorite mascot.

Skills:

Animal Husbandry: Journeyman	Animal Training: Journeyman	Appraisal: Expert	Blades: Journeyman	Business Management: Master
Engineering: Apprentice	Etiquette: Journeyman	Linguistics: Journeyman	Logistics: Journeyman	Negotiation: Expert
Persuasion: Expert	Research: Master	Storytelling: Master	Unarmed Combat: Apprentice

Mirielle Lancaster

Race: Human
DoB: Searing 52, 58 AoS
Title: Owner, Chief Editor
NPC Type: Local
NPC Influence: Level 2

Believe it or not Mirielle started out as a barmaid, aspiring for fame and fortune on the stage at a young age. Her wild and spirited personality has always made impressions on those she has met, yet the aspiring star had found it far too challenging to achieve such goals; but where the world of books was concerned anything was possible. Mirielle learned that through reading she could escape from the world, and venture into new ones through the power of storytelling. Thus when she met and fell in love with Jorgen, it was only natural that she opened a book shop with him. Books became the very thing she knew, and while her talent for writing grew better; her tenacity alone is what enabled her to begin the journalism industry.

Thanks to all her effort at the Academy, Mirielle has established a rather successful branch in her business. When she became Chief Editor of The Front Page articles, she did it with the sole intent of bringing truth and joy to the rest of Atinaw.

Skills:

Acting: Journeyman	Appraisal: Journeyman	Business Management: Master	Cryptography: Expert	Etiquette: Journeyman
Investigation: Journeyman	Leadership: Expert	Linguistics: Expert	Logistics: Expert	Negotiation: Journeyman
Persuasion: Expert	Research: Master	Storytelling: Master	Teaching: Expert	Writing: Master

Gerald Lancaster

Race: Human
DoB: Glade 40, 88 AoS
Title: Journalist, Printer
NPC Type: Local
NPC Influence: Level 2

The only child born within the Lancaster family, Gerald was considerably raised as the 'miracle child' of the scholars. He's a jolly fellow with a mildly fierce temperament, with a penchant for alcohol during his spare time. Gerald grew up knowing mostly the world of books as a child, understanding their importance at an early age thanks to his parents. While he doesn't display innate passion for reading and tomes, he certainly enjoys the expression of his own thoughts through written words. As he grew he also learned the mechanics of the printing press, and has since taken over it's maintenance for his father; since neither Jorgen or Miri aren't as young as they used to be.

Skills:

Appraisal: Apprentice	Blades: Apprentice	Business Management: Apprentice	Engineering: Journeyman	Etiquette: Apprentice
Forgery: Journeyman	Investigation: Journeyman	Linguistics: Apprentice	Logistics: Journeyman	Negotiation: Journeyman
Persuasion: Journeyman	Psychology: Apprentice	Research: Expert	Storytelling: Apprentice	Unarmed Combat: Journeyman
Writing: Journeyman

Reyna Portova

Race: Human
DoB: Searing 8th, 90 AoS
Title: Journalist
NPC Type: Personal (Companion)
NPC Influence: Level 3

Driven and dedicated to the idea of bringing truth to the world, Reyna joined the journalism track from the Academy branch. Growing up she has always had a connection to the page of books, but it wasn't until a tragedy befell her parents that she took to writing. Years later when she discovered the Front Page through word of peers, Reyna made it her first priority to join so that she could help the world in her own way. Through written word she's not only come to open up more, but grow close to the Lancaster's in the time she's worked under them.

Skills:
For a list of Reyna's skills, please refer to her tab section in the post linked.

Note: Since Reyna is a personal companion, one might consider pming Patrick; if they wish to set up an interview or interact with her.

Credit: Patrick