Traders Establishment The Cataclysm & The War of the Lance The current year for our Dragonlance campaign is set during 351 AC "After Cataclysm". Inspired By Trampas Whiteman

The Trader's Establishment is one of the more important businesses in Ravenvale, serving as the village's primary source for everyday goods, supplies, and equipment. Though only medium-sized, the store is packed from floor to ceiling with crates, barrels, shelves, and cabinets containing a wide assortment of merchandise.

Travelers passing through Ravenvale often find themselves stopping here to replenish provisions before continuing into the surrounding wilderness, while local hunters, woodsmen, and farmers rely upon the shop for tools and household necessities. Despite its modest size, the establishment carries a surprisingly diverse inventory.

Clothing, lanterns, rope, cookware, preserved foods, hunting gear, and countless other practical items can usually be found somewhere within its crowded interior. Goods arrive irregularly through trade caravans and merchants traveling between the settlements of the region, meaning stock often changes from season to season. What cannot be found today may appear next month, while commonly needed supplies occasionally vanish from the shelves without warning.

Those seeking rare or unusual items may discover that owner Jelren Artson is willing to make inquiries through his network of traders and merchants. Given enough coin and patience, he can often acquire uncommon goods from distant settlements. However, Ravenvale's isolation means such requests are far from guaranteed. Exotic merchandise frequently arrives damaged, poorly crafted, or not quite matching the descriptions provided by those selling it. Veterans of the village know to inspect any special-order item carefully before parting with their hard-earned coin.

Jelren Artson himself is a familiar figure throughout Ravenvale. A practical and shrewd merchant, he possesses an uncanny memory for both customers and inventory. Though generally friendly, he is known for driving a hard bargain and rarely misses an opportunity to earn a few extra steel pieces. Beneath his merchant's instincts, however, lies a genuine concern for the village and its people. During difficult winters or times of hardship, Jelren has been known to quietly extend credit to trusted locals, understanding that a thriving Ravenvale ultimately benefits everyone—including himself.

GENERAL GOODS & TRAVEL GEAR
Bedroll, wool-lined: 1sp
Rope, hemp (50 feet): 2sp
Lantern, hooded: 8sp
Oil Flask: 2cp
Torch Bundle (6): 5cp
Flint & Steel: 2sp
Backpack, leather: 2sp
Traveler's Blanket: 7cp
Wooden Bucket: 5cp
Iron Cooking Pot: 1sp
Waterskin: 3cp
Small Tent (1-person): 8sp

FOODSTUFFS & PROVISIONS
Trail Rations (1 day): 7cp
Smoked Trout: 2cp
Salted Venison (per pound): 4cp
Hard Cheese Wheel: 5cp
Dried Berries (small pouch): 3cp
Honey Jar: 6cp
Oats (small sack): 2cp
Fresh Bread Loaf: 2cp
Pickled Turnips (jar): 4cp
Ale, local brew (mug): 1cp
Apple Cider (jug): 4cp

ARMOR & WEAPONS
Club: 5cp
Dagger: 3gp
Hand Axe: 5gp
Spear: 2gp
Shortbow: 15gp
Arrows (20): 2gp
Light Crossbow: 22gp
Crossbow Bolts (20): 2gp
Padded Armor: 7gp
Leather Armor: 14gp
Hide Armor: 20gp
Wooden Shield: 10gp
Iron Helmet: 6gp

ADVENTURING SUPPLIES
Iron Spikes (10): 6cp
Chalk (5 sticks): 1cp
Mirror, polished steel: 8sp
Grappling Hook: 1gp
Bandage Roll: 2cp
Map Case: 6sp
Pouch of Ball Bearings: 1gp
Fishing Tackle Kit: 5sp
Small Hand Bell: 2sp
Lock (simple): 10gp
Crowbar: 8sp

HUNTER'S & WOODSMAN'S SUPPLIES
Animal Trap: 5gp
Skinning Knife: 3gp
Fishing Net: 4sp
Rabbit Snare (set of 3): 2sp
Whetstone: 2cp
Hatchet: 4gp
Winter Cloak, heavy wool: 8sp
Snow Goggles, carved wood: 2gp
Fur Gloves: 3sp

LOCKED CABINET & SPECIAL ORDERS
Silvered Dagger: 35gp
Fine Spyglass: 1,000gp
Ancient Regional Map: 50gp
Masterwork Hunting Bow: 75gp
Dwarven Steel Axe: 60gp
Fine Ink & Quill Set: 15gp
Holy Water Flask: 25gp
Merchant's Ledger, imported: 10gp