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<span class="mu-s">You make some purchases...</span>
<span class="mu-b">You have received... The <span class="mu-s">Torch</span>!</span>
<span class="mu-b">This torch can be used to light fires and provide some illumination while exploring in the dark.</span>
<span class="mu-b">You have received... The <span class="mu-s">Basic Grappling Hook</span>!</span>
<span class="mu-b">The rope on this grappling hook is sturdy, but only about fifteen (15) yards in length, with a simple, three-pronged steel hook on the end. Perfect for scaling walls and rock faces, this tool grants a +2 on Strength+Athletics rolls made to climb.</span>
<span class="mu-b">You have received... Side of salted pork!</span>
<span class="mu-b">Yum!</span>
You put your new items into your pack, feeling much better equipped for the journey ahead.
<span class="mu-g">"Come back soon, maybe even tomorrow! I should be getting a new shipment in tonight! And good luck with your <span class="mu-s">Trial</span>, eh?"</span> <span class="mu-s">Shishu</span> says as you make your way to the door. Just as you're about to leave, the exit is blocked by a new arrival, your friend <span class="mu-s">Kyokimi</span>.
She is a few months older than you, and like <span class="mu-s">Tano</span> has embraced the warrior's path, wearing a suit of ninja armor. Her face lights up at the sight of you, and you step back so she can enter the shop.
<span class="mu-g">"Oh <span class="mu-s">Zuzo</span>! I didn't expect to see you here, I would've thought you would have already set sail for <span class="mu-s">Catacomb Island</span>. I'm so glad, happy birthday!"</span> She says, leaning in for a quick hug that momentarily paralyzes you. She is, after all, the most beautiful girl you've ever seen.
You stiffen and blush, but manage to recover quickly enough to return the friendly squeeze.
<span class="mu-s">Kyokimi</span> looks you up and down, as if measuring whether turning eighteen has changed you noticeably just yet. <span class="mu-g">"I actually came here to pick up your birthday gift, it was a special order that took some effort from <span class="mu-s">Shishu</span> and I to get our hands on. Why don't you find me at the <span class="mu-s">Tea Tree</span> later, once you're back? I can give it to you then."</span> She says.
Your pointy little ears burn a bit at that, and you nod twice. Knowing you have that to look forward to will get you through whatever is awaiting you in the <span class="mu-s">Shadow Temple</span>.
<span class="mu-g">"Yay! I can't wait. For now, why don't you go on your way? I wouldn't want to spoil the surprise with you being here. See you later, <span class="mu-s">Zuzo</span>!"</span> She says, stepping by you and towards the counter.
You do as she bids and leave the merchant's hut, proceeding down the path.
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