Many cultures, skilled people and wealthy patrons had turned their eyes to Baska and made it into an economic hub for the region. It was the champion of a world where people made their own destinies, forsaken by heaven. A world where nobles and royals had no jurisdiction, and the common man dictated his or her truth. In a certain sense, it was the prime example of what Advent World was set to bring into the country. For that reason, controlling Baska was of utmost importance. That was the reason why Kenzo had returned to the city once more.
A couple of days prior, Kenzo had made first contact with the city in order to obtain information. In the plans of the guild, Baska was the next objective for Advent World. Only after conquering Oak would they move into the merchant town’s territory. However, they would need every advantage they could gather. Kenzo was tasked with getting to know the city’s ins and outs. Previously, he had completed a quest for one of Baska’s most notorious shop owners. Through the task, he was able to meet some of the most influential merchants of the country. This time however, he would gather information for the other face of society. Everywhere he went, Kenzo had found that it was the same. Whether it be in Bellum, Desierto, Joya or Fiore. Each country was infinitely different from the other. However, they had all in common. Human nature was twisted, no matter the ethnicity or language one spoke. Where there is light, there was always dark as well. It was no exception in Baska. Even if the city held a huge concentration of rune knights, there was a blooming underground and crime society in the city.
While drinking in the tavern the day before, Kenzo had heard a rather interesting conversation. He was enjoying a specialty beer from the house, apparently imported from the country of Bosco. It was unlike any kind of beer the man had ever tried before, in the good sense. It’s taste was stronger than regular beer, but it didn’t cross the line of tasting like distilled alcohol. There was a palatable aromatic scent of fruit that perfectly balanced the beer’s natural bitterness. All in all, it was simply a masterpiece. As the mercenary relished in his newfound discovery’s flavor, the people next to him began talking.
[722/1275] 15% WC reduction from Guild level