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Smiling Chameleon Bazaar

The Smiling Chamelon is probably one of the most enigmatic and peculiar shops that can be found in the world. It appears and disappears sometimes seemingly at random. Finding the entrance itself can be difficult as it is only accessible through a Portable Door that takes on a different shape and color depending on the location it is in. The chameleon emblem in the middle of the door is the only feature that remains the same.

Hidden Entrance

The door to the Smiling Chameleon Bazaar is a strange and mysterious thing, it seems to be appearing and disappearing at random intervals in cities and even in the wild. The door does not require a wall, so sometimes it is found in the middle of a marketplace or square. It is said by some superstitious folk that the door only appears to those who are truly in need of its wares, seeking out those who are searching for something special and unique. The door is usually placed by a person that then goes into the bazaar themselves, the door vanishes into nothingness after some time has passed (but not before any who have entered have gone out again).   There are a few places in the world where the door seems to appear more often. In cities, it can often be found tucked away in a quiet alley or hidden behind a nondescript building. It is thought that there are multiple portable doors in the world that lead to the shop, but the people who have entered the Smiling Chameleon Bazaar have never seen multiple exits to the shop and luckily always end up back where they came from.

Changing Shelves

Stepping through the portal door of the Smiling Chameleon Bazaar is like entering a whole new world. The inside of the shop is a riot of color and sensation, with shelves and displays shifting and changing in the distance and just in the periphery of your vision. It's hard to know where to look first, as every corner of the bazaar seems to be bursting with strange and wonderful items. As you wander the aisles, you might find yourself confronted with a wall of books written in strange languages, but when you look back over your shoulder you may see the wall has transformed into stacks of cages with exotic creatures quietly looking back at you.   The experience can be dizzying at times, as the bazaar seems to have a life of its own, always ready to surprise and delight those who enter its doors. It is almost as if the bazaar itself is alive, moving and changing to suit the needs and desires of those who enter. But it can also be that the changing interior are the effects of Wild Magic that even the staff of the Smiling Chameleon cannot control. Because of its changing nature, nobody has ever been able to fully discern the exact size and contents of the bazaar, luckily the staff of the bazaar are able to guide customers through the bazaar and help them find the exit when they wish to leave.

Shifting Staff

Even though the staff is very helpful, another rather confusing thing about the Smiling Chameleon Bazaar is that just like the establishment itself, the staff is also always changing. Every time you visit, you might be greeted by a different group of shopkeepers, each one with their own unique appearance and personality. The staff can be recognized by a green patch embroidered with the smiling chameleon emblem in copper thread that is also on the door(s) of the bazaar. No matter what form they may take, the shopkeepers are always ready with a warm smile and helpful advice. Whether you're looking for magical potions, enchanted artifacts, or simply a unique and memorable shopping experience.
  The true identity of the owner of the bazaar is also shrouded in mystery. Some say that it is run by a powerful and ancient wizard, who uses the bazaar as a means of collecting rare and unusual objects from all over the planes of existence. Others believe that it is the domain of a Divine being, who use the bazaar as a way to interact with the mortal world and spread their magic. Whatever the truth may be, one thing is certain: the Smiling Chameleon Bazaar is a place like no other, and a must-see destination for any adventurer or collector (provided they are able to find it).

Dynamic Deals

You can purchase all sorts of strange and unusual items in the Smiling Chameleon Bazaar. Anything from magical items, potions, poisons and spell scrolls. The merchandize can be bought using platinum, gold, silver and copper, but the shopkeepers also accept other forms of currency or valuable items. However, the prices at the bazaar can be unpredictable as the value of an item can change quickly and unexpectedly. This means that you may have to decide quickly and be ready to make a deal on the spot. Why and how the price is determined is unclear, but the shopkeepers wil ensure you that at that moment in time it is a fair price, no matter if a minute ago the item was half as cheap, or twice as expensive as they now claim it to be.
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Parent Location
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Alternative Names
The Shifting Bazaar
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Dec 30, 2022 01:16 by Sarah Thoonen

I love this! It sounds like a wonderful place.

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