The Velvet Codex: Books of Pleasures & Delights

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Est. 2026 • Human Bard

The Velvet Codex: Books of Pleasures & Delights

The shop always smells of citrus and saffron. Soft harp music plays from an enchanted music box; customers are offered a small pastry and a calming tea. Lysandr...

Shopkeeper

Lysandra Vell, a Human Bard (Lvl 8)

Keeper's Species

Human

14 Misc2 Potions1 Armor1 WeaponsEst. 38.9k gp

Shop Inventory

(18)

Miscellaneous14

Ink and Quill (calligrapher bundle)

Simple calligrapher set. Good for journaling, signing contracts, or copying spells into a spellbook.

10 sp

Simple calligrapher set. Good for journaling, signing contracts, or copying spells into a spellbook.

Parchment (10 sheets)

High-quality parchment for manuscripts, maps, or enchanted scrolls.

1 sp

High-quality parchment for manuscripts, maps, or enchanted scrolls.

Scented Candles (pair)

Scented candles that set a pleasant mood for reading or intimate conversation.

2 gp

Scented candles that set a pleasant mood for reading or intimate conversation.

Beginners Guide to Sensual Etiquette (mundane book)

A tasteful, non-explicit guide to courtly manners, flirtation, and the art of pleasing companions.

5 gp

A tasteful, non-explicit guide to courtly manners, flirtation, and the art of pleasing companions.

Bookmark of Remembered Lines

A finely made bookmark enchanted to keep a memorable passage close and sharpen the reader's silver tongue.

75 gp

A finely made bookmark enchanted to keep a memorable passage close and sharpen the reader's silver tongue.

AC +1Once per day while worn or placed in a book, grants +1 to Persuasion or Performance checks relating to charm for 1 hour (DM discretion).

Spell Scroll (Cure Wounds, 2nd-level)

A carefully scribed scroll that releases healing magic when the proper words are spoken.

200 gp

A carefully scribed scroll that releases healing magic when the proper words are spoken.

Cure Wounds 2nd-level spell on a scroll

Spell Scroll (Suggestion, 2nd-level)

A scroll whose ink curls into gentle commands when read aloud. Useful in negotiations or coaxing a stubborn guard.

225 gp

A scroll whose ink curls into gentle commands when read aloud. Useful in negotiations or coaxing a stubborn guard.

Suggestion 2nd-level spell on a scroll

Spell Scroll (Fireball, 3rd-level)

A dangerous and useful scroll. Kept under glass; sold with a stern warning.

500 gp

A dangerous and useful scroll. Kept under glass; sold with a stern warning.

Fireball 3rd-level spell on a scroll

Bag of Holding

A soft satchel whose interior holds far more than its exterior suggests. A classic for traveling scholars and collectors.

2,500 gp

A soft satchel whose interior holds far more than its exterior suggests. A classic for traveling scholars and collectors.

Headband of Intellect

A snug circlet of woven silk and stored wit. Ideal for scholars, scripters, or the occasional cunning lover.

4,000 gp

A snug circlet of woven silk and stored wit. Ideal for scholars, scripters, or the occasional cunning lover.

Headband sets Intelligence to 19 while worn.

Manual of Quickness of Action★ PRIZED

A rare, leather-bound manual whose pages hum with the memory of practiced motion. A prized treasure for duellists and dancers.

25,000 gp

A rare, leather-bound manual whose pages hum with the memory of practiced motion. A prized treasure for duellists and dancers.

Manual of Quickness of Action (official wondrous tome).

Recipe for Rapture (enchanted cookbook)

Hand-illustrated recipes that celebrate flavor, texture, and company. The shop pairs sales with a tasting note on request.

300 gp

Hand-illustrated recipes that celebrate flavor, texture, and company. The shop pairs sales with a tasting note on request.

When a meal is prepared using the recipes, all who partake gain temporary hit points and advantage on Charisma (Performance) or Charisma (Persuasion) checks for 1 hour.

Whispers of Delight (enchanted grimoire)

A whispering little book bound in deep red. Its pages murmur flattering phrases to those who know how to listen.

900 gp

A whispering little book bound in deep red. Its pages murmur flattering phrases to those who know how to listen.

Cast charm person 1/day (save ); requires attunement.

Local Map: Taverns & Houses of Pleasure

A detailed local map listing taverns, parlors, salons, and the best times to visit. Folded, annotated, and discreet.

5 gp

A detailed local map listing taverns, parlors, salons, and the best times to visit. Folded, annotated, and discreet.

Potions2

Potion of Healing

A common red vial that mends wounds quickly.

50 gp

A common red vial that mends wounds quickly.

Heal 7 HP

Potion of Greater Healing

Stronger tonic for serious wounds. A favored buy for adventurers who enjoy living to tell the tale.

150 gp

Stronger tonic for serious wounds. A favored buy for adventurers who enjoy living to tell the tale.

Heal 14 HP

Armor1

Cloak of Protection

A velvet cloak that feels like a warm compliment. Protects both body and confidence.

3,000 gp

A velvet cloak that feels like a warm compliment. Protects both body and confidence.

AC +1Cloak grants +1 to AC and saving throws while worn.

Weapons1

Wand of Magic Missiles

A slim mahogany wand with a pearlescent tip favored by performers and opportunistic duelists.

2,000 gp

A slim mahogany wand with a pearlescent tip favored by performers and opportunistic duelists.

Casts Magic Missile; 3 darts at base.

Lysandra Vell

Human•Bard•Lvl 8

Shop Atmosphere

“The shop always smells of citrus and saffron. Soft harp music plays from an enchanted music box; customers are offered a small pastry and a calming tea. Lysandra keeps a velvet curtain in the back that opens only for regulars or those with discreet introductions. She records customers in a ledger not for theft but to remember their favorite passages and preferred comforts.”

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