Here is a suggestion of some side content I think would be an interesting addition to the game. It involves 2 stories that have opportunities for progression and perhaps conclusion. These scenarios could also possibly be played out by roleplaying on some servers.
The principal story here is the situation with the Silver Bazaar and it's owner, Kikipu. Those who have done the low level quests in that area know that unknown forces have been trying to drive Kikipu from the site and take over the property. Our adventurer did take steps to chase off the baddies once, but the source of the problem has not been rooted out.
The second story involves the Dancer-turned-Adventurer P'molminn. I'll get to how that could link into the Silver Bazaar story further in.
To try and understand the dire situation at the Silver Bazaar, let's 1st look at what facts we have from the past and present. We know from Kikipu and Momodi that the Silver Bazaar was once a bustling market. When one surveys the area, the reasons seem fairly clear. There is a great lighthouse overshadowing the port, providing guidance for ships. The road to Ul'Dah is short and safe, with one small checkpoint just outside the city. While the Calamity has damaged routes in many places, there does not appear to be any such problems with the road between Ul'Dah and the Silver Bazaar - in short, one would expect things to be as they always have.
In terms of competition, we have Vesper Bay, with it's prominent statue of Lord Lolorito (and mention by locals of his funding it's development). Vesper Bay would seem to have a number of shortcomings compared to the Silver Bazaar and only 1 advantage. The route to Ul'Dah is long, and involves crossing an area that seems prone to flooding, as well as a bridge that might be collapsed by natural events or hostile attacks. It has no guiding lighthouse and sits in the shadow of a Garlean outpost, enabling easy monitoring of port activities by the Garleans. There is also the town of Horizon along the route, another checkpoint which might serve for additional inspections and application of duties. The one advantage Vesper Bay has is a deep water port for larger ships.
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The principal story here is the situation with the Silver Bazaar and it's owner, Kikipu. Those who have done the low level quests in that area know that unknown forces have been trying to drive Kikipu from the site and take over the property. Our adventurer did take steps to chase off the baddies once, but the source of the problem has not been rooted out.
The second story involves the Dancer-turned-Adventurer P'molminn. I'll get to how that could link into the Silver Bazaar story further in.
To try and understand the dire situation at the Silver Bazaar, let's 1st look at what facts we have from the past and present. We know from Kikipu and Momodi that the Silver Bazaar was once a bustling market. When one surveys the area, the reasons seem fairly clear. There is a great lighthouse overshadowing the port, providing guidance for ships. The road to Ul'Dah is short and safe, with one small checkpoint just outside the city. While the Calamity has damaged routes in many places, there does not appear to be any such problems with the road between Ul'Dah and the Silver Bazaar - in short, one would expect things to be as they always have.
In terms of competition, we have Vesper Bay, with it's prominent statue of Lord Lolorito (and mention by locals of his funding it's development). Vesper Bay would seem to have a number of shortcomings compared to the Silver Bazaar and only 1 advantage. The route to Ul'Dah is long, and involves crossing an area that seems prone to flooding, as well as a bridge that might be collapsed by natural events or hostile attacks. It has no guiding lighthouse and sits in the shadow of a Garlean outpost, enabling easy monitoring of port activities by the Garleans. There is also the town of Horizon along the route, another checkpoint which might serve for additional inspections and application of duties. The one advantage Vesper Bay has is a deep water port for larger ships.
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