Gil-Gotten Gains
Fine goods from the far reaches
Current Wares
Rotates with each visit! (Others on Request)
Ivory Drinking Horn
This drinking horn was found in the back rooms of a dilapidated manor house in the East Shroud, a stone's throw from Baelsar's Wall. The silver mounts appear to be a later Ishgardian addition, while the marid horn carved with a variety of beastkin and griffins can be dated to approximately the 1350s, 6th Astral Era. Research notes avaliable upon request. Replicas available for sale and study
Cloak of the General
A cloak woven in a traditional Ala Mhigan style associated with the Loch Seld region. The griffin-feather collar suggests this once belonged to a high-ranking general, though whether this was of the Resistance or the former Royal family has yet to be discerned Replicas avaliable for sale and study; sale of the original to be prioritized to those with familial claims. Research notes avaliable on request.
The Sleeping Songbird
The original version of this clockwork marvel found in the Ridorana Lighthouse was brought to K'ohtar by a sailor on his crew originally hailing from Dalmasca. Curious to know the culture of origin, he and K'ohtar, along with several others, have begun preparations to return to its site of origin in the hopes of further study. As it stands, the crest on the songbird's chest appears to mark it as a creation of the fabled city of Goug--though whether this is a work of fiction remains to be verified. Research notes avaliable upon request. Replicas available for sale and study.
Seal of the Royal Marines
A rare find from a shipwreck off the northwest coast of Vylbrand in the Indigo Deep, this seal, in remarkable condition, bears the crest of the Nymian Royal Marines. Extensive documentation of the shipwreck suggests it was a diplomatic vessel en-route to facilitate some sort of trade deal with a currently unknown country. Research notes available upon request. Replicas available for sale and study.
Mariner's Hourglass
This fine piece of technomagical engineering was found on the same shipwreck as the above seal. It features a sextant on the top facing, and features gyroscopic stability, meaning that the hourglass keeps a consistent measure of time no matter how one tilts it about. Unlike the seal, this does not appear to be originally of Nymian origin despite the maritime design--research into this artifact's culture of origin is currently ongoing. Replicas available for sale and study.
Permanent Stock
K'ohtar sells several wood-block postcards of various ruins.
There are also prints without the taglines, and a small sign reading:
"Other locations carved and printed by request. Can be done on-site!"The Sunken Temple of Qarn: It shows the main courtyard with a symbol along with the tagline "Where the Sun always shines!"Amdapor Keep: It shows several of the twisting halls and their vaulted ceilings, including a handful of mana idols in the distance. Tagline: "Can you Keep a secret? Wish you were here!"The Void Ark and Dun Scaith: These don't have a tagline, and were rendered with an unerring amount of realism. There's a somberness to the ink and muted colors.The Thousand Maws of Toto-Rak: This features the sweeping, open-air tunnels grown over by moss and tree root. Somehow, he's managed to make it seem almost alive with warm light. Tagline: "A Thousand Maws, a thousand sights to see…if you don't mind the bugs."Various sketches of Gridania, Limsa Lominsa, and Ul'dah. All of them are rendered at night and from a high vantage point, each city alight with golden glow.A painstakingly and intricately carved print of a pirate ship cresting the top of several waves, lit from behind by sunset as though it's about to burst into color. You can practically feel the salt-stained air looking at it.A distant view of Pharos Sirius, done prior to the calamity. The towering lighthouse has no shard of crystal thrust through it, and is attended to by a flock of seagulls and gentle moonlight.
About the store
Gil-gotten Gains is the fancy title for the contents of K'ohtar's pack after a long journey! He has a fondness for finding the 'little treasures' of civilizations past: bits of jewelry, kitchen goods, the occasional enchanted object or piece of art--if it might, in theory, go to a museum, he's probably picked it up, replicated it, and sold those replicas for profit. The originals, he makes a point of returning to any living descendents he can find or, barring that, to museums and cultural institutions who have the means to educate the public and further the research he starts.His major historical finds and most books he acquires can be found at the Moonshadows Archive.K'ohtar is on Marilith, and travels cross-realm for markets and trade. You can find him at the Pearl Lane Markets from time to time, or send in requests via mail for certain items or services. Feel free to poke Tairais on Discord, or send me a tell if you want to know more!
Available Services for hire
Expedition Guiding
Want to see the sights without the fights? K'ohtar's got decades of experience avoiding traps and tricks in everything from Allagan ruins to the local bear den!
Fit for groups up to twelve; supplies can be provided if you lack your own, but it'll cost you extra ;)Inquiries welcome!___________________________
Woodcarving & Craft
Years of working carpentry and rigging on a first-rate ship has left K'othar with nimble hands. He specializes in boat repairs, but has a fondness for carving and furniture-crafting.
Currently accepting commissions._______________________
Gleaning & Recovery
Rumors of treasure abound in Eorzea--who wants to spend time sorting the scams from the scores? Or, say you dropped your great-aunt's necklace while running for your life in that cave you thought it'd be a good idea to hide in.
Whatever the case, if you want a treasure found, K'ohtar's your seeker!Inquiries welcome!___________________________
Experienced sailor & navigator
Got a ship but not a route? Worried about currents, sirens, or those gods-damned pirates? Well, this pirate's got the solution for you!
He's sailed from Limsa Lominsa to the Far East and beyond, and knows every shore it touches as keenly as his name.
Availability on request.__________________________