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Serge
March 20, 2026 at 12:48 AM
Initial version with location, background, and black market details
Serge is a vendor affiliated with the Goldleaf Merchant Guild who runs a Trade Goods Black Market operation at the Goldleaf Trading Post in the Hernand region. Originally from Rocca's Hill, Serge operates with considerable independence in a remote location far from the guild's central oversight. His position at the edge of guild territory gives him freedom to conduct business on his own terms, but it also leaves him exposed. Thugs sometimes swarm in to cause trouble, and Serge has to handle security without much backup from the guild's main forces.
Serge works at a Goldleaf Trading Post in the Hernand region, positioned in a more remote area than the centrally located Goldleaf Guildhouse. The remoteness is deliberate: it keeps his black market activities away from the prying eyes of Hernand's authorities and House Celeste patrols. The downside is that the area attracts bandits and thugs who see the remote trading post as an easy target.
Serge's stock consists of black market trade goods supplied through the Goldleaf Merchant Guild's covert supply chain. His inventory rotates based on what reaches his remote location, with the selection differing from what Prox carries at the other Goldleaf Trading Post. The remote position means deliveries are less frequent, so Serge's stock may be more limited at any given time compared to vendors with better supply lines.
Players looking to sell trade goods can also use Serge as a destination point. If you buy packed trade goods from Ugmon at the Goldleaf Guildhouse, Serge's Trading Post can serve as one of the delivery endpoints along the trading route network.
Like all black market operations in the Hernand region, Serge's dealings fall under Law System scrutiny. The remote location offers some natural protection from guard patrols, meaning transactions here carry slightly less immediate risk of detection compared to black market vendors in busier areas. However, transporting contraband goods from Serge's location back to populated areas still involves the usual risks of inspection and confiscation.
Serge completes the network of five black market vendors scattered across Hernand: Edmond and Grimrak at the Hernand Farmhouse, Groks at the Goldleaf Tradepost, Prox at another Goldleaf Trading Post, and Serge at this remote outpost. Together, they form a distributed black market economy across the region.
Serge's Request is a side quest given by Serge. Given the thug problems plaguing his location, this quest likely involves dealing with the security threats that make his remote trading post a dangerous place to operate. Completing vendor request quests typically yields useful rewards.
Serge's remote location means fewer guard patrols, making black market purchases here lower risk from a Law System perspective. If you want to minimize detection, buy from Serge rather than vendors in busier areas.
The thug presence near Serge's Trading Post means you should be ready for combat when visiting. Bring adequate weapons and consumables.
If you are running trade routes, Serge's location works as both a buy point for black market goods and a sell point for packed trade goods from Ugmon. Use it to double up on a single trip.
Check Serge's stock regularly. Remote vendors with less frequent supply deliveries can occasionally have rare items that appear briefly before selling out.
Complete Serge's Request to help with the security situation. Vendor quests often improve your relationship with the NPC, which can lead to better prices or expanded inventory.
