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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------"By faith in yourself, others, your skill and tools, anyone can obtain great prosperity" ~ Bernie Bottoms------------------
*Located at Galmair Harbor*
Mission Statement:
A Trading Guild of Master Craftsmen who have gathered together to pool their knowledge and work to provide jobs for people, and Material Goods and services to the public.
Vision Statement:
To provide material goods and services to the public at modest prices, support and encourage businesses and become the premier crafting and trading Guild of Illarion.
Associated Businesses:
- Bernie's Shop
Syrita's Siren Saloon (Triple S)
The Black Wyvern Mercenary Company
Members
Active Members: 7
Inactive members: 3
((Updated 10/06/25))
Council of Grandmaster Craftsmen:
The Council serves to discuss, plan and vote on matters of interest to the Chamber as a whole as equal partners. No more than 5 will be appointed to the Council. The Grandmasters listed below will also have pages dedicated for their shop or business:
- 1) Bernie Bottoms - "Bernie's Shoppe", Grandmaster (14/18)
2) Vacant
3) Vacant
4) Vacant
5) Vacant
- Bernie Bottoms - Galmair Contact, Guildmaster/Council Member, College Dean
Daisy Bottoms - Farmer & Materials gatherer, Organizes trade ships from Gynk
Vacant - Saloon / Tavern Manager - Organizes and conducts social events at the Triple S, sells food and drink
Vacant - Bard / Musician - Entertains customers at Guild events and at the Triple S organized by Manager
Vacant - Processor -
*All Mercenary Services will now be exclusively covered by the Black Wyvern Mercenary Company*
Artisan Craftsmen/Craftswomen ((Lvl 80)) - Gathers very highly crafted resources and is on their way to Grandmaster! (Elven Wine, Glass Bowls, Emerald Gem Dust, the best armor, weapons, etc.), paid 50% Worth
- Margret - Artisan Farmer & Cook
Daisy Bottoms - Artisan Farmer, Herbalist and Animal Wrangler
- Hugon - Journeyman Finesmith, Miner
- Fleeb - Apprentice Farmer & Cook
Arestael Naran - Apprentice Farmer & Carpenter
Alden Merrick - Apprentice Armorer, Blacksmith, Gemsmith and Carpenter
- Maha Rinya - Gatherer (non-crafter) - Gathers raw resources (Logs, Ores, Herbs, Crops, Sand, Clay, Fruits, etc.), paid 50% Value
Kipli - Gatherer (non-crafter) -= Gathers raw animal resources (Meat, Leather, Entrails, etc.), paid 50% Value
Tabris - Gatherer
- Aerendael - Mage
FAQ's
Q: How do Ranks work in the Chamber?
A: We use the Crafter's Rank system to indicate the level of skill, not "Rank". This allows customers to accurately know the craftsman they desire and what his true level is with the Chamber's "Seal of Approval". The craftsman has to display an example of their work to be vouched for at a new rank. The system is as follows:
- Basic ((lvl 0))
Novice ((Lvl 10))
Apprentice ((Lvl 20))
Initiate ((Lvl 30))
Journeyman ((Lvl 40))
Specialist ((Lvl 50))
Expert ((Lvl 60))
Adept ((Lvl 70))
Artisan ((Lvl 80))
Master ((Lvl 90))
Grandmaster ((Lvl 100))
A: Our members show us an example of their work, and we vouch for their level of skill. This 'Seal of Approval" and their listing in our new "Hall of Fame" protects customers from shady crafters who take gold and don't deliver the goods, and helps crafters get the word out about their skill without having to tell everyone they meet, which is very inefficient. Both parties benefit by the Chamber vouching for and advertising skills.
Q: I'm a crafter. How can I join the Chamber?
A: Any Crafter or Gatherer (non-crafter) at any level can join the Chamber at no cost simply by seeing anyone of the Council of Grandmasters or their Contacts and apply by displaying the finest example of your work within a craft, signed by you or your trademark, and agreeing to work with the Chamber to promote crafts, businesses and trade everywhere.
Q: What are the benefits of membership?
A: Benefits are varied, but include:
- Non-competitive support and advice for you craft
50% off supplies at Bernie's Shoppe
Optional 50% off from other members (not required of members)
Purchase of 'perfect' quality materials by Bernie (limited amount) for gold
First choice for rentals at Guildhall as space becomes available or borrow to start a business!
Free Depot space and use of tools
If you start a business - option to use a page in the Chamber of Commerce Board for your own business!
