Ch. 161Permanent Neutral City
Key Plot Points and Events
- Tonatiuh hosts a gathering of Azeroth's merchants in the Tanaris Desert under the moonlight.
- He presents various valuable resources and products found in Zutona (Tanaris), such as mithril, thorium, devilsaur hide, glowcap powder, enchanted equipment, herbs, dinosaur skulls, and troll witchcraft potions.
- Tonatiuh reveals his intention to establish a permanent neutral commercial city in Zutona, aiming for a larger business deal.
Character Developments
- Tonatiuh demonstrates his sharp senses and business acumen, understanding the value of the resources and the appeal of his proposal to the merchants.
- Strimwheedle Hotsand's missed opportunity from a previous event is referenced, showing his regret and the consequences of not seizing opportunities.
Significant Themes
- Opportunity and Missed Chances: The merchants' presence and Hotsand's situation highlight the importance of seizing opportunities in business.
- Value and Scarcity: The unique resources and products from Zutona emphasize the value of scarcity and exclusivity in commerce.
- Neutrality and Cooperation: Tonatiuh's proposal for a permanent neutral commercial city underscores the importance of neutrality and cooperation in fostering trade.
Character Interactions
- Tonatiuh engages the merchants with a compelling sales pitch, gauging their interest and response.
- The merchants listen attentively, showing interest but waiting for more convincing reasons to engage in the proposed business venture.
- Tonatiuh and Kezra, the Titan Troll, interact briefly, with Kezra assisting Tonatiuh in presenting the products.