Editing The Rusted Crown (section)

===Economy & Relationships===

The Rusted Crown thrives due to its close relationship with the town square and the markets. During festivals and market days, the inn sees a surge of activity, with visiting merchants and tradesmen renting rooms or arranging business deals within its walls. Bert has built strong relationships with many of the town’s key figures, including local officials, market leaders, and even the occasional noble passing through.

Its reputation as a neutral ground extends beyond Barrenford, with merchants from nearby towns choosing The Rusted Crown as a meeting point to settle disputes or negotiate trade agreements. For many, a deal struck in the Rusted Crown carries weight, as Bert’s reputation as a shrewd but fair mediator holds strong.

The Secret Basement

Though most visitors only see the warm, inviting tavern and cozy upstairs rooms, The Rusted Crown has a hidden basement accessible through a cleverly concealed door behind the bar. This basement is the true seat of Bert’s more clandestine operations, where secret deals are struck far from the eyes of the law. 

The Rusted Crown may be a place for food, drink, and lodging, but it’s also a place where secrets are traded as much as coins—if you know who to ask.