Banking in Randore

Randore is a big place, and hopefully there is big coin to be earned. But I hear you ask, "I've just robbed a town treasury, where do I store this gold!" Well there are a few options. First, one must chose a Bank.

## The National Bank of Randore

By far the largest organisation involved in the banking game, The National Bank of Randore was created when The Bank of The Greater South and the Bank Of The New World decided to merge into an entity that spanned the entirety of Randore. The National Bank of Randore, or NBR, Can be found in every major city, in every nation of the world. This make it a great choice for anyone traveling afield. However, they offer lower interest rates, at 3% PA and higher transaction fees. Local Banks on the other hand offer 5% PA.

As well as traditional banking, NBR offers high currency tokens that can be swapped at any bank, and are sometimes accepted by traders.

NBR High currency tokens
 Gold Cube
 Gold Wand
 Platinum Cube
 Platinum Wand

The other option is to use one of the Smaller Banks.

## Local Banks

The other Banks of Randore offer an interest rate of 5% and also have cheaper transaction fees.

### Northern Trust

The Northern Trust was originally a effort to create a network to swapped mined materials between different sections of the North. However it is now both the primary bank found inside the Northern Cap (outside NBR) and even has locations in the north of Bacland, in many spots at Katos, and on the mainland in Danes Hall and Orsendal.

Northern Trust High currency tokens
 Quartz
 Emerald
 Ruby
 Diamond

The Northern Trust engages in a range of investment opportunities, selling shares in Major Mining operations around Randore. These can be invested in.

Northern Trust Mine Investments
 Artish Brothers Ruby Probers
 IronHammer Clan Mining Incorporated
 DeepKronn Mithril Drill
 Elksvale Excavation

### Crowns Bank [of Bacland]

The Crown Bank of Bacland has station in every part of Bacland outside of Vardon. It was originally owned by the Ruling Monarch, but Queen Mary IV sold it off to help with dept during the Vardish Wars of Independence in the year 16,129. They attempted to expand into the North in the late 19,900's but were unable to get a hold against Northern Trust, notwithstanding a handful of stations in Vaylngaurd.

The Crowns Bank do not offer investment opportunities, But those interested can apply for loans. These are discussed on a per - person basis, and are usually any amount above 250 gold.

There is also good money in chasing down those who refuse to repay loans.

### ACU [Associated Credit Union]

The ACU Stretches over Katos, Vardon and parts of Australis.

### Dragon's Hoard

Originating in Albion, It also covers Northern Daswer. and the eastern side of Bacland. The Dragon's hoard are the largest bank outside of the NBR.

Dragon's Hoard
 Squire
 Poleman
 Fleetman
 Cavalryman
 Knight

The Dragons Hoard Is unique, in that rather offer bonds, shares or investments they offer sponsorships to team of adventures.

### Rossen's Holdings

Daswer, Parnos and Amin

Another very old Bank.

### Midas Credit

This Griain Bank has spread along the south shore of Parnos as well as the coastal regions of Amin.

### Dune Banks

Originating in Dukhet, this stretches across northern Griai and into the far west of Daswer.

### Jade Coinage

Formed after the national banks of Shongi and Genji formed in 18,657.

### Hixcoin

The National Bank of Hixdale. Hixcoins are accepted at most major trade centers and often used to buy ships.

### CC (the Cult Conglomerate)

This Bank group made form a number of smaller groups within Chult also has one campass in Hixdale. and along the wester parts of Nidus.

### ANF (Australis Nidus Finance)

A relatively new bank, created with the help of the Australis and Nidus councils as an on shore competitor to the AUC.

## Other Banking.

There is one other major player in Monetary affairs In Randore. Which is a criminal organisation.

### The Crooked Men.

Those who are desperate, dumb or feeling lucky can contact The Crooked Men. They have a presence in most cities and give out loans and take investments. Sometimes an investment can win big money, other times not so much. Money can also be stored with them and (most likely) be picked up later (like a traditional bank).

The usual rate for a lone from the Crooked Men is 10% every two months, and they always collect.

The Crooked Men offer plenty of work for those willing, and can be found in the unsavory parts of town.

#### **Skew** (Sk)

The Crooked Men deal not just in traditional coin but also Skew, a currency unique to them and their workings. Skew is only given out as payment for jobs and is an unmonitored currency, separate to standard Gold, Silver and Copper. Skew is divided into crooked halves, quarters and eights for smaller entrance. Many criminal clubs or Ratholes will require 1-3 crooked eighths be payed at the door. A regular job will 3 Sk a day.