A Brief History

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A Brief History of J'roshi Jesal

J'roshi is a native to The Black Shroud, which may seem peculiar for a Seeker of the Sun - especially one with a far nobler accent that remains entirely unchanged over time spent across Aldenard.
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Once a botanist, always a botanist, J'roshi began studying the art of plants and their inner workings with the intent of making copious profits, but soon discovered a love that has lasted well into her thirty-something cycles on the star. Later in her life, after many hard lessons learned, she found solace once more in botany, and this time it does pay her bills. The main difference between her past attempts and her present one being an entire lifetime of experience and hard-won knowledge.
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Realizing the unfortunate truth that love does not conquer all, the Miqo'te proceeded to make a name for herself as a mercenary, and an information broker for the right price.
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As per usual, when brought into the Underworld, a tumultuous time occured. For years, she struggled, growing as a leader of not only many, but of herself in many ways. Everyone knows trial and tribulation leave scars, and many of those are apparent on the woman's hands, marked from alchemy and fights only she can still remember.
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Having found her place in the dark, she fought for more ground by expanding her skills comprehensively until her alchemy began to speak for itself in her wheals and deals.
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Presently, she's easily found in her lounge, The Asphodel in Ul'dah, or rubbing elbows with her contemporary peers. She is living proof of 'rags to riches', if you care to learn her story - if she lets you close enough to ask.
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A Shortcut to Brown Mushrooms

Don't be fooled by their simple name and cultivar; this earthy fungi is anything but plain. Found most commonly between trees in the Churning Mists, this rich, flavourful shroom is popular in hearty breakfast meals for adventurers and travelers alike. But enough about its limited utility. How do you find them, and not another similarly brown mushroom? First: know how to hunt for them. Many mushrooms which look similar may be in the same family, but they are very likely poisonous cousins. You can identify this one best by locating its favorite tree under which to spawn. This mushroom seems to favour crepuscular hours, being most easily found early in the morning or a few hours after moonrise. Enjoy responsibly.

Noble Sage and Clary Sage and Why You Should Know the Difference

Noble sage is a plant of great import and use. Not to be confused with its cousin Clary Sage, Noble sage decorates itself in deep blue flowers as opposed to the light purple ones of its family member. While clary sage still grows plentifully in Western Coerthas Highlands, noble sage is more reclusive and delicate when found in the wilds of the Dravanian Forelands. Because of this, it is considered to be more valuable and of higher quality; therefore its derivatives and products created with it more expensive. In possession of a pleasing scent - herbaceous, earthy, floral, and a bit fruity - the flowers make for excellent perfume, popular amongst the nobles of Ishgard - hence the name, perhaps. It also is a great addition to different savoury dishes, complementing root vegetables like turnips and popotos best.