Currency Reference
- 1 Platinum Piece (pp) = 10 Gold Pieces
- 1 Gold Piece (gp) = 10 Silver Pieces = 100 Copper Pieces
- 1 Silver Piece (sp) = 10 Copper Pieces
GUARDS & SECURITY SERVICES
Personal Protection
| Service | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Monthly Rate (gp) | Notes |
|---|
| Bodyguard, Amateur | 2 | 12 | 45 | Basic protection, minimal training |
| Bodyguard, Trained | 5 | 30 | 110 | Professional guard training |
| Bodyguard, Elite | 12 | 75 | 280 | Noble house quality protection |
| Bodyguard, Veteran | 20 | 125 | 475 | Ex-military, combat experienced |
| Noble's Guardian | 35 | 220 | 840 | Highest tier personal protection |
Property Security
| Service | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Monthly Rate (gp) | Coverage |
|---|
| Watchman, Night | 1.5 | 9 | 32 | Single building, basic patrol |
| Watchman, Day | 1 | 6 | 20 | Daytime security presence |
| Guard, Trained | 3 | 18 | 65 | Armed security, some training |
| Guard, Professional | 6 | 36 | 130 | Military background preferred |
| Compound Security | 15 | 90 | 320 | Multiple guards, organized patrol |
| Warehouse Protection | 8 | 48 | 175 | Specialized cargo security |
| Estate Security | 25 | 150 | 550 | Full property protection service |
Escort Services
| Service | Rate per Mile (gp) | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Specialty |
|---|
| City Escort, Basic | 0.5 | 3 | 18 | Within city limits |
| City Escort, Armed | 1 | 5 | 30 | Weapon-carrying permission |
| Road Escort, Light | 2 | 8 | 48 | 1-2 guards, safe routes |
| Road Escort, Heavy | 5 | 15 | 90 | 4-6 guards, dangerous routes |
| Caravan Guard | 3 | 12 | 70 | Merchant caravan protection |
| Noble Escort | 10 | 35 | 210 | High-profile client service |
| Diplomatic Escort | 15 | 50 | 300 | International incident protection |
MERCENARY SERVICES
Individual Fighters
| Mercenary Type | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Monthly Rate (gp) | Combat Rating |
|---|
| Militia Fighter | 1 | 6 | 20 | CR 1/8 equivalent |
| Trained Soldier | 3 | 18 | 65 | CR 1/4 equivalent |
| Veteran Fighter | 8 | 48 | 175 | CR 1/2 equivalent |
| Professional Warrior | 15 | 90 | 320 | CR 1 equivalent |
| Elite Mercenary | 25 | 150 | 550 | CR 2 equivalent |
| Champion Fighter | 40 | 240 | 880 | CR 3 equivalent |
| Legendary Warrior | 75 | 450 | 1,650 | CR 5 equivalent |
Specialist Mercenaries
| Specialist Type | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Monthly Rate (gp) | Special Skills |
|---|
| Archer, Trained | 5 | 30 | 110 | Longbow proficiency |
| Crossbow Expert | 7 | 42 | 154 | Heavy crossbow specialist |
| Cavalry Rider | 18 | 108 | 396 | Includes horse and tack |
| Scout/Tracker | 10 | 60 | 220 | Survival and stealth skills |
| Siege Engineer | 25 | 150 | 550 | Siege weapon operation |
| Naval Fighter | 12 | 72 | 264 | Shipboard combat specialist |
| Monster Hunter | 35 | 210 | 770 | Specialized creature combat |
| Magical Warrior | 50 | 300 | 1,100 | Spell-sword capabilities |
Mercenary Companies
| Company Size | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Monthly Rate (gp) | Personnel |
|---|
| Squad (5 fighters) | 25 | 150 | 550 | 1 sergeant, 4 soldiers |
| Patrol (10 fighters) | 45 | 270 | 990 | 1 lieutenant, 2 sergeants, 7 soldiers |
| Company (25 fighters) | 100 | 600 | 2,200 | 1 captain, 3 lieutenants, 21 soldiers |
| Battalion (50 fighters) | 180 | 1,080 | 3,960 | Full command structure |
| Regiment (100+ fighters) | 320 | 1,920 | 7,040 | Multiple specialists included |
ADVENTURE GUILD SERVICES
Guild Membership & Services
| Service | Cost (gp) | Duration | Benefits |
|---|
| Copper Membership | 10 | 1 year | Basic job board access |
| Silver Membership | 25 | 1 year | Priority assignments, 10% discount |
| Gold Membership | 50 | 1 year | Premium jobs, 15% discount |
| Platinum Membership | 100 | 1 year | Exclusive contracts, 20% discount |
| Mithril Membership | 250 | 1 year | Elite status, 25% discount |
Guild Contract Services
| Service | Base Cost (gp) | Rush Fee (gp) | Premium Fee (gp) | Notes |
|---|
| Job Posting | 2 | +5 | +10 | Advertise your contract |
| Adventurer Screening | 5 | +10 | +20 | Background verification |
| Contract Mediation | 10 | +15 | +30 | Dispute resolution |
| Insurance, Basic | 10% of contract | +5% | +10% | Death/injury coverage |
| Insurance, Full | 25% of contract | +10% | +15% | Complete loss coverage |
| Resurrection Fund | 100 | - | - | One-time resurrection service |
Adventuring Party Rates
| Party Composition | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Monthly Rate (gp) | Typical Level |
|---|
| Novice Party (4 members) | 40 | 240 | 880 | 1st-3rd level |
| Experienced Party (4 members) | 100 | 600 | 2,200 | 4th-6th level |
| Veteran Party (4 members) | 200 | 1,200 | 4,400 | 7th-9th level |
| Elite Party (4 members) | 400 | 2,400 | 8,800 | 10th-12th level |
| Legendary Party (4 members) | 800 | 4,800 | 17,600 | 13th+ level |
SPECIALIZED HIRELINGS
Skilled Professionals
| Professional Type | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Monthly Rate (gp) | Expertise |
|---|
| Sage/Scholar | 15 | 90 | 330 | Research and knowledge |
| Engineer | 20 | 120 | 440 | Construction and mechanics |
| Alchemist | 25 | 150 | 550 | Potion and chemical creation |
| Cartographer | 18 | 108 | 396 | Map-making and navigation |
| Linguist | 12 | 72 | 264 | Translation services |
| Wilderness Guide | 15 | 90 | 330 | Outdoor survival and navigation |
| Urban Guide | 8 | 48 | 176 | City knowledge and connections |
| Diplomatic Envoy | 35 | 210 | 770 | Negotiation and protocol |
Maritime Services
| Service Type | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Monthly Rate (gp) | Specialization |
|---|
| Sailor, Common | 2 | 12 | 44 | Basic seamanship |
| Sailor, Skilled | 5 | 30 | 110 | Specialized ship operations |
| Navigator | 15 | 90 | 330 | Course plotting and celestial navigation |
| Ship's Pilot | 25 | 150 | 550 | Harbor and coastal expertise |
| Captain, Merchant | 50 | 300 | 1,100 | Full ship command |
| Captain, Military | 100 | 600 | 2,200 | Naval combat experience |
Domestic & Support Staff
| Staff Type | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Monthly Rate (gp) | Responsibilities |
|---|
| Servant, Unskilled | 0.5 | 3 | 11 | Basic cleaning and errands |
| Servant, Skilled | 1.5 | 9 | 33 | Specialized household tasks |
| Cook, Basic | 2 | 12 | 44 | Simple meal preparation |
| Cook, Skilled | 5 | 30 | 110 | Complex cuisine and menu planning |
| Butler/Valet | 8 | 48 | 176 | Personal service and household management |
| Groom/Stable Hand | 1 | 6 | 22 | Animal care and stable maintenance |
| Porter/Laborer | 1 | 6 | 22 | Heavy lifting and manual labor |
| Scribe/Secretary | 3 | 18 | 66 | Writing and administrative tasks |
PREMIUM SERVICES
High-Value Security
| Service | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Monthly Rate (gp) | Special Features |
|---|
| Mage Guard | 100 | 600 | 2,200 | Magical protection and countermeasures |
| Paladin Protector | 150 | 900 | 3,300 | Divine protection and healing |
| Assassin Hunter | 200 | 1,200 | 4,400 | Counter-assassination specialist |
| Dragon Guard | 500 | 3,000 | 11,000 | Legendary protection (if available) |
Specialized Combat Units
| Unit Type | Daily Rate (gp) | Weekly Rate (gp) | Monthly Rate (gp) | Capabilities |
|---|
| Spell-Sword Squad | 150 | 900 | 3,300 | 5 warrior-mages |
| Ranger Patrol | 125 | 750 | 2,750 | 5 wilderness specialists |
| Clerical Guard | 175 | 1,050 | 3,850 | 5 warrior-priests |
| Thieves' Guild Contract | 200 | 1,200 | 4,400 | 5 rogue specialists |
CONTRACT TERMS & PAYMENT STRUCTURE
Payment Schedules
| Payment Type | Deposit Required | Payment Frequency | Early Termination |
|---|
| Daily Contracts | 25% upfront | End of each day | No penalty |
| Weekly Contracts | 40% upfront | End of each week | 2 days' wages |
| Monthly Contracts | 50% upfront | End of each month | 1 week's wages |
| Seasonal Contracts | 60% upfront | Monthly payments | 2 weeks' wages |
Hazard Pay Modifiers
| Risk Level | Rate Modifier | Examples |
|---|
| Low Risk | Base rate | City patrol, estate security |
| Moderate Risk | +25% | Bandit-threatened roads, rough neighborhoods |
| High Risk | +50% | Monster-infested areas, active war zones |
| Extreme Risk | +100% | Dragon lairs, demon-infested ruins |
| Suicidal | +200% | Avernus expeditions, lich confrontations |
Reputation Bonuses/Penalties
| Reputation | Rate Modifier | Notes |
|---|
| Excellent | -15% | Trusted repeat customer |
| Good | -10% | Reliable payment history |
| Average | Base rate | Standard pricing |
| Poor | +25% | Late payments, difficult client |
| Terrible | +50% | Known for non-payment or abuse |
NEVERWINTER DISTRICT PRICING
Bluelake District
- Crafted services: -20% (artisan connections)
- Outdoor specialists: -25% (natural resources)
- Magical services: -10% (proximity to Tower District)
Docks District
- Maritime services: -30% (abundant supply)
- International specialists: -20% (diverse population)
- Security services: +15% (higher crime rates)
Protector's Enclave
- Administrative services: -25% (government connections)
- Legal services: -30% (court proximity)
- Elite services: +50% (wealthy clientele)
Tower District
- Magical services: -40% (wizard concentration)
- Scholarly services: -30% (academic resources)
- Luxury services: +100% (affluent residents)
Chasm District
- Basic services: -40% (survival economy)
- Dangerous jobs: +50% (hazardous environment)
- Unconventional services: -25% (fewer questions asked)
SEASONAL ADJUSTMENTS
Spring (Adventuring Season)
- Mercenary services: +50-100%
- Exploration guides: +75-150%
- Adventure guild rates: +25-50%
Summer (Peak Activity)
- Security services: +25-50%
- Escort services: +30-75%
- Crowd control: +100-200%
Autumn (Preparation Season)
- Storage protection: +50-100%
- Harvest guards: +25-75%
- Caravan escorts: +40-80%
Winter (Survival Season)
- Heating protection: +100-300%
- Weather guides: +200-400%
- Emergency services: +150-250%
All prices are in Neverwinter Gold Pieces and subject to negotiation based on specific contract terms, duration, and circumstances. Prices current as of the latest season and may fluctuate based on political situations, magical events, and market conditions.
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