Serpentil Books & Folios

Serpentil Books & Folios was an expensive book shop located in Waterdeep during the 14 and 15 century DR.

Location
Serpentil Books & Folios was located in Waterdeep's Dock Ward on the eastern side of Book Street just south of Black Wagon Alley.

Structure
The shop was located in an old sandstone building. The windows of this three-stories edifice were boarded over, with an old battered sign the only indication of the shop's existence.

The main door was always closed: a small viewing panel on its upper part indicating whether the shop was open or closed. At night, faintly glowing magical glyphs could be observed on both the door and windows, scaring most would-be thieves away.

Atmosphere
The walls of this incredibly dusty shop were paneled with wood. The space was crammed with bookshelves overflowing with books, scrolls and other documents. As the windows were boarded over, the only light was provided by glowing globes obeying the owner's will. The only furniture beside the shelves were the owner's desk and a couple chairs for the customers.

During the 15 century DR, a workshop in the back of the shop was used to produce paper.

Services
During the 14 century DR, the shop sold chapbooks and other tomes, but also dealt in stolen goods if a prospective customer asked the owner in the right way.

During the 15 century DR, the owners dealt in maps, ink and other writing supplies, including rare papers such as the ones made from Sussur trees.

Rumors & Legends
While under Jannaxil's ownership, the shop was reputedly the best source of maps, charts and books in all the Realms.

Inhabitants

 * Jannaxil Serpentil, the shop owner during the 14 century DR.
 * Dwitt Serpentil, the owner during the 15 century DR.
 * Jym, a papermaker, was Dwitt's son.

Appearances

 * Organized Play & Licensed Adventures
 * Dock Ward Double-Cross