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Merchant Caste

also known as Caste of Merchants

In the Gorean setting, the caste engaged in trade, banking and long-distance commerce.

Definition

The Merchant Caste is the caste associated in the Gorean setting with trade, banking, weights and measures, and long-distance commerce. In the novels, its members are influential across cities regardless of local rivalries and are associated with the great fairs and caravans.

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