Villagers

Around town you will see various villagers, whether that be those who came from out of town (Warriors, Merchants, Tourists) or those who live inside the town (NPCs and old villagers).

With every boss killed and shop unlocked, you receive more NPCs plus villagers, inviting even more different ones to visit the town and see what's happening.

There are two types of classes for Dungeons in the world of Moonlighter. You can either be a Hero or a Merchant - not one or the other, which is why the protagonist, Will, is so unusual. Heroes and Merchants don't get along either and even though some have tried to bridge the gap between the two classes - Will is the first one to actually manage it.

Heroes
Heroes are classed as those who venture into Dungeons and kill the monsters inside either for fame and glory, or to keep people safe. While inside, they usually collect monster drops to sell when back in Rynoka, usually to the Le Retailer.

They have a generally good reputation amongst people and are held more in esteem by others compared to the Merchants.

One such example of a Hero was Masa's unnamed Mother.

Merchants
Merchants are classed as those who venture into Dungeons and dodge their way through the monsters to reach the chests inside, which afterwards the loot they gather is sold in their own stores.

They don't really have a good reputation amongst people as they are seen to only care about the money, unlike the Heroes.

One such example of a Merchant was Will's grandpa and him for a while.

Start of the game
"I sort-of always wanted to become a Merchant, but I could never find a Pendant. Most Pendants used today were found when the Dungeons were first discovered. Since then, finding a new one has become nearly impossible...

''If you faint in a Dungeon without a Pendant, the Dungeon will expel you.... Eventually... But the Guards can continue to attack while you are defenseless... That's why the Merchants need these Pendants and Heroes do not.

''We sometimes call them Merchant Pendants as the people who first found them ended up becoming the first Merchants. The Pendants appear to be made of the same technology as the Dungeon doors. The Dungeons however look drastically different than the doors and Pendants."

"Rynoka may not be as prosperous as it used to be, but many still visit to pick up a souvenir from the Golem Dungeon. Possibly even one from the closed Dungeons if we are lucky!

''It's said that even though Heroes were seen as braver, Merchants reached deeper parts of the Dungeons. I guess if your livelihood depends on it, you make it happen!

''Next time I visit Rynoka, I hope to find some new Artifacts. I know most of the Dungeons were closed because they were too dangerous, but maybe somebody will find a way to defeat them!"

"The people from Rynoka are so accustomed to Culture Artifacts from the Dungeons. They have become a part of our daily lives. Even a part of our food!

''With just a little creativity and some beef, goat cheese and slime sauce, you can create the perfect Merchant Burger! Bon appétit!

''I do miss some of the recipes created from Artifacts found in the closed Dungeons. It's nearly impossible to find those ingredients now."

"Why do Merchants get such a bad rep? They still fight monsters just like Heroes. They are just smarter about it and figured out how to make a living from it!

''Heroes are really kind of like dumb jocks, are they not?

''Merchants, you guys are the ones that get the job done!"

"I've heard the Wooden Hat is the only shop open at night. Seems silly, no one else stays open late, if you ask me.

''But if you need that last minute potion before heading off to the Dungeons, the Wooden Hat has you covered!

''I'd bet few Heroes carry potions though. Sounds like they don't need them! Perhaps more accurate - sounds like they don't THINK they need them."

"Newest rumor out of Rynoka- a Merchant is trying to reach the 3rd floor of the Golem Dungeon. Does he want to face the same fate as that Crazy Pete guy?

''Only Heroes should venture that deep into the Dungeons. They're the only ones strong enough to defeat the monsters at those depths.

''Any Merchant worth their wares knows how to bypass a lack of combat strength- Carry lots of potions. And learn how to roll!"

"You are a Merchant? Does that mean you only care about the money?

''Heroes don't care about the money. They only wish to test their combat skills against the monsters of the Dungeon.

''I'm sorry, but Heroes are brave and noble. Not greedy like you Merchants."

After killing the Golem King
"I wonder why nobody is studying the Dungeons anymore? They seem so mysterious!

''Artifacts from each Dungeon seem really different, even strange. It's like they are from different times. Different worlds.

''Except for your Pendants. Those seem so similar to the Dungeon doors."

"We came to visit Rynoka because we heard someone defeated a huge Guardian!?! No one has ever defeated a Guardian before!

''This is going to put Rynoka back on the map! They even reopened the Forest Dungeon in celebration!

''I'd like to buy a souvenir from the Forest Dungeon, but those Artifacts are still just so darn expensive!"

"We just bought some souvenirs from Le Retailer!

''What do the various potions taste like? I don't want to try any!...but they do seem really tasty...

''You Merchants have a really tough job. Dodging all those monsters just to gather a few items from chests..."

"The locals say Crazy Pete tried to find out what's hidden beyond the 5th Door.

''Maybe Pete made it across the 5th Door and couldn't come back? Or maybe he found something worth staying for and just didn't want to come back!

''I'd buy a book containing some of Crazy Pete's notes. I could study them myself then!"