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Sender ID: Subigito (Astarion)
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Subject: Paranormal Particulars
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Do you think a realtor is legally obligated to disclose that a house is haunted?
Please discuss.

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Who cares about responsibility when there's money on the line? I want to know my recourse if they don't adequately inform me.

You may be owed some manner of recompense if you are sold a home and are not properly told of its status with regards to hauntings or spectral presences. I imagine the difference would vary largely in the vendor -- a Paladin may believe you are owed compensation, while a Corsair salesperson may insist that they are not to blame for overlooking such details.

If you are searching for a new home, do you wish for it to be haunted?

[ It's a serious question because, you know, the whole undead thing. Maybe Astarion actually likes ghosts? ]

Such bias! Painting of the Corsairs in such broad strokes isn't very judicious of you, Xenk Yendar.

I haven't decided yet. I think there's something to be said about the aesthetic of it! But ghosts can be quite the hassle.

I am merely basing my judgment on the differing laws and punishments that exist in each of their corresponding islands.

[ Maybe if they were speaking over voice he'd get that he was being teased, but this is Xenk. This is why he's fun to tease. But like any good paladin he engages in every discussion in good faith. ]

That is understandable. If the ghosts are haunting an estate, it is likely due to having unfinished goals tied to the house in question. You may find yourself drawing their ire in such a case.

[ And he gets the appeal of the aesthetic too, at least for Astarion's sake. Being a vampire, a haunted house would be fitting. But he's not gonna say that on the network!! ]

If I draw their ire, I'll just have to call you and your holy blade to come to my rescue. Perhaps I'll swoon and fall in your arms.

Of course, I would come immediately to your aid. My skills are particularly suited for dispatching ghosts.

[ Wait a minute......... ]

Are you perhaps teasing me? Or are you truly attempting to purchase a house you suspect is haunted?

Why can't it be both?

Then my offer to aid you yet remains.

[ Being teased is fun, Xenk knows this!! ]

Well, good. Besides, I was going to invite you anyway.

Wonderful. I should like to see this prospective new home for myself.

[ It has to be good enough for his best friend!!! That's a normal thought to have!! ]

Sure, that's what I meant.

[ Hmmmm there's a hidden meaning here. Right? Or nah? Xenk isn't sure. Text makes it very hard to intuit Astarion's meaning. He's already bad at that in a good day... ]

If there are any ghosts you may rest assured that we will vanquish them.

Unless you meant something else?

Well we are going to be a crew, it's sort of the same thing as camping together, isn't it?

[ Oh... he's so touched. This is sweet. ]

I understand. You wish to ask me to live in your house. I accept your generous offer.

In truth, I am honored by the invitation. :)

Well, that still presupposes I can anything suitable. Don't get too excited.

We have previously discussed your exacting tastes so I trust you will find something very well suitable.

[ He really could find a dank haunted house and Xenk would love it because it's a fixer-upper, tbh. ]

Edited (better phrasing) 2023-11-23 18:32 (UTC)

[ i almost made a frozen just but it was so cringe even i couldnt do it ]

Yes, I've already driven one realtor off, but not to worry. I'm sure the new one won't be as stubborn.

[ Everyone's a bit of a fixer-upper, that's what it's all about. ]

I am certain you will succeed in you endeavors. And if your intent is to find a haunted house, then I am certain that Eltrut has such homes available.

Homes they will give me at a discount.

[ he did not get a discount ]

One can hope they would not charge you full price for a home that has prior, ghostly tenants.

[ He thinks he's being funny. ]

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