Beholder: Conductor
Beholder: Conductor

Shop Listings and Prices

Master Beholder: Conductor's economy. Find lists of vendors and prices for crucial items needed to manage tenants and satisfy Ministry demands.

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Shop Listings and Prices

Navigating the various shops in Beholder: Conductor is crucial for maintaining your apartment building, fulfilling Ministry directives, and keeping your tenants in line. Resources are scarce, and every credit counts. This section details the primary vendors, their inventory, and strategic purchasing advice to maximize your efficiency and minimize unnecessary expenses.

The Ministry Supply Depot (Main Lobby)

Located conveniently in the main lobby of your apartment building, the Ministry Supply Depot is your most frequent stop for essential items. Its inventory is static but vital for daily operations. Remember, prices here are fixed by the Ministry and rarely fluctuate.

  • Surveillance Camera: 150 Credits. Essential for monitoring tenant activities and gathering evidence. Prioritize purchasing these early to cover high-traffic areas and suspicious apartments.
  • Bugging Device: 100 Credits. Allows you to eavesdrop on conversations. Crucial for uncovering plots, dissent, and illegal activities. Purchase as needed for specific directives or suspicious tenants.
  • Lock Pick Set: 75 Credits. Indispensable for gaining entry into apartments without alerting tenants. A must-have for conducting searches and planting items. Always keep at least one on hand.
  • Repair Kit: 50 Credits. Used to fix broken appliances or structural damage in apartments. Neglecting repairs can lead to tenant complaints and Ministry penalties. Stock up when you have spare credits.
  • "Patriotic" Propaganda Poster: 25 Credits. While seemingly decorative, these can subtly influence tenant morale and compliance. Useful for specific Ministry tasks or to counter negative sentiment.
  • Ministry Approved Food Ration: 10 Credits. A basic necessity for tenants. While they can buy their own, having some on hand can be useful for quests or as a goodwill gesture.

Strategy Tip: Focus on acquiring Surveillance Cameras and Lock Pick Sets first. These provide the most immediate utility for your core duties as a Beholder. Repair Kits are a good secondary investment to avoid future headaches.

The Black Market Dealer (Alleyway Entrance)

For items the Ministry doesn't want you to have, or for those times when official channels are too slow, the Black Market Dealer is your clandestine contact. Access him via the alleyway entrance behind the building, usually active between 22:00 and 04:00. His prices are higher and can fluctuate based on demand and your reputation.

  • Forged Documents: 300-500 Credits. Varies based on the type of document (e.g., fake passports, work permits). Absolutely critical for certain quests involving tenant relocation or escape. Always compare prices if possible, though options are limited.
  • Illegal Contraband (Various): 150-300 Credits. Includes items like foreign literature, banned music, or illicit substances. These are primarily used for planting evidence or fulfilling specific Ministry "requests" to frame tenants. Prices depend on the item's perceived danger by the Ministry.
  • "Special" Repair Kit: 120 Credits. A more robust repair kit that can fix even heavily damaged items, or sometimes even "repair" evidence of your tampering. Useful in a pinch, but expensive.
  • Information Broker's Contact: 200 Credits. A one-time purchase that unlocks the ability to buy specific tenant information (e.g., their past, hidden traits) from a separate, anonymous source. Highly recommended for complex investigations.
  • Disguise Kit: 250 Credits. Allows you to briefly impersonate a tenant or a repairman, granting access to restricted areas or enabling discreet actions. Situational, but invaluable when needed.

Strategy Tip: Prioritize Forged Documents if you anticipate a quest requiring tenant relocation. The Information Broker's Contact is a strong early-game investment for comprehensive tenant profiling. Be wary of purchasing Illegal Contraband unless you have a clear objective for it, as it can be a significant credit sink.

The Street Vendor (Park Square)

The Street Vendor, found in the small park square adjacent to your building during daylight hours (08:00-18:00), offers a mix of common goods and occasional unique finds. His prices are generally fair, and his inventory can rotate daily.

  • Fresh Produce (Various): 5-15 Credits. Basic food items that can be given to tenants for small reputation boosts or to fulfill minor requests. Cheaper than Ministry rations.
  • Newspaper: 8 Credits. Provides general news and sometimes hints about upcoming Ministry directives or societal changes. A cheap way to stay informed.
  • Small Gift Item (e.g., Toy, Flower): 20-40 Credits. Can be given to tenants to improve relationships, which can be crucial for gaining trust or extracting information.
  • "Lucky" Charm: 60 Credits. A unique item that, when placed in your apartment, provides a minor, temporary boost to your chances of success on certain actions (e.g., slightly increased chance of not being caught while lock-picking). Its effect is subtle but can be helpful.
  • Used Tool Set: 40 Credits. A cheaper, less effective alternative to the Ministry's Repair Kit. Can handle minor repairs but might fail on more significant damage. Good for saving credits early on.

Strategy Tip: The Street Vendor is excellent for maintaining tenant relationships with inexpensive gifts and produce. Keep an eye out for the "Lucky" Charm if you find yourself struggling with stealth or evidence gathering. His inventory is less critical for core Ministry tasks but can significantly smooth over your interactions with the building's residents.