NPC Merchant

Song by Suno and image by Gemini. This is a hobby and not a career, so lets just enjoy it. [Verse 1] I polish rusty helmets Still sticky from the quest I smile Say “big adventure?” While eyeing up your chest You talk about the dragon Your eyes lit up So proud I only see your backpack And calculate out loud [Chorus] I am the background man The one you never name You risk your neck for glory I quietly raise my rates You slay your fears for kingdoms I tally up your fate Heroes die for stories I live off all their graves (cheers) [Verse 2] You sell your heirloom longsword “Just need one better blade” I nod “your dad won’t miss it” I’ve bought half this damn town’s shade Your potions keep you breathing Your luck runs on my shelf Each time you dodge the reaper You owe him And myself (oh yes) [Chorus] I am the background man The vendor by the gate You chase the chosen prophecy I chase the interest rate You toast your fragile victory I sip and estimate If you don’t make it home again I’ll mark your gear as “great” [Bridge] Your blood on the cuirass Adds value Strange but true “Authentic battle damage” Collectors love that hue You fall for distant kingdoms For banners Crowns And flags I fall for shiny coin stacks And slightly dripping bags (ha) [Chorus] I am the background man Your quiet final boss You gamble with your heartbeat I gamble with your loss When credits roll and fade out And statues praise your stand I’ll still be here Price doubling Same smile Same outstretched hand