Customer
Customer
The Customer is a non-player character (NPC) found in various locations throughout Gielinor, primarily occupying the premises of stores and shops. This NPC plays a vital role in the shopping experience, acting as a representative of the businesses in which they reside.
Appearance
Customers typically wear simple, everyday clothing that reflects the locale in which they are found. They often appear as generic NPCs featured in shop environments, lacking distinctive features that separate them from one another aside from their dialogue and the specific shop in which they are located.
Location
Customers are commonly seen in:
- Varrock General Store
- Falador General Store
- Lumbridge Castle Market
- Other various shops scattered throughout Gielinor
Functionality
Customers serve a primarily passive role, engaging in conversations that allow players to gain insight into their shopping habits, preferences, and frequently requested items. Their dialogues often include suggestions of popular products and express preferences for certain items, contributing to the immersive experience of the game’s economy.
Dialogue Options
When interacted with, Customers typically provide a range of dialogue options. Some of the common types of dialogue include:
- General greetings and expressions of satisfaction with goods.
- Requests for specific items which can hint at profitable trading opportunities for players.
- Random comments about the local area or the store itself.
- Occasional complaints about pricing or availability of products.
Interactions
While Customers do not partake in transactions themselves, their presence is crucial for creating a bustling marketplace atmosphere. Players may observe them moving about, conversing with shopkeepers, or browsing shelves. Engaging with Customers can provide a deeper understanding of market trends and consumer demands within the game.
Trivia
Customers serve not only an immersive role but also add to the environmental storytelling of Gielinor. The NPC is unnamed and generic, allowing players to project their own narratives onto them. The frequent appearance of Customers throughout different shops emphasizes the importance of commerce and trade in Old School RuneScape.