The bag of coins
Summary
The bag of coins is a collection of approximately 250 mixed-denomination coins discovered by Safia inside the hidden wall compartment in Dunko Guzman's apartment during Session 2 of the campaign. The bag contains gold, silver, and copper coins, along with at least one coin made of an unusually shiny silver metal. The coins were stored alongside a knife in a sheath and other items within the secret alcove, suggesting they may represent proceeds from Dunko's smuggling activities or other illicit operations.
Properties
The bag contains a diverse collection of currency in multiple metals. The gold coins are described as "beautiful shining," indicating they are well-maintained or recently minted. Standard silver and copper coins make up the bulk of the collection, with at least one coin standing out as being made of "an even shinier silver" metal—potentially a rare or valuable material distinct from common silver coinage.
The exact count of 250 coins was determined through Safia's integrated AI component, which automatically scanned and counted the coins with an audible "ding, ding, ding, ding, ding" as it processed each piece. This automated counting function demonstrates the practical applications of Safia's cybernetic enhancements in investigative work.
The mixed denomination and quantity suggest this was accumulated wealth rather than a single transaction or payment, possibly representing earnings or savings that Dunko Guzman chose to hide rather than deposit or spend openly.
History
Session 2
The bag of coins was discovered when Safia located and accessed the hidden wall compartment in Dunko Guzman's apartment. Upon opening the secret alcove, Safia found the bag among other concealed items. The immediate visual assessment revealed the variety of coin types: "Beautiful shining gold coins. And also silver and also copper."
During the initial examination, Safia's AI component activated its scanning function, automatically counting each coin in the bag. This technological capability provided an exact total of approximately 250 coins without requiring manual counting. The scan also identified the unusual coin made of an exceptionally shiny silver metal, distinguishing it from the standard silver pieces in the collection.
The discovery of this substantial cache of coins in a hidden compartment, alongside other concealed items, raised questions about Dunko Guzman's activities and the source of this wealth. The coins served as potential evidence in understanding Dunko's involvement in smuggling or other operations that would require hiding assets.