The Steamed Buns
Tucked above the aromatic bustle of a busy bakery in Zadash’s beating heart, The Steamed Buns is more than a bathhouse — it is a whispered promise of indulgence, secrecy, and sublime rejuvenation.
Tucked above the aromatic bustle of a busy bakery in Zadash’s beating heart, The Steamed Buns is more than a bathhouse — it is a whispered promise of indulgence, secrecy, and sublime rejuvenation. A spiral staircase, barely noticeable behind the bakery’s ovens, leads to an unmarked brass door. Beyond lies a hidden haven of heat and hedonism: mosaic-tiled baths shimmer with scented steam, silk-draped massage rooms glow with candlelight, and the air carries hints of lavender, cardamom, and secrets.
The proprietress, Crystal Waters, is a dusky tiefling with gold-flecked eyes and a laugh like warm wine. She’s rumored to know the desires of her clients before they speak them. Under her velvet rule, the spa is staffed entirely by tieflings — each exquisitely trained in the healing arts, flirtation, conversation, and discretion. Here, scars are softened, burdens forgotten, and information traded like perfumes.
Whether you’re a visiting merchant, cloaked noble, tired adventurer, or someone needing to disappear for a few hours, The Steamed Buns has a treatment to match your need — or your cover story.
Spa Services Menu
| Service | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Ember Soak | Sink into a mineral-rich bath drawn from geothermal springs beneath the city. Infused with volcanic salts and scented oils. |
10 gp |
| Horn & Halo Massage | A full-body deep tissue massage using warmed oils and enchanted stones. Especially beneficial for battle-weary bodies. |
15 gp |
| Infernal Glow Facial | An alchemical treatment using rare herbs and tiefling firebloom to restore luster to weary skin. Leaves a faint golden sheen. |
8 gp |
| The Whisperwrap | Be swaddled in warm, enchanted silks infused with calming spells and dreamroot balm. Often accompanied by whispered lullabies in Infernal. |
12 gp |
| The Devil’s Detox | A sweating ritual in the obsidian sauna, followed by a cold plunge and a scrub with abyssal ash salts. Said to ward off minor curses. |
18 gp |
| The Favor Bath | More than just a soak — Crystal herself meets with the client privately. Favors can be negotiated during this time, from introductions to secrets. |
50 gp and up |
Boutique Goods for Purchase
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Steam & Silk Travel Kit | Includes compact oils, scented soaps, and a silken eye wrap for comfort on the road. |
5 gp |
| Crystal’s Kiss Lip Balm | A firemint and honey balm that tingles slightly when applied. Grants advantage on one Charisma (Persuasion) check per day. (DM's discretion) |
15 gp |
| Ashblossom Elixir | A fragrant tonic said to restore vigor and subtly enhance one’s aura. Functions as a diluted Potion of Vitality (grants 1d4 temp HP). |
20 gp |
| Obsidian Horn Oil | Keeps horns polished and imbued with faint magical sheen. Used by tieflings and dragonborn alike. |
3 gp |
| Bath Token for a Friend | A magically marked coin good for any single service at the Steamed Buns. Comes with a scented note. |
10 gp |
“Our steam lifts more than aches. It lifts masks.” — Crystal Waters