Overview
The mercantile encompasses the trade of goods and services, usually using currency, in theory towards mutual benefit and the satisfaction of needs and desires. Merchants, the main movers of goods, are an important class of people the world over, though their official status and power vary from region to region. Merchants often have to travel to sell goods for a profit, making them experienced with travel, transport and languages. Most places have a common language used to accommodate trade.
Related to mercantilism is Crafting to make and repair goods, and Diplomacy and Deception to make favourable agreements.