Midnight Gold
Mateus, Empyreum, w4 p39
Bi-Weekly Mondays, 9pm - 12am EST
One of Ishgard's premier smoking lounges. Enjoy house grown blends, hand crafted cocktails and delicious pub delights under the glitter of golden light that the moon provides.
Menu
Vices
All of our plants are grown in house, with each blend we serve containing a mix of moko and fogweed. Please pick from our flavor options, and your apparatus of choice.
Classic Blends
| Mint | Vanilla | Chocolate | Lavendar |
| Jasmine Tea | Pineapple | Mango | Coffee |
Seasonal Blends
| Rose | Lemon | Strawberry | Lychee |
Smokes containers
| • Golden Coffin Nails • |
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| Our signature black and gold wrapping that lets you know that this isn't just any normal brand of cigarette. |
| • Gilded Bullets • |
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| Cigars that are wrapped with the finest dried palm. Feel like a boss as you blow your top with the boldness only one of these bullets can provide! |
| • Bishop's Pipe • |
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| Feeling more studious, are we? No worries, as this pipe is perfect for any quiet, reading occasion, or for idle chit-chat about philosophy. Guaranteed to make you feel and look way smarter than you may or may not be. |
| • The Crystal Tower • |
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| The glory of the heavens was ever beyond the grasp of those who never thought to reach for it... but after a few hits from this majestic hookah, you and a group of friends will fly far beyond the heavens. |
| • Rainbow Lilies • |
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| For those of you who wish to feel the effects of our smoking blends, without the smoking part! Each piece contains 10mg of Moko extract, and 10mg of fogweed extract. It may take a moment to feel its full effects, but the high is out of this world! |
Smoked Drinks
Add the smoke from any blend to these cocktails - comes with a golden coffin nail
| • Smoked Old Fashioned • |
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| This classic whiskey cocktail has always been a crowd favorite. Now you can enjoy the classic orange notes with a smokey kick. |
| • Smoked Martini • |
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| The classic botanical flavors in this simple gin cocktail, as well as that classic olive garnish are enhanced with a smoke of your choice, guaranteed to make you feel both distinguished AND mysterious. |
| • Smoked Garlemald • |
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| The old empire surely had some taste with this classic. Rye whiskey, vermouth and bitters garnished with a little cherry on top. Add some smoke and well... we have the current state of the once proud empire. Yes, we understand that it is poorly timed. |
Want unsmoked drinks? Check out the others!
Themed Menu
A menu with our Gothic theme in mind, carefully curated for your enjoyment.
Drinks
• The Smoke and Bramble •
| Delicate fog wisps from the mirror-like surface of this drink, forming a reflecting pool for your melancholy. Muddled blackberries, Spiced black tea, Turalian mezcal, spiced rum, blackberry liqueur, and a splash of lime juice are all you need for this dark and moody drink. One that is sure to match the color of your brooding soul. |
• Dolorous Martini •
| Despite its name, this dessert cocktail is a delectable treat for those who like a bit of sweet with their morose nature. Vanilla vodka, white chocolate liqueur, and half and half are shaken and added to a glass decorated with chocolate syrup and chocolate shavings before being topped with whipped cream. |
Food
Appetizer
• Cryptic Charcuterie •
| A gothic twist on our popular Charcuterie board, it contains cheeses, cold cuts, fresh blackberries, grapes, ruby-like pomegranate, dark crackers, and other fruits. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for an evening of sublime conversation and brooding among enigmatic company. Prefer to brood alone? Fret not! We make individual portions as well. |
Main Course
• Forbidden Rice •
| This visually striking meal brings a sense of warmth to the unsettling tempest of body and soul. Containing Hingain Black Forbidden rice, asparagus, edamame, onion, and mushrooms, it is a perfect dish for the most melancholic of days. Need a bit more to awaken your dreary palate? Then add a side of spicy aioli. |
Dessert
• Dark Romance Cake •
| A truly dark, decadent treat, this cake features moist chocolate cake layers covered in a glossy dark chocolate ganache. The otherworldly dessert is topped with fresh blackberries, raspberries, and delicate chocolate roses throughout, adding a bit of brightness. Be sure to enjoy it quickly before an Apparition takes hold! |
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Menu
Drinks
Staff Specials
| • Lighten Up Boss! • |
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| Our take on a whiskey sour for a certain bossman who could spare a smile once in a while. Whiskey is mixed with midori, simple syrup and lemon juice. Instead of ice, frozen melon balls are put in. Everything topped off with a skewered cherry. |
| • Pink Fox • |
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| The Pink Fox is a signature cocktail crafted by the vixen, Cava, herself. Featuring a sophisticated blend of gin, disaronno, orgeat syrup, little bit of lemon juice, bit of egg white, and a dash of soda and grenadine, garnished with passionfruit. It is shaken for a frothy texture and served in a crystal champagne glass. |
| • Kaiwa • |
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| Subtle and dry, this drink is much like its creator. While it has the normal saketini flair with sake, Hingen Vodka, and simple syrup, the addition of muddled cucumber adds a refreshing spin. Topped with a thinly sliced cucumber, this drink is made for sipping. |
| • Lefra's Desire • |
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| Hybrid of a cocktail. Two ingredients is all you need for this wild ride. A shot of tequila and a homemade pepper mix. Combines tomato juice, sour mix, red pepper purée, and as much hot sauce as you can handle! Topped with a slice of lime, and optional green pepper with a flakey fiery rim. |
| • Anatha's Cure • |
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| This refreshing and light tea has a hidden side to it. Being infused with moka grass, you'll be stoned out of your mind by the time you finish this drink. Made with 4oz Ishgardian tea, 2oz mint syrup, tea infuser with moka grass. Garnished with a sprig of mint on top. |
| • Midnight Ojeaux • |
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| This drink, despite looking like a sweet dessert, is actually a tropical delight. As covert as the one that came up with it. Use one shot of vanilla vodka, two and a half shots of strawberry creme liquor with one shot of grenadine. The rest is unsweetened coconut juice. The rim is a sweet and sour powder. |
| • Moggorne's Choice • |
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| Spiced rum in a 22 pound mug. Filled to the brim with crushed ice to give it that cool, smooth burn. Only the ones with the strong arms -and- stomachs can handle this beast of a drink. Added in with a bendy striped straw for easier access. |
| • Sharlayan Twister • |
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| Use a whiskey glass, fill it with cocoa rum and a bit of special sharlayan whiskey into the mix, top it off with a shot of pure mint, slamming it inside the glass and give it a few spins of the spoon, it should have the sharlayan flag forming. |
| • Blue Ke'ni • |
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| Hoja's favorite sweet tropical blend to bring any islander nostalgia. A mix of coconut rum, orange-flavors liqueur from dried Laraha peels. A splash of pineapple juice with crushed ice and finishing up with a pineapple slice and a cherry on top. |
| • Serpents Strike • |
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| Its clean, smooth and deceptively strong. It forms the spine of the drink like a serpent's vertebrae. Added in with doman rice shochu, hingashi yuzu juice, thavnairian ginger extract, and 2 dashes ala mhigan fire pepper tincture. For a deep crimson hue and sweet illusion, we add in pixieberry syrup. Plus blood orange juice for the color. Then a dash of steppe blossom honey. |
| • Peanut Ricotta • |
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| It is just a Piña Colada, but Einar said it wrong, and it's just stuck. A creamy tropical-blended drink, this sweet delight will take the mind on vacation. Lime juice, pineapple chunks, a cherry, coconut cream, white La Noscean rum, and simple syrup blended together? Nothing better! |
| • Rupert's Revenge • |
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| Rupert's colorful calling card. A decadent mix of Peach Schnapps, 3 different vodkas ( Blue Rolanberry Vodka, Purple Shimmering Vodka, Fruit blend Vodka ) and lemon-lime soda poured over layered ice, lemon slices, and tart Wild Berries. This drink is sure to hit hard in all the right places. |
| • Lake's Razzle Dazzle • |
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| Any lover of sparkly things would be entertained by this. A shot of cherry schnapps, a shot of vanilla vodka, a shot of grenadine, and some (optional) edible glitter get shaken together, then poured into the glass, finally topping it off with fresh squeezed rolanberry juice. But be warned! Should you choose to partake in the glitter, you may be left with stragglers to your home... (Effect: If ordered with glitter, patron must do a /random 20. If roll is under a 10, they may start finding glitter in places they didn't expect.) |
| • Penelope's Spritz • |
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| Three oz prosecco, 2 oz aperol and 1 oz orange pop all mixes together to make a delicious refreshing drink. Giving a taste of bittersweet organic nature. All blended together into a frozen drink. Topped with a decorative flower and a orange slice on the rim. |
| • Finn's Drink • |
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| Don't mistake this for a normal espresso. This one's capable of knocking you off of your feet just as well as it can pick you up if you're not prepared! Fill cocktail shaker with ice, add coffee liqueur, tequila, simple syrup, espresso and chocolate bitters. Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with coffee beans and a pinch of chocolate powder. |
Other Special Drinks
| • Dead Or Alive • |
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| No, this isn't a mixed drink, the liquor is naturally that vibrant hue. It does however taste lovely with a little mint garnish. What will your fate be after one sip? (Roll one /random 20, the lower the number, the more drunk you get.) |
| • The Phoenix Down • |
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| Based on the "Manderville Bomb" often sold at the Gold Saucer. A cherry lime energy spritzer mixed with tequila and topped with the respective fruits. Sure to get you going even if your senses are numbed. |
| • Ice Apple Cider • |
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| Created in an Ilsabard cider, this cider is made from apples left on the tree after a few frosts and then aged in old whiskey barrels for 6 months. The cider is semi-sweet with moderate tartness and notes of caramel, baked apple, whiskey, and orange. |
| • The Thirteenth • |
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| We promise, no voidsent were harmed in the making of this drink... probably. We can also assure you that this lovely combo of gin, lavendar syrup and lemon within a sugar rimmed glass will not have your aether feeling drained. |
| • White Bozjan • |
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| So sweet you'll forget it's alcohol! A simple mix of coffee liquer gets mixed with vodka and whole milk. Then, it is topped with whipped cream and a little grated nutmeg for garnish. |
| • Black Magic • |
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| It's like the all-consuming darkness of the End Times in one cocktail! Black vodka is mixed with rolandberry juice, lime and cherry syrup. Edible aether crystal shavings are added for that pretty glimmer. Guaranteed to not turn you into a Blasphemy! |
We also have ale, mocktails, juice, tea and coffee!
Are you hungry? Check out our food Below!
Menu
Food
Pub classics that anyone can enjoy!
Appetizer
| • Charcuterie Board • |
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| An assortment of cold cuts, cheeses, fruits and vegetables that pair well with any smoke or cocktail. Can be ordered as an individual, or for a whole group. Please let the server know of any particular requests, additions, or subtractions. |
| • Royal Toast • |
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| We take locally sourced bread from one of Ishgard's finest bakeries, each slice cut thick and left to soak in a house made custard. Each slice is pan fried to a golden crisp, drizzled with maple syrup, dusted with powdered sugar, and topped with your choice of berries. Two slices of back bacon are served on the side for that little bit of savory to cut through all that sweet. |
| • Bloomin' Onion • |
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| A large onion that is cut to resemble a flower, battered, and deep-fried until golden-brown and crisp. Added with your choice of sauce to dip the fried pieces of onion within. Recommended cheese dip. |
Main Course
| • Lominsan Eggs • |
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| A snack fit for a sailor. Three large, soft boiled eggs are wrapped up in sausage, coated with bread crumbs, then fried to golden perfection. Served with pickled red onions and a spicy brown mustard for dipping. |
| • Taco Platter • |
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| A staple that we really don't even need to explain, because you're ordering them to have something greasy and delicious to soak up all that alcohol! Your choice of carne asada, Pollo, or both are fried with some cheese, tomatoes and onions inside homemade corn tortillas. Each platter is served with sour cream, a mild salsa Verde, and a spicy salsa borracha to dip them in. |
| • Steak and Ale Pie • |
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| A hearty beef stew that's been slow cooked in dark ale is encased in a flaky, golden brown pastry. Served with mash and marinated cherry tomatoes. Sure to warm you from the bitter Ishgardian cold. |
| • Ishgardian Cream Stew • |
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| Midnight Gold happily has a pot of classic Ishgardian cream stew for anyone looking to have a bowl that will warm their belly and spirits! Served with two pieces of toasted, crusty bread. The meat in it is whatever is on sale. Please ask your server if you're concerned about what it is. |
| • Kasha's Hot Wings • |
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| Ready to set your taste buds ablazed? Look no further than our spicy Kasha Wings! Made with a unique Midnight Gold sauce, it truly tests your limits to what you knew as 'hot as hell'. This chicken can be ordered in three different sets. 3-6-9. (Whenever you go to consume the chicken, be sure to roll a /random! For every 100 you pass, that is how much you can handle the spice!) |
| • The Garden Crunch • |
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| This is an entirely veggie meal! For those that do not or like to eat meat. Crafted with seasoned rice, sautéed shiitake mushrooms, edamame, avocado & shredded carrots. Optional side sauces of soy-ginger dress and/or spicy mayo. Finally, topped off with scallions and sesame seeds. |
Dessert
| • Tiramisu • |
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| A classic no-bake Garlemald dessert featuring coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with a whipped mixture of mascarpone cheese, eggs, and sugar, topped with cocoa powder. Served within a clear glass cup to be able to see the layers. |
| • Sticky Toffee Pudding • |
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| Classic Sharlayan dessert featuring a moist sponge cake with chopped dates, drenched in a rich, buttery toffee sauce, and traditionally served warm with vanilla custard, ice cream, or whipped cream. |
| • Caramel Cheesecake • |
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| Rich, indulgent dessert featuring a thick, velvety filling of cream cheese, sugar, and eggs, usually baked on a crisp graham cracker or cookie crust. Served in a perfect circular slice. Golden flakes shaved over top of the caramel swirl within. |
Staff
Some images have links to carrds!
Y'nul Youri
• Owner •
Lighten Up Boss!
Cava Youri
• Co-Owner •
Pink Fox
Ljos Aogane
• Manager •
Kaiwa
Lefra Ymir
• Bartender •
Lefra's Desire
Anatha Guomund
• Bartender/Server •
Anatha's Cure
Ojeaux Odoix
• Chef •
Midnight Ojeaux
Moggorne
• Security •
Moggorne's Choice
Sev Guomundsson
• Security •
The Sharlayan Twister
Hoja Ortiz
• Chef/Bartender •
Blue Ke'ni
Atlem Venta
• Security (Part-Time) •
Serpents Strike
Einar Ejinn
• Float (Part-Time) •
Peanut Ricotta
Rupert Bauerlien
• Float •
Rupert's Revenge
Lake Wuldenne
• Server (Part-Time) •
Lake's Razzle Dazzle
Penelope Kusakari
• Server (Part-Time) •
Penelope's Spritz
Finn Xandrae
• Server •
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Affiliate specials
| • Electrope Iced Tea • |
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| A shocking taste on a boozy classic. A combination of vodka, gin, tequila and light rum. The vibrant blue color comes from the blue curacao liquer added in. Sour mix, lemon lime soda and the lime wedge give this drink that tingle without having to lick any sockets! |
| • Vile Heat • |
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| House made tortilla chips topped with seasoned beef or chicken, hot peppers, nacho cheese, salsa, lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, & hot sauce for the ultimate kick! |
| • Slow Mo • |
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| Experience your surroundings in a mellowed out state, a deep relaxation sets in and it's hard to worry much about anything at all. Effect - Slowed reactions, dulling your emotions. Use at your own risk. |
| • Careless Whisper • |
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| Also known as: The Mistell. Ever make a really embarrassing mistake? ... Want to make another? Spicy cinnamon whiskey, vermouth, and a tiny dash of a cherry-flavored alchemical potion to help you forget your mistake. Not liable for anything else forgotten. |
| • Totally Not Suggestive • |
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| Obligatory dessert cocktail. Vodka and white peach juice is topped with a small scoop of strawberry ice cream, which is then topped with whipped cream. Garnished with a cookie crumble and a totally-not-sus strawberry slice. Best served off of someone's body. |
About us
Midnight Gold proudly serves the working classes of the illustrious city of Ishgard along with everyone else both near and far.Founded with one purpose in mind... people need a place to kick back, enjoy the simple vices of life, and enjoy the company of others. Whether it's reading from the latest articles regarding Aetherology, or having a game of darts and billiards, we will treat you as you're meant to be, like someone who belongs here.Looking for work? Ask our staff about some of the goings on around the city and beyond! We may even have some bestial bounties for the aspiring monster hunter that walks through our doors.Something about this smoking lounge feels... different from your typical fare. You may not be able to put your finger on it right away, but something about the way the walls seem to know you're there, that little scratching noise you heard from nowhere, or even that shelf of unusual trinkets just before the stairs leaves you with a lot of questions.It's probably nothing, perhaps?Besides...Do you really wish to know more than you need to?