Updates on Consignment House
Just a small update from Scapes on the official forums regarding the consignment house that we know is coming in Patch 2.
As mentioned in the “Lowdown” thread, The Abyss Chronicles will introduce a new feature: the Consignment House. Now, Wikipedia tells us that “consignment is the act of consigning”. After that nugget of truth, it goes on to explain that consigning “is placing a person or thing in the hand of another, but retaining ownership until the goods are sold or person is transferred.”
To elaborate on what it means for Hellgate: London, you will be able to post items up for buyout by other players (no bidding involved). Think eBay’s “Buy It Now” option. So, strictly speaking, “auction house” would be a misnomer. Hence, Consignment House.
Bidding is being considered as a future aspect of the Consignment House.
– Scapes
Scapes also adds the following.
I’m speculating a bit here but this could mean that the Consignment House will be hit up more often than an Auction House would, what with folks checking what new items have been put up for purchase (and to not miss deals and steals).
(I love auction housing so this feature is very dear to me.)
– Scapes
Enjoy 
