Lock Box Maker

Lock Box Maker
Location:	Crossings, Kuro Orchard, Western Harvest Route, The Jade Urn
Origin:	Asken
Vendor?	Yes
Roamer?	Yes
First Appearance:	Chapter Zero The Journey Begins
Threat to player?	No

Behavior

The Lock Box Maker asks you to test the new lock they have developed. They will also sell you items from their inventory.

Locations

• Crossings
• Char Cape Passage by day
• Kuro Orchard by the side of the road by the connection to Western Harvest Route during the day.
• Western Harvest Route by the road on the connection to Crossings.
• The Jade Urn at night

Endeavour

The Lock Box Maker has a lockbox. Before you attempt the endeavour:

This strongbox is locked tight. Only mechanical skill and deft hands will entice it open.

You must pass a +3 check.

If you are successful:

*The lock box snaps open, as does the mouth of the Lock Box Maker*

I can't believe my eyes...I was so sure I had considered every weakness...

Inventory

For Sale

• Card player's box
• Ficus tree box
• Rosewood jewellery box
• Scholar's supply box
• Simple wooden crate
• Smooth gourd container
• Sturdy freight box

Dialogue

A challenge for you, Wanderer!

	Dialogue
Speaking to the Lockbox Maker for the first time	Hello! I am not only a lock box maker I'll have you know...I am a lock pick proof lock box maker! At least that is my ambition. I have here the lock box of my latest design...I would be grateful if you could make an attempt to pick the lock. To study how you get on will help me improve my lock box further. What do you say, do you accept?
Speaking to the Lockbox Maker for the second time	I have some things to trade, if you have a mind for it..?

	Dialogue
After completing the endeavour successfully	Care to trade? I have some fine boxes.