equipment$25–45used in 3 side quests

Adjustable LED desk lamp with color temperature control

Desk lamp that switches between warm yellow light (reduces eye strain for evening work) and bright white daylight (shows accurate colors for painting and matching). Adjustable arm positions light to avoid glare on wet surfaces or screens.

What to look for

  1. 1Color temperature range from at least 3000K (warm) to 5500K+ (daylight)
  2. 2Adjustable arm or gooseneck that holds position without drooping
  3. 3Dimming control separate from color temperature (you want both adjustments)
  4. 4Stable base or clamp mount—wobbly lamps create moving shadows

Skip

  • Lamps with only 2-3 preset modes instead of continuous adjustment
  • Flimsy arms that sag under the lamp head's weight after a week
  • Touch-only controls if you'll have wet or paint-covered hands

Used for: detail painting without color distortion · reading and writing during evening sessions · eliminating glare on wet watercolor work · reducing eye strain during long creative projects

Side quests that use it

Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.