consumable$3–6used in 1 side quest
Beverage from café
A drink purchased from a café that serves as your ticket to occupy a table or outdoor seat for an extended period. The social contract of café culture: buy something, claim your spot, watch the world go by.
What to look for
- 1Something that lasts 30–60 minutes at drinking temperature or stays pleasant when cool
- 2Size that matches your intended stay (small for quick visits, large for longer sessions)
- 3Low maintenance—doesn't require constant stirring, won't separate badly, comfortable to sip slowly
Skip
- Complicated drinks that get unpleasant as they sit (heavy cream drinks that separate, ice-blended items that become soup)
- Items so cheap the staff might question a long stay (a single espresso for a two-hour table claim)
Used for: Securing a table or seat with a view · Creating a reason to sit and observe without time pressure · Supporting the establishment whose space you're using · Having something to do with your hands during long observations
Side quests that use it
Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.
