equipment$15–35used in 4 side quests
Dot grid journal (hardcover)
A hardcover notebook with dot grid pages that supports both writing and custom layouts (maps, sketches, trackers). The dots provide alignment guides without the rigidity of lines, and physical tracking creates stronger memory than digital logs.
What to look for
- 1Lay-flat binding for writing across spreads without gaps
- 2160gsm paper minimum to prevent ink bleed-through
- 3Hardcover for outdoor durability and writing-surface support
- 4Numbered pages and index section for cross-referencing quests
Skip
- Spiral bindings that snag or prevent flat writing
- Thin paper (under 100gsm) that ghosts with most pens
- Soft covers that collapse when writing without a table
Used for: Logging quest completions and progress tracking · Sketching location maps and architectural details · Recording reflections and patterns noticed · Pressing small specimens between pages
Side quests that use it
Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.
Creative Arts
The Art of People Watching
Become a detective of the everyday—every stranger has a story waiting to be imagined.
Personal Growth
IRL Side Quests Complete System (Beginner to Advanced)
Turn your life into an adventure game with a proven progression system that builds from 15-minute quests to multi-day expeditions.