equipment$6–12used in 2 side quests
Natural sea sponge
Holds significantly more water than synthetic sponges and releases it gradually. The irregular texture blends seams and smooths surfaces without streaking or over-wetting clay.
What to look for
- 1Natural sea sponge (not synthetic)—the texture matters
- 2Palm-sized when dry (expands when wet)
- 3Dense enough to hold water but not so tight it won't release it
- 4Irregular surface texture for blending work
Skip
- Synthetic sponges—they leave streaks and hold less water
- Oversized sponges that are awkward to control with one hand
Used for: smoothing thrown pieces · blending hand-built seams · keeping clay hydrated during work · cleaning up fingerprints
Side quests that use it
Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.
