equipment$12–25used in 1 side quest

Project timer

A physical countdown timer that enforces work sessions and prevents endless tweaking. When it beeps, you stop—even if the work isn't perfect.

What to look for

  1. 1Easy to set common intervals (5, 10, 25 minutes) without menus
  2. 2Loud or vibrating alarm you'll actually notice
  3. 3Adjustable volume or silent mode for shared spaces
  4. 4Battery-powered or rechargeable (not plugged in)

Skip

  • Tiny buttons that require precision to press
  • Timers that reset accidentally when bumped

Used for: Enforcing 'done is better than perfect' on creative work · Breaking large projects into timed sprints · Building focused work habits

Side quests that use it

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