equipment$40–80 total (spread across chosen skills)used in 1 side quest
Skill practice equipment kit
The basic tools needed to practice whatever skill you're learning—lockpicks, juggling balls, drawing supplies, whatever. Having dedicated equipment ready eliminates the setup excuse.
What to look for
- 1Buy only what's needed for your first chosen skill, then add more
- 2Quality matters for precision skills (lockpicking, drawing) but not for juggling or cardistry
- 3Portable items fit the 'pocket skills' concept better
- 4Start with beginner-appropriate versions, not professional gear
Skip
- Buying equipment for all ten skills before starting skill one
- Professional-grade tools when learning basics
Used for: daily 15-minute practice sessions · eliminating 'I need to find my tools' friction · building muscle memory with consistent equipment
Side quests that use it
Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.
