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Treasure maps (like a {{ilink|i|worn and tattered map}}) lead to boxes hidden somewhere in Elanthia that contains coins, gems, and other prizes. [[Treasure map/Prizes|View potential rewards here.]]
See [[Item:Worn_and_tattered_map|worn and tattered map]] for traits.

There is also a [[Treasure chest (system)|the player-driven version]] that allows users to hide their own treasures for others.


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*{{com|turn}}: You rotate the tattered map, examining it from a different perspective.
*{{com|turn}}: You rotate the tattered map, examining it from a different perspective.
*{{com|read}}: The map has a large 'X' marked in the middle of it. Near the marking, you can see several dotted lines forming a square. Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located near sea level, and a simple sketch of several buildings surrounds the 'X'. Straight lines have been drawn from the center, pointing north and southwest. From other markings on the map, you guess that the destination is directly east of here. Judging by your surrounding environment, you will find the treasure in this province.<br>[If you think you've found the treasure, you can STUDY the map to see.]
*{{com|read}}: The map has a large 'X' marked in the middle of it. Near the marking, you can see several dotted lines forming a square. Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located near sea level, and a simple sketch of several buildings surrounds the 'X'. Straight lines have been drawn from the center, pointing north and southwest. From other markings on the map, you guess that the destination is directly east of here. Judging by your surrounding environment, you will find the treasure in this province.<br>[If you think you've found the treasure, you can STUDY the map to see.]
:(When you {{com|READ}} a treasure map, the system will make sure it's a valid map.)
*{{com|study}}: Used to claim the treasure when you are on the correct spot. Otherwise, will display the map description as with {{tt|read}}.
*{{com|study}}: Used to claim the treasure when you are on the correct spot. Otherwise, will display the map description as with {{tt|read}}.


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Note that this data seems to be pulled from the environmental settings of the room it's in. As it seems to be an automated system, it should be possible to determine which each means.
Note that this data seems to be pulled from the environmental settings of the room it's in. As it seems to be an automated system, it should be possible to determine which each means.

====Surroundings====
====Surroundings====
* ''you can see wavy blue lines.'': Underwater/in water?
* ''you can see wavy blue lines.'': It is underwater or in water.
* ''you can see a sketch of the opening of a cavern.'': It is underground or in a cave.
* ''you can see a sketch of the opening of a cavern.'': It is underground or in a cave, mine or tunnel. and it can be verified that it's below ground by the sea level clue. Some caves are located up in the mountains. '''NOTE:''' May just be indoors as a whole.
* ''you can see several dotted lines forming a square.'': No specific type.
* ''you can see several dotted lines forming a square.'': Signifies it may be somewhere on the outskirts of or around a town. '''NOTE:''' Can be within a city.

====Elevation====
====Elevation====
* ''indicate that the destination is located near sea level,'': Indicates a rough idea of what elevation.
* ''Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located near sea level'': Indicates a rough idea of what elevation.
* ''Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located at a high elevation
* ''Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located above sea level'': Indicates it's on land.
* ''Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located at a high elevation''
* ''Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located well above sea level''

====Environment====
====Environment====
* ''a simple sketch of several buildings surrounds the 'X'.'': In a town or possibly building?.
* ''a drawing of two farm plots surrounds the 'X'.'': It is in a farming area.
* ''a filled box surrounds the 'X'.'': Dark area. '''NOTE:''' It is in a dimly lit or shady area, and may not be fully dark, but sometimes it requires a light to see.
* ''snow-peaked mountains are drawn next to the 'X'.'': In mountainous area.
* ''a simple house drawing surrounds the 'X''': It is in or near a housing area, or an Inn.
* ''snow-covered trees surround the 'X''': In mountainous forest?
* ''the mouth of a cavern surrounds the 'X'.'': Near the entrance of a cave.
* ''a simple sketch of several buildings surrounds the 'X'.'': It is in a town or on a street with buildings.
* ''a sketch of a grassy plateau is drawn above the 'X'.'': It is in a flat grassy area in high elevation.
* ''large angular boulders surround the 'X'.'': ?
* ''a drawing of two farm plots surrounds the 'X'.'': In a farming area.
* ''a filled box surrounds the 'X'.'': Dark area.
* ''a sketch of a grassy plateau is drawn above the 'X'.'': ?
* ''simple sketches of deciduous trees surround the 'X'.'': Forested area.
* ''swamp grass is drawn around the 'X'.'': ?
* ''long grass is drawn around the 'X'.'': ?
* ''small bushes with pointy leaves are drawn near the 'X''': ?
* ''a simple house drawing surrounds the 'X''': Housing area?
* ''empty space surrounds the 'X''': Means the area does not possess any of the other possible environment types.
* ''empty space surrounds the 'X''': Means the area does not possess any of the other possible environment types.
* ''icicles are drawn around the 'X'.'': It is in a snowy area.
* ''large angular boulders surround the 'X'.'': It is in a rocky cliff like area.
* ''long grass is drawn around the 'X'.'': It is in a field or prairie.
* ''sand dunes surround the 'X''': It is along a shoreline or in a sandy beach area.
* ''simple sketches of deciduous trees surround the 'X'.'': It is in a forested area.
* ''small bushes with pointy leaves are drawn near the 'X''': It is in a thicket or a room with brambles or thorn bushes.
* ''snow-covered trees surround the 'X''': It is in mountainous forest.
* ''snow-peaked mountains are drawn next to the 'X'.'': It is in mountainous area.
* ''swamp grass is drawn around the 'X'.'': It is in a marsh or swamp, or along a grassy shoreline.
* ''the mouth of a cavern surrounds the 'X'.'': It is near the entrance of a cave or mine.
* ''tiny specks of ink are littered in the area around the 'X''': It is in a desert region.
* ''wavy grass and fish surround the 'X''': ?


====Exits====
====Exits====
* ''Straight lines have been drawn from the center, pointing'': These are the exits to the room. Note that UP, DOWN, OUT and any GO or CLIMB exits would not be listed.
* ''Straight lines have been drawn from the center, pointing'': These are the exits to the room. Note that UP, DOWN, OUT and any GO or CLIMB exits would not be listed.

====Relative Location====
====Relative Location====
* ''the destination is <direction> of here.'': This is based on the [[Zone Map]], though it should be noted that the player-made [[Ranik maps]] are not always correct in relation to each other.
* ''the destination is <direction> of here.'': This is based on the [[Zone Map]], though it should be noted that the player-made [[Ranik maps]] are not always correct in relation to each other.
* ''you guess that the destination is somewhere nearby.'': You are in the same zone, which may or may not provide any information.
* ''you guess that the destination is somewhere nearby.'': You are in the same zone, which may or may not provide any information.


====Province====
==Possible Contents==
* ''Judging by your surrounding environment, you <will/will not> find the treasure in this province.'': This indicates whether you are in the same [[:Category:Provinces|province]] province as the treasure. There is a skill check requiring approximately 210 [[Outdoorsmanship]] to see this line.
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===Armor===
* {{sloot|a|blackened chain balaclava adorned with a small bird skull}}
* {{sloot|a|blackened steel cuirass embellished with ocean jaspers}}
* {{sloot|a|half-faced damite spanghelm with an articulated neck flange}}
* {{sloot|a|muracite great helm sculpted to resemble the visage of a yawning shrew}}
* {{sloot|a|polished black ceremonial armor with gilded accents}}
* {{sloot|a|red-tinted chain hauberk embellished with mammoth hide}}
* {{sloot|a|steel great helm painted to resemble a fiery inferno}}
* {{sloot|a|thick leather gloves with bear fur trim}}
* {{sloot|a|vardite great helm sculpted to resemble the visage of a roaring lion}}
* {{sloot|a|visored platinum sallet resembling the head of a wyvern}}

===Shields===
* {{sloot|s|blackened steel targe embellished with a complex tyrium-studded design}}
* {{sloot|s|dull steel targe embossed with a stalking panther}}
* {{sloot|s|medium shield bearing electrum silhouettes of big cats}}
* {{sloot|s|polished black ceremonial tower shield with gilded accents}}
* {{sloot|s|scarred leather buckler shaped like a massive claw}}
* {{sloot|s|scarred kite shield}}

===Weapons===
* {{sloot|w|blackened steel sledgehammer (2)}}
* {{sloot|w|burnished steel greatsword with an intricately wrought handguard}}
* {{sloot|w|copperwood handled hatchet with a wedge-shaped kertig head}}
* {{sloot|w|Dwarven war hammer with an anvil-shaped kertig head}}
* {{sloot|i|embroidered nightweaver-silk sack}}
: {{sloot|w|delicately woven nightweaver-silk sling dyed to a dusky shade of blue and dotted with brilliant crystalline stars}}
: {{sloot|w|sturdy crystalline globe}}s
* {{sloot|w|glaes jambiya with a carved lacewood hilt}}
* {{sloot|w|golden trident accented with tiny seed pearls}}
* {{sloot|w|heavy mace with a kertig head carved to resemble a coiled dragon}}
* {{sloot|w|hook-bladed darkstone skinning knife with a carved dragonwood grip}}
* {{sloot|w|jewel-hilted gnomish long blade incised with a blood channel}}
* {{sloot|w|kertig pole axe with a spiral-carved ironwood haft}}
* {{sloot|w|light silversteel throwing axe with a balanced dragonwood haft}}
* {{sloot|w|light throwing axe with a heart-shaped piercing}}
* {{sloot|w|mistwood-hafted hatchet with a steel head bearing a star-shaped piercing}}
* {{sloot|w|oak hafted triple-chain flail}}
* {{sloot|w|pale silvery dao with an etched blade and gem-set hilt}}
* {{sloot|w|polished steel sabre with a jeweled hilt}}
* {{sloot|w|short-hafted hand mace with a knobby silversteel head}}
* {{sloot|w|silversteel hawkbill with a leather-wrapped ironwood handle}}
* {{sloot|w|slender glaes furrier's knife with a carved amber handle}}
* {{sloot|w|slender steel dagger with a tasseled ring pommel}}
* {{sloot|w|smokewood nightstick studded with heavy vardite knobs}}
* {{sloot|w|smokewood-hafted ranseur with a haralun tip and cross-hilt}}
* {{sloot|w|spiked skull-topped mace}}
* {{sloot|w|steel cutlass with an etched blade and leather-wound hilt}}
* {{sloot|w|steel hurling axe with a cambrinth-inlaid handle}}
* {{sloot|w|steel throwing hammer with a leather-wrapped haft}}
* {{sloot|w|triple-edged silver bodice dagger with an inlaid cloisonne handle}}
* {{sloot|w|tyrium bastard sword with a glaes pommel}}
* {{sloot|w|tyrium sledgehammer with a leather-wound handle}}
* {{sloot|w|vardite-studded cosh carved from burled flamewood}}
* {{sloot|w|wide-bladed haralun hand axe with a long copperwood haft}}

===Containers===
* {{sloot|i|black leather moneybelt clasped by a mammoth's head buckle}}
* {{sloot|i|black leather moneybelt clasped by an emerald snake}}
* {{sloot|i|chamois thigh quiver adorned with cambrinth beads}}
* {{sloot|i|cracked ironwood captain's seachest}}
: {{sloot|i|blue wool captain's coat with braided silver epaulettes}}
: {{sloot|i|braided suede belt with an oval buckle engraved with the image of a skull and crossbones}}
: {{sloot|i|navy blue captain's hat with braided gold trim}}
* {{sloot|i|dented steel lunch pail crafted from parts of a great helm}}
:{{sloot|i|bottle of fresh milk}}
:{{sloot|i|corned beef sandwich on dark rye bread}}
:{{sloot|i|fresh carrot}}
:{{sloot|i|snow pear}}
:{{sloot|i|sugared duck cookie decorated with yellow icing}}
:{{sloot|i|wedge of chevre cheese}}
* {{sloot|i|eventide shadesatin shoulder bag with moonstone beaded ties}}
* {{sloot|i|fringed leather pouch decorated with amber beads}}
* {{sloot|i|large yellowed vulture skull with blood rubies set into the eye sockets}}
* {{sloot|i|red satin handbag accented with tiny metallic studs}}
* {{sloot|i|pale blue moonsilk reticule beaded with a pattern of Death's Shadow lilies}}
* {{sloot|i|shrunken yeehar skull with twin howlite spheres set into the eye sockets}}
* {{sloot|i|silk-covered chest harness}}
* {{sloot|i|soft burgundy suede thigh pouch embellished with creamy lace and seed pearls}}
* {{sloot|i|tall gold-chased stein set with leaves of absinthe emerald}}
* {{sloot|i|leather ankle sheath painted with the image of a coiling sea snake}}
:{{sloot|w|serrated steel dagger topped with an Eluned's tear sapphire}}

===Clothing===
* {{sloot|i|azure doublet of silk brocade with slashed sleeves}}
* {{sloot|i|azure samite headscarf trimmed with a mosaic border of tiny seed pearls}}
* {{sloot|i|belt fashioned from strung-together leather snowflakes}}
* {{sloot|i|black and red woolen kilt fastened with a golden flame pin}}
* {{sloot|i|black Gemfire velvet cavalier's cloak trimmed with twisted satin cording}}
* {{sloot|i|black hooded cloak bearing blue camocas flames}}
* {{sloot|i|black suede pants embroidered with snarling lion along one leg}}
* {{sloot|i|black velvet cloak secured at the neck with a crescent pin}}
* {{sloot|i|black velvet doublet with golden satin epaulets}}
* {{sloot|i|cashmere socks striped in shades of pink and grey}}
* {{sloot|i|charcoal grey gentleman's cloak trimmed with twisted satin cording}}
* {{sloot|i|cloak of satin overlaid with delicate Albarian lace|<color> cloak of satin overlaid with delicate Albarian lace}}
* {{sloot|i|creamy brocade milady's cloak trimmed in twisted satin cording}}
* {{sloot|i|dashing black brocade doublet with a flower on the lapel}}
* {{sloot|i|diaphanous length of nightmare-black silk patterned with vivid fuchsia blotches}}
* {{sloot|i|draped crimson and blue-grey steelsilk battle cloak}}
* {{sloot|i|elegant icesilk gown with sapphire and aquamarine accents}}
* {{sloot|i|farandine hat shaped like a raccoon}}
* {{sloot|i|fitted black brocade doublet accented with small lion's head buttons}}
: {{sloot|w|pearl-handled dagger with a golden lion's head pommel}}
* {{sloot|i|floor-length hooded cloak with silver-studded trim}}
* {{sloot|i|green silk sundress trimmed with Elven lace and tiny glacier emeralds}}
* {{sloot|i|heavy black leather longcoat with ornate silversteel buttons carved to resemble grinning skulls}}
* {{sloot|i|heavy woolen cloak dyed in shades of green}}
* {{sloot|i|hooded sand-colored burnoose}}
* {{sloot|i|lavish brocade greatcloak with a deep billowing hood}}
* {{sloot|i|length of amethyst damask fabric}}
* {{sloot|i|length of blue Elven silk fabric}}
* {{sloot|i|length of bone-white elven silk fabric with a deep crimson lining}}
* {{sloot|i|length of icesilk fabric}}
* {{sloot|i|length of pitch-black nightsilk beaded with lustrous idopun pearls}}
* {{sloot|i|length of snow-white fabric edged with stylized embroidery}}
* {{sloot|i|length of undyed Musparan silk weighted with vibrant dragonvein agates}}
* {{sloot|i|loose-fitting gauze pants with beaded pockets }}
* {{sloot|i|Maelshyvean iconoclast's robe of purple-speckled deep blue velvet}}
* {{sloot|i|mottled smoke-grey zibeline cloak with a vibrant golden firesilk lining}}
* {{sloot|i|pair of grey leather ankle boots decorated with silver chain}}
* {{sloot|i|pair of silk wings decorated with overlapping ice crystals}}
* {{sloot|i|pale grey swordsman's shirt with animite buttons}}
* {{sloot|i|pale silver dance veil crafted from mistsilk}}
* {{sloot|i|persimmon leather knee boots molded to resemble writhing flames}}
* {{sloot|i|plum satin corset trimmed with matching bejeweled lace}}
* {{sloot|i|ratty rumpled cape made of varicolored rat pelts}}
* {{sloot|i|raw-mistsilk fencing shirt with high-laced sleeves and a ruffled collar}}
* {{sloot|i|red and black diagonally striped tabard emblazoned with the gremlin of Spangklud}}
* {{sloot|i|red satin high-heeled sandals accented with glistening rubies}}
* {{sloot|i|sand-hued Velakan linen pants}}
* {{sloot|i|sheer gown of pale blue turbaurs lined in white silk}}
* {{sloot|i|soft black silk gown}}
* {{sloot|i|soft umber burnoose embroidered with rich golden scrollwork}}
* {{sloot|i|suede shirt with the image of a panther branded on it}}
* {{sloot|i|tailored dove-grey vest with a flower on the lapel}}
* {{sloot|i|teal and russet dancing skirt accented with cascading silk ribbons}}
* {{sloot|i|thick fleece-lined silverweave cloak with a deeply cowled hood}}
* {{sloot|i|tightly laced steelsilk bustier with snowy lace trim along the seams}}
* {{sloot|i|winged boots of thick leather sculpted to resemble massive vulture feet}}
* {{sloot|i|Zsikiel tartan vest}}

===Instruments===
* {{sloot|i|dragonwood lyre carved to resemble a fierce wyrm}}

===Jewelry===
* {{sloot|i|animite chains dangling an array of brilliant bearclaw emeralds}}
* {{sloot|i|animite cloak pin engraved with the crest of the Paladins' Guild}}
* {{sloot|i|animite cloak pin engraved with the crest of the Warrior Mage Guild}}
* {{sloot|i|black velvet choker dangling a stunning midnight diamond}}
* {{sloot|i|cloud-shaped ebony haircomb accented with a jagged bolt of bloodmist garnet}}
* {{sloot|i|clutch of tourmaline geshiloira hung from a silver chain}}
* {{sloot|i|delicate platinum ring displaying a perfect idopun pearl}}
* {{sloot|i|etched gold toe bells}}
* {{sloot|i|flawless silversteel band inlaid with a pattern of svelae waves}}
* {{sloot|i|glistening trillion-cut Gemfire ruby}}
* {{sloot|i|heavily embellished wrist cuff fashioned from precious metals}}
* {{sloot|i|icesteel hip-chain dangling ivy-shaped emeralds}}
* {{sloot|i|pair of carved ivory fangs}}
* {{sloot|i|pair of platinum teardrop earrings dangling ovals of midnight onyx }}
* {{sloot|i|pair of quartz snowdrops hung from a length of silk}}
* {{sloot|i|pair of shield-shaped cufflinks}}
* {{sloot|i|pair of silver hairsticks}}
* {{sloot|i|platinum-rimmed monocle etched with an elaborate knotwork design}}
* {{sloot|i|polished gold ring set with a carved zircon}}
* {{sloot|i|polished silver ring inlaid with tiny cambrinth lion's heads}}
* {{sloot|i|series of animite chains dangling ivory pony charms}}
* {{sloot|i|serpentine platinum hip-chain with tiny dangling bells and ruby-eyed zombie charms}}
* {{sloot|i| silversteel anklets festooned with animal skulls}}
* {{sloot|i|square icesteel monocle edged with sapphire chips}}
* {{sloot|i|silver and heartwood engagement ring}}
* {{sloot|i|filigreed silver diadem covered with dazzling snowflakes}}
* {{sloot|i|slender azurelle armband carved in a feline form set with eldring eyes}}
* {{sloot|i|small animite monocle edged with tiny jade leaves}}
* {{sloot|i|small red-gold haircomb engraved with twin-crossed swords}}
* {{sloot|i|wide platinum anniversary ring embellished with a pair of summer's heart sapphires}}
* {{sloot|i|wide silver knotwork ring displaying a vibrant blue topaz}}

===Magical===
* {{sloot|i|albredine crystal ring surrounded with glistening amethysts}}
* {{sloot|i|cambrinth fish ring}}
* {{sloot|i|cambrinth squirrel charm suspended from a golden silk cord}}
* {{sloot|i|cambrinth wristband set with a magnificent huntress diamond}}
* {{sloot|i|gleaming silver signet ring crested with a cambrinth falcon's head}}
* {{sloot|i|twisted chakrel torque embellished with a central bloodstone}}

===Miscellaneous===
* {{sloot|i|animite half-mask inlaid with lush moonstone Damaris' Dream roses}}
* {{sloot|i|bewildered marionette}}
* {{sloot|i|blood dryad figurine with a tiny gold longsword}}
* {{sloot|i|brushed platinum trophy}}
* {{sloot|i|carved acanth Kronar}}
* {{sloot|i|carved copperwood bears}}
* {{sloot|i|carved flamewood abacus with polished vardite beads}}
* {{sloot|i|carved smokewood owls}}
* {{sloot|i|carved wooden pipe shaped like a monkey's head}}
* {{sloot|i|chess board}}
* {{sloot|i|colorfully painted kaleidoscope}}
* {{sloot|i|crystal sculpture of a rearing wild horse}}
* {{sloot|i|dark leather half mask edged in bristly fur with a boar-like snout}}
* {{sloot|i|delicate glass globe}}
* {{sloot|i|etched electrum toe bells}}
* {{sloot|i|fluted gold-trimmed fishbowl}}
* {{sloot|i|furry white rabbit's foot}}
* {{sloot|i|gilded leather handbook titled "Traditions of the S'Kra Mur"}}
* {{sloot|i|Grazhite}}
* {{sloot|i|hammered gold flask adorned with kertig chasing and an imperial topaz}}
* {{sloot|i|ironwood cane with a gold handle shaped like a lightning bolt}}
* {{sloot|i|ironwood cane with a platinum handle shaped like a gear}}
* {{sloot|i|ironwood cane with an aquamarine handle shaped like a roiling wave}}
* {{sloot|i|Katambite}}
* {{sloot|i|light blue half mask accented with gleaming gemstone waves}}
* {{sloot|i|miniature treasure chests}}
* {{sloot|i|nightmare-black vulture feather quill with an animite tip}}
* {{sloot|i|nightsilk fan embroidered with a port scene engulfed by fog}}
* {{sloot|i|ornately engraved glaes belt knife}}
* {{sloot|i|pair of wire spectacles with star-shaped lenses}}
* {{sloot|i|pair of wyvern wings crafted from embossed leather}}
* {{sloot|i|raw cotton cloth trimmed with tiny lace snowflakes}}
* {{sloot|i|red leather book titled "The Essential Tart Cookbook"}}
:{{sloot|i|red key}}
* {{sloot|i|scenic crystal globe}}
* {{sloot|i|scenic desert globe}}
* {{sloot|i|shiny pinwheel}}
* {{sloot|i|silver-handled razor adorned with small cambrinth discs}}
* {{sloot|i|silversteel lockpick encrusted with diamonds}}
* {{sloot|i|slick oilskin umbrella with an elaborately carved handle }}
* {{sloot|i|small golden crocodile}}
* {{sloot|i|small mechanical cleric}}
* {{sloot|i|splintered oak pipe carved into a blackberry vine}}
:{{sloot|i|rich chocolate tobacco}}
* {{sloot|i|stained-glass Wayerd pyramid portraying images of Flaming Arrow wolfsbane}}
* {{sloot|i|stuffed toy spear crafted from brown linen}}
* {{sloot|i|thin oblong polished silver flask}}
* {{sloot|i|treasure map}} - so mean!
* {{sloot|i|white linen handkerchief embroidered with a playful kelpie}}
* {{sloot|i|Xibarite}}
* {{sloot|i|Yoakenite}}


==Spoilers==
This tool will help you hunt them down if you're stuck: https://drservice.info/Maps/
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Latest revision as of 08:23, 26 September 2023

Treasure maps (like a worn and tattered map) lead to boxes hidden somewhere in Elanthia that contains coins, gems, and other prizes. View potential rewards here.

There is also a the player-driven version that allows users to hide their own treasures for others.

Usage and example

Map markings are unique to each map; below is one example.

  • RUB:You smooth some of the wrinkles on the map as you pore over it, searching for meaning.
  • TURN: You rotate the tattered map, examining it from a different perspective.
  • READ: The map has a large 'X' marked in the middle of it. Near the marking, you can see several dotted lines forming a square. Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located near sea level, and a simple sketch of several buildings surrounds the 'X'. Straight lines have been drawn from the center, pointing north and southwest. From other markings on the map, you guess that the destination is directly east of here. Judging by your surrounding environment, you will find the treasure in this province.
    [If you think you've found the treasure, you can STUDY the map to see.]
(When you READ a treasure map, the system will make sure it's a valid map.)
  • STUDY: Used to claim the treasure when you are on the correct spot. Otherwise, will display the map description as with READ.

Meaning of Markings

Note that if properly set up, the maps will not lead to any premium or guild/race-restricted areas.

Note that this data seems to be pulled from the environmental settings of the room it's in. As it seems to be an automated system, it should be possible to determine which each means.

Surroundings

  • you can see wavy blue lines.: It is underwater or in water.
  • you can see a sketch of the opening of a cavern.: It is underground or in a cave, mine or tunnel. and it can be verified that it's below ground by the sea level clue. Some caves are located up in the mountains. NOTE: May just be indoors as a whole.
  • you can see several dotted lines forming a square.: Signifies it may be somewhere on the outskirts of or around a town. NOTE: Can be within a city.

Elevation

  • Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located near sea level: Indicates a rough idea of what elevation.
  • Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located above sea level: Indicates it's on land.
  • Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located at a high elevation
  • Contour lines drawn along the map indicate that the destination is located well above sea level

Environment

  • a drawing of two farm plots surrounds the 'X'.: It is in a farming area.
  • a filled box surrounds the 'X'.: Dark area. NOTE: It is in a dimly lit or shady area, and may not be fully dark, but sometimes it requires a light to see.
  • a simple house drawing surrounds the 'X': It is in or near a housing area, or an Inn.
  • a simple sketch of several buildings surrounds the 'X'.: It is in a town or on a street with buildings.
  • a sketch of a grassy plateau is drawn above the 'X'.: It is in a flat grassy area in high elevation.
  • empty space surrounds the 'X': Means the area does not possess any of the other possible environment types.
  • icicles are drawn around the 'X'.: It is in a snowy area.
  • large angular boulders surround the 'X'.: It is in a rocky cliff like area.
  • long grass is drawn around the 'X'.: It is in a field or prairie.
  • sand dunes surround the 'X': It is along a shoreline or in a sandy beach area.
  • simple sketches of deciduous trees surround the 'X'.: It is in a forested area.
  • small bushes with pointy leaves are drawn near the 'X': It is in a thicket or a room with brambles or thorn bushes.
  • snow-covered trees surround the 'X': It is in mountainous forest.
  • snow-peaked mountains are drawn next to the 'X'.: It is in mountainous area.
  • swamp grass is drawn around the 'X'.: It is in a marsh or swamp, or along a grassy shoreline.
  • the mouth of a cavern surrounds the 'X'.: It is near the entrance of a cave or mine.
  • tiny specks of ink are littered in the area around the 'X': It is in a desert region.
  • wavy grass and fish surround the 'X': ?

Exits

  • Straight lines have been drawn from the center, pointing: These are the exits to the room. Note that UP, DOWN, OUT and any GO or CLIMB exits would not be listed.

Relative Location

  • the destination is <direction> of here.: This is based on the Zone Map, though it should be noted that the player-made Ranik maps are not always correct in relation to each other.
  • you guess that the destination is somewhere nearby.: You are in the same zone, which may or may not provide any information.

Province

  • Judging by your surrounding environment, you <will/will not> find the treasure in this province.: This indicates whether you are in the same province province as the treasure. There is a skill check requiring approximately 210 Outdoorsmanship to see this line.

Spoilers

This tool will help you hunt them down if you're stuck: https://drservice.info/Maps/

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