Arena:King Orgnum's Coffer

Artifact: King Orgnum's Coffer (lore page)
Shares Appearance With	Nothing, it has no appearance
Statistics
Weight	0 kg
Enchantment
1-100 gold once per day.

"King Orghum's [sic] Coffer is a small-sized chest, ordinary in appearance. It is remarkably light, almost weightless, which offers a clue to its true magic. Once a day, the Coffer will create gold from naught. When King Orghum himself possessed the Coffer, the supply within was limitless. Those who have found it since report that the Coffer eventually disappears after having dispersed enough gold to shame even the wealthiest of merchants. Where and why it vanishes is still a mystery."—Codex Scientia

King Orgnum's Coffer is an artifact that can be obtained by taking part in an artifact quest. Per the Codex Scientia, this quest can be started anywhere but the Summurset Isle. The artifact itself will be found in High Rock or the Summurset Isle.

The artifact will passively generate 1-100 gold for you per day.

Quest Dialogue

Quest-starting Rumors

• "Well, if you're able to spend some gold in order to make a lot of gold, I have a deal for you. There's a chap a bit to the [Direction] in the [Tavern name] who knows how to get to King Orgnum's Coffer. If you've never heard about the coffer, it's the magical item that keeps on giving. Head toward the [Tavern name] right away because I don't know how long this guy will be there."

• "Some chap [Direction] of here in the [Tavern name] is making a profit that would make King Orgnum himself proud. He says he knows where Orgnum's magical coffer is, but he needs several hundred gold pieces to say. Despicable, in my opinion."

• "It never ceases to amuse me how much money people will spend to get rich quick. If you want to see what I mean, go [Direction] to the [Tavern name]. If he hasn't left yet, there's a man there willing to tell you how to find King Orgnum's Coffer, the key to a lifetime of wealth - for a price. Don't bring any money with you if you go or he'll talking you out of it all."

Tavern Encounters

• "Well, I won't ask you how you knew who to question about King Orghum's Coffer." A tall gentleman turns to you and shakes your hand. "Someone on the street must have told you where [NPC name] was conducting his business. He or she probably doubted my authenticity, given the suspicious nature of the [Settlement name] citizenry. I assure you that if you follow my advice, you will be a very rich [PC race]. All I ask is [Amount of gold] gold - a small advance on your forthcoming salary."

• You hear a snort of derisive laughter behind you. "Of course, everyone wants to know if King Orghum's Coffer is a fact or a myth. But if they knew the Coffer existed and where it is, how many would be brave enough to go after them? Most people wish for a magic box always full of money, but are too lazy or frightened to follow their dream. My name is [NPC name] and if you have the will and [Amount of gold] gold pieces, I will tell you how to find King Orghum's Coffer."

• The man to your right looks at you strangely after you mention the coffer, as if to analyse your intentions. "I am [NPC name]. I know how you may find King Orghum's Coffer and I will tell you, for a price, of course. [Amount of gold] gold pieces, to be exact. This may seem like a lot of money, but with the Coffer, you will have a daily income most people in [Settlement name] dream of making annually. I think the price is fair. Your reply, [PC race]?"

Negotiation:

• "Yeah, I don't think so. Make me a real offer, [PC race]."

• "Not even close, [PC race]. Is that the best you can offer?"

• "There's a fine line between shrewd bartering and outright insults, and you've crossed it. Make a legitimate offer this time."

• "Oh well. I'll probably still be at [tavern] for [number of] days with my offer standing. Fare thee well, young [PC race]."

• "No hard feelings, [PC race], but I look for other interested parties. I'll be here [number of] days if you want to think about it and get back to me. Until then, goodbye."

• "You don't know what you're passing up. Well, I must be leaving [Settlement name] in [number of] days, but you'll find me here until then if you come to your senses. Goodbye."

• "A little backbone I like, [PC race]. Would you consider [Amount of gold] gold instead?"

• "Are you certain you can't make it [Amount of gold] gold? I'd agree to that."

• "I'd like to, but I can't accept that. Would you agree to [Amount of gold] gold?"

New encounter after rejecting the quest:

• At the mention of King Orgnum's Coffer, the familiar dark figure of [NPC name] appears next to you. His hearing is apparently exceptional. "Back again, o [PC race]? Well, the offer still stands, lucky for you. I'll share with you the secret of the location of King Orgnum's Coffer for [Amount of gold] gold pieces, as we agreed."

• You feel a tap on your shoulder and notice that [NPC name] has come up behind you. "I knew you'd be back. I assume you're now prepared to give me [Amount of gold] gold pieces to learn how one may find King Orgnum's Coffer of legend?"

• The innkeeper lets out a whistle. "[NPC name]! The [PC race] is back to talk with you!" [NPC name] emerges from across the room. "You've reconsidered," he says. "Marvelous. Now if you have the [Amount of gold] pieces of gold I requested, I'll tell you exactly how one might find King Orgnum's Coffer. Agreed?"

Location

• "Thank you very much, [PC race]. The gold will come in handy. I hope you can make equally good use of my information. King Orghum lost his Coffer eighty or more years ago, during one of the marine battles with the Emperor of Tamriel, who was then Antiochus Septim. After the loss, Orghum's island kingdom of Pyandonea ceased to be a world power - probably because the King could no longer afford as great a fleet as before. The Coffer washed ashore on Summurset Isle, where it was an elusive presence. If I were you, I'd go to a place called the [Dungeon name], and see if you can find the map that leads to the Coffer. I'll inscribe its location onto your map of the continent. I wish you good luck."