Key items are unique, non-consumable items that are essential for story progression, unlocking new areas, or activating specific events. They cannot be sold or discarded. Examples include:

Tablet Fragments: The most important key items, used to restore lost lands.
Magic Key: Unlocks blue doors.
Thief's Key: Unlocks red doors.
Ultimate Key: Unlocks all locked doors.
Ship: Allows travel across the world map's oceans.
Flying Carpet: Allows flight over certain terrain.
Zoom: A spell that functions like a key item, allowing instant travel to previously visited towns.

Always pay attention to new key items you acquire, as they often signal new opportunities for exploration or progression. Some key items are found in chests, others are given to you by NPCs, and some are rewards for completing specific quests. The game's progression is heavily tied to acquiring and using these special items, so keep track of them in your inventory.

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Key Items