Main Quests

Welcome, Builder! This comprehensive guide will walk you through every step of My Time at Sandrock's main storyline. From your arrival in the desert town to becoming a pivotal member of the community, we've got you covered with detailed instructions, item locations, and strategies to ensure your journey is smooth and rewarding.

Welcome to Sandrock

Your adventure begins the moment you step off the train. This introductory quest serves as your initial orientation to Sandrock.

Step 1: Meet Mi-an
- Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by Mi-an, a fellow builder. Follow her as she introduces you to the town.
- Location: Sandrock Train Station, then follow the path into town.
Step 2: Tour the Workshop
- Mi-an will lead you to your new workshop. This is where you'll spend most of your time crafting and building.
- Action: Interact with the workshop sign to claim it.
Step 3: Talk to Yan
- Yan, the head of the Builders' Guild, will be waiting at your workshop. He'll give you your first official tasks.
- Location: Your Workshop.
- Reward: Basic tools (Pickhammer, Axe), 100 Gols.

The New Builder

This quest focuses on getting you acquainted with basic crafting and resource gathering.

Step 1: Gather Resources
- Yan will ask you to gather basic materials. You'll need:
  - 10 Wood Scraps: Found by chopping down small trees or bushes around your workshop using your Axe.
  - 10 Stone: Mined from small rock formations near your workshop using your Pickhammer.
- Strategy: Prioritize clearing the immediate area around your workshop to make space and gather resources simultaneously.
Step 2: Craft a Basic Furnace
- Using the Assembly Station in your workshop, craft a Basic Furnace.
- Materials Required: 8 Stone, 4 Wood Scraps.
- Action: Open your Assembly Station, select the Basic Furnace blueprint, and place the required materials.
Step 3: Refine Copper Bars
- Place 5 Copper Ore into your newly crafted Basic Furnace. Copper Ore can be found in the Eufaula Salvage Abandoned Ruins.
- Action: Interact with the Basic Furnace, drag Copper Ore into the input slots, and wait for it to process.
- Reward: 5 Copper Bars, experience points.

Becoming Official

It's time to make your builder status official and get your Builder's License.

Step 1: Visit the Civil Corps Office
- Head to the Civil Corps office, located near the center of Sandrock.
- Location: Check your map for the Civil Corps icon.
- Action: Speak with Justice or Matilda inside the office.
Step 2: Complete the Builder's Test
- You'll be given a simple test to prove your building prowess. This usually involves crafting a specific item.
- Example Item: Often a Simple Grinder or a Wooden Storage Box. Check your quest log for specifics.
- Materials: For a Simple Grinder, you'll need 6 Wood Scraps, 4 Stone, and 2 Copper Bars.
- Strategy: Ensure you have enough materials beforehand. If not, gather them from around your workshop or the Eufaula Salvage Abandoned Ruins.
Step 3: Receive Your License
- Return to the Civil Corps office after crafting the item.
- Action: Speak to Justice or Matilda again to submit your crafted item and receive your official Builder's License.
- Reward: Builder's License, access to commissions, increased reputation with the Civil Corps.

The Show Must Go On

This quest involves helping the town prepare for an important event, often requiring collaboration and more advanced crafting.

Step 1: Talk to Owen at the Blue Moon Saloon
- Owen will inform you about the upcoming show and ask for your help.
- Location: Blue Moon Saloon, located in the central plaza of Sandrock.
Step 2: Gather Specific Materials for Stage Props
- Owen will provide a list of materials needed for the stage. This often includes items like:
  - Hardwood Planks: Crafted from Hardwood at a Civil Recycler or obtained from larger trees in the Eufaula Salvage Abandoned Ruins.
  - Iron Bars: Smelted from Iron Ore in a Civil Furnace. Iron Ore is found deeper within the Eufaula Salvage Abandoned Ruins.
  - Fabric: Crafted from Plant Fiber at a Spinning Machine or purchased from the Commerce Guild Store.
- Strategy: Plan your mining trips to the Eufaula Salvage Abandoned Ruins efficiently. Remember to bring plenty of pickhammers and consider upgrading them for better efficiency.
Step 3: Craft the Stage Props
- Use your Assembly Station to construct the required stage props based on the blueprints provided by Owen.
- Example Props: Wooden Stage Frame, Spotlight Stands, Fabric Curtains.
- Action: Open your Assembly Station, select the relevant blueprints, and assemble the items.
Step 4: Deliver the Props to the Event Location
- Once crafted, deliver the completed stage props to the designated event area. This is typically the Sandrock Plaza or a temporary stage setup.
- Action: Interact with the designated delivery point to place the items.
- Reward: Gols, reputation with Owen and the town, experience points.