90-Day “Gem Grinder” Item (Convert Gems/Stones into Shiny Dust Anywhere)

Discussion in 'Creative Corner' started by rotokap1, Jan 21, 2026.

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  1. rotokap1

    rotokap1 Forum Greenhorn

    Hello Drakensang Team and community,
    Since large features can require a huge amount of work, I’d like to suggest a smaller QoL improvement that would still have a big positive impact on daily gameplay.
    Idea[​IMG]

    Add an item purchasable from Premium NPCs / Premium Merchant that works similarly to the Smelter (90 days)—but for gems.
    For 90 days, it would allow players to convert gems/stones into Shiny Dust quickly and conveniently.
    What the item would do

    • A “Gem Grinder (90 days)” / “Dust Converter (90 days)” item
    • Not consumed on use, just like the Smelter item concept
    • Le
    • ts you select a gem stack and convert it into Shiny Dust with one click
    • Optional toggle (if feasible):
      • Convert selected stack only
      • Convert all eligible gems in inventory (with a confirmation prompt)
    Why this would be useful

    Upgrading gems requires large amounts of Shiny Dust, and right now converting gems to dust can be very click-heavy
    and time-consuming.
    This item would:
    • reduce repetitive clicking (better comfort/QoL),
    • help players manage inventory faster,
    • keep the current economy intact (same dust output as existing conversion—just faster).
    Balance / Abuse Concerns (easy safeguards)

    To keep it safe and fair:
    • the item is account-bound (not tradable),
    • works only on un-equipped gems in inventory,
    • uses the same dust conversion rules as the current system (no extra dust—only convenience).
    Availability

    • Sold via Premium NPC / Premium Merchant (for example during Premium Day, like other Premium shop utility items).
    • Duration: 90 days, matching the Smelter-style convenience model.
    This is my personal vision, but I’m open to discussion and suggestions from anyone interested so we can refine it into a solid, well-balanced proposal.