Portable gnomish press

A portable gnomish press (also called a wine press or cedar press) is a portable press that can be used to make wine from grapes, berries, and other ingredients, and cider from apples. Unlike stationary gnomish presses, this version is portable. It is considered an auction quality item. Portable gnomish presses were first released as a gnomish clockwork wine press during the Festival of the Fallen in 2015. Auction quality wine presses are capable of making a wide variety of wines, which vary depending on the grape, berry, fruit, or plant used. They have since been updated to allow for switching between wine press and cider press modes. Cider presses are similarly capable of making a wide variety of ciders, depending on the type or color of apple used. Wine Press Analyze You analyze the clockwork wine press and sense that the item is largely free from merchant alteration restrictions, but the creator has stated that "The item type should not change." The creator has also provided the following information: This is an auction quality portable wine press. It requires ingredients to work properly. POKE it to switch between making wine and cider. Place an ingredient (such as grapes, apples, or fruits) in the press and TURN it to make wine. It can be further customized to create a unique label for your wine bottles or cider jugs. Since this is a gnomish mechanical device, it may "clog" from time to time. You must then FIX the press before it can be used again. CLEANING the machine regularly will prevent clogs. VERBS unlocked for this press are: POKE, FIX, CLEAN, RUB, SLAP, TICKLE, PRAISE, GAZE, and TURN. This press is currently set to create wine. Wine Recipes can be produced from the follow fruits: Grapes: green, purple, red, sparkling, white, wild, Neartofar, Yander's Farm, Ravelin, or Toadwort Berries: blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, elderberries, strawberries, strawberry, winterberries Misc.: apple, cherries, cherry, dandelions, honey, lilac, nutmeg, peaches, roses, spices Try as you might, you cannot get a good sense of whether or not the press's pockets could get any deeper, but you can tell that the press is as light as it can get. Usage Verb Status First Third CLEAN You quickly disassemble your clockwork wine press and carefully scrub away the sticky residue and pulpy remains of smooshed grapes. You stare at the pile of mismatched gears and cogs and curse the arkati that you didn't think to contract a gnome for this. With perserverence and hard work, you manage to put the clockwork wine press back together in such a way that you are fairly certain it will work. Roundtime: 10 sec. XXX quickly disassembles her clockwork wine press and carefully scrubs away the sticky residue and pulpy remains of smooshed grapes. Staring in confused consternation at the pile of mismatched cogs and gears, XXX takes her time completing the arduous task of reassembling the machine. FIX Clogged Cringing at the thought of the gooey mess, you pluck up your resolve and tear into the task of making your clockwork wine press work again. You carefully remove the covering plate and spy a handful of grape skins caught in one of the smaller gears. With extreme care, you remove the skins and polish the gear, giving it a quick spin to be certain it's working before reassembling the clockwork wine press. Roundtime: 30 secs. With a look of trepidation, XXX removes the covering plate from her clockwork wine press. A relieved look crosses her face as she removes a handful of grape skins from a gear and carefully reassembles the clockwork wine press. Not broken Your clockwork wine press appears to be in working order, at least according to your rudimentary understanding of its inner workings. N/A GAZE You gaze in unmasked admiration at your clockwork wine press, feeling truly blessed to own such an invention. XXX gazes in unmasked admiration at her clockwork wine press. POKE Poking at the mechanics of your clockwork wine press, you hear a crisp grinding noise followed by a large *CLANG*. You recoil in horror, hoping you didn't break something as the press transforms in a cloud of steam, revealing a portable clockwork cider press. N/A PRAISE Staring at your clockwork wine press, you praise the gnomish inventor who made such a fabulous contraption. Staring at her clockwork wine press, XXX mutters a few words of praise for gnomish inventors. PUT {INGREDIENT} IN {PRESS} You carefully place a cluster of plump purple grapes inside the clockwork wine press along with a variety of grapes, hoping it tastes good. XXX carefully places her plump purple grapes inside a gnomish clockwork wine press along with a variety of grapes. she looks a bit nervous. RUB You take a few moments to polish your clockwork wine press, proud to own such a wonderful machine. XXX takes a few moments to polish her clockwork wine press, obviously proud to own such a wonderful machine. SLAP As the press starts to work, a loud *BANG* erupts from the machine coupled with a heavy cloud of dark smoke. You quickly slap the side of the clockwork wine press in alarm and it settles down. You are fairly certain it will work now. As XXX's press starts to work, a loud *BANG* erupts from it coupled with a heavy cloud of dark smoke. She quickly gives the side of the clockwork wine press a hearty slap and it settles down. TICKLE You lightly run your fingers over the intricate gears and cogs of your clockwork wine press, admiring the gnomish craftsmanship. XXX lightly runs her fingers over the intricate gears and cogs of her clockwork wine press, clearly admiring the gnomish crafsmanship. TURN Empty You realize your clockwork wine press is empty and consider putting some fruit or spices in it to make better wine. N/A Successful You turn the crank on the side of the clockwork wine press. Exposed gears spin with your effort, driving numerous metal "foot-shaped" pounders in a rapid up and down motion, effectively crushing the grapes within. 15 sec rt. You finish up the process and affix your personal label to a bottle. Satisified with your skill as a vintner, you turn the tap, filling the bottle and cork it. XXX turns the crank on the side of a gnomish clockwork wine press. Exposed gears spin with her effort, driving numerous metal "foot-shaped" pounders in a rapid up and down motion, effectively crushing the grapes within. XXX finishes up the process and affixes her personal label to a bottle. Turning the tap on her clockwork wine press, she fills her bottle and corks it. Unsuccessful You turn the crank on the side of the clockwork wine press. Exposed gears spin with your effort, driving numerous metal "foot-shaped" pounders in a rapid up and down motion, effectively crushing the grapes within. 15 sec rt. That is not suitable for wine making, maybe you should hire a gnome! XXX turns the crank on the side of a gnomish clockwork wine press. Exposed gears spin with her effort, driving numerous metal "foot-shaped" pounders in a rapid up and down motion, effectively crushing the grapes within. XXX finishes up the process and affixes her personal label to a bottle. Turning the tap on her clockwork wine press, she fills her bottle and corks it. Clogged With a resounding *CLANG* and an ominous puff of black smoke, your clockwork wine press comes to a grinding halt. After careful study, it appears it might be clogged. With a resounding *CLANG* and an ominous puff of black smoke, XXX's clockwork wine press comes to a grinding halt. Cider Press Verbs that are essentially the same between the Wine Press and Cider Press forms are not relisted. Analyze You analyze the clockwork cider press and sense that the item is largely free from merchant alteration restrictions, but the creator has stated that "The item type should not change." The creator has also provided the following information: This is an auction quality portable wine press. It requires ingredients to work properly. POKE it to switch between making wine and cider. Place an ingredient (such as grapes, apples, or fruits) in the press and TURN it to make wine. It can be further customized to create a unique label for your wine bottles or cider jugs. Since this is a gnomish mechanical device, it may "clog" from time to time. You must then FIX the press before it can be used again. CLEANING the machine regularly will prevent clogs. VERBS unlocked for this press are: POKE, FIX, CLEAN, RUB, SLAP, TICKLE, PRAISE, GAZE, and TURN. This press is currently set to create cider. Cider recipes can be produced from the following apples: pale yellow apple, matte green apple, verdant apple, cerise-tinted apple, goldenrod apple, scarlet apple, gold-streaked apple, plum-colored apple, stormbrow apple, golden-green apple, small apple, wintercrisp apple, orange-red apple Try as you might, you cannot get a good sense of whether or not the press's pockets could get any deeper, but you can tell that the press is as light as it can get. Usage Verb Status First Third POKE Poking at the mechanics of your clockwork cider press, you hear a crisp grinding noise followed by a large *CLANG*. You recoil in horror, hoping you didn't break something as the press transforms in a cloud of steam, revealing a portable clockwork wine press. N/A PUT {INGREDIENT} IN {PRESS} You carefully place a small apple inside the clockwork cider press along with a variety of apples, hoping it tastes good. XXX carefully places her small apple inside a portable clockwork cider press along with a variety of apples. TURN Empty You realize your clockwork cider press is empty and consider putting some apples in it in order to make cider. N/A Successful You turn the crank on the side of the clockwork cider press. Exposed gears spin with your effort, driving numerous metal "foot-shaped" pounders in a rapid up and down motion, effectively crushing the small apple within. Roundtime: 3 secs. You finish up the process and affix your personal label to a wide-mouthed reddish jug. Satisfied with your selection, you turn the tap filling the jug to the top. XXX turns the crank on the side of the clockwork cider press. Exposed gears spin with her effort, driving numerous metal "foot-shaped" pounders in a rapid up and down motion, effectively crushing the small apple within. XXX finished up the process and affixes her personal label to a wide-mouthed reddish jug. Turning the tap on her clockwork cider press, she fills her reddish jug to the top. Unsuccessful This section has not been added yet; please add to it now! This section has not been added yet; please add to it now! Additional Information Press Description Portable gnomish presses have a default appearance based on which mode they are in. It is the same description used by stationary gnomish presses. Wine Press Built of a mismatch of gears and cogs, several highly polished metal "foot-shaped" pounders have been affixed to a large camshaft over an aged oak barrel. A small crank juts out to one side. Cider Press Built of a mismatch of gears and cogs, several highly polished metal "foot-shaped" pounders have been affixed to a large camshaft over a large metal tub. A bulbous copper boiler sits directly below the tub, occasionally releasing puffs of steam with a soft whistle. A small crank juts out to one side. Public Presses Stationary gnomish presses can be used to create a local wine or cider from the appropriate ingredients. They typically require a fee to use and can only make wine or cider, not both. Some may have additional restrictions on the type of wine produced. Products Different wines, champagnes, or ciders can be created depending on what is used as an ingredient and if the press is in wine press or cider press mode. Wines have a default LOOK/SHOW description and read of: A crimson parchment label with flowing golden script graces the front of the bottle. In the Common language, it reads: XXX's Private Reserve Ciders have a default READ of: In the Common language, it reads: XXX's (apple type/color) Fresh Pressed Cider Wine Flavors Beverage Ingredient Sources Flavors Red Wine red grapes Bounding forward with berry and vanilla oak aromas, the wine is a pleasant mixture of soft ripe sweetness and earthy tones. Fine tannins leave little tang in the aftertaste, complementing the full-bodied flavor in perfect harmony. White Wine white grapes Leaving a clean, crisp aftertaste, it carries a suggestion of grapefruit blended with apricots. With a taste of subtly blended fruits, it has a decidedly floral aroma. Sparkling Champagne wild grapes Foraging, Stacked Vintners Feathery, delicate, and unassuming. Floral, yet dry, and filled with tiny bubbles that tickle the tongue. Neartofar Riesling Neartofar grapes* Stacked Vintners The light, crisp taste of riesling is enhanced by the undertones of muddled fruits. You pick out the sweet tastes of apple, orange, and peach juices infused into the wine. Yander's Farm Chardonnay Yander's Farm grapes* Stacked Vintners Full-bodied and ripe, the taste quickly evolves into a complex symphony of flavors. The pleasant aroma of the clear liquid only hints at the sweet taste, which teases your tongue with essences of earth and fruit. Ravelin Muscat Ravelin grapes* Stacked Vintners Bounding forward with berry and vanilla oak aromas, the wine is a pleasant mixture of soft ripe sweetness and earthy tones. Fine tannins leave little tang in the aftertaste, complementing the full-bodied flavor in perfect harmony. Toadwort Burgundy The floral, earthy, and spiced bouquet rises from the glass to tickle the senses moments before the dark liquid spread across your palate. Rich black fruit, earthy mushrooms, and toasty bacon consume the palate with a strong tannic background. The palate is big, round, and supple with prominent cherry and cranberry fruit flavors complemented by notes of smoke and black pepper. The finish is long and lingering with soft tannins and attractive undertones of vanilla and toast. Blackberry Wine blackberries Foraging, Faendryl Enclave It reveals a sweet blackberry jam flavor with a soft dusty oaken taste and a note of fennel at the end. A soft vanilla aftertaste complements the sweet, dark berry flavor. Blueberry Wine blueberries Foraging, Stacked Vintners It is smooth, with a faintly nutty aftertaste. The subtle layering of flavors holds your attention. Boysenberry Wine boysenberries The corky flavor overwhelms its other qualities. It has a simple appeal. Elderberry Wine elderberries Foraging Sweet berry flavors mingle with hints of spice. A hint of raisin lingers beneath the other flavors in the complex, mildly confusing blend. Strawberry Wine strawberries House Sylvanfair The fragrant scents of several spices and the fruity tastes of oranges and strawberry explode in your mouth. The distinctive tastes of cloves and other spices are mingled with the fruity goodness of oranges and strawberries. Winterberry Wine winterberries Beacon Hall Archive Cart The corky flavor overwhelms its other qualities. It has a simple appeal. Apple Wine apple The subtle mix of flavors evokes apples and melons. The fruity bouquet lingers on your tongue. Cherry Wine cherry / cherries Foraging, Stacked Vintners The bawdy, young blend presents with a fruity flavor and reveals a rich, robust finish. The wine has an oak undertone with hints of cherry in the blend. Dandelion Wine dandelions Stacked Vintners The silky mouthfeel of the supple wine is augmented by sharp aggressive notes of vanilla and star anise. A herbaceous tang contrasts with spicy vanilla and star anise, adding depth to the long finish of the wine. Honey Wine honey Fickle's Fruits, Apiculture Jar An exquisite floral aroma graces your nose as the sweet, luscious flavor fills your mouth. Light, sweet, and airy, with a perfume reminiscent of lushly blooming honeysuckle. Lilac Wine lilacs Stacked Vintners A fragile medley of floral tastes dances over your tongue to produce a soft, sensual warmth. Sweet, delicate, and exquisitely cold, this is a truly meritorious blend of flavors. Mulled Wine nutmeg Foraging, Stacked Vintners Full-bodied and ripe, the taste quickly evolves into a complex symphony of flavors. The pleasant aroma of the clear liquid only hints at the sweet taste, which teases your tongue with essences of earth and fruit. Peach Wine peaches Hearthstone Legends Bar An underlying flavor of honey melds into a sweet, fruity taste. A note of spicy cinnamon chases apricots, honey, and peaches in a subtle dance across your tongue. Rose Wine roses Brinn's Blossoms, Stacked Vintners The delicate, spring-like scent rests atop a full body. The slightest hint of oak enriches the delicate flavor. Spiced Wine currants, spices Foraging, Stacked Vintners The masterful blending of subtle spices with superb grapes creates a flavor that is subtly potent. Hints of honey and spices, heavily flavored with currants, course across your palate. Raspberry Wine raspberries Foraging The full-bodied burgundy evokes notes of ripe raspberries beneath a subtle hint of smooth vanilla. A complex aroma of lavender and vanilla heightens the flavor of the rich burgundy wine. * While these grapes seem like they should make their respective wines, they currently are bugged and will only produce a random wine. Cider Flavors Ingredient Sources Flavors pale yellow apple Stacked Vintners Sweetened by maple syrup, the hot apple cider is a perfect blend of juicy fruit and warm spice. A subtle and lingering heat builds from the infusion of cinnamon and nutmeg into the sweetened beverage. matte green apple Stacked Vintners The natural complexity of flavors from the harvested fruit gives the cider a perfect balance of sweet and sour. Slightly astringent, the cider mellows to leave behind a lingering sweetness on the palate. verdant apple Stacked Vintners The sweetness of brown sugar soothes the tartness of the hot apple cider, but does little to mellow the capsaicin bite of chilies infusing the drink. This hot beverage is perfectly balanced between the sour flavor of green apples and sweet brown sugar, with an added layer of heat provided by red chilies. cerise-tinted apple Stacked Vintners Nutty and not too sweet, a pleasant bite of woody nutmeg cuts through the warm fog of apple and honey. A floral aroma clings to the dark cider, the bittersweet apple tang enclosed by the faint resinous taste of nutmeg. goldenrod apple Stacked Vintners A complex layering of molasses, cinnamon and clove surrounds the profound taste of apple. The hot aroma of gingerbread spices and a touch of dark molasses give the cider a dessert-like quality. scarlet apple Stacked Vintners The blush-toned liquid is saturated with delicious berry undertones that compliment the mild apple flavor. A hint of oak comes from the steaming drink, enhanced by wine-like tannins. gold-streaked apple Stacked Vintners Laced with sweet tanginess, the warm cider's spices are perfectly blended to satisfy the most discriminating of palates. The cider is a comforting combination of brisk and mellow as it is drawn along your throat with warming fullness. plum-colored apple Stacked Vintners In contrast to its murky dark hue, the hot cider's flavors are sharp and clear. The mellowness of ripe apples gives the drink its full body, while a generous pour of molasses adds depth and bright notes of cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger lend an aromatic bite. A dash of black pepper creates an impression of lasting warmth at the finish. Made with fully ripened fruit, the dark cider bursts with robust flavor that stands up to generous lashings of cinnamon, allspice, and mace. Tannic apple predominates at first taste but soon gives way to hints of fig and black plum. stormbrow apple Stacked Vintners As you lift the cloudy cider to your lips, you detect a hint of sulfur mingling subtly over the sweet aroma of sun-kissed apples. The warmth of the liquid intensifies as the blend of exotic spices erupts across your taste buds. The cider sends tiny sparks across your tongue while layers of sweet apple flavors build and peak into traces of a volcanic terror. golden-green apple Stacked Vintners Rich notes of nutmeg accentuate the sweetness of the warm cider. The hot cider is smooth, simple, and sweet. A comfortable warmth follows each swallow. small apple Foraging The toasted mulling spices are steeped throughout the fresh cider, the cinnamon and clove flavors heightened by the addition of wildflower honey. Faint hints of caramel and vanilla bean complement the spiced cider, the sweetness tempered by the natural tartness of the apples. wintercrisp apple Foraging A gentle kiss of cinnamon weaves through the slightly tart cider, the mulled spices combining with a fresh twist of citrus. Rich brown sugar is infused into each sip, the sweetened cider mixed with a small hint of bourbon. orange-red apple Foraging A warm cascade of spiced cider slips over your tongue, its viscous heat curling like a blanket around your senses. The brightness of oranges peeks through, tempering the earthy depth of cinnamon sticks and clove. Nutmeg and cardamom leave a lingering warmth, a savory echo that feels like winter distilled into a single sip. The cider rolls thick and slow over your palate, its warmth laced with the tang of citrus that hums beneath the surface. A symphony of spices unfolds, cinnamon and allspice lead, while clove and cardamom follow with a soft, aromatic finish. Its restrained sweetness lets the complexity of the brew linger, leaving behind a cozy, spiced glow. See Also Stationary gnomish press

Portable gnomish press Information Type Fluff Crafting Item Classification Miscellaneous Item(s) Applied to Gnomish press Alterable Light/Deep Customizable Yes Custom Bottle/Jug Label Original Release Venue Festival of the Fallen Original Release Year 2015 Item Verbs CLEAN FIX GAZE POKE PRAISE PUT RUB SLAP TICKLE TURN