# [Q] What can I gather?
**Quest Group**: 1438747
**Steps**: 41
## Summary
Nature's a treasure trove—grass, trees, rocks, water, animals...
You name it, it's got something useful.
Even the same tree can give timber or sap,
depending on how you gather.
※ Approach a gatherable resource and interact (Interact) to collect it.
※ Switch gathering tools using the displayed buttons (Interaction_0, Interaction_1).
## Quest Text Steps
### Step 3
- **Objective**: [Q] What can I gather?
- **Summary**: Nature's a treasure trove—grass, trees, rocks, water, animals...
You name it, it's got something useful.
Even the same tree can give timber or sap,
depending on how you gather.
※ Approach a gatherable resource and interact (Interact) to collect it.
※ Switch gathering tools using the displayed buttons (Interaction_0, Interaction_1).
### Step 4
- **Objective**: [Q] Where can I get better Gathering tools?
- **Summary**: You can craft your own at the Tool Workshop,
or just pick some up from the Material Vendor.
Trust me, better tools mean faster Gathering and way more materials.
Don't settle for less!
### Step 5
- **Objective**: [Q] What can I use gathered materials for?
- **Summary**: You can put natural resources to work
in all kinds of ways.
Dig up potatoes and milk cows to whip up a feast,
or chop down trees and build yourself a boat.
You can even pan for gold in the river,
or use animal blood and tree sap for Alchemy.
### Step 6
- **Objective**: [Q] What happens when my Gathering level and mastery go up?
- **Summary**: Nobody's a pro on day one. Wasting a few herbs is part of the journey.
I used to tear up everything myself!
But keep at it, and you'll find yourself collecting with ease.
It'll feel second nature before you know it.
※ Gathering may consume Energy.
Higher levels increase your chance to gather without using Energy.
※ Higher Gathering Mastery increases
your chance and amount of rare resources.
### Step 7
- **Objective**: [Q] How can I get better at Gathering?
- **Summary**: If you've gotten good enough to be an Artisan,
visit the Land of the Morning Light.
I've heard Hyunyong in Moodle Village
knows an amazing technique or two.
You'll be gathering in batches, and maybe even find treasures
like Millennial Wild Ginseng. Worth the trip!
### Step 8
- **Objective**: [Q] What's a Lakiaro?
- **Summary**: In Drieghan and Kamasylvia,
there's a special plant called Lakiaro.
It's easy to spot. Shiny, with bright red flowers.
You'll need a delicate hoe to dig it up without damaging it.
If you've got the right tool,
give it a shot when you see one.
There's a patch at the southern edge of Duvencrune Farmland,
perfect for practicing your skills.
※ Equip a Dostter Steel Hoe, Dostter Hoe,
or Manos Hoe to gather Lakiaro.
※ Receive minigame instructions
the first time you gather Lakiaro.
### Step 9
- **Objective**: [Q] How do I graduate?
- **Summary**: ※ After completing all Combat and Life Skill Courses,
the graduation quest becomes available during the graduation period.
Visit Justin Bartali, the Olvia Academy Headmaster,
to begin the graduation quest.
### Step 10
- **Objective**: Show Fairy's Breath.
- **Summary**: Whoa... I didn't think you'd bring back this much!
I'm impressed!
### Step 11
- **Reward**: If you're ready to dive headfirst into the world of Gathering,
I'll show you the ropes, step by step!
### Step 12
- **Objective**: Alright. I want to sign up for the course.
- **Summary**: Alright! Then starting today, you're an herbalist...
...No wait. A gatherer!
### Step 13
- **Objective**: I don't think I'm ready yet.
- **Summary**: Ah, I see. No worries, take your time!
Just come back when you're ready!
### Step 14
- **Reward**: Don't worry. Even total beginners pick this up fast...
especially with me teaching you.
### Step 15
- **Reward**: There are all kinds of tools you can use for Gathering.
Alright, I'll walk you through them, one by one. Keep up!
### Step 16
- **Objective**: What's Lumbering?
- **Summary**: Lumbering is chopping down trees to collect timber.
Using a lumbering axe is the most efficient way.
You can process the wood into planks, plywood,
or even scantling.
### Step 17
- **Objective**: What's Fluid Collecting?
- **Summary**: Fluid Collecting means extracting sap from trees
or drawing blood from fallen animals.
You'll need a fluid collector for this.
Sap and blood are mainly used in Alchemy.
### Step 18
- **Objective**: What's Hoe Gathering?
- **Summary**: Plants like crops, herbs, and mushrooms
should be carefully dug up with a hoe.
You can gather some of these with your bare hands,
but the results will be different.
You might get seeds for Farming, herbs for Alchemy,
or crops for Cooking.
### Step 19
- **Objective**: What's Butchering?
- **Summary**: With a butcher knife and a fluid collector,
you can get meat and blood from fallen animals.
Meat is mainly used in Cooking,
while blood is used in Alchemy.
### Step 20
- **Objective**: What's Tanning?
- **Summary**: Use a tanning knife on fallen animals
to collect hide or feathers.
Usually, the hide is dried,
and the feathers are filtered for use.
### Step 21
- **Objective**: What's Mining?
- **Summary**: Use a pickaxe on minerals
to obtain various ore.
Depending on the type,
you can process the ore by Heating or Grinding.
### Step 22
- **Objective**: What's Water Scooping?
- **Summary**: At the water's edge—sea, river, or lake—
use an empty bottle to scoop up water.
You can filter or heat the water for Cooking,
Alchemy, or even to water your garden.
### Step 23
- **Objective**: Are there any other Gathering methods?
- **Summary**: You can collect weeds from bushes or thickets with your bare hands,
or dig up sand in the desert with a shovel!
### Step 24
- **Objective**: [Complete] I understand everything!
- **Reward**: Let's get straight to it. Hands-on experience
is the best way to get better at Gathering!
- **Summary**: You got it all? Great!
Let's get started with the real lessons now.
### Step 25
- **Objective**: [Guide] Lesson guide
- **Summary**: ※ Ask Zelfinith about the different types of Gathering.
When you feel you understand, reply with [Complete].
### Step 26
- **Objective**: [Complete] I understand everything!
- **Summary**: You got it all? Great!
Let's get started with the real lessons now.
### Step 27
- **Reward**: 20 Potatoes! Let's get moving!
This is as basic as it gets in Gathering.
### Step 28
- **Reward**: Next, we're onto Fluid Collecting.
You've been cruising so far... how about we crank things up a notch?
### Step 29
- **Reward**: Ash Sap is mostly used in Alchemy.
It's a key material, so make sure to collect it carefully!
### Step 30
- **Reward**: You nailed that one too! Nice work!
But let's see... will the next one still feel that easy?
### Step 31
- **Reward**: Got your butcher knife ready?
Stay safe out there!
### Step 32
- **Reward**: Let's keep the pace and try something new.
Now it's time for Lumbering! Trees never let you down.
### Step 33
- **Reward**: No matter how thick or sturdy a tree looks,
just keep swinging your axe and it'll fall eventually. You've got this!
### Step 34
- **Reward**: You're picking this up so fast,
I'm starting to get jealous. Seriously.
### Step 35
- **Reward**: Now, collect 20 Wolf Hides.
Give it your best shot!
### Step 36
- **Reward**: I know you'll crush the next one too.
Alright, time for Mining!
### Step 37
- **Reward**: Next up, 20 Rough Stones!
Check your pickaxe's durability and go for it!
### Step 38
- **Reward**: This is your final challenge.
With skills like yours? I know you'll pull it off.
### Step 39
- **Reward**: It might be tough,
so don't hesitate to take a break if you need to.
### Step 40
- **Reward**: And now, all that's left is the graduation ceremony.
Alright! Hang tight for a moment.
### Step 41
- **Reward**: The ceremony's simple!
Just shout the chant one last time.