The mission can only start after Pa arrives to Portia. The secondary trigger is likely the player's relationship level with Toby.[ verify ]
There is a time limit of 7 days.
Conduct of the mission[]
Toby asks for the player's help:
You know what? I've realized that something is missing in my life...
Like what?
Good question! I thought about it a lot, and finally realized...
I need to get a sword!
I used to have one, but Miss Lucy took it! What's she gonna do with it, anyway, huh?
She wouldn't be actin' so tough if I had my sword...
But! See, now you're here, you can make me another one; that's easy for you, right?
Sure, what could possibly go wrong?
You're too young to have a sword, Toby...
→ Sure, what could possibly go wrong?
Woo-hoo! Finally! An adult who actually understands me! An' make it a Hardwood Sword, not some dinky ol' practice sword!
→ You're too young to have a sword, Toby...
What! No! Who's gotten to you?... Player, just come back a little later... when no one's watching.
Choosing the first option starts the mission, choosing the second option declines it. Waiting several days after declining the mission will cause the mission to permanently disappear.
Make a Hardwood Sword[]
The following item is required to proceed with the mission:
Practice Sword (1)
Level 1 Worktable Level 1 Worktable
Experience +500