Prospectors mine ore-nodes to discover the raw materials hidden within. They are also adept at working the ore into ingots. Ore-nodes not only provide ore, but will often contain gems or other objects that are used by other professions. This collection profession is much-needed in Middle-earth.
Be careful! You will need to complete the correct recipe and deliver the correct item outlined in this quest.
You will need to execute the smelt copper recipe and deliver a copper ingot. Failing to do so will force you to obtain new raw materials or to restart the quest after a 24-hour delay.
'Well, look at you. I do not often see your folk here, and when I do, I always find it a bit queer. Well, hobbits less so because of the hill.
'Oh, I am sorry, you wish to know more of prospecting? Todd Brushwood, the supplier here, has offered to teach all who wish to know the finer points of prospecting.
'Good day, ${RACE}.'
WARNING: You must make sure to have room in your inventory for this quest.
Ingredients for prospectors are found in ore-nodes in the wild, sometimes in chests, and purchased from suppliers. You can also find ingredients in the Auction Hall.
The supplier provided you with a crate full of ingredients that you can use to execute the prospector recipe. Open the crate to get the ingredients.
The Supplier provided you with the ingredients necessary to create a copper ingot.
The recipe is complete. Do not sell the copper ingot! It is time to show your handiwork to your mentor, the supplier.