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.
'If you wish to know more of prospecting, speak with the chief supplier here in Lhan Garan.'
WARNING: You must make sure to have room in your inventory for this quest.
You should speak with the chief supplier to learn more about prospecting.
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 Chief Supplier provided you with the ingredients necessary to create a copper ingot.
To open your crafting panel, you can use the 'T' key or click on the crafting button (it looks like a hammer and anvil) in the lower left part of your UI.
Select the Prospecting tab in the craft UI and find the proper recipe.
Remember: in order to execute a recipe you must be near the proper facility. Prospecting requires a forge.
The recipe is complete. Do not sell the copper ingot! It is time to show your handiwork to your mentor, the chief supplier.