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Tales of the Shire: A Bywater Culinary Quest Guide

The Taste of Bywater quest challenges players to craft a unique dish representing the town and organize a communal feast. This activity introduces mechanics like venue selection, multi-serving cooking, and hosting events beyond your home.

Getting Started

  • Unlocked during Bywater’s main story campaign
  • Requires preparing four servings of a signature dish
  • Mandates using a venue larger than your Hobbit-hole

Unlocking the Three-Farthing Stone

  • Locate sparkles near this outdoor landmark
  • Inspect the area to unlock it as a gathering spot
  • Become available for all future shared meals

Event Hosting Guide

  • Use your writing desk to invite Young Tom Cotton, Sandyman, Willow Took, and Nora Burrows
  • Carry prepared dishes in your inventory (no pantry access during offsite events)
  • Serve all four meals at the Three-Farthing Stone to finish the quest

Quest Rewards

  • Upgraded relationships with all attendees
  • Permanent access to the Three-Farthing Stone venue for gatherings with up to four guests

FAQ

Event Location?

Three-Farthing Stone in Bywater

Required Guests?

  • Young Tom Cotton
  • Sandyman
  • Willow Took
  • Nora Burrows

Venue Not Appearing?

Complete the sparkle interaction near the stone first.