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MISTSPRING WATER FLASK
Overview & Game Mechanics
| Origin | Type | Impact (on‑table rules) | Cost (Beta Age) | Cost (Gamma Age) | Availability for Players |
| Bottled by Mistspring Water Inc. from Arla River's spring outflows in the Atrana Mountains | 750 mL sealed flask | Removes one level of exhaustion; advantage on saves vs. dehydration for 2 h; regain 1d4 HP if below half max HP | 6 K | Remaining bottles were stockpiled by the Federal Allotment Agency | Common in Frontier Quickdraws (Beta Age); Gamma Age PCs need allotment authorization |
Context & Historical Background
When exohuman settlers first arrived on VOI 700 D, abundant local water seemed free — until expanding ExoHuman camps tainted wells and springs. In September 2626, Chantal Berkenheim tapped the pristine Arla source and founded Mistspring Water Inc., bottling bulk 5 L and 10 L jerrycans — produced by Bermuda Inc. — for inns, bars, and households.
The 750 mL sealed flask was introduced in December 2626 as an exclusive spin‑off for the Frontier Quickdraws, offering on‑the‑go refreshment.
Contents & Usage
- 750 mL Sealed Flask: Sterile glass flask (produced by Bermuda Inc.) with tamper‑evident cork and heat‑shrink seal.
- Usage Instructions: “Twist cork, pour or sip directly. Discard flask responsibly.”
- On‑Table Effect: Drink at will to remove exhaustion, boost dehydration saves, and heal minor wounds.
Packaging & Appearance
- Bottle Material: Recycled viewport glass from Last Frontier (manufactured by Bermuda Inc.).
- Label: Clear wrap with blue spring‑wave logo, batch code, bottling date, and “Pure from the Source” motto.
- Seal: Wax‑dipped cork bearing Mistspring watermark.
Shelf Stability & Storage
- Storage: Keep sealed flasks in cool, shaded areas.
- Shelf Life: Indefinite when sealed; once opened, consume within 24 h.
Legacy & Impact
- Morale Boost: Instant refreshment in dusty outposts—settlers reported clarity of mind and renewed vigor.
- Price Backlash: Many settlers criticized the steep 6 K price for a small bottle, sparking debates over necessity versus cost.
Tactical Advice for Dungeon Masters
Adventure Hook Example:
- Poisoned Bottles Blackmail: Talia Maren receives a ransom note: pay 10 000 Kourou by next Friday or more Quickdraw goods get laced. The blackmailer claims one water bottle is already lethal. She hires the PCs for a covert op — find the poisoned bottle before it’s pulled, trace how the supply chain was breached, and unmask whether the culprit is an insider. Clues might include mismatched seal stamps in the Receiving Dock, altered ledger lines, a missing refill crate, or Hoos resin on a forbidden mezzanine door. A staged payout sting at the Dispatch Platform could nab the perp — or trigger a desperate sabotage attempt …
Related Pages and Further Information
- Chantal Berkenheim (founder)
- Federal Allotment Agency (successor, Gamma Age)
- Federal Allotment Centers (Gamma Age)
- Federal Fountains (Gamma Age)
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