Gems
From Istaria Lexica
Uncut gems are the raw material from which gems are created and are used to create cut gems. There are three per tier and they're harvested from outcroppings of the same name using a Mining Pick or the Dragon Quarrying Ability. They can also be harvested from defeated Gem Golems.
Gems are produced by the Miner and the Jeweler using the Gemworking skill at a Gem Cutting Bench with a Gem Cutter or by a Dragon at similar machines using the Dragon Gemworking Ability.
Gems are used to create:
- Jewelry using a Gem Cutter.
- Dragon Claws using the Dragon Scalecraft Ability.
- Ground versions of gems are used for dyes.
- Tri-Cut Gems using Dragon Gemworking at a Gem Cutting Bench.
Formulas[edit]
| Formula | Minimum Skill |
|---|---|
| Beginner Cut Gem | 1 |
| Beginner Blighted Cut Gem | 100 |
| Journeyman Cut Gem | 400 |
| Journeyman Blighted Cut Gem | 500 |
| Expert Cut Gem | 800 |
| Expert Blighted Cut Gem | 900 |
| Master Cut Gem | 1000 |
| Master Blighted Cut Gem | 1100 |
Beginner Gems (Tiers 1&2)[edit]
These gems are cut from their respective uncut variations using the Beginner Cut Gem formula, a Gem Cutter, and the Gemworking skill (which must be at least the minimum skill of the material you want to work with). It is suggested that you use tools made from materials equal to or greater than the tier you are crafting with. The level range for the beginner formulas are 1-40; at level 40, you may scribe the Journeyman formulas.
| Name | Icon (Uncut/Cut) | Location | Tier | Minimum Skill | Optimal skill |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncut Garnet | 
|
Lesser Aradoth (southern/central), Garnet Bay, New Trismus | 1 | 1 | 200 |
| Uncut Malachite | 
|
Lesser Aradoth (southern/central), Garnet Bay, New Trismus | 1 | 1 | 200 |
| Uncut Turquoise | 
|
Lesser Aradoth (southern/central), Garnet Bay, New Trismus | 1 | 1 | 200 |
| Uncut Rose Quartz | 
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Scorpion Island, Abandoned Island, Duskhold, Pleasant Canyon, Summit, Ashlander's Cauldron | 2 | 200 | 425 |
| Uncut Amethyst | 
|
Scorpion Island, Abandoned Island, Duskhold, Pleasant Canyon, Summit, Bristugo | 2 | 200 | 425 |
| Uncut Lapis Lazuli | 
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Scorpion Island, Abandoned Island, Duskhold, Pleasant Canyon, Summit, Observatory Outpost | 2 | 200 | 425 |
Garnet, Malachite, and Turquoise[edit]
The three Tier 1 gems are Garnet, Malachite, and Turquoise. These are rather common in Istaria and can be found in low-level areas. There are outcroppings of these gems north of Sslanis in the mines, around Garnet Bay and in its mines, in the mine in the southwest of New Trismus, and southeast of the Amu'merras. Only Turquoise outcroppings can be found north of Sslanis and only Garnet outcroppings can be found west-southwest of Spider Isle. One of the best places to gather these gems is likely New Trismus, as there is a guaranteed machine nearby. However, Garnet Bay may be more preferable if there are player-created plots available. They are both unguarded.
Rose Quartz, Amethyst, and Lapis Lazuli[edit]
The three Tier 2 gems are Rose Quartz, Amethyst, and Lapis Lazuli. They can be found scattered throughout the Tier 2 regions of Istaria. Outcroppings of the three gems can be found north of Kenaf Port, scattered along the top of the Abandoned Island's mountain, between Scorpion Bay and Darvus to the west, south-southwest of Scorpion's Claw, southwest of Duskhold, west of Pleasant Canyon, and east-southeast of Summit. Amethyst can also be found guarded by Amethyst Golems southeast of Bristugo, just Lapis Lazuli's guarded by Lapis Lazuli Golems north of the Observatory Outpost, and just Rose Quartz is guarded by Rose Quartz Golems in Ashlander's Cauldron. It's likely that the Scorpion Island outcroppings are the best to gather safely (Scorpion Bay/Darvus and Scorpion's Claw), but the nearest outcroppings to a machine are on top of the Abandoned Island, guarded by Frost Beetles and Winter Wolves.
Journeyman Gems (Tier 3&4)[edit]
These gems are cut from their respective uncut variations using the Journeyman Cut Gem formula (you must have 400 Gemworking to scribe this!), a Gem Cutter, and the Gemworking skill (which must be at least the minimum skill of the material you want to work with). It is suggested that you use tools made from materials equal to or greater than the tier you are crafting with. The level range for the beginner formulas are 40-80; at level 80, you may scribe the Expert formulas.
| Name | Icon (Uncut/Cut) | Location | Tier | Minimum Skill | Optimal skill |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncut Citrine | 
|
Desokul, Tower of Healing, Desert's Edge, Mahagra Tundra, Valley of the Moon, Aughundell Mines, Valley of Repose, Snowfall | 3 | 400 | 650 |
| Uncut Jasper | 
|
Desokul, Tower of Healing, Desert's Edge, Mahagra Tundra, Valley of the Moon, Aughundell Mines, Valley of Repose, Summit | 3 | 400 | 650 |
| Uncut Aquamarine | 
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Desokul, Tower of Healing, Desert's Edge, Mahagra Tundra, Valley of the Moon, Aughundell Mines, Valley of Repose, Snowfall | 3 | 400 | 650 |
| Uncut Topaz | 
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North of Dralk & Frostwatch | 4 | 600 | 875 |
| Uncut Opal | 
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North of Dralk, West of Relstaroth's Lair | 4 | 600 | 875 |
| Uncut Jade | 
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North of Dralk, Northwest of Frostwatch | 4 | 600 | 875 |
Citrine, Jasper, and Aquamarine[edit]
The three Tier 3 gems are Citrine, Jasper, and Aquamarine. They can be found around Desokul, all around the Tower of Healing, north and west of Desert's Edge, along the Mahagra Tundra, around Daggarth's Spine, in the Aughundell Mines, and north of the Valley of Repose. Purely Citrine can be found northwest of Snowfall, Jasper south of Summit, and Aquamarine east of Snowfall. One of the better places to gather is within the Aughundell Mines, as there is a machine close by and golems don't wander very close. In the end, though, it's player preference.
Topaz, Opal, and Jade[edit]
The three Tier 4 gems are Topaz, Opal, and Jade. They can be found north of Dralk. Only Topaz can be found amidst the Topaz Golems north of Frostwatch, Jade west of that Topaz among Jade Golems, and Opal west of Relstaroth's Lair amidst the Opal Golems. Likely the best place to gather the Tier 4 gems is north of Dralk, as there is an NPC lair somewhat close by.
Expert Gems (Tier 5)[edit]
These gems are cut from their respective uncut variations using the Expert Cut Gem formula (you must have 800 Gemworking to scribe this!), a Gem Cutter, and the Gemworking skill (which must be at least the minimum skill of the material you want to work with). It is suggested that you use tools made from materials equal to or greater than the tier you are crafting with. The level range for the beginner formulas are 80-100; at level 100, you may scribe the Master formulas.
| Name | Icon (Uncut/Cut) | Location | Tier | Minimum Skill | Optimal skill |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncut Peridot | 
|
Island of Fire, Isle of Ice, Drakul's Heart, Saritova Islands | 5 | 800 | 1100 |
| Uncut Fire Opal | 
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Island of Fire, Isle of Ice, Drakul's Heart, Saritova Islands | 5 | 800 | 1100 |
| Uncut Emerald | 
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Island of Fire, Isle of Ice, Drakul's Heart, Saritova Islands | 5 | 800 | 1100 |
Peridot, Fire Opal, and Emerald[edit]
The three Tier 5 gems are Peridot, Fire Opal, and Emerald. They can be found on the western end of the Island of Fire, central Drakul's Heart, southwestern Island of Ice, and across most of the island of Saritova Islands, in the mountains. Purely Fire Opal can be found on the eastern half of the Island of Fire, guarded by Fire Opal Golems. On Saritova, there is a lot of separation of the outcroppings. Fire Opal is on the mid-western portion of the island, guarded by more Fire Opal Golems. There's also a few more outcroppings in the north. Peridot is in the northeast, a bit east of the former Fire Opal deposits, and south of the same Fire Opal deposits. Emerald is found on the southern portion of the mountain and on the more westernly northern half. The best spot for this gem is arguable, as most - if not all - are guarded. It's possible the Island of Ice is the best, since there is a machine somewhat nearby.
Master Gems (Tier 6)[edit]
These gems are cut from their respective uncut variations using the Master Cut Gem formula (you must have 1000 Gemworking to scribe this!), a Gem Cutter, and the Gemworking skill (which must be at least the minimum skill of the material you want to work with). It is suggested that you use tools made from materials equal to or greater than the tier you are crafting with.
| Name | Icon (Uncut/Cut) | Location | Tier | Minimum Skill | Optimal skill |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncut Ruby | 
|
Northeast of Harro | 6 | 1000 | 1325 |
| Uncut Sapphire | 
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East-southeast of Delgarath | 6 | 1000 | 1325 |
| Uncut Diamond | 
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Peak of Arrakos | 6 | 1000 | 1325 |
Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond[edit]
The Tier 6 gems are Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond. They cannot be found together, unlike other tiers. Ruby is found northeast of Harro, bordering the Eastern Deadlands. Sapphire can be found -eastsoutheast of Delgarath, near the blighted areas at the foot of the mountain. Diamond can be found south of the Peak of Arrakos (which is south of Delgarath) along the southern mountainside - the Diamond golem Mohs patrols this area, so beware. These are the only locations, so there is no "best place" to speak of.
Usage[edit]
| Tier | Name | Use |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malachite/Turquoise/Garnet | |
| 2 | Rose Quartz/Amethyst/Lapis Lazuli | |
| 3 | Citrine/Jasper/Aquamarine | |
| 4 | Topaz/Opal/Jade | |
| 5 | Peridot/Fire Opal/Emerald | |
| 6 | Ruby/Sapphire/Diamond |
