ultima online tinkering

Tinkering in Ultima Online (UO) is a crafting skill that allows players to create a variety of useful tools, traps, and mechanical devices. Its a versatile skill that pairs well with other crafting abilities like Blacksmithing, Carpentry, and Lumberjacking. Key Aspects of Tinkering in UO: Craftable Items: - Tools: Lockpicks, repair deeds, sextants, spyglasses, etc. - Traps: Explosion traps, poison traps, dart traps. - Mechanical Devices: Clockwork creatures (e.g., Clockwork Scorpion), teleporters. - Containers: Metal boxes, crates, and other storage solutions. - Furniture & Decor: Kegs, metal chests, candelabras. Materials Needed: - Ingots (Iron, Dull Copper, Shadow Iron, etc.) for metal items. - Boards (for wooden components). - Gears (required for clockwork items). - Trapping Kits (for making traps). Skill Training: - 0-30: Craft simple items like tools (e.g., tongs, scissors). - 30-50: Make lockpicks (useful for thieves) and small furniture. - 50-70: Craft traps and more complex items like metal chests. - 70-100: Create clockwork creatures (great for combat pets) and teleporters. Useful Macros & Tips: - Mass Crafting: Use UO macros to repeatedly craft items for skill gain (e.g., making gears). - Profit Potential: Selling lockpicks, repair deeds, and traps can be lucrative. - Synergies: Combine with Blacksmithing for better material efficiency. Notable Recipes: - Clockwork Scorpion (requires 90+ Tinkering). - Ornate Candelabra (decorative, high skill). - Explosion Trap (useful for PvM/PvP). Why Train Tinkering? Utility: Repair deeds, lockpicks, and teleporters are always in demand. Profit: High-end traps and clockwork pets sell well. Fun Factor: Unique mechanical creations add depth to gameplay. Would you like recommendations for skill gain guides or best items to craft for profit?