equipment$8–15used in 1 side quest

Multi-tool carabiner with compass

Small carabiner clip with integrated compass, bottle opener, screwdriver bits, and other micro-tools. Stays on your bag for spontaneous quest moments when you need basic functionality immediately.

What to look for

  1. 1Liquid-filled compass (more accurate than button compasses)
  2. 2Actual load-bearing carabiner rating (not decorative-only)
  3. 3Bottle opener and flat-head screwdriver minimum
  4. 4Glow-in-dark markings for low-light navigation

Skip

  • Toy-grade carabiners that can't hold actual weight
  • Oversized models over 3" that snag on everything

Used for: Spontaneous trail detours with basic navigation · Opening locked historical markers or cabinets · Quick fixes during unexpected side quests