65 Irrational Taste

Preparing for long journeys is a necessity for most adventurers. Acquiring peculiar tastes is both an unintended side effect and a survival strategy. Not many will steal your rations if they would never consider touching them in the first place. Here are some suggestions on what to pack.

1. Something Hard to Chew

It can be dried, smoked, salted, or otherwise dehydrated, but it has more in common with leather than it does with other foods.

images What is it made of?



images How does it smell?



2. A Powerful Spice

In desperate situations you need something strong to hide hints of rot.

images What does it taste like?



images How must you store it?



3. Something to Keep You Awake

Being able to focus on lonely watch shifts is a valuable skill. Having something to keep you alert is one of the best ways to ensure you (and the rest of your party) will make it to the next watch.

images How do you use it?



images Is it easy to find?



4. Something to Keep Your Attention

It can be a book, map, craft, or puzzle, anything to keep your focus when there is nothing else to do.

images How long have you had it?



images Do you believe you have mastered it?