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Treasure Hunting is the main focus of the Version 3.7 update. Sneaky Shane has obtained a collection of letters, journals, notes, and riddles — all containing clues that point to hidden treasure. Unlike his previous venture, he's looking to make some cash, and will sell his clues to interested players.
Players can purchase up to three Clue Scrolls per day from Sneaky Shane. Prices vary by difficulty: Easy costs $1200, Medium costs $1800, and Hard costs $2400. Clue Scrolls are restocked at midnight, Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). In addition to buying them, players can find Clue Scrolls by looting defeated NPCs, who drop them rarely, but it is the best method to obtain them, since you can farm bandits, outlaws, lawmen, and prison guard (not including bank guards and bodyguards) NPCs. Each Clue Scroll will contain a riddle, giving the location of buried treasure. While holding the scroll, players may find the location hinted at, and then use a Shovel to dig up treasure.
After reaching the general area indicated by the clue, it may take several digging attempts to locate the treasure. When the correct spot is found, the Clue Scroll disappears and a chest briefly appears. Successful digging is accompanied by metallic clanging and thud sounds, simulating contact with the chest — a noticeable contrast to the softer sound of digging in plain dirt. To fully unearth the treasure, players must dig about five more times in the same location. Once revealed, the chest can be unlocked by holding [E] for five seconds. After being looted, the chest sinks back into the ground and disappears.
When owning duplicate clues, each clue is used up individually. If digging continues after a chest has been fully revealed, another chest will be unearthed. This new chest may overlap with previously excavated treasure, but it can still be looted separately.
Be cautious while hunting for treasure, though, as some chests will include items that drop on death (gold dubloons, Legendary Pelts, Gems, etc.). meaning that if any other players are in the area near your chest, they may easily kill you and steal your loot. Private servers are also recommended for treasure hunting as there are little to no threats from other players. If you are treasure hunting in a public server, be aware of your surroundings and ensure the coast is clear before digging.
Players cannot open other players' chests, and will be met with a "This is not your chest!" error message. Players can still attempt to open the chests, but it will not work.
If a Clue Scroll is consumed, it cannot be replaced. If you solve a riddle and the clue scroll vanishes, continue digging, or backtrack to where it vanished and finish digging. If you cannot open a chest, continue digging. If you leave the game without recovering the treasure, but after starting to dig it up, the treasure will be lost, and the Clue Scroll will not be replaceable.
Treasures[]
NOTE: Scroll difficulties do not guarantee a specific chest, however harder difficulties are more likely to provide higher tiered chests.
There are three tiers of chests, each offering increasingly valuable rewards.
- The most common is a wooden chest, simple and sturdy.
- The mid-tier chest is forged from metal, hinting at better treasures within.
- The rarest chest is crafted from deep red wood and adorned with golden locks, a clear signal of its exceptional worth
All items have an equal chance of appearing, save for the Thunderstruck Log, Blunderbuss Barrel, Molotov stack, and Ketchum stacks. Each of these items are half as likely to appear as any other item on this list.
| "Cosmetic" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Sombrero | 
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"Gold Sombrero" (Cosmetic Hat) | Cosmetic |
| Decorated Soldier | 
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"Decorated Soldier" (Cosmetic Hat) | Cosmetic |
| Inventor Goggles | 
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"Inventor Goggles" (Cosmetic Glasses) | Cosmetic |
| Bandito | 
|
"Bandito" (Cosmetic Glasses) | Cosmetic |
| "Treasure" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| Dubloons (23) | 
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"An honest stack of golden dubloons!" | $1,150 ($50 x23) |
| Gold Bar (12) | 
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"A legitimate bar of gold" | $2,400 ($200 x12) |
| Amethyst (5) | 
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"A common purple gemstone." | $1,000 ($200 x5) |
| An Old Boot | 
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"Gross..." | $200 |
| Sapphire (5) | 
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"A rare blue gemstone." | $1,300 ($260 x5) |
| Emerald (4) | 
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"Very rare green gemstone." | $1,200 ($300 x4) |
| Diamond (2) | 
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"Yeehaw! A diamond." | $1,000 ($500 x2) |
| Ketchum Grenade (4) | 
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"Handheld grenade, Creates sharpnel on impact" | $52 ($208 x4) |
| Molotov (10) | 
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"Handheld molotov, explodes on impact with a fiery spectacle!" | $35 ($350 x10) |
| "Legendary" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| Legendary Gator Pelt (4) | 
|
"Very tough skin from a legendary gator" | $2,100 ($525 x4) |
| Thunderstruck Log | 
|
"Ultra rare energized log used in complex construction" | $2000 |
| "Event" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| A Pile of Bones (6) | 
|
"Dusty ol' bones!"
"The remains of a wicked cowboy. These might be useful..." |
$60 ($10 x6) |
| Vial (1) | 
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"An Empty Vial" | Can't Sell |
| Damaged Gun Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| Damaged Gun Barrel (Martini Henry) | 
|
"I wonder where the rest of the gun is..." | $1,000 |
| Damaged Gun Barrel (Blunderbuss) | 
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"Looks like an old rifle barrel and ramrod..." | $1,000 |
All items have an equal chance of appearing, save for the Scuba Helm, Zombie Bear Pelt, Thunderstruck Log, Blunderbuss Parts, and Ketchum stacks. Each of these items are half as likely to appear as any other item on this list.
| "Cosmetic" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Sombrero |
|
"Gold Sombrero" (Cosmetic Hat) | Cosmetic |
| Decorated Soldier |
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"Decorated Soldier" (Cosmetic Hat) | Cosmetic |
| Inventor Goggles |
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"Inventor Goggles" (Cosmetic Glasses) | Cosmetic |
| Bandito |
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"Bandito" (Cosmetic Glasses) | Cosmetic |
| Scuba Helm | 
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"Scuba Helm" (Cosmetic Hat, halves oxygen consumption) | Cosmetic |
| "Treasure" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| Dubloons (33) | 
|
"An honest stack of golden dubloons!" | $1,650 ($50 x33) |
| An Old Boot |
|
"Gross..." | $200 |
| Sapphire (8) | 
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"A rare blue gemstone." | $2,080 ($260 x8) |
| Emerald (6) | 
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"Very rare green gemstone." | $1,800 ($300 x6) |
| Diamond (3) | 
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"Yeehaw! A diamond." | $1,500 ($500 x3) |
| Ketchum Grenade (10) |
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"Handheld grenade, Creates sharpnel on impact" | $52 ($520 x10) |
| "Legendary" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| Legendary Grizzly Pelt (4) | 
|
"Shaggy fur from a Legendary Bear." | $2,100 ($525 x4) |
| Thunderstruck Log |
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"Ultra rare energized log used in complex construction" | $2,000 |
| "Event" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| Zombie Bear Pelt | 
|
"Matted fur from a Zombie Bear. It smells..." | $175 |
| Vial (1) |
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"An Empty Vial" | Can't Sell |
| Damaged Gun Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| Damaged Gun Parts (Martini Henry) | 
|
"I wonder what these doo-hickeys do..." | $1,500 |
| Damaged Gun Body (Blunderbuss) | 
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"Whatever this was, it's old..." | $1,500 |
All items have an equal chance of appearing, save for the Scuba Helm, Chainmail Helm, Albino Gator Skin, Polar Bear Pelt, and Blunderbuss Body. Each of these items are half as likely to appear as any other item on this list.
| "Cosmetic" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Sombrero |
|
"Gold Sombrero" (Cosmetic Hat) | Cosmetic |
| Decorated Soldier |
|
"Decorated Soldier" (Cosmetic Hat) | Cosmetic |
| Inventor Goggles |
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"Inventor Goggles" (Cosmetic Glasses) | Cosmetic |
| Bandito |
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"Bandito" (Cosmetic Glasses) | Cosmetic |
| Chainmail Helm | 
|
"Chainmail Helm" (Cosmetic Hat) | Cosmetic |
| Scuba Helm |
|
"Scuba Helm" (Cosmetic Hat, halves oxygen consumption) | Cosmetic |
| "Treasure" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| Dubloons (58) | 
|
"An honest stack of golden dubloons!" | $2,900 ($50 x58) |
| An Old Boot |
|
"Gross..." | $200 |
| Diamond (5) | 
|
"Yeehaw! A diamond." | $2,500 ($500 x5) |
| "Legendary" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| Albino Gator Pelt | 
|
"Exquisite gator skin" | $750 |
| Legendary Bison Pelt (4) | 
|
"Thick hide from a Legendary Bison." | $4,200 ($1050 x4) |
| Thunderstruck Cactus | 
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"Ultra rare energized cactus juice" | $3000 |
| "Event" Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| Zombie Bear Pelt (2) | 
|
"Matted fur from a Zombie Bear. It smells..." | $350 ($175 x2) |
| Polar Bear Pelt | 
|
"Could make for a lavish rug in the future" | $175 |
| Extractor | 
|
"Cam be used to draw liquids from various things. Doubles as a weapon in a pinch!" | Can't sell |
| Damaged Gun Loot | Image | Description | Value |
| Damaged Gun Body (Martini Henry) | 
|
"Maybe somebody can help me repair this..." | $2,000 |
| Damaged Gun Parts (Blunderbuss) | 
|
"Maybe somebody could help me repair this..." | $2,000 |
Treasure Locations[]
Clue Scrolls are divided into three difficulties: Easy, Medium, and Hard. Some riddles are difficult to solve. NOTE: The following section contains spoilers! It is always more fun to first attempt solving the scrolls yourself.
| Author | Clue Text | Location | Image | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colt "Cattleback" Decker | Travel diary, volume 1
If you're lookin' for a good spot to camp out, I'd recommend an old road that winds through the canyons, a path not often taken by folks. Follow it down a ways 'til you come across a small hidin' spot that's just perfect for a cozy fire. If you're feelin' a mite curious, you can dig up the sand and find my trusty ol' box, filled with all sorts of handy supplies. |
Raider CanyonsRaider Canyons | 
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| Colt "Cattleback" Decker | Travel diary, volume 2
I done seen the craziest thing the other day! I was makin' my way through them snow beds, when I came across a cactus just a-sittin' there frozen stiff! Now, I ask ya, who in tarnation would be foolish enough to haul a cactus out to the snow? Sure beats me! |
Whispering SummitWhispering Summit | 
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| Ronald Muller | To my pardners in business,
Well howdy, if y'all are readin' this, I done gone and stashed the treasure where the lavender glows and blooms with a luscious hue. |
Pinewood HillsPinewood Hills | 
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| Craig | Don't forget!
Beneath the towering spires of sand that overlooks lost knowledge. |
The Great DesertThe Great Desert | 
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| Miss Theodore | Ordained seeker,
As the oak casts a shade, the blind lady watches in disdain. |
Bronze CityBronze City | 
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| A shady benefactor | Listen close,
The crooked ol’ saloon’s got a secret hidin’ in its cellar. To find it, you gotta make your way down yonder and follow them ladders. But mind yer step, ‘cause they ain’t too steady. Your reward’s waitin’ for ya at the bottom, so don’t dilly-dally! |
Outlaw's PerchOutlaw's Perch | 
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| Gilford Gallahan | To my future self
I done stashed my belongings, ‘bout ten paces back yonder, near that old west-most facin’ felled log what’s perched atop them Pinewood Hills. |
Pinewood HillsPinewood Hills | 
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| Jack Dynamite ("Pardner in crime") | Sorry 'bout that, pardner. Tough luck ya got caught, but I had no choice but to turn you over to the sheriff. Once ya get yourself free, head on over to where them three cacti overlook yer prison - that's where I buried yer cut. | The Great PlainsThe Great Plains | 
|
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| Arthur Hickson | A riddle for ye!
Watch the trains pass, listen to their sound. In the Cadaver's Cave is where the treasure be layin', so look around! |
Dead Man's DropDead Man's Drop | 
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| Greg Shingleton | My associates,
Outside the structure, adorned with cloth, my gift awaits not far off. Tracks diverging, a deer close by, hollowed log signals the supply. |
Fort SpencerFort Spencer | 
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| Jake Rackham | Yarrr!
Listen up, pardner, to the one who's readin' this, my most prized stash of trinkets can be found on a wee rocky isle. |
Pinewood HillsPinewood Hills | 
|
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| Trent Thompson | To the seeker...
In the tunnel where trains pass through the Buffalo Ridge, a treasure fell and now hides, waiting to be discovered by someone wise. |
Buffalo Ridge TunnelBuffalo Ridge Tunnel | 
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| Gregory "Greg" Gregson | In the Tribal Forest, a gift awaits for the keen eye. A hunting tower, overlooking deer, is where it will lie. | Tribal ForestTribal Forest | 
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| Mannfred Man Junior | My spoils are stashed under the most grandest of views overlooking the condemned. | Ashburn PrisonAshburn Prison | 
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| Theo "Fasthands" Drummer | Take heed, whoever's layin' their eyes on this, my treasure's buried deep on Silver Hill, amongst a patch of glitterin' gold. | Tribal ForestTribal Forest | 
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| Morgan Fairborn | Letter to Mr. Michal,
I don't know them Callahans all too well, but I hear' that missy Delores with her inheritance, she gone n' given a portion to an old childhood friend. That friend met an untimely end before they could collect. However, I happened to hear it was buried 'underneath the biggest water trough in the land', whatever that means... |
Delores' RanchDelores' Ranch | 
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| Chief Raging Bison | Dig by the banks full of silver, a massive reward remains to be found. | Tribal ForestTribal Forest | 
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| Wyatt Stone | One, two, three, a bear lies within me. Head north, you will see. | Bear Paw ValleyBear Paw Valley | 
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| Claude Descoteaux | For sally,
Spot the odd one out in town, my gear's tucked safe 'neath a tarp, underground. |
Bronze CityBronze City | 
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| Sane ol' McGregory | Heehee! A riddle for thee!
A barrel, a bottle, and a trough filled full! No feed for the horses' athirst... but a chest! Waitin' for yee! |
Delores' RanchDelores' Ranch | 
|
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| Belle Sanders | Me and my pardner was just a-driftin' 'cross the range when we happened on this pretty little bridge. We forded that there crick and chowed down on some fine grub under a shady ol' tree. If I ever get my hands on enough coin, I'm aimin' to buy this patch and raise a home here. 'Til that day comes, I reckon I'll mark the spot with this here box. | Bear Paw ValleyBear Paw Valley | 
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| Unknown | His curiosity brought his doom and turned him into a monster. Now, stand in front of his legacy and dig, and your curiosity will bring you riches instead. | Callahan's Ruined MansionCallahan's Ruined Mansion | 
|
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| Author | Clue Text | Location | Image | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Burton | Don't forget!
Yellow vase with minecarts near, treasure lying beneath here. |
The Great DesertThe Great Desert | 
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| Will Boothby | Pardner, yeah, you!
Reckon my boss ain't never gonna give me a moment's peace if'n I don't finish scrubbin' these dishes afore sundown. Mind headin' to my break spot next to the back door and grabbing my stuff for me? Suppose I'll even let 'cha keep some of it. |
Bronze CityBronze City | 
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| Amy M. Lazarus | The babble of a brook, the roar of a bear, the ferns south of source, my prize will be there. | Grizzly RedwoodsGrizzly Redwoods | 
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| Buenaventura Hidalgo | My esteemed beneficiary, Ye shall find my loot where she departs into the open blue, in the port of gold by the sign where the first palm tree sways. | Puerto DoradoPuerto Dorado | 
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| Joe "Dutch" Snow | The snow capped peak, so high and grand, holds a treasure within its icy land. | Whispering SummitWhispering Summit | 
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| Jacob Abbott | I leave my riddle,
Follow the noisy path into the sand, Where creaking oak provides passage for the grand. Beyond two fingers rise up tall, Between them lies what you want most of all. |
Raider CanyonsRaider Canyons | 
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| J. Skyler | To find the thing you yearn, go to her resting stern. | SwampSwamp | 
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| Maynard Colburn | In a pile of dirt near a grave of a legendary gunslinger, lies the hurt within my soul | Alpine MeadowsAlpine Meadows | 
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| Yoru "Boy" Coleton | I once overheard a feller say
"I reckon I ain’t the sharpshootin’ gunslinger I once was, so I figured I’d hide my stash under an odd-lookin’ arrangement o’ rocks." |
The Great PlainsThe Great Plains | 
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| Gretchen Abbott | From the diary of Gretchen Abbott,
Splendors forgotten, an ancient warrior stands guard. Near pillars proud, the treasure rests atop the mound. |
Temple of the EggTemple of the Egg | 
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| James "Rocky" Stevenson | To whom who reads this note,
Standing atop copper, a scenic overlook of our bronze town is where your treasure can be found. |
Bronze CityBronze City | 
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| Kurston "Cursed Hands" | Mortals be weary...
Where the flames of hell burn bright, a gate stands to guard what's in sight, the treasure waits for you to see, so hurry! |
Ancient DescentAncient Descent | 
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| "Beaver" Alan Simmons 0 | My journal, page 93.
Well, if y'all are readin' this, somethin' must've gone mighty wrong. But shoot, that's just the way the tumbleweed rolls! For those luckier than I, heed this: I buried my prized treasure under a peak of bronze found near a mighty still' green water. |
SwampSwamp | 
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| Gunther T. Morales | Gather round, for a tale I leave
In a vast expanse of a sandy land, The knowledge you seek is close at hand, Buried deep within that sea, Are secrets and treasures, yet to be seen, And if you look to the tower not so tall, You might just find what you need most of all. |
The Buried LibraryThe Buried Library | 
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| Wyatt Caldwell | Come to the ol' basement locked up tight.
Twenty pace north should set you right. Ten to the west, to the rock you should go. Ten more to north near loud and great flow. |
Tribal ForestTribal Forest | 
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| Eugene G. Alder | Tell none other!
Near the bridge to clay room low, Are secrets hidden long ago. |
Desert QuarryDesert Quarry | 
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| Boone Carter | From Puerto Dorado I set off to head north adventurin'. Along the way, I crossed paths with a band of outlaws intent on takin' what I had. I lit out quick and stumbled onto a land split by the Good Lord himself. In my haste, I shoved my gear under a log as a roar echoed nearby. Retrace my steps and fetch my stash for me, would ya? | Bear Paw ValleyBear Paw Valley | 
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| Author | Clue Text | Location | Image | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford "Chill" Tiller | Betwixt ores of fortune, I can predict your fate, pardner.
You're headed for a fall, be it to glory or the bitter end, your reward is waitin' for ya' at the bottom of a steep descent. |
Dead EndDead End | 
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| John Kettle | Do-gooders read, Underneath the proud and lonesome oak, Atop the rock that destiny broke, There you shall find the prize of which I spoke. | The Great PlainsThe Great Plains | 
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| Pastor Charles | For those of the utmost faith,
Hidden in a patch of clay, South of the Lord’s temple where one might pray. Embraced by marble, there my treasure will stay. Away from the sapphire stream’s bay. |
The Great PlainsThe Great Plains | 
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| Emma "Red" Daisy | For a hero,
From a path of justice, guarded by an old warrior’s favored stone, and the love of mum’, my belongings lay down to rest. |
The Great PlainsThe Great Plains | 
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| Hoodoo Brown | Gunslinger whom bested me,
My treasure’s kept atop an arch of gold, A sight to see, a wonder to behold, But heed my warning, for those who rush, May find themselves tumbling headfirst into a bush. |
Windmill CampWindmill Camp | 
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| Pedro Morales | Heed my words:
Reckon I'm restin' where the sun don't shine, on top o' a moonlit lake far from the sky. If y'all aim to recover my mighty treasure, then y'alls best be fixin' to take a long dive. |
Water CavernWater Cavern | 
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| Ol' Jack Sundown | For Peety,
Near he who creates a small lake, I done hid my treasure in stolen land for heaven's sake. For months, his roar kept me wide awake, but my belongings remain unscathed beneath golden leaves, make no mistake. |
Little Rock ReservationLittle Rock Reservation | 
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| L. Callahan | My dearest,
Near the land of old, my secrets lie untold. As La Grande passes, listen to its mighty roar. Hidden beneath an aurum road, my treasure waits for the daring one to behold. |
PlantationPlantation | 
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| Charles "Splitter" Barons | Pardner,
In scorching heat, where toiling's a must, I hid my box near pulleys and rope, in trust, That it helps you escape, in times unjust. |
The QuarryThe Quarry | 
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| William O'Donnell | Near the ol' forge lies a bituminous heap. Within the dust, a prize you may reap. | Red's LumberyardRed's Lumberyard | 
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| Unknown | Spirit of the West, run wild!
Where the giant's tears run quite stark, I dwell where they furcate, hark! |
Glacial HollowGlacial Hollow | 
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Trivia[]
- Zombie and Polar Bear Pelts, as well as piles of bones, were specific to their respective events prior to the update.
- Private servers do not lower the sell price of treasure loot.
- The Gold Bar (12) are the only gold bars that are obtainable by both Citizens and Outlaws. Selling these will also count toward the Outlaw quest, so save multiple stacks and sell them at a good time!
- Players can dig a treasure without looking at the scroll.
- The paper notes used for the Clue Scrolls are the same ones present during many seasonal events.