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{{NPC infobox
| affiliation = Tyrians
| image = [[File:Nicholas Sandford.jpg|150px]]
| type = Human
| level = 20
| map1 = [[File:Secret Garden Map.jpg|150px]]
| map1-text = Nicholas Sandford location from [[Fort Ranik (pre-Searing)|Fort Ranik]]
| map2 = [[File:Nicholas Sandford item locations.jpg|150px]]
| map2-text = Locations of the collected items
| campaign = Prophecies
}}
{{otheruses|the pre-searing NPC, Nicholas Sandford|the older, post-Searing NPC|Nicholas the Traveler}}

[[Nicholas Sandford]] is a hunter who gives 1 [[Gift of the Huntsman]] in exchange for 5 [[Trophy|trophies]]. The items he collects change daily at 07:00 UTC ({{North American daylight saving time|midnight Pacific Daylight Time|11:00 PM Pacific Standard Time}}).

As of {{#time: H:i, j F Y }} UTC, he is currently looking for: '''{{/current item}}'''.

: '''''Note:''' To ensure that the correct items Nicholas is collecting are displayed, if the UTC time shown above is not close to the UTC clock time at the top of the page, you can [{{fullurl:{{FULLPAGENAME}}|action=purge}} refresh/purge this page].

There is a limit of five gifts per [[account]] per day. This limit is reset daily when the collected item changes. Any gifts received by any [[character]] on the account reduces the gift limit of all characters on the account.

== Locations ==
* [[Ascalon (pre-Searing)]]
** {{NPC location|Regent Valley (pre-Searing)}}
*** [[The secret garden]]

== Dialogue ==

=== Initial dialogue ===
This varies based on what item he wants that day (listed in alphabetical order):
; [[Baked Husk]]
: ''Aside from the [[Giant Tree Spider|spider]]s, [[Mary Malone|Mary's]] apple business is going strong. She's trying to keep up with the demand by planting more saplings, and she likes to fertilize each hole with 5 '''Baked Husks'''. Being such a perennial gentleman, I'm of course trying to gather everything she needs. I'll make sure Mary uses only dead worm husks though. You can ask [[Pitney]] what happens when you try to use entire live ones! Hah!''
; [[Charr Carving]]
: ''Beautiful, isn't it? I can't imagine a world where I could no longer call this place home, so I'll do all I can to keep it that way. Unfortunately for both of us there's an endless sea of [[Charr]] crashing on the very walls that protect us. If you can prove that you're devoted to stopping them by bringing me 5 '''Charr Carvings''', then I will reward you handsomely.''
; [[Dull Carapace]]
: ''Hail friend, do you happen to have 5 '''Dull Carapaces''' on you today? I honestly don't know what the heck they could be used for, but I plan on trading mine to [[Rownan]] for some [[devourer egg]]s and a nice new hunting bow. I need to stock up for my next [[Kryta]] trip, and it helps to have extra food and hunting implements while traveling through the mountains.''
; [[Enchanted Lodestone]]
: ''Did you know that the '''Enchanted Lodestones''' found around this area emit a subtle glow in the dark? Sometimes at night I place 5 of them around [[Professor Yakkington|Yakkington]] (since that is his lucky number). Even though I barely notice the illumination, it really comforts him. Don't let him see you give me any though, because I'm sure he wants his fear of the dark kept a secret. I haven't had a chance to get any myself lately, so I'd greatly appreciate the help.''
; [[Gargoyle Skull]]
: ''On my way back from my last expedition I was on the other side of the wall and ran into a bit of trouble against the [[Charr]]. Luckily I hopped on the back of my friend here and escaped just in time. I'll wager that, next time, if I tossed about 5 '''Gargoyle Skulls''' in front of them, then they might not mistake me for such an easy meal.''
; [[Grawl Necklace]]
: ''You haven't happened to run across 5 '''Grawl Necklaces''' have you? I found one when I was traveling up north, and I thought it would be fun to wear around. Lo and behold, the next [[Grawl]] I came across had a look of fear in his eyes and took off running when he saw it. He came back with a friend to chase me, so presumable his fear had left him. Having witnessed this, I theorize that the Grawl will have to outnumber my necklaces before they attack. Sounds like a solid theory doesn't it? I think 5 should be enough to test it.''
; [[Icy Lodestone]]
: ''You wouldn't happen to have 5 '''Icy Lodestones''' would you? I'll probably end up in the [[Crystal Desert]] on another expedition, and I know it can get mighty hot there during the day. I'm sure I can handle it, but I'm not so certain my trusty Dolyak companion here can make it without the right equipment.''
; [[Red Iris Flower]]
: ''Sometimes [[Gwen]] comes by here with a crown or a necklace made of '''Red Iris Flowers''' for [[Professor Yakkington|Yakkington]]. It's sweet, but the moment she leaves, he devours it like a cooked noodle. I honestly don't know where Gwen finds the time with her busy schedule of skipping, following strangers around, and asking questions non-stop, but she always has some flowers. Anyhow, she hasn't been by today, and the Professor here is hankering for his favorite snack. Do you think you could locate 5 Red Iris Flowers for me?''
; [[Skale Fin (Pre-Searing)|Skale Fin]]
: ''Hey there, friend. I'm off to [[Cantha]] soon, so I'm glad you stopped by before I left! The last time I was there a chef spotted the '''Skale Fins''' sticking out of [[Professor Yakkington|Yakkington's]] pack. He wanted to trade and his gold was good, but for some reason he'd only buy groups of 5. Maybe he was making [[Bowl of Skalefin Soup|soup]]? It sounded rather gross to be honest, but I try not to judge. I'm sure we Ascalonians seem a bit funny to outsiders too!''
; [[Skeletal Limb]]
: ''Did I ever tell you about the time I lost [[Professor Yakkington|Yakkington]] in [[the Catacombs]]? After an hour, I was quite worried. Finally I saw him charging out at full speed with a bone in his mouth and a one-armed skeleton chasing him! I don't quite know what led up to that event (nor do I really want to) but I do know that ever since that day, Yakkington loves a good game of fetch the bone. So how about you bring me 5 '''Skeletal Limbs''' in exchange for a gift?''
; [[Spider Leg]]
: ''It's tragic! Mary works so hard on that [[apple orchard|orchard]], and the [[Giant Tree Spider|spider]]s just keep bugging her. I'm afraid she'll get tired of it and leave. She might even stop visiting us! Then where would Yakkington get such delicious apples? I can't bear the thought of her leaving. Would you please help me? I think if I had 5 '''Spider Legs''', then I could fashion a scarecrow. I mean, it would for spiders instead of crows, of course!''
; [[Unnatural Seed]]
: ''Have you happened across 5 '''Unnatural Seeds''' in your travels, friend? I am often welcomed into the homes of farmers during my journeys, and I like to repay their generosity in kind. I have found that farmers have a particular fondness for these seeds, as they can turn into some very interesting crops. So what do you say, friend? Can you help me out?''
; [[Worn Belt]]
: ''I think [[Professor Yakkington|Yakkington]] has been eating way too much lately. On our way back from the [[Shiverpeaks]] he broke two of his straps. Two! He'd have you believe that the straps were already weakened, but it was imported [[Elonian Leather]]! You just can't get any better than that. I want more of that stuff, but for now I'll have to settle for a simple patch. Do you think you could round up 5 '''Worn Belts''' for me?''

=== Options ===
: {{yes | ingame}} '''I have some right here!''' (If you have at least 5.)
:: ''Ah, it appears you have '''<total number of the required item you have>''' of those. How many do you want to give me?''
:: {{yes | ingame}} '''You can have <maximum accepted amount> of them!'''
::: ''Thank you, <character name>. May our paths cross again soon!'' (You receive {{gr2|1|5}} Gifts of the Huntsman.)
:: {{yes|ingame}} '''How about just 5 of them?''' (If you have 10 or more.)
::: ''Thank you, <character name>. May our paths cross again soon!'' (You receive 1 Gift of the Huntsman.)
:: {{no|ingame}} '''Let me get back to you on that!'''
: ''Hmmm. I'm sorry, but it appears you don't have quite as many as I need.'' (If you have less than 5.){{verify}}
:: {{no|ingame}} '''Let me get back to you on that!'''
: {{no|ingame}} '''I'll let you know if I find any!'''

=== Ending dialogue ===
Once you have exchanged 25 of an item, he says:
: ''Thank you, <character name>. May our paths cross again soon!''

== Notes ==
* To see his next few requests, see [[daily activities]]. For details about how his requests change, see his [[Nicholas Sandford/cycles|request cycle subpage]].
* He functions as a [[collector]], although his location is not marked on the [[mission map]] (and he varies his collection request).
{{Bug|On very rare occasions, Nick will offer zero to four gifts (rather than the usual five). Fortunately, the issue will resolve itself on subsequent days. There is no known way to prevent this from happening (since no one has been successful in replicating the issue).}}

== Trivia ==
* Nicholas Sandford is one of three pre-Searing characters that can be ordinarily found at level 20; the other two are Professor Yakkington and [[Lieutenant Langmar]].
* He was added in the [[Game updates/20090409|April 9, 2009 update]].
* The name Nicholas is a reference to [[w:Saint Nicholas|Saint Nicholas]] as a gift giver and Sandford is a reference to the town in the movie [[w:Hot Fuzz|Hot Fuzz]] associated with the main character Nicholas Angel.
* Nicholas survives [[the Searing]] and continues his gift giving practices as [[Nicholas the Traveler]], along with his companion [[Professor Yakkington]].
* His dialogue suggests a rich history:
** [[Mary Malone]] is the great unrequited love of his life.
** He is an old friend of [[Imperial Chef Yileng]].
** His comment about soup (in his Skale Fin dialogue) might refer to [[Chef Panjoh]]'s [[Bowl of Skalefin Soup|Skalefin Soup]].

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gww>Alluka at 16:09, 17 July 2025