Clockwork Scribe

The clockwork scribe was first crafted as a tool for authors, officials and others working with paper who in their old age developed problems with their hands. The simple clockwork device would allow them to continue their craft in spite of various issues. It then became popular amongst those suffering from problems unrelated to ageing, for example due to injuries or birth defects. And from there it gained traction in the wider public and is now considered an essential tool in any office setting.
The clockwork scribe's most ingenious feature, according to many, is the set of exchangeable engraved disks, each of which contain the knowledge of a language. This allows the scribe some measure of ability to understand context and spelling in cases of silent letters and similar. The most advanced models can even use two simultaneous disks to translate as they write, though the semi-occasional mishap does mean one would be advised to look anything it translates over before sending it anywhere.

Mechanics & Inner Workings

A switch allowsthe machine to be turned on or off. A horn allows the machine to listen, while a mechanical arm connected to an interior reservoir of ink allows it to write. Different engraved disks containing information allows to to understand correct spelling and grammar for different languages. A clasp allows it to grasp inserted blocks of paper.

Manufacturing process

The individual components are forged and then passed to a clockworker. It is then assembled and filled with ink. Usually it is given two languages to write in from the start, one being Clickwise and the other usually the most common local language.

Rarity

Semi-common in regions with access to clockwork technology.

Weight

25 kilo

Base Price

45 coins

Raw materials & Components

Mostly made of solid metals.

Tools

Metalworking tools for the construction of the component, with clockwork tools required for the assembly. Enchanted engraving tools are used to carve the disks that gives the scribe knowledge of language.