I like this idea a lot. I really do.

One other way to implement this system while keeping the old system would be using these mobs as hint givers so to speak. Once a mage speaks to the mob, the system reads a set variable given for that mage's wand location, the mob then spits out a riddle or hint as to where the mage's wand is. I feel like this would be a relatively easy addition to the game based on the idea that I assume our characters are assigned numbers for wand locations anyway.


Less work, keeps the edges in place for extra spots and such, and adds in a hint for those who may be newer to mages and daunted by a/b/s searching.


Just my 2 cents.