Personally, I trust your ability, Player. But that's not how things are handled on an official level.

The last requirement is proof of your ability to make a rare piece of Handicrafting.

Player: "What do you mean by 'rare?'"

A rare item is one that's difficult to craft--beautiful, powerful, and a perfect example of its kind.

For example, making Vidar's Noble Necklace is an excellent way to prove your ability.

Would you like to try?

Player: Accept.

Good.

Make Vidar's Noble Necklace. It's more complex than Vidar's Necklace, but you've got the skills for the task.

Good luck!

Player: "Thanks!"

One of a Master's most important responsibilities is nurturing successors, so I expect a lot from you, Player.

Were you able to make Vidar's Noble Necklace?

Player: "Here's my necklace."

This isn't bad, but it's not what I've come to expect from you.

You can--and will--do better if you apply yourself.

Try again--make another Vidar's Noble Necklace and bring it here.

Player: "I'll do the best I can."

Excellent! Well proportioned, delicately wrought--this is a fine necklace!

Now I'm confident enough to recommend you as a Handicrafting Expert without hesitation.

I'm quite pleased--you'll make a good successor.