> [!infobox|left wikipedia] > # Tinderbox > ![[tinderbox - michael fitzhywel.webp|cover hsmall]] > ##### Stats > | | | > | ---- | ---- | > | **Category** | Adventuring Gear | > | **Weight** | 1 lb. | > | **Cost** | 5 SP | > | **Tags** | Adventuring Gear | # Description A Tinderbox is a small container holding flint, fire steel, and tinder (usually dry cloth soaked in light oil) used to kindle a fire. Using it to light a [[Candle]], [[Lamp]], [[Hooded Lantern|Lantern]], or [[Torch]] – or anything else with exposed fuel – takes a Bonus Action. Lighting any other fire takes 1 minute. # Credit Information taken from the _Player's Handbook (2024)_. Image credit: Adventuring Gear: Camping – Michael Fitzhywel \[[Artstation link](https://www.artstation.com/artwork/1PkyX)]