Hey ShadeRaven, I’ve been sketching out a wooden puzzle box with hidden compartments and tricky mechanisms. It could double as a training tool for detectives—test their observation and sleuthing skills. Sound intriguing to you?

Great, let’s start with a sturdy pine frame and a cork backing for the hidden compartments. I’ll add a magnetic latch on one side so the puzzle pieces can slide in, and a false bottom that’s actually a trapdoor—perfect for a red herring. We’ll need to sand it smooth, then paint it in a muted color so the clues aren’t obvious at first glance. You just tell me the number of clues, and I’ll slot them into the compartments, making sure each twist leads to another clue but also a decoy. Hang on a bit while I measure and draft a quick blueprint; I want to get every screw in just the right place.

Sounds solid—seven clues, each a knot that leads to the next misdirection. I’ll lay out the compartments so each one only opens after the previous clue is solved, making the path feel earned. Let’s keep the puzzle tight and the layout logical; I’ll sketch a quick plan and start building. Ready to dive in?