More from the session with Max:
Treasure Chests
In an expansive Get Rich Quick scheme doubling as a relief package to all of his poor citizens, The Mayor hired a company (United Treasure Service) to air drop treasure chests filled with goodies all across the zones. Unfortunately, the company that did the air drops was also a key company, and to maximize profits, they dropped treasure chests that were all locked. Meaning, no poor folk ever received what was inside the chests. Which is good news for The Mayor on his quest, as he collects keys to open them for himself.
Someone is hoarding many of the chests, but The Mayor is actually proud of the perpetrator, admiring anyone who can accumulate wealth. The hoarder is working inside The Mayor's Tower, and many of his goods are unlocked when all four zones are complete.
Inventory
Limited inventories suck. The Mayor can carry as much as possible (in his Infinite Pockets of Holding), but there are very few item drops, and inflation has made selling old equipment a vital necessity.
Base Equipment
Top Hats, Monocles, and Canes can be equipped by all party members, but they don't buffer as well as their own specialized equipment, and buffer x2 for The Mayor.