How to Get The Forbidden Pen in JJS: Complete Radio Quest Guide

Finding a Fresh Server

The most critical step in this quest involves server selection. To ensure the Radio item spawns correctly, you must enter a brand-new server. Existing servers often have claimed or glitched radios.

Roblox menu showing server list with text 'brand new server = working radio'

A game instance with only 1 player, indicating it has just been created and has not yet been looted.

Scan the server list and look for a Server with exactly 1 player. You must join as fast as possible before it fills up. If you join a server that has been active for a while, the quest items may not function.

Locating the Radio in Unlicensed Studios

Once you load into a fresh server, your first objective is to secure the Radio. You need to spawn at a specific location marked by a white spawn symbol on the road.

A player character standing on a street in Roblox with a white spawn symbol on the asphalt

From this spawn point, locate the building labeled UNLICENSED STUDIOS.

A purple building in Roblox with a neon sign reading 'UNLICENSED STUDIOS'

Head inside and look behind the counter. The Radio will be sitting on a shelf. Interact with it to pick it up.

A Roblox character behind a counter picking up a small radio object

Triggering the Secret Subway Event

With the Radio in hand, you must navigate to the subway tunnels. Look for a vent on the side of a building and break it to access the underground area.

Inside the subway, search for a specific group of NPCs consisting of two men and a golden skeleton. Approach them while holding the Radio to trigger a secret interaction.

A Roblox player holding a radio next to three NPCs, one of which is a golden skeleton

If successful, the NPCs will deliver the following dialogue:

"IT IS TO BE INTRODUCED TO YOU, TOO."
"GOOD. IT HAS ENGRAVED ITSELF."

Warning: Do not die while interacting with the Radio, as this can cause the item to glitch, forcing you to restart the process.

Combat and Rewards

After the dialogue concludes, you must defeat the NPCs and the summoned entities. This fight can be difficult, as other players may try to sabotage you or the enemies may overwhelm you.

Upon successfully defeating the enemies, a victory message will appear on your screen: "Obtained The Forbidden Pen".

Reward Overview

The Forbidden Pen is equipped as an emote. When used, it transforms your character's head into a realistic face holding a pen.

Item Name	Type	Unlock Method	Visual Effect
Radio	Quest Item	Found in Unlicensed Studios	Triggers NPC dialogue
The Forbidden Pen	Emote	Defeat Subway NPCs	Realistic face holding a pen

A Roblox character with a realistic human face head holding a red pen.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get the Radio to work?

You must join a brand-new server, typically indicated by having only 1 player in the server list. Radios in older servers often do not function.

Where is the Radio located?

The Radio is found on a shelf behind the counter inside the building marked "UNLICENSED STUDIOS."

What happens if I die holding the Radio?

Dying while interacting with the Radio can cause it to glitch, requiring you to find a new server and try again.

Is The Forbidden Pen a permanent item?

The transcript describes the reward as a "new limited time emote," suggesting it may not be available forever.

What does The Forbidden Pen emote do?

Using the emote transforms the player's head into a realistic face that is holding a pen.