Head Blacksmith Newyear:
Ask your sponsor to bring 771 D-Grade Crystals. Come, now, don't make a long face. These crystals are integral to the process of making the armor. I can't afford to supply them for free - this isn't a charity, you know.
Oh, yes, one other requirement: you will have to accompany your sponsor here. Otherwise, if he comes here alone, how in the world will I know he's your sponsor?