Its a new clue, but thats not what I need help with, the clue takes me South of Al-Kharid to the mining camp, it says I need a key...where can I find this? Also where can I get more Shantay passes...any help would be MUCH appreciated. And if anyone DOES go there, take water to drink.

Right before you enter Shantay Pass there is a guy named "Shantay" right-click on him and select buy pass, they are 5 gp each.

If this is your clue "This crate is mine, all mine, even if it is in the middle of the desert." check this topic. HARDEST RIDDLE EVER!! (This crate is mine, all mine...). I haven't had it yet so I can't help.