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HIDING

"The unseen blade strikes deepest"

Skill Overview

Hiding is the foundation of stealth gameplay in UO. With a simple thought, you vanish from sight, becoming invisible to all but the most perceptive. Essential for thieves, scouts, and anyone who values the element of surprise. At GM, you can hide even while being directly observed.

Training Methods

0-50: Buy & Basic Training

Buy up to 30 from NPCs, then simply use the skill repeatedly anywhere safe

50-100: Continuous Practice

Keep using Hiding every 10 seconds. Works anywhere, anytime.

💡 Macro Tip: Set up auto-hide macro while doing other activities

Advanced Training

• Train while crafting or reading
• No resource cost - completely free skill
• Works in houses, dungeons, anywhere
• Gains are consistent from 0-100

Hiding Mechanics

Success Factors

• Higher skill = better chance when observed
• Walls and obstacles help success
• GM Hiding can hide in plain sight
• 10-second cooldown between attempts

What Reveals You

• Any action except walking (with Stealth)
• Detect Hidden skill
• Reveal spell
• Tracking (if close enough)
• Area effect spells

Synergies

• Stealth: Move while hidden
• Stealing: Rob unseen
• Archery: Surprise attacks
• Magery: Invisible spell stacking

Practical Applications

• PvP: Ambush tactics, escape mechanism
• Thievery: Essential for stealing operations
• Scouting: Spy on enemies, explore safely
• Survival: Hide from PKs and monsters
• House Hiding: Set traps and ambushes