Lockpicking
Master of Locks and Security
Overview
Lockpicking is the art of opening locked containers without a key. This essential skill for rogues and treasure hunters allows access to secured chests, doors, and treasure troves throughout Britannia.
Master lockpickers are invaluable for treasure hunting expeditions, dungeon crawling, and accessing secured areas. The skill pairs perfectly with Remove Trap for complete chest access.
Core Mechanics
Basic Usage
- • Tool Required: Lockpicks (consumed on failure)
- • Target: Locked containers or doors
- • Picking Time: 3-second delay
- • Break Chance: 25% on failure
- • Range: Adjacent (1 tile)
Success Rate
Success based on lock difficulty versus skill level
- • Minimum Required: Must have skill ≥ RequiredSkill
- • Success Range: LockLevel to MaxLockLevel
- • Special Locks: Level 0 = unpickable
- • Magic Lock: Level -255 (requires Magic Unlock)
Lock Levels
Training Chests
| Chest Type | Required Skill | Lock Level |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | 30+ | 30 |
| Journeyman | 60+ | 60 |
| Grandmaster | 90+ | 90 |
Treasure Map Chests
| Map Level | Required Skill | Lock Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 36 | Low |
| Level 2 | 76 | Medium |
| Level 3 | 84 | High |
| Level 4 | 92 | Very High |
| Level 5 | 100 | Extreme |
Dungeon Chests
- • Variable Difficulty: Based on dungeon level
- • Paragon Chests: Higher lock levels
- • Special Chests: May require GM skill
- • Respawn Time: Varies by location
Training Guide
Skill Progression
| Skill Range | Method | Location/Tips |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30 | NPC Training | Thief Guildmaster |
| 30-60 | Apprentice Chest | Tinker-made training box |
| 60-90 | Journeyman Chest | Higher level training box |
| 90-100 | GM Chest | Grandmaster training box |
Training Tips
- • Stock Lockpicks: Buy in bulk from tinkerers
- • Training Boxes: Get custom-made by tinkerers
- • Macro-Friendly: Can be trained AFK with boxes
- • Break Rate: Expect to use many lockpicks
- • Dexterity: Higher DEX = better gains
Treasure Hunting
Essential for T-Hunters
- • Required Skill: Must meet minimum for map level
- • No Magic Unlock: Must pick treasure chest locks
- • Pairs With: Remove Trap for complete access
- • GM Required: For level 5 treasure maps
T-Hunter Template
- • 100 Lockpicking
- • 100 Cartography
- • 100 Mining
- • 100 Magery
- • 100 Meditation
- • 100 Remove Trap (or Telekinesis)
- • 100 Wrestling/Eval Int
Advanced Tips
Professional Strategies
- • Dungeon Crawling: Check all chests for rare loot
- • House Breaking: Access locked containers (if allowed)
- • Service Provider: Offer lockpicking services
- • Guild Support: Designated chest opener for groups
Important Notes
- • Criminal Act: Picking others' locks flags criminal
- • Magic Lock: Cannot be picked (level -255)
- • Faction Boxes: Special requirements apply
- • No Damage: Failing doesn't trigger traps
- • Detect Hidden: Useful for finding hidden containers