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<blockquote data-quote="Ilbranteloth" data-source="post: 7069839" data-attributes="member: 6778044"><p>That's pretty cool.</p><p></p><p>One thing that I think folks don't take into account though is that we're not talking about tumbler locks etc. They were invented in 1778, well beyond the technology level of most D&D campaigns. Yes, we can consider things like gnomes being skilled in mechanical devices, etc. But in general, the next step from a basic lock would be to apply some sort of magical protection.</p><p></p><p>Of course, you can consider whatever sort of technology in your campaign. But personally I don't see the point. The design isn't really important, since the DC itself indicates the complexity of the lock. Since an average person is not proficient in thieves' tools/lock picking, a relatively simple lock will keep probably 80-90% of the population out. And of those that do break in, probably 90%+ of those will simply break in somehow. Whether it's kicking in a door, smashing a chest, or prying the lock itself off, it's only purpose is to be a deterrent to all but the most persistent.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Ilbranteloth, post: 7069839, member: 6778044"] That's pretty cool. One thing that I think folks don't take into account though is that we're not talking about tumbler locks etc. They were invented in 1778, well beyond the technology level of most D&D campaigns. Yes, we can consider things like gnomes being skilled in mechanical devices, etc. But in general, the next step from a basic lock would be to apply some sort of magical protection. Of course, you can consider whatever sort of technology in your campaign. But personally I don't see the point. The design isn't really important, since the DC itself indicates the complexity of the lock. Since an average person is not proficient in thieves' tools/lock picking, a relatively simple lock will keep probably 80-90% of the population out. And of those that do break in, probably 90%+ of those will simply break in somehow. Whether it's kicking in a door, smashing a chest, or prying the lock itself off, it's only purpose is to be a deterrent to all but the most persistent. [/QUOTE]
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