abstract:Lock picking is the art of unlocking a lock by analyzing and manipulating the components of the lock device without the original key. In addition, ideal lock picking should not damage the lock itself, allowing it to be rekeyed for later use, which is especially important with antique locks that would be impossible to replace if destructive entry methods were used.
When rifling through your inventory, picking a lock, or doing any other small time-consuming task, you basically lose temporary control over your character.