| Material required? | None |
| 80/100 giving extra checks? | No |
| Obtainable in game? | Yes |
| Wishable | Yes |
Used to detect traps both actively and passively.
Manual info
This skill must be explicitly used to discover hidden traps. It also helps to avoid known traps. The 'Search' command also activates this skill.
Basics
Can be applied to detect traps.
Some trapped areas in game have fixed layouts, which makes the skill especially useful there if the player is familiar with them.
Advanced uses
As stated in manual, it somewhat helps to avoid known traps.
Obtaining
All dwarves start with the skill; as do Assassins, Thieves, and Weaponsmiths of other races. Other PCs can learn it in the thieves' guild.
Training
Using skill successfully, or paying to increase the skill in the thieves' guild.