Fan Creates Amazingly Detailed Replica of Skyrim's Lock and Lockpick

 

Skyrim, the popular open-world RPG released by Bethesda in 2011, has captured the hearts of players for over a decade. The game's vast open-world, hundreds of hours of gameplay, and diverse character builds have kept players engaged for years. One of the most notable skills in the game is lockpicking, and one fan has decided to bring this mechanic to life by creating an impressively accurate replica of the game's lock and lockpick tools using 3D printing technology.

The lockpicking skill in Skyrim is essential for players who choose to take the stealthy route. The ability to break into people's houses or open locked chests is a skill that always needs to be improved to make thievery a breeze. Any fan of the game knows the value of having a ton of lockpicks and is also very familiar with the image that shows on-screen whenever they're about to break into something. And one player has decided to bring such an asset to real-life.

In a recent post on Reddit, user Yugiwow showed a couple of images from their recreation of the famous lockpicking from Skyrim, particularly the standard lock and lockpick tools that accompany the act of thievery. It's a pretty incredible replica of the in-game image, with a lot of detail that's gone into the real-world prop. The creator says this item has been 3D printed and hand-painted, and anyone who's interested in the item can purchase it from the user's Etsy shop, where it is currently priced at $85. Yugiwow also has some more Elder Scrolls-themed 3D printed accoutrements, including the Dragon Claw and the Skyrim skeleton key.

This is just one example of how players have been inspired to bring elements of the game to life through cosplay, artwork, and other creations. Fans have also created elaborate cosplay outfits, detailed drawings, and even a wooden map of Skyrim. It's clear that the game continues to inspire a lot of great artwork and creativity, even 11 years after its release.

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With its huge open-world that spans hundreds of hours, Skyrim is still pulling in players after all these years. While many fans are now ready to move on to the next installment, seeing as almost no one knows when The Elder Scrolls 6 will finally see the light of day, the 2011 release will continue to keep gamers entertained for a good while longer. The lockpicking replica created by Yugiwow is a testament to the game's lasting impact and the passion of its fans. It's always exciting to see how players continue to find new ways to engage with and bring the game to life.