Concept of pickpocketing

Hey Skylanders! Just wanted to share a concept of pickpocketing we’re working on in our roguelike pirate game.

Pickpocketing Mechanism Guide

1. Approaching the Target

• To maximize your chances of a successful theft, approach the target unnoticed.

• The best approach is from behind, especially for NPCs who are drunk or asleep, as they have slower reaction times.

1. Time Pressure

• Each target has a set time limit before realizing they are being pickpocketed.

• A ticking clock will appear on the screen, counting down the time until detection.

• If you don't exit the interaction before time runs out, a confrontation will occur – the NPC may attack you or alert the guards.

1. Memory Game – Matching Items

• When you open the target’s inventory, you’ll see the item layout by clicking on coin images.

• Clicking a coin flips it over, revealing an item for a brief moment. If the selected pair of coins does not match, they both return to their original position.

• You need to remember item positions and find two identical ones to steal them.

• Every incorrect match increases the risk of detection and may shorten the available time.

• Choose quickly and wisely – not all items are worth the risk!

1. Completing the Theft

• If you successfully match items and exit the interaction before time runs out, the theft is successful.

• A notification will appear on the screen showing the stolen items.

• If you remain undetected, the target won’t realize they were robbed.

• If caught, you can try to escape or prepare for a confrontation.