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3.5: Hard Surfaces
Thief: The Dark Project

3.5: Hard Surfaces

Learn about hard surfaces in Thief: The Dark Project, including tile, metal, and wood, and how to move silently using the stop-and-go method.

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Learn about hard surfaces in Thief: The Dark Project, including tile, metal, and wood, and how to move silently using the stop-and-go method.

Hard surfaces are any that make a loud or noticeable noise when you walk on them, such as tile, metal, and wood.

  • Moss Arrows (limited supply)
Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Understand that SNEAKING (walking while CROUCHED) is key to minimizing noise.
  2. 2
    Use the stop-and-go method: move forward a short distance, then stop.
  3. 3
    Repeat this process until you reach quieter ground.
  4. 4
    This method allows you to traverse most terrain silently.
Tips
  • Moss Arrows can make covered areas silent, but you have a limited supply.
  • Crouching reduces noise, but it may still be audible.
  • The stop-and-go method further minimizes noise.

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