COVERT
Syntax: Automatic skill

Some thieves have learned to open and close both doors and containers silently
and covertly.

See also: THIEVES 'GENERAL THIEF SKILLS'

<100%hp 100%m 100%mv 1400tnl (53.33%)> IMPROVED HIDE
Syntax: Automatic Skill

This additional training in the art of hiding allows thieves to do more while
remaining in the shadows. For example, thieves with this level of skill have
been known to communicate with others and to open and close doors without
coming out of hiding.



Do these two still overlap? Is there any point getting covert if you are going to get improved hide anyway?

Also, is blackjack in any way superior to garotte or would a binder thief have no reason to get it anymore?