[ Five makes a mental note to search for one later, in that case. Studies and secret compartments tended to go hand in hand.

Yeah, the frustration was certainly building, the tried keys becoming more of a collection in his hands. he sighs, figuring he has enough to start trying to door a few feet away. There's a snort. ] A dry town might explain some of it, but what's up with all the knives missing? Or anything that's a viable weapon, unless you wanted to get creative?

[ there's a swear, under his breath, when the first two keys he tries also yield nothing, irritation sparking high. ] What the fuck's the point of a skeleton key if it doesn't open shit?!

((ooc; ooooh excellent! a great set up :) thanks for the link! ))