A security spike or slicing spike was an electronic device used to bypass electronic security measures, usually to open the electronic lock of a door or container. It was similar to the more advanced computer spike. Many security spikes could only be used once.
Behind the scenes[]
Security spikes only appear in the Knights of the Old Republic computer game and its sequel, Knights of the Old Republic: The Sith Lords where they are used to give a bonus to the character's Security skill when attempting to unlock doors.
Security spikes—due to a coding error—in Knights of the Old Republic did not work; however, they could be bought, acquired, and sold for credits.
They can be made by Mission Vao aboard the Ebon Hawk for free.
Appearances[]
- Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (First appearance)
- Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords
- Star Wars: The Old Republic
- Star Wars: The Old Republic: Rise of the Hutt Cartel (First identified as slicing spike)
Sources[]
- Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords: Prima Official Game Guide
- The Complete Star Wars Encyclopedia