# Spike, Iron (10) > [!info] Item Details > | | | > |---|---| > | **Category** | Adventuring Gear | > | **Cost** | 1 sp (per 10 spikes) | > | **Weight** | 5 lb. (per 10 spikes) | --- ## Description Heavy iron spikes driven into floors, doors, or walls to prevent them from moving. Adventurers use iron spikes to wedge doors open or shut, prevent doors from being opened, and create anchoring points for ropes. --- ## Properties - A **spiked door** requires a successful **DC 15 Strength check** to force open. - Can be used to **wedge a door** open, preventing it from being closed by creatures or mechanisms. - Can serve as a makeshift piton (though less reliable than proper pitons).