The Speed Potion is a velocity boosting potion that, when consumed, doubles the walking and running speed for approximately nine seconds. This effect can also be used to boost the jumping distance.
Basic Info[]
Available in: the first two games (not present in Thief: Deadly Shadows)
Cost:
- Thief: The Dark Project/Thief Gold 500 gold
- Thief II: The Metal Age 300 gold
Tactical Information[]
If Garrett has been discovered, and Gas Arrow or Flash Bomb are unavailable or won't do the job, the player will need to rely on running for escape. Drinking a speed potion can give one the edge over his pursuers, especially if they are fast like the Haunts. The potion will wear off in just a few moments after it has been drunk, so the user must find a hiding place very quickly. Another use for the potion's properties is the ability to jump further due to the increased running speed (the increase in long-distance jumping ability is enough to reach the windowsill of the Lost City tower from the hole near the start of the mission). This is good for climbing stacked crates, but there are few places in the missions requiring a long jump. Apart from those applications, the Speed Potion is not extremely useful like the Healing Potion or Water Arrow are. One should consider carefully if spending money on speed potions in the shop is a necessity, especially in T1/TG.