People around the sneaker will also change 'modes' depending on whether they view them sneaking. Note that this means that the Dragonborn may still be hidden from one or more potential observers even if the eye is open as it will be open if even only one observer sees them. If the word 'Hidden' appears on the screen, no one is aware of the Dragonborn's presence. If the word 'Detected' appears on the screen, a creature or character can see the Dragonborn, or has just seen them and knows where they are. Visibility is depicted through use of an eye that remains closed while undetected, but opens more and more as the likelihood of being detected increases. The sneak system in Skyrim is slightly different from that of previous games. Highly skilled sneaks can often hide in plain sight.' ― Skyrim loading screen 'Sneaking is the art of moving unseen and unheard.
