Nitpicker

The Nitpicker is a magical item procured by Merle from Fantasy Costco in episode 28: Lunar Interlude II: Internal Affairs.

The Nitpicker is a highly sarcastic, cantankerous humanoid resembling a garden gnome. Twice a day, it can be brought into the presence of a lock, wherein it becomes animated and picks the lock. While working, the Nitpicker criticizes the members of the party on their recent performance in the campaign.

The Nitpicker is first used in episode 32: The Crystal Kingdom: Chapter Four to unlock a safe in Lucas’ private quarters. Merle attempts to name the Nitpicker “Bud,” but the Nitpicker insists that his name is Ernest.

The Nitpicker was invented by podcast listener “Tom H.”