it sure looks that way, but we should stop nevertheless and ask around for the person we are looking fore in any way
"This isn't right at all. Should have took the boat. We missed our mark by... a lot. Good three-hundred miles northeast of Sandpoint."
that bad? So what are our best option head back to town or head up that mysterious north our target is aiming for?
"Perhaps we were too trusting of the librarian," I sigh, clapping Paladin McLyntier on the back. "Not to worry, I too was taken in. Or perhaps he was just misinformed." I brighten. "Or perhaps Ragathiel has hastened our steps to where we need to be."
"We could head back to Sandpoint, since our contact won't be much further yet, but we might miss her in the wilderness. We could head north, but we don't know her ultimate destination. No real good options." Kest dismounts and makes sure his horse is feeling no ill effects from the journey.
Kayla tries to survey the land she has found herself in (with the others).
We were not prepared for a long trek in the wilderness, our supplies will dwindle quickly, we should locate a settlement first, it is possible we have gained some distance ahead of our target.
She tries to survey the land for possible trails or trade routes.
Right than lets get some supply before the long trek up north
"I'm not convinced. Our feet must not turn back upon our divine journey. Ragathiel guides our steps, Ragathiel will provide," I pause. "For those who provide for themselves. Does any one of you have the knowledge and skill to survive in the wilderness?"
Kest knows that the most direct route to the nearest settlement lies in the west. The Brinwall is about 40 miles and you must accend about 1200 feet worth of mountains to get to there. The wild insects at the moment are still going about their business as the day passes there is constant shriek of a creature that seems to be huninting from the sounds of it.
"Could head to Brinwall. Our contact might stop there. Probably can't get there before dark." Kest waits for the others to weigh in.
"My apologies, niece," I smile. "I sometimes forget you are not the girl you used to be. So." I pause. "I suggest we continue on."
The group begins to make its way out the area they are in. Right now the group is a valley with that appears to have a path leading West. You may follow it or chose another route. The insects seem to be buzzing about and the screeching noise seems to be getting closer. Also the noise is comming from the West.
Options
Option 1
You may chose to travel down the path to Brinwall.
Option 2
You may decide to move in another direction.
"Um... hide," I murmur, ducking into the underbrush besides the path. "If they're evildoers, we can attack from ambush - but we should not needlessly slay a mere animal, following its natural instincts."
Kayla takes measure of the direction they need to travel.
looking to Aodhiel, My lord, that trail should lead us to a place called brinewall, I will scout ahead.
and with that kayla practically vanishes from sight. off down the trail toward the brinewall.
Kayla moves in a ziz fashion moving at increadible speed. As she moves she leaves no trace of her passing. After sometime she hears the screech once more. Using her skills she climbes a tree to see where the noise is coming from. Before in the sky as it is turning dark is a large mobat. This bat has a wingspan the length of two humans, over-sized ears, and a squat, upturned snout with rows of needle-like teeth. It is flying and eating up the oversized insects that are flying. Kalya notices it that uses a screesh to stun its meal. Kayla is able to see this just outside of its range of screech.
Kayla watches the creature just long enough to ensure it is not going to pose a threat to her or the group. If it seems to turn toward her or the group kayla quickly scrambles back to the group.
The bat lets out another screech at huge manits. The manits is 15 tall and the for paws or claws are 6 feet in lenght. The bat then engages in battle with its dinner. Kayala stays long enough to see the bat start to get the upper hand. She notices the bat's screech seems to stun prey. That comes within 10 to 20 feet of it. Kayla then rushes back to group as she does she notices the other insects seem to be moving away from area.
Aodhiel is barely hidden, a crude and obviously failed attempt at concealment. "What did you see, Lady Gnome," he calls - too loudly - as she approaches.
Kayla approaches putting a finger to her lips indicating to be a little more silent.
she is quickly at Aodhiel's side. She sighs at the "lady gnome" comment to address her. it is clear that this title seems to upset her a bit. she quickly pushes that feeling aside to give her report.
My lord, ahead a large group of insects, many bigger that you. but they are moving away. there will be several dead ones. there was a giant bat like creature even larger than the insects. it would let out a screech to stun the insects then feed upon them. it continues to chase the bugs away. I would guess the path to be clear on its own within the hour.
The group can hear the bat creature that Kayla described moving closser. It will be in your area about 10 minutes or so. There are places to hide in the woodline, there is also a set of caves to the right up a bit but can be reached before the bat arrives.
"Cower in the caves, or burrow amidst the trees?" I ask. "Opinions?"
"Not the caves. Bats live in caves." Kest and his horse disappear into the trees.
Kest seems to vanish into the trees. As if he where an elf.
Aodhiel vanishes into the trees as well. There is time but you all here the bat getting closer.
As the amateur rogues attempt to slip into the brush Kayla contemplates her choices once more. the caves are not the best choice and definitely don't need to be engaging the big bat creature.
Kayla slip into the brush opposite of the others.
As the group is hiding in the woods. The Mobat flys by and attempts to find prey since the area is empty. The bat will use its perception/blindsense to locate prey. The Bat can smell something new in area, he unleashes his scream with in range of the party.
Fort
I groan, collapsing to my knees as the shriek pierces my very mind...
Kest winces but is unaffected by the shriek.
Wes clamps his hands over his ears, but finds it of little use. He grits his teeth as he falls to his knees.
The Bat senses there is something near it and decides to see if there is food. Kes and Desidera can attack as surprise round first.Surprise Attack!
Kest can tell the creature has detected at least one of them and fires an arrow from his hiding place.
The bat takes an arrow to its wing and falls to ground. Desidera whispers but it is too late the arrow wounds the bat. She jumps up and tries to swing at it but bat moves out the way as it tosses in pain.
As the bat creature falls to the ground kayla springs into action from her hiding spot.
but to no avail, the screeching as caused her to only hit a tree
Arwen pulls his glaive and swings at the bat that is grounded.
Between the well place arrow from Kest and Arwen's glaive the beast is dead. The group is able to gather itself together and makes it way on to Brinwall Village. As you leave the mountains spot your at and travel along the road. The weather starts to become bad and wet. The ground starts to become muddy as the rain continues to pour down on you.
The mountain terrain is rough but passable for now. As you ascend into the mountain. The bugs around the area still are not around. With the exception of Arwen and Kayla. You notice the mist that fills the eveing air. The mist is thick while it rains still.