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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Shade" data-source="post: 5732072" data-attributes="member: 287">In that case, we're down to the last one for this thread...The Male of the Speciesby Frank MentzerEditor's note: Last issue we published the description of "Amazons" by Gary Gygax. But although the men associated with these warrior women were mentioned briefly, their statistics and lifestyle were never fully described. To correct that oversight, we now presentMen, EmezonFREQUENCY: Extremely rareNO. APPEARING: 1-4ARMOR CLASS: 8MOVE: 9"HIT DICE: 1 (d6)% IN LAIR: 99%TREASURE TYPE: SpecialNO. OF ATTACKS: 1DAMAGE/ATTACK: By weapon (see below)SPECIAL ATTACKS: Cleric spellsSPECIAL DEFENSES: WailMAGIC RESISTANCE: StandardINTELLIGENCE: LowALIGNMENT: NeutralSIZE: M (5'-6' tall)PSIONICS: NilLEVEL/X.P. VALUE: VariableEmezons (also called scullions) are the famous but elusive male amazons (q.v. POLYHEDRON Newszine #22, p8). Their ability scores are average in all respects.Emezons normally do not wear armor, except for a leather apron (AC 7) at mealtimes, which is adorned with tribal runes forming the phrase "Common Gadit". At such times, an emezon is usually armed with a heavy metal pot or skillet, which may be used as if a mace. Or rare occasions, emezons may be found with their amazon mistresses, acting as guards. They are then similarly armored and armed.If attacked in lair, an emezon will often start an unearthly wailing, which causes each creature within 60' to make a saving throw vs. spells. Those failing will immediately try to comfort and protect the poor thing.Rumors indicate that all emezons are spellcasters, as they are prone to chanting words of various types while preparing meals. Detailed observation indicates that while a few are actually clerics, reaching a maximum of 5th level of experience, others are low-level chefs (see "Zee Chef", on the preceding pages for details), preoccupied with dweomers involving the creation, purification, and flavoring of food and drink.Emezons are exceptionally skilled at child raising, interior decorating, and hair styling, and are thus treasured and protected by amazons at all times. The most skilled emezon in a tribe is usually awarded a small sculpture (of an otter or a seal), as a token of the amazons' approval. This item may be passed on to a new winner each month.</blockquote>

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