bmcdaniel
Adventurer
Does anyone have any ideas or references about maximum viewing distance in various kinds of terrain?
It is likely that my PCs will be pursued by a small group of orcs across an absolutely flat, empty desert in the near future. Depending on the circumstances, the PCs may get a day or two of head-start.
The orcs will likely be making for the PCs at maximum speed without any consideration of hiding. Assuming they approach during the day, what would be the maximum distance at which my PCs could notice the orcs. Note that the PCs will be aware the orcs are after them, so they will be actively watching the terrain behind them.
I'm aware of the spotting distances on page 60 of the SMG, but the maximum distance there (720 feet) seems awfully short to me.
The more detail the better please. In particular how does different terrain alter the distance (light brush, gulleys, heavy brush, occaisional trees, etc).
Brian McDaniel
It is likely that my PCs will be pursued by a small group of orcs across an absolutely flat, empty desert in the near future. Depending on the circumstances, the PCs may get a day or two of head-start.
The orcs will likely be making for the PCs at maximum speed without any consideration of hiding. Assuming they approach during the day, what would be the maximum distance at which my PCs could notice the orcs. Note that the PCs will be aware the orcs are after them, so they will be actively watching the terrain behind them.
I'm aware of the spotting distances on page 60 of the SMG, but the maximum distance there (720 feet) seems awfully short to me.
The more detail the better please. In particular how does different terrain alter the distance (light brush, gulleys, heavy brush, occaisional trees, etc).
Brian McDaniel
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