Planetouched Peril

[Lady Shatterstone]

*Fianna bows slight to the Elder druid*

"Thank you for the warning, Old Oak. We will take your cautions to heart and be on our guards."

 

[Isida Kep'Tukari]

*With Old Oak's warning, Father Parab's smaller caravan continues on. However, they do not get too far before the sky begins to cloud. Within a half-hour the wind starts to blow hard and the scent of rain is in the air. The horses are starting to panic, and pilgrims start to look around for shelter.*

*From the corner of their eyes, Ashlie and Fianna spot something large pacing them through the underbrush as the wind starts to blow. It looks as big as a wolf, though it moves more sinuously.*

 

[Fangor the Fierce]

With a nervous itch, Ashlie begins scratching the back of her neck. The symbol warning her of possible danger. At the sight of the creature, she whispers ahead, saying that they have company. She then leads Earth Hammer on the opposite side of the wagons, putting the wagons between herself and the creature, and immediately goes into the underbrush/woods on the opposite side. She will then hide into the brush, letting the creature continue on following the others, while she then starts her own following of the creature, from the opposite side of the road. Shilo follows her, as is his custom. Spot +2 to se if this creature is alone. If it is then she continues. If it is not, she stays with the group, warning the others to ready themselves.

I sure hope this works. If it proves to be intent on harming the others, then it will let me go unnoticed. I can then sneak behind it and offer aid in what way I can. If it does notice me, and comes after me, then at least the others will have a clear view of it as it has to cross the road to get to me. Earth Hammer here has proven his worth, and I am sure his strong legs can get me out of danger in a second.

The thoughts race through her mind, hoping that she has made the right decision. Hide +12, Move Silently +13

 

[Ghostknight]

*Receiving Ashlies warning, Heliad starts preparing himself, making sure his mace is at hand, ready to be drawn. He shifts on his horse, preparing to fall back if necessary, but at the same time being ready if there should be more from the front.

"By Pelor's grace we should be clear of these creatures without violence. IS this pilgramage being dogged by ill luck or is this another sending by the one who sent his minions against these good folk before?" His words are soft and spoken for himself alone, no need to frighten the pilgrims!

 

[Jolmo]

*Kani has taken his duty of protecting the caravan very seriously and always stays vigilant. At Ashlie's warning he tenses and tries to see the creature as well, while still casting glances around for anything else approaching.*

*He keeps his long spear in hand, but if the creature approaches and indeed looks like an hostile animal, he will put his free hand to his mouth, sounding an odd highpitched whistle through it, casting 'calm animals'.*

 

[Lady Shatterstone]

*Fianna senses highten at Ashile's warning. She reins Amarine in a little close to the caravan checking all dircetions for any other unusual movement. Placing her free hand on her hip she checks her scimitar, and her sling at the small of her back. Breathing a tiny sigh, Fianna checks the surrounding area again.*

Doreena is near, following and watching. She will be of help if we come under attack.

 

[Isida Kep'Tukari]

*There's a pulse of fear from Doreena in the druid's mind, as if Fianna's thoughts had summoned her. Whatever is out there, Doreena considers a threat. She gets the impression it's something big and "not right."*

*Ashlies slips into the underbrush, disappearing into the bushes. She only gets a fleeting glimpse as the creature dashes by, but it seems to be something rather like a white wolf, but moving far too fast. Its limbs seem long and lean, impossibly so for a normal wolf, and its clawed feet barely touch the ground. It does seem to be alone, however.*

*Suddenly the wind springs into a vengeful fury, walls of wind cutting the road and thrashing the trees. With a bound that lands in mid-air, a huge wolf leaps from the trees and brush, giving a bone-chilling howl. Kani tries to calm the creature, but it becomes apparent that this wolf is no ordinary animal...*

 

[Ghostknight]

Looking at the wolf, Heliad decides to try and place something between it and the caravan, and so he starts casting (Stopping his horse first!)

ooc: Starts casting summon monster 1 for a celestial fire beetle

 

[Fangor the Fierce]

Seeing that the creature passed her unnoticed, Ashile stays hidden. Suddenly the wind gathers and the wolf springs out at the caravan. Seizing the opportunity, Ashlie takes her chance, whispering into the horses ears in Elven, "Come my friend, let us deal with this creature swiftly!"

Hopefully she can strike before it realizes that it is somewhat surrounded. She suddenly realizes that this creature is not the usual wolf, and does not know if Earth Hammer will hold steady in this battle. She grips her shortbow even tighter, looking around for what to do. Reluctantly, she knows that she must do something quickly and dismounts Earth Hammer. She then sees if she is within range, and if so (within 30'), she let's an arrow fly at the creature from her hiding spot. AttBon+5, 1d6dmg, x3 and if she gets a sneak attack for attacking from hiding and within 30', add 1d6 dmg.

If she is not within 30', she quietly moves with the cover of the brush and trees to a place where she can snipe at the creature from her hiding spot. Move Silently +13, Hide +12.

Her dog will stay by her, watching her moves and waiting for her orders.

 

[Lady Shatterstone]

* Feeling the tension from her wolf sister, Fianna lets out a long High-pitched whistle calling Doreena to her side. As the Doreena reaches the caravan the creature breaks through the brush startling both Druid and wolf. *