Encounters en route

Plan encounters for long journeys based on terrain.

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1-2
A flock of seagulls (Wait, in a forest? Yes, lost and confused).social
3-10
A patch of bioluminescent mushrooms that grant temporary resistance to poison.benefit
11-20
An old hermit offering a cryptic prophecy for a piece of silver.social
21-35
A fallen tree blocking the path, hiding a small cache of supplies.benefit
36-50
A friendly woodcutter who shares rumors about a nearby cave.social
51-65
A circle of standing stones that hums with ancient magic.benefit
66-80
A hidden grove with clear, refreshing water that restores some health.benefit
81-95
An abandoned campsite with a half-burned journal.social
96-110
A majestic stag that leads the party to a shortcut, saving travel time.benefit
111-125
A sudden heavy downpour that slows travel and obscures vision.survival
126-140
Dense thickets that require a survival check to navigate without getting lost.survival
141-155
A swarm of stinging insects that makes resting difficult.hazard
156-170
A pack of wolves stalking the party from the shadows.combat
171-185
A warband of orcs patrolling their territory.combat
186-200
A pair of owlbears hunting for their next meal.combat
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