scare crow

Growing much larger than vultures in some cases, these unique corvids revel in frightening their prey and are universally considered a terrible omen. But due to their rotten smell and cruel appearance, they have honed their voices to lure in their quarry. A scare crow can actually mimic any organic sound, often pretending to be lost travelers calling for help. Should an unfortunate wayfarer fall for the ruse, scare crows swarm in for the attack.

Names: Screwloose, Sneerfeather, Cawreek, Shadewing

abilities

Scary

The glowing red eyes, sharp teeth, and rotten smell of scare crows, to say nothing of their size, is highly unsettling. At the start of a Conflict, all enemies must make a Mettle Check or become FRIGHTENED and suffer Dread.

Mimic

May imitate the sound and speech of any folk. Perception Checks to discern the trick suffer Disadvantage.

Jeer

May launch an insult at a Close, Nearby or Faraway target inflicting Dread (Mettle Check to resist).

vulnerabilities

Scare crows are repulsed by any food or potion that heals Courage. Abilities that heal Courage inflict Dread instead against them.

social

Scare crows revel in taunting, tricking, insulting and frightening travelers, which brings them almost as much satisfaction as gorging on meat. They like to learn of new places to haunt, and they love dreaming up new ways to scare people. On the other hand, they despise all things brave, courageous, and righteous. They are incorrigibly sarcastic, rude, and mean-spirited.

combat

Scare crows attempt to frighten their prey, and either chase cowards or isolate brave foes. They attack in swarms, scratching and clawing. They even mimic voices during a fight, in an attempt to trick and confuse enemies into making mistakes.

defeat

Scare crows that meet their match suddenly don't think everything is so funny anymore. If they can't escape, they hem and haw and beg for their pitiful lives.

victory

Flocks of scare crows are called murders for a reason. However, if their bellies are full, they delight in toying with foes, making them run for their lives as they taunt and chase.