Mountain Path

Mountain Path to the Dragon's Cavern

A narrow mountain path winds its way through rugged terrain, leading towards the cavern rumored to be the lair of a fearsome dragon. The path is marked by remnants of what appears to be the dragon's fiery breath, which has blasted through the rocks, creating a jagged and treacherous trail.

A small stream cuts across the path, its waters crystal clear but icy cold, originating from the snow-capped peaks above.

Encounters:

1. Ambush by Mountain Trolls

A band of mountain trolls, lurking in the shadows of the craggy cliffs, wait to ambush the adventurers by the bridge. These brutish creatures are armed with crude weapons and seek to plunder any valuables the party possesses.

• Enemies: 3 Mountain Trolls
• Tactics: They use their size and strength to overpower foes, attempting to grapple and disarm opponents.
• Rewards: Treasure hidden in their makeshift camp nearby.
  
  IQ: 6
  ME: 15
  MA: 8
  PS: 22
  PP: 15
  PE: 20
  PB: 6
  Spd: 20
  
  Skills: Climbing (60%), Prowl (50%), Track (40%)
  Combat: Hit Points: 30 each, Attacks per Melee Round: 3, Damage: 3D6+6 (punch), 4D6+6 (club), Bonuses: +2 to strike, +3 to parry and dodge

2. Rockslide Danger

As the party ascends a particularly steep section of the path, a rumble echoes through the mountainside. Loose rocks and boulders come crashing down towards them, threatening to block the path or cause serious harm.

• Challenge: Each character must make a PP save to avoid being struck by falling debris.
• Consequences: Failure results in taking damage 3D6 and pote25% chance being pinned beneath rubble.

3. Ancient Guardian Statue

Half buried in the rocks alongside the path just after the bend is the head of an ancient stone statue of a dragon, its weathered features still imposing. As the adventurers approach, the statue begins to animate, its eyes glowing faintly blue with magical energy.

• Guardian: Ancient Stone Dragon Statue
• Abilities: It attacks using powerful stone fists and a breath weapon that petrifies targets temporarily.
• Rewards: A gemstone embedded in the statue's forehead, radiating magical aura. p>Ancient Guardian Statue
  
  IQ: 8
  ME: 18
  MA: 12
  PS: N/A
  PP: N/A
  PE: N/A
  PB: 10
  Spd: N/A

  Special Abilities: Petrifying Gaze, Stone Fist (3D6 damage per strike), Breath Weapon (Petra Breath, 4D6 damage, save vs. magic (16) or be petrified for 1D6 melee rounds)

  Combat: Hit Points: 60, Attacks per Melee Round: 1

At the end of the path looms the massive cavern entrance, dark and foreboding, where the adventurers will face the true challenges within.