[@ERode][@Pyromania99][@Superman]

[h3][center]~Vrohl Wildlands~[/center][/h3]

Suddenly, there was a loud, sharp screech in the distance. Immediately, the smaller toucans gathered fled the scene, the flapping of wings filling the air as they made a swift exit. A second screech was heard, this one closer. It was followed by a high pitched, but guttural shout.

Before the adventurers had much of a chance to react, a massive shadow blocked out the warm sunlight that made its way into the jungle from the canopy. If they looked up, a black bird whose wings were at least the size of your average man each came into view could be seen from the ground. It looked to be a toucan of sorts...except massive. Much more so. Spines covered its beak, and its talons sharp. A plume of colorful feathers donned its head, trailing back as it landed. 

It landed on the ground with a low thud, its massive wings blowing away some loose leaves as it lighted on the ground. It gave another shrill cry, eyeing the adventurers which it towered over...before its gaze immediately turned to the cart. The horse that had been pulling it whinnied and attempted to free itself from its bindings to little avail, obviously scared of the large bird.

And it took a step towards it, seemingly unconcerned with the gathered people.

Isabella simply stared at the large bird, unsure what to make of it. It didn't seem hostile to her, since it seemed to ignore them for the most part, but its attention seemed focused on the cart. Her hand went to her blade, ready to fight this creature should she have too.

Encounter:
Grand Razor Beak
Number: 1
Threat: High


[@Black Alice][@Lauder][@RedDusk][@Ariamis]

[center][h3]~Reef Grotto~[/h3][/center]

Em wouldn't have much luck in sensing anything dark within the rocky cavern. At least, if there anything was, it would be too far for her to sense it. She would have much better luck with her spirit sensing however. She discovered the lingering trances of the deceased soldier. It seemed his spirit was still around, for whatever reason. It seemed he wasn't close at the moment, though. The spirit seemed to have wandered further into the cavern. Perhaps he'd be found where he had been killed?

Unfortunately, the pebbles didn't disturb any sleeping creature within the pond. However, within the murky blackness something odd did indeed happen. As the pebble sank to the bottom...it was suddenly pulled to the right, disappearing into the wall...? It wasn't fast or very quick, but it definitely happened. It would be difficult to see clearly what exactly had happened, but it was easy to come up with a conclusion. Either something had pulled the pebble...or perhaps there was a current of some sort?

Nazr's quick thinking made it difficult for the hounds laying in wait to detect him. He'd also find several small stones and sharp stalagmites that he could possibly use as potential ammo. 

It would have been a good plan, too, had Ankt not continued down the path. The large lizard man was immediately sensed by the hounds, evident from a loud barking noise heard from further within. Before Ankt' or anyone else could react, there was the shuffling of feet on stone...and a large dog sized eel looking creature came bounding around the corner, leaping from the stone, its sharp claws and almost impossibly long and sharp teeth aimed right for Ankt's neck.

Right behind that one, followed several more. Apparently the dogs intended to use the close quarters to their advantage and rush the adventurers before they could do much.

Encounter:
Piranha hound Pack:
Number: ????
Difficulty: Low-medium