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Chapter 10: Threats
Human-Like
Stone Ogre
Stone Ogres are large humanoids with thick rock-like skin that dwell deep in caves and mines throughout Eldlandria. They have the ability to meld with rock and sleep for long periods of time, but will awaken to feast if a living creature comes near. Stone Ogres are fond of human flesh and have been known to kill and eventually devour entire mining parties. Once they get a taste for humans, some Stone Ogres will even leave the solitude of their caves to seek out places where people are more plentiful.
Concept: A big slow combatant, highly resistant to physical damage.
Base Stats (Level 4)
- AC: 14
- DR: 2d10
- EX-HP: 0
- HP: 60
- FORT: +9
- REF: +1
- WILL: +1
Common Attacks
- Stone Fist
- Attack Bonus: +10
- Damage: 1d12+6(Str)
- Possesses the Dual Melee Weapons Feat
- Initiative Bonus: -1
- Empowerment Points: 2
- Base movement: 25 feet (5 squares)
Spell and Skill Categories
- Protection
- 2 MP
- Basic Wisdom, Advanced Wisdom (+8)
- 3 SP
The background of most Stone Ogres will limit their exposure to inapplicable skills. Listen and Spot and Navigate are the skills that a Stone Ogre most often utilizes.
Feats
- (Melee Training: Basic)
- Melee Training: Advanced
- Cleave
- Dual Melee Weapons Feat
Additional Equipment
- Night Sight (2 EP) [Naturally occurring]
- Stone Skin (2d10 DR, +5 AC) [Naturally occurring]
Background
| Attribute | Score | Modifier |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | 22 | +6 |
| Dexterity | 8 | -1 |
| Constitution | 20 | +5 |
| Intelligence | 10 | +0 |
| Wisdom | 10 | +0 |
| Charisma | 10 | +0 |
Attitude and Tactics
Stone Ogres blur the line between human-like and monster. Technically they are human-like because of the underlying human intelligence that can be seen in their eyes. They have the ability to use tactics, to surprise, surround or stalk their prey.
Most people that encounter Stone Ogres call them monsters. Because they approach with the single-minded purpose of killing and then feasting, Stone Ogres cannot be bargained with. While a few have shown some interest in the tools and comforts that man creates for himself, most Stone Ogres have little need for them; sleeping within stone, attacking with their heavy stone fists and then consuming their prey raw.
Stone Ogres can be found alone and in small to medium groups. They have a basic ability to act in coordination, silently communicating. Legends tell of vast underground cities filled with Stone Ogres serving a grand ruler, but this notion runs contrary to what is generally known of their habits.
Stone Ogre @ Level 8
- AC: 16
- DR: 3d10
- EX-HP: 0
- HP: 120
- FORT: +12
- REF: +4
- WILL: +4
- Melee: +14/+9
- Greater Stone Fist: 2d10+6(Str)
Player Knowledge
A good Knowledge: Common or Popular check reveals the basic legends surrounding Stone Ogres: they live underground and will get you if you dare enter their caves. They will come and steal your friends if you are not good. They are made of rock and cannot be hurt.
A good Knowledge: Academic, Specific or Obscure check reveals that Stone Ogres emerge from stone walls. A Stone Ogre's general presence can sometimes be indicated with the Examine Supernatural Spell. Light weapons will be less effective due to the Stone Ogre’s High Damage Reduction. (Empowered blades, due to their design, are not normally damaged when used against stone armour.) Stone Ogres can be killed, but cannot be reasoned with.
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