What happens while the characters are plodding along the king’s roads connecting towns and cities in fairly populated lands? These encounters are intended for roads where the heroes are more likely to meet other travellers than wildlife or monsters.
This table is designed for a European inspired fantasy set in a technological and cultural age equivalent to the Middle Ages up to the Early Modern Period (ca. 1100-1750 AD.).
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A small band of highwaymen make a living out of stripping travellers of their horses and ready coin, as well as anything that can easily be fenced or sold. They may have second thoughts if the characters look particularly armed and dangerous—or even offer them a partnership!A holy man or hermit stands at a crossroads sermonizing anyone who will stop and listen, condemning the sinful and promising salvation to the faithful. He may be alone or have a few companions begging alms from travellers.
A beautiful horse with expensive, high quality tack comes sauntering down the road all on its lonesome. What happened to the rider?
A thief on the run tries to hitch up with the characters; his pursuers are looking for one person, not a group.
A horse or other mount steps on a sharp rock or nail. It cannot be ridden or carry a heavy burden for the next couple of days.
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