An Outrider’s goal is to find the path through dangerous terrain and lead the party to safety. The Outrider watches for signs of nearby movement, assessing any threats based on perceived evidence, and spotting other travelers along the road before they notice the party. Outriders typically have a strong knowledge of the wilds and are at home in nature. They usually take point on Journeys and will often be away from most of the party, searching for signs of danger or opportunity. #### Classes Excelling at a Outrider role - Berserkers are well suited to ranging ahead of the party, and are unafraid to throw themselves into dangerous situations. - Druids are at home in nature and the wilds, with the ability to take on the form of beasts native to the terrain they are traveling through. - Fighters may fill this role, depending on their particular area of expertise. - Rangers are particularly suited to this role, especially when traveling through lands they are familiar with ### Use the Terrain You're able to perceive oncoming danger and plan appropriate ambushes. Once per Journey when the GM indicates a combat encounter is about to occur, you can note the direction of the threat and place your companions on the map after knowing your party's initiative order, but before any hostile combatants are revealed. ### Group Travel Check can make one of the following checks during the [[Stage 3 - Make the Journey#Group Travel Check|Group Travel Check]] step of a Journey: - **Blaze the Trail:** You trek ahead of the rest of the party, navigating the wilderness and finding the best routes to set off upon. Make a [[00-Balance Of Powers/3-Mechanics/6-Ability Scores/Survival|Survival]] check to find the ideal starting point. - **Leave No Stone Unturned:** Your expertise with the natural world allows you to predict the potentially dangerous wildlife you will encounter along the way. Make a [[00-Balance Of Powers/3-Mechanics/6-Ability Scores/Nature|Nature]] check to research the local flora and fauna before you set out. - **Chart the Course:** Using your own knowledge and understanding of geography and the natural world, you sketch out a map indicating the various terrain and hazards you will all face along the journey. Make an ability check using [cartographer's tools](https://a5e.tabletopbytheik.nl/compendium/items/cartographers_tools) to determine the accuracy of your work. #journeyRole