When the way ahead looks dangerous and dismal, send the adventuring scout ahead to have a look. If he comes back, take his advice; if he doesn’t… go the other way.
Adventuring Scout Descriptors
- brave, courageous, adventurous, confident, bold, or just plain stupid,
- quick, lithe, agile, dexterous, nimble, sneaky, sly, slick,
- cool, composed, collected,
- surly, recalcitrant, stand-offish, solitary, independent, lone wolf,
- light, trim, athletic, slim,
- lightly encumbered, travels light, carries simple gear, minimalist, loves the ergonomics of the multi-tool
Environments where you’d find an Adventuring Scout
- darkness, dark windows, shadows,
- blinds, tree stands, camouflage,
- nooks and crannies,
Stuff for the Adventuring Scout
- Leatherman, Gerber tool, Swiss Army Knife,
- face paints, body paints,
- khakis, cargo pants, camouflage,
- masks,
- blinds, tents, camo netting,
- utility belt, pouches, pockets, sacks, bags, belt pouches, backpack, saddlebags, packs, bug out bag,
- mesh, netting, compartments, loops, straps, rope, cord,
- first aid kit, fire starter, signal mirror,
- rations, provisions, food, grub,
- canteen, waterskin, camel bag,
- machete, hatchet, knife, short sword, hidden blade, katana or ninjato, short club, short flail,
- crossbow, short bow, recurve bow, dart gun,
- pistol, revolver,