Deadly Hunters

Rangers are the quintessential hunters and trackers of Oerik, mastering the art of survival and the pursuit of their chosen prey. For them, the world is divided into predator and prey, and they strive to remain at the top of that hierarchy. Whether acting as scouts, trackers, or bounty hunters, rangers possess an unparalleled mastery of specialized weapons, tactics, and survival skills. These expert skirmishers thrive in a wide variety of environments, from the dense forests of the Gnarley to the frigid tundra of the north, honing their craft as hunters of both beast and man. Rangers are patient and observant, using their knowledge of the wilderness and their foes to strike with precision and decisiveness.

Some rangers take up their calling to protect the frontier, tracking and defeating man-eating beasts or marauding monsters that threaten settlements. Others walk a more shadowy path, hunting fugitives or those who have betrayed their people. Regardless of their quarry, rangers are adept at stalking even the most elusive targets, blending into their surroundings and striking when least expected. Their skill set allows them to excel both in melee combat and at range, skirmishing deftly to evade harm while delivering lethal attacks.

While some rangers gain their training as part of elite military units, most are trained in the wilderness by solitary masters who pass down their knowledge to apprentices. These master-student relationships often form a loose lineage of rangers, with students either working together as cohorts or vying for the title of the most skilled hunter in their circle. The tradition of mentorship ensures that the ranger’s craft is deeply personal, with each practitioner adding their own unique flair to their techniques.

Among the organized groups of rangers, the Rangers of the Gnarley Forest are the most well-known, serving as guardians of the forest and its inhabitants while opposing the encroachment of civilization and threats from the Wild Coast. Additionally, the Knights of the Hart, spanning Furyondy, Veluna, and the valley of the Highfolk, maintain elite detachments of rangers who act as scouts, skirmishers, and protectors of their territories. These rangers combine their individual prowess with a sense of duty to their people, ensuring that their homes remain safe from threats both near and far.