Adelaide’s argument is very persuasive. The reasoning is difficult to disagree with and the sheer confidence and professionalism she exudes in her preparation simply add weight to the cause, meaning that anyone without firmly entrenched views is easily convinced that her suggestion is the most appropriate course of action. With that in mind, she soon slips off into the undergrowth with all the skill of a trained assassin. Her movements are fluid and precise and she makes her way along the perimeter of the camp without even a hint of a sound as Wisp concurs with the plan and makes a reasonable attempt of joining her.<br/><br/>Deciding that following is the best approach, Cass and Maldred also make their way through the bushes behind them and it results in a staggered line of individuals separated several feet apart as they creep in the footsteps of one another. Adel is able to find an excellent vantage point at the edge of the water and, following her lead, Wisp, Cass and Maldred also duck behind cover to gain a view at the elves. Each of them making a good attempt at finding suitable concealment in the undergrowth within 60' of the group.<br/><br/>For their part, the elves appear to have stopped for a rest en route to a hunting and foraging expedition. There are indeed four of them - three males, one female – who currently sit near the edge of the water discussing their venture.<br/><br/><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote">Quote</div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">The female of the group has a diminutive frame and lustrous coppery hair that falls down to her waist and is pinned back by an intricate leather headband. Her green eyes reveal an uncompromising intelligence and she wears a pleasing combination of sturdy brown leathers, covered in an emerald green cloak with fine embroidery and a fine, gold chain sash around her waist. Among her possessions is a finely-crafted longbow slung over her shoulder and a short sword at her belt.<br/><br/>One of the males in the group sits on a fallen tree. His brown, shoulder-length hair reveals an angular but charming face with large round black eyes that watch thoughtfully over the area. A long scar stretches from just under the left eyebrow, running towards the right side of his lips and ending on his right cheek. His tall, athletic frame is covered in comfortable, brown studded leather and a washed-out brown cloak. He has a fine-looking rapier is at his belt and a light shield lays at his feet.<br/><br/>Another of the men wanders casually near the water. His blonde, oily hair clings to a furrowed face and his hooded brown eyes watch vigilantly over the nearby trees. He has a sturdy frame and wears quality dark brown studded leather and a torn, olive green cloak and appears to be armed with a pair of matching short swords and a longbow. <br/><br/>The third man, also clad in brown studded leather, sits comfortably at the base of a nearby tree near the water. He has short, chestnut hair which hangs over a thin, friendly face covered in dark stubble and he absently carves at some kind of wooden implement in his hands. Hooded green eyes, set wickedly within their sockets, seem to be focused on the task at hand. A hand crossbow and rapier lie within easy reach.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br/>The four of them appear to be too engrossed in whatever they are doing to notice the movements of the group, though all quickly arm themselves and turn their attention towards Alec as he intrudes on their camp and gets to within 40'. The woman seems like she is about to address Alec when the sound of Sena stumbling over a fallen branch 60' away catches their attention and each of them are on high alert.<br/><br/>[We’re still on free actions at this point, though we are right on the edge of going to Initiative, so might as well have some rolls and any last minute actions/intentions. Also, a Deception check from Alec please. Any clear attempt to deceive should always be accompanied by a Deception check.]