Avan simply nods onward, waits for the creatures to leave the immediate area and begins moving in the direction they were dragging a tree. Hopefully this isn't the first tree being taken this way and he can find a track (Survival).
Zork gets his bow ready just in case but he is not moving hastily without a signal of some kind that he should move forward.
Albrecht shares with the others that the fog is moving out and they probably will be exposed in the road in about 30 minutes. He again suggests that they spread out to either side of the road and hide behind some trees. Keeping a sharp eye and ear out, Albrecht tries to watch for any signs of danger as he and Champ move to the side of the road and take cover behind a tree.
Zork says, "I think this is it… time for battle." Zork gets up on his mount and starts to ride forward to where he sees the nearest enemy.
Out of Character: Not rolling for battle yet until I know I can get there in time or even see it happening.
Krusten says, "It's about time. My bow string was getting stiff from lack of use." In one swift move she mounts and goes right behind Zork fanning out to the left.
Seeing the large creature heading towards them with sword drawn her mind races. She wonders what the best option is. Aliana looks at Avan and whispers " we need to fall back. We can't fight these by ourselves. " She crouches low and tries to use the fog as she tries to move stealthily towards the road hugging close to every tree. Aliana looks over her shoulder to make sure Avan is following her.
Avan nods and retreats stealthily, keeping an eye on the creature to make sure it isn't following. He tries to discern through the fog if it has other weapons and how tough its armor is.
Out of Character: Avan has Trackless Step and leaves no trail behind. If he sees Aliana is leaving an obvious trail, he tries to cover it up, but doesn't risk it if it makes too much noise.