The gray wanderer and his zombies (ideas after watching 'game of thrones' episodes) - new kind of unique monsters, and the strategic meaning of obsidian and gold/silver weapons

[RobinHood]

The Grey Wanderer and His Zombies

Appearance:
The Grey Wanderer is a mystical, powerful, and undead being with glowing blue eyes that appears in all regions of the world, especially near ancient ruins*, during snowstorms, fog, and thunderstorms. His appearance resembles that of a knight and a mummy, drawing parallels to the Night King from Game of Thrones (White Walkers). The Grey Wanderer is not only a threat to players but to the entire world: once he is killed, his zombies die as well. These zombies can be defeated with normal weapons, though some of them have no heads or are deformed, limbless figures.

*When exploring ruins, and when digging up Bone Earth, or destroying or dismantling graves, there is a certain risk that a Grey Wanderer and zombies will appear.

The Horn of the Grey Wanderer

Announcement through the Horn:
The Grey Wanderer announces his arrival with three deep, echoing horn blasts that sound as though they come from another world. With each blast, the echo grows stronger, allowing players to determine the direction of the Wanderer. The three horn signals have the following meanings:

• First Blast (long tone) – Warning: The Wanderer has appeared in the distance.
• Second Blast (two long tones) – Approach: The Wanderer is closer and may become more dangerous. Wild animals and monsters begin to flee or panic.
• Third Blast (three long tones) – Danger: The Wanderer is near and ready to attack anything living and moving.

A single short horn blast – Relief: The Grey Wanderer is dead, or a player uses the horn to scare off other monsters or wild animals (Loot).

Golden Horn as Loot:
The Grey Wanderer sometimes leaves behind a unique golden horn. This artifact can be used by players to scare off animals like bears or wolves.

• Limited Use: The horn can only be used a limited number of times (e.g., 3-8 times) before it breaks.

Combat Abilities of the Grey Wanderer:

• Impact Damage: The Grey Wanderer causes massive damage, both to the player's health and their armor.
• Frost Damage: When near the Wanderer, the player’s body temperature decreases, causing additional frost damage. Warm clothing can reduce cold damage.

The Grey Wanderer is hostile to everything that lives and not only fights wild animals but also other monsters. Other creatures can deal damage to him and his zombies, but wild animals are harmless to the Wanderer himself, although they can defeat his zombies.

Weapons against the Grey Wanderer:

• Obsidian Spears: Obsidian is a weak weapon against the Grey Wanderer. It takes 5-8 hits with the obsidian spear to defeat him.
• Obsidian Dagger: Made by melting some obsidian blocks – durability for a single strike, but it kills instantly.
• Flaming Gold or Silver Sword: A flaming sword is much more effective but also requires 5-8 hits to defeat the Grey Wanderer. The gold and silver swords need to be enabled. This sword is ignited using regular fat and a torch.

A fire trap would also be lethal.

Special Traits of the Grey Wanderer:
The Grey Wanderer is in constant hostility with other monsters and will even attack dangerous creatures like strong drifters or bears. His hostility extends to all living things. Additionally, he is surrounded by a cold aura that inflicts frost damage on players in his vicinity.

Strategic Use of the Golden Horn:
The golden horn is especially valuable during temporal storms, as it can briefly drive away other monsters. During the temporal-storms, the Grey Wanderers disappear, which distinguishes them from other creatures that remain active.

ps.

The Gray Walker can turn into mist and walk through blocks. The Grey Walker can summon zombies. If you destroy the Grey Walker, the zombies at its side die.
If a Grey Walker has appeared, you cannot use translocators or carry out home commands. You can only run away or fight.

I got these ideas after watching game of thrones, the night king with his white walkers and the undead / zombies.

Edited December 29, 2024 by RobinHood

[LadyWYT]

Good idea for a mod that Game of Thrones fans or those looking for a more fantasy-type playthrough will probably enjoy. As for Vintage Story's setting...it doesn't fit the lore at all.