Encounter Brute

[3] Cast spells to weaken or confuse the Brute.

Reward: Harvest essence and alchemical components +1(M), +1(N), +2(G)

[5] Try to sneak around or strike with precision.

Reward: Gather fur and claws +1(N), +2(G), +2(S)

[5] | Stand your ground and face it with weapons.

Reward: Harvest fur, meat, and claws +2(N), +2(G), +2(C)

[10] | Mimic the beast until it accepts you as one of its own.

Reward: Gain the "Roar" Barbarian special ability: "gain +1(C) for -1(T) at any time". 

[2] Track its habits and use environment to evade.

Reward: Avoid damage; gain survival knowledge +1(N)

[3] Leave bait to lure it away.

Reward: Skip the encounter; +1(N), +1(S)