Monsters of Frosthaven – Meet the Algox
In Frosthaven, you’ll be testing your skills against an array of menacing enemies. It’s time to shine the spotlight on them, so you can learn more about them and increase your chances of survival out there in the cold!
[h3]Meet the Algox[/h3]
Frosthaven is the story of a small, struggling outpost far to the north of the capital city of White Oak. Completely isolated from the rest of the empire for half the year by towering, unbreachable snowdrifts, this settlement barely clings to survival against the relentless elements. Yet long before the first desperate Imperial settlers arrived, the Algox had already called the valley north of the Imperial Mountains their home. Perfectly adapted to the frigid conditions, these imposing beings possess thick white fur that shields them from the cold, as well as immense strength and intelligence that place them at the top of the food chain. With three spiraling horns atop their heads, they share a distant lineage with the Inox, but their way of life is uniquely their own.
For years, the villagers of Frosthaven and the Algox coexisted on a live-and-let-live basis. However, everything changed when the Merchant Guild took a sudden interest in the outpost. One of their expeditions, an Imperial garrison, unknowingly or not desecrated an ancient Algox burial ground. Outraged, the Algox launched an assault on Frosthaven, demanding retribution. The guild’s representatives quickly abandoned the settlement, leaving behind only a small force of soldiers to defend against the Algox onslaught.
Now, as you take command of a band of mercenaries hired to aid Frosthaven in its time of need, the Algox will be among the first enemies you encounter on the battlefield. Their forces are diverse, each member playing a crucial role in their ranks. For those of you who have had your fair share of adventures in Gloomhaven and the lands around the city, the tactics of the Algox Archers will be well familiar - though that doesn’t mean they won’t be a challenge.
[h3]Algox Archers[/h3]
If you spot Algox Archers on the battlefield, make them a priority target! These swift combatants strike with deadly efficiency, delivering the kind of blow you'd expect from a well-armed melee opponent - only from a safe distance. Very fast (initiative-wise), they act early in combat, making them hard to counter. Be wary of their signature tactic - firing an "arrow to the knee" to keep you immobilized while strategically placing traps around their positions to keep enemies at bay. If left unchecked, these sharpshooters can quickly turn the tide of battle against you.
The Algox Archers are just a fraction of the forces the Algox will throw at you. Stay tuned as we unveil more - both of their ways of living and the structure of their forces.
[h3]Algox Guards[/h3]
The Algox Guards serve as the backbone of their forces, standing as unshakable sentinels in battle. Unlike some frontline warriors, they may lack extra protection in the form of a shield or retaliate ability. Instead, they make up for it with sheer endurance, boasting an impressive health pool and considerable offensive power. Their preferred method of combat is brutal hand-to-hand fighting, wielding both swords and axes with lethal precision. Keeping your distance might seem like a sound strategy, but don’t get too comfortable - an axe or two will surely be sent flying your way sooner or later.
[h3]Algox Scouts[/h3]
Filling the tactical niche between the brute force of the Guards and the precision of the Archers, the Algox Scouts are among the most unpredictable opponents you'll face. On the battlefield, you can never quite tell whether they’ll strike from a distance with a crossbow or close the gap using the razor-sharp war-bracers mounted to their forearms. One thing is certain - if an Algox Scout sets their sights on you, you'd best be ready. Their agility and relentless pursuit make them some of the most mobile enemies encountered near Frosthaven.
Scouts also exhibit a curious - and somewhat unsettling - behavior: looting the bodies of their fallen kin. In a land where coin is scarce and opportunities for mercenaries are even scarcer, such scavenging is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it means fewer spoils for you. And as any seasoned fighter knows, a hungry mercenary is a bad mercenary. But on the other hand, these moments of distraction can leave the Scouts vulnerable - making them easy pickings for those willing to seize the opportunity.
[h3]Algox Priest[/h3]
The Algox have a deep bond with the frozen land they inhabit and the primordial forces that shape it. Algox Priests act as conduits for these powers, channeling them and positioning themselves as powerful support units within the Algox warbands. Unpredictable in initiative, you never quite know whether they’ll strike early to tilt the battle from the outset - or hang back, observing the chaos before stepping in with precise, disruptive intervention.
When they choose to act quickly, they rarely leave room for anyone to interrupt. Their ranged attacks may not hit particularly hard, but they’re laced with debilitating conditions. Icy blasts can immobilize, weaken your offensive potential with curse, or even stun a mercenary outright - removing them from the fight at a critical moment.
And just when you think you’re turning the tide, the Priest begins to undo your progress - healing wounded allies and restoring the Algox ranks as if your efforts had never happened. Combined with their natural vitality and frequent use of additional armor, they become a battlefield threat that’s both hard to bring down and dangerous to ignore.
Make no mistake: dealing with an Algox Priest swiftly may be the difference between victory - and a slow, exhausting, frozen defeat.
[h3]Algox Snowspeaker[/h3]
Much like their distant cousins, the Inox, the Algox gather in clans - though these are divided by two ideologies that differ radically, and at times violently, on how best to commune with their god. The Snowspeakers believe the divine voice descends with the falling snow, while the Icespeakers find sacred guidance in the ice that rises from the frozen ground. The most devoted and formidable warriors in each faction spend years mastering the essence of their chosen medium, and are held in the highest regard within their respective orders. On the battlefield, they are simply - but reverently - known as true Snowspeakers and Icespeakers. Facing one is among the greatest challenges a mercenary can endure.
The Snowspeakers are the most adept priests of their faction. Their movements echo the winds and falling snow, harnessing these raw forces and turning them into weapons that strip all warmth from their enemies. Once a Snowspeaker sets their sights on you, escape is no easy feat - not due to speed, but because they operate on a grand scale. These mystics can summon ice storms that batter entire battle parties and toss you around like a ragdoll. One of their most defining traits is their relentless retaliation. Normally, ranged attacks offer a safe answer to such behavior, but not here - out-ranging a Snowspeaker is a feat few can claim. The most reliable path to victory lies in getting uncomfortably close. But brute force alone won’t be enough. You’ll need cunning - use the environment to your advantage: traps, hazardous terrain, anything that tips the scales. And when you strike, make it count. You have no choice but to employ every dirty trick you’ve learned - poison, bleeding wounds, and whatever else your pack holds.
And if you're wise, you'll spend a few coins at the Great Oak Temple before setting out. You'll need every blessing the gods can spare when facing a Snowspeaker.
[h3]Algox Icespeaker[/h3]
While the Snowspeakers revere their most adept priests, among the Icespeakers, it is the fiercest warriors who earn the highest respect. Icespeakers are known for charging headfirst into battle - even when outnumbered - and having the sheer skill to make such bold tactics work. Their terrifying growls have made even the toughest mercenaries forget how to hold a weapon, and their crushing blows can leave you lucky if you’re only staggered - rather than left brittle and stunned by the impact. Heavily armored and unshakable, an Icespeaker in a defensive stance is nearly impossible to harm. Most strikes will simply glance off their icy plates without leaving a mark. And their swift, brutal counters ensure that any mercenary bold enough to close the gap will pay dearly for the attempt. Drawing upon the ice rooted deep within the earth, Icespeakers can cause massive shards to erupt from the ground. These jagged spires are dangerous not just when they rise - they also reshape the battlefield, blocking routes and limiting your tactical options.
Your best bet is to keep a safe distance from the Icespeakers. Use ranged attacks whenever possible - ideally the rare few that can pierce their armor. And whatever you do, don’t let them reach you. Immobilize them, stun them, disarm them - anything to keep them at bay. Because once they close the gap, your odds of walking away in one piece drop fast.
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[h3]Meet the Algox[/h3]
Frosthaven is the story of a small, struggling outpost far to the north of the capital city of White Oak. Completely isolated from the rest of the empire for half the year by towering, unbreachable snowdrifts, this settlement barely clings to survival against the relentless elements. Yet long before the first desperate Imperial settlers arrived, the Algox had already called the valley north of the Imperial Mountains their home. Perfectly adapted to the frigid conditions, these imposing beings possess thick white fur that shields them from the cold, as well as immense strength and intelligence that place them at the top of the food chain. With three spiraling horns atop their heads, they share a distant lineage with the Inox, but their way of life is uniquely their own.
For years, the villagers of Frosthaven and the Algox coexisted on a live-and-let-live basis. However, everything changed when the Merchant Guild took a sudden interest in the outpost. One of their expeditions, an Imperial garrison, unknowingly or not desecrated an ancient Algox burial ground. Outraged, the Algox launched an assault on Frosthaven, demanding retribution. The guild’s representatives quickly abandoned the settlement, leaving behind only a small force of soldiers to defend against the Algox onslaught.
Now, as you take command of a band of mercenaries hired to aid Frosthaven in its time of need, the Algox will be among the first enemies you encounter on the battlefield. Their forces are diverse, each member playing a crucial role in their ranks. For those of you who have had your fair share of adventures in Gloomhaven and the lands around the city, the tactics of the Algox Archers will be well familiar - though that doesn’t mean they won’t be a challenge.
[h3]Algox Archers[/h3]
If you spot Algox Archers on the battlefield, make them a priority target! These swift combatants strike with deadly efficiency, delivering the kind of blow you'd expect from a well-armed melee opponent - only from a safe distance. Very fast (initiative-wise), they act early in combat, making them hard to counter. Be wary of their signature tactic - firing an "arrow to the knee" to keep you immobilized while strategically placing traps around their positions to keep enemies at bay. If left unchecked, these sharpshooters can quickly turn the tide of battle against you.
The Algox Archers are just a fraction of the forces the Algox will throw at you. Stay tuned as we unveil more - both of their ways of living and the structure of their forces.
[h3]Algox Guards[/h3]
The Algox Guards serve as the backbone of their forces, standing as unshakable sentinels in battle. Unlike some frontline warriors, they may lack extra protection in the form of a shield or retaliate ability. Instead, they make up for it with sheer endurance, boasting an impressive health pool and considerable offensive power. Their preferred method of combat is brutal hand-to-hand fighting, wielding both swords and axes with lethal precision. Keeping your distance might seem like a sound strategy, but don’t get too comfortable - an axe or two will surely be sent flying your way sooner or later.
[h3]Algox Scouts[/h3]
Filling the tactical niche between the brute force of the Guards and the precision of the Archers, the Algox Scouts are among the most unpredictable opponents you'll face. On the battlefield, you can never quite tell whether they’ll strike from a distance with a crossbow or close the gap using the razor-sharp war-bracers mounted to their forearms. One thing is certain - if an Algox Scout sets their sights on you, you'd best be ready. Their agility and relentless pursuit make them some of the most mobile enemies encountered near Frosthaven.
Scouts also exhibit a curious - and somewhat unsettling - behavior: looting the bodies of their fallen kin. In a land where coin is scarce and opportunities for mercenaries are even scarcer, such scavenging is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it means fewer spoils for you. And as any seasoned fighter knows, a hungry mercenary is a bad mercenary. But on the other hand, these moments of distraction can leave the Scouts vulnerable - making them easy pickings for those willing to seize the opportunity.
[h3]Algox Priest[/h3]
The Algox have a deep bond with the frozen land they inhabit and the primordial forces that shape it. Algox Priests act as conduits for these powers, channeling them and positioning themselves as powerful support units within the Algox warbands. Unpredictable in initiative, you never quite know whether they’ll strike early to tilt the battle from the outset - or hang back, observing the chaos before stepping in with precise, disruptive intervention.
When they choose to act quickly, they rarely leave room for anyone to interrupt. Their ranged attacks may not hit particularly hard, but they’re laced with debilitating conditions. Icy blasts can immobilize, weaken your offensive potential with curse, or even stun a mercenary outright - removing them from the fight at a critical moment.
And just when you think you’re turning the tide, the Priest begins to undo your progress - healing wounded allies and restoring the Algox ranks as if your efforts had never happened. Combined with their natural vitality and frequent use of additional armor, they become a battlefield threat that’s both hard to bring down and dangerous to ignore.
Make no mistake: dealing with an Algox Priest swiftly may be the difference between victory - and a slow, exhausting, frozen defeat.
[h3]Algox Snowspeaker[/h3]
Much like their distant cousins, the Inox, the Algox gather in clans - though these are divided by two ideologies that differ radically, and at times violently, on how best to commune with their god. The Snowspeakers believe the divine voice descends with the falling snow, while the Icespeakers find sacred guidance in the ice that rises from the frozen ground. The most devoted and formidable warriors in each faction spend years mastering the essence of their chosen medium, and are held in the highest regard within their respective orders. On the battlefield, they are simply - but reverently - known as true Snowspeakers and Icespeakers. Facing one is among the greatest challenges a mercenary can endure.
The Snowspeakers are the most adept priests of their faction. Their movements echo the winds and falling snow, harnessing these raw forces and turning them into weapons that strip all warmth from their enemies. Once a Snowspeaker sets their sights on you, escape is no easy feat - not due to speed, but because they operate on a grand scale. These mystics can summon ice storms that batter entire battle parties and toss you around like a ragdoll. One of their most defining traits is their relentless retaliation. Normally, ranged attacks offer a safe answer to such behavior, but not here - out-ranging a Snowspeaker is a feat few can claim. The most reliable path to victory lies in getting uncomfortably close. But brute force alone won’t be enough. You’ll need cunning - use the environment to your advantage: traps, hazardous terrain, anything that tips the scales. And when you strike, make it count. You have no choice but to employ every dirty trick you’ve learned - poison, bleeding wounds, and whatever else your pack holds.
And if you're wise, you'll spend a few coins at the Great Oak Temple before setting out. You'll need every blessing the gods can spare when facing a Snowspeaker.
[h3]Algox Icespeaker[/h3]
While the Snowspeakers revere their most adept priests, among the Icespeakers, it is the fiercest warriors who earn the highest respect. Icespeakers are known for charging headfirst into battle - even when outnumbered - and having the sheer skill to make such bold tactics work. Their terrifying growls have made even the toughest mercenaries forget how to hold a weapon, and their crushing blows can leave you lucky if you’re only staggered - rather than left brittle and stunned by the impact. Heavily armored and unshakable, an Icespeaker in a defensive stance is nearly impossible to harm. Most strikes will simply glance off their icy plates without leaving a mark. And their swift, brutal counters ensure that any mercenary bold enough to close the gap will pay dearly for the attempt. Drawing upon the ice rooted deep within the earth, Icespeakers can cause massive shards to erupt from the ground. These jagged spires are dangerous not just when they rise - they also reshape the battlefield, blocking routes and limiting your tactical options.
Your best bet is to keep a safe distance from the Icespeakers. Use ranged attacks whenever possible - ideally the rare few that can pierce their armor. And whatever you do, don’t let them reach you. Immobilize them, stun them, disarm them - anything to keep them at bay. Because once they close the gap, your odds of walking away in one piece drop fast.
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