random encounter

random encounter

English

Noun

random encounter (plural random encounters)

1. (video games, role-playing games) A battle that starts at an unpredictable time, against random enemies.
2. (by extension) The event of seeing someone appearing without warning.
   • 2007, Scott Pilgrim Gets It Together, volume 4 of Scott Pilgrim

     [Scott is dreaming. Ramona appears in the dream without warning.]

     Ramona: I think this is the lamest dream I've ever found you in.

     Forest elf: Look out! Random encounter!!!