A tinkerer of unmatched skill, the Chief Engineer is said to have flown in on a ship with wings like a dragon.  He is rarely, if ever, seen, for he is often in his workshop at the Junkyard, creating the most unique and complicated items imaginable.  Some even whisper that he isn’t even mortal any longer, having made himself mostly machine over the years.  Maybe he did this to continue his life’s work.

 

The Green Woman

Legends speak of a woman who wanders the Wildlands, tending to the trees and shrubs that struggle for life, and fighting against the corruption brought on by the use of Chaos.  It is said that new growth springs from the ground at her every step, and that she can heal a suffering plant with the lightest touch. Few have actually seen her, though some claim to have heard her speaking to them from concealment among thick branches or thickets.  Some say that she is not a woman, but rather the spirit of the tormented land itself.  Others claim that she is actually a plant in human form, but still wilder tales exist. One thing is certain; no one knows the truth about her.

 

The Hangman

Wandering the Wildlands, the Hangman is a feared agent of his own brand of justice. This hooded figure stalks criminals and acts as their judge and executioner. While it is known of his proclivity for hangings, other times he is known to abduct the “guilty” and take them elsewhere to some unknown fate. The Hangman seldom is known to speak and many wonder on whose authority he determines guilt.

 

Lord Magnus Roarke

A great warrior, the leader and founder of House Roarke vanished on a sea journey in ages past. Legends say that he is still alive somewhere in the Wildlands and secretly watches over the well being of his clan.

 

The Master of the TE

Most who have encountered this legendary teacher and philosopher are unaware of it, for he is said to be a master of disguises.  He wanders the Wildlands, testing his students without their knowledge and looking for new people worthy of his lessons.  His students do their best to stay alert at all times, for any person they encounter might secretly be their master.  Since all of his students address him simply as “Master,” no one knows his name.

 

The Seelie Queen

Rumors of her presence are just that - rumors.  No one has ever seen the Seelie Queen, and it is likely that she is just a myth.  Stories paint the Seelie Queen as the epitome of graciousness and goodness, while still other stories speak of her devotion and self-sacrifice for her people.  Where her people are is yet another mystery, for Seelie visits to the Western Wildlands have been very few and far between.

 

The Siren

In the dark of night a distant melody will sometimes drift over the night air, drawing away people to follow it, sometimes never to return. Other times, they return with stories of a strange woman with a haunting song and eyes pained with some ancient loss.

 

The Queen of Air and Darkness

The ruler of all the Unseelie forces, the Queen of Air and Darkness is said to live in the stars.  Said to be passionate and mysterious, few can claim to have seen her.  The Unseelie who search the lands speak of her in high regard.

 

Tremane

Son of a beloved leader from the lands of Shonar, Tremane is the self proclaimed Duke of Shonar. The reclusive Duke is never seen but he speaks through a person known as “The Mouth of Tremane”. The mouth has been several different races throughout his reign. Tremane’s power is feared which keeps any from challenging his rule, for any that have challenged him where never seen again.

 

Web Queen

The Web Queen sponsors many efforts within the Western Wildlands.  It is well known that her servants assist and tend the wounded, and defend the dying in their last moments.  The Queen herself has never been seen, but instead she works though her servants, who are usually recognized by their distinct markings.  It is considered good form to pay a few silvers, or trade a meal, for the Web who help you.

 

Zensho Redcap

Zensho Redcap is said to be one of the most skilled warriors in the Wildlands. A masked defender of the weak, he has often been known to come to the aid of those who are being assaulted by others. He never lingers after providing his aid and although he is known as the protector of Clan Ridgehaven, stories of his exploits appear throughout the Wildlands.