Shimmerlings
Shimmerlings are thought to be hobgoblins formed of the fae-warped remnants of human souls, torn as they passed through the Hedge.
Overview
| “ | Goddamned bugs. | ” |
Alien to anything found outside the Thorns, these hobgoblins have black segmented bodies and transparent diaphanous wings. The abdomen bears a tiny stinger, while the vaguely humanoid head has protruding mandibles and antennae. The Shimmerlings are drawn to other souls and attempt to drain the energy of their victims; mechanically speaking, Shimmerlings that can attach themselves to a victim will drain him of Willpower, if human, or Glamour, if changeling.
Character Sheet
Mental Attributes: Intelligence 1, Wits 3, Resolve 4
Physical Attributes: Strength 1, Dexterity 5, Stamina 1
Social Attributes: Presence 1, Manipulation 1, Composure 2
Mental Skills: None
Physical Skills: Brawl 4, Stealth 5
Social Skills: None
Merits: None
Willpower: 6
Virtue: Hope
Vice: Envy
Initiative: 7
Defense: 3
Speed: 12 (species factor 10)
Health: Four yard swarm (see sidebar)
Wyrd: 3
Contracts: Darkness ••, Goblin Contract: Delayed Harm (•••)
Glamour/per Turn: 12/3
Armor: None
Weapons/Attacks:
| Type | Damage | Range | Dice Pool | Special |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feed | 0 | — | 9 | Ignores Defense |
Fae Aspects
- Feed: Descending upon their victims in a swirling mass, Shimmerlings attempt to drain energy. This requires physical contact with the target. Roll Dexterity + Brawl, ignoring the target’s Defense. If the attack is successful, on the following turn the Shimmerlings may feed from their target as an instant action. Roll Resolve + Wyrd versus the target’s Resolve + Wyrd. For each success the Shimmerlings accrue on the roll the target is drained of one point of Glamour or one point of Willpower.
References
- CTL: Dancers in the Dusk, p. 115-117
