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:

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.