NPCs

NPCs, or "non-player characters," are characters who are controlled and roleplayed by the GM, as opposed to the "player characters" controlled by players. They may be allies, who assist player characters by buying and selling goods, assigning Bounties, or safeguarding a Sanctuary, neutral parties with their own goals and agendas, or villains who actively hinder player characters and may even be defeated for an award of XP. NPCs may be encountered during the course of Adventuring or during Downtime. Players who effectively roleplay these encounters may be awarded bonus XP at the GM's discretion. Information on important NPCs may be found in their individual articles or at the List of NPCs.