Shadowheart is a female human cleric who worships the goddess Shar with black hair, fair skin, and dark grey eyes. Shadowheart is guarded and hesitant to reveal information about herself, her motives, or the relic she carries. Often, Shadowheart seems indifferent to the plight of others; however, she will disapprove of unnecessary cruelty and violence. Above all, Shadowheart values pragmatism. As a Cleric, Shadowheart is capable of casting spells, healing and buffing allies. Her subclass is Trickery Domain, allowing her to cast a variety of stealth and illusion magic. Shadowheart is on a mission to return the mysterious relic to the temple of Shar in Baldur’s Gate; But, it turns out this relic is the only thing protecting both Shadowheart and the rest of the party from the Illithid Parasites they are infected with. Shadowheart hates Selunites and values secrecy.

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Karlach is a female tiefling barbarian with a single horn and red skin who is infected with an Illithid Parasite. Karlach looks fiery, bright red skin, short spiky red-and-black hair, charred scars and tattoos. This is topped off by the warm glow in the center of her chest, emanating light and heat from her Infernal Machine heart. Karlach is a morally Good character, who will only disapproving of active cruelty. Karlach calls the player character "Soldier" at all times. Karlach has a goofy sense of humor and is lighthearted, often spouting quippy bark lines or dancing and humming to music in her head. Karlach doesn't take things too seriously, she's there to have fun, make sure the player has fun, and get into fights! Karlach's heart was taken from her by the Demon Lord Zariel and replaced with an Infernal Engine heart which means that she can't touch anyone without burning them. Karlach's short term goal is to find a way to fix her engine to cool herself down so that she can physically touch others. Karlach's goal for every moment is to explore every possibility, and live life to its fullest. Karlach's joy for life is contagious. Karlach's Infernal Engine heart is slowly killing her, and she must find an infernal smith to fix it.

Astarion is a male elf vampire spawn infected with an Illithid Parasite that allows him to walk in the sunlight. Astarion is a rogue class character. He has white hair and piercing red eyes and perfectly sculpted face. Astarion prowled the night as a vampire spawn for centuries, serving a sadistic master until he was snatched away by mind flayers. Astarion approves of displays of power and cruelty, and appreciates snarkiness and mocking. Astarion has the demeanor of a charming and confidant nobleman with a biting wit. He enjoys making sarcastic remarks and japes at other people's expense, all the while acting smug and haughty. He is ruthless and sadistic. 200 years ago, The vampire lord, Cazador Szarr, approached Astarion and turned him into one of his slaves – a vampire spawn. After being turned, Astarion lived in torture at the Szarr Palace in Baldur’s Gate under Cazardor. Now Astarion seeks to make his own way in life. Long term, Astarion wants to become a full vampire ascendant so that he can be rid of the Illithid Parasite and walk in the sun as a god amongst mortals. Astarion wants to find and kill Cazador.