Johann

Type: Faction NPC Race: Shadowman  Alignment: Diabolical

Johann Welter von Hellland (pronounced Yo-han Vel-ter von Hell-lond) is a shadowman assassin that works for the Demon Prince Copernicus in Central. He speaks with a light Wheytlander accent. He is quite tall with well groomed black hair, and often wears fancy suspenders. It is a well known secret that he acquires his massive wealth from retainer fro mthe Legion.

Copernicus' Legion
Johann was originally an assassin and spy for one of the Prince's many Dukes until he came to the notice of even the Prince himself after assassinating the Angel Prior Daniel in his citadel in the Church District. His career as an assassin was short lived, as the Prince came to value his vast intellect and acumen over his stealthful blade. Johann spends much of his time recruiting agents for the Legion, being even able to recruit the banker Nero to guard the Legion's wealth.

Johann in Combat
Combat with Johann can be difficult because of his ability to escape through shadows to his various safe houses. He has Great stealth, and will often try to deceive his foes in combat by tricking them and then springing sneak attacks to weaken his foes. He fights with a dueling rapier with which he is ranked Good. Johann is also not above bribing enemies or offering information or his services in return for being left alone.