Important NPCs of
Free Quebec
Important NPCs for Free Quebec
There are several NPCs who are important to the Free Quebec campaign. These characters have a unique relationship with the PCs; some are allies, some are antagonists. Each NPC has a clear motivation which impacts motivations in the campaign. While all NPCs allow for the flavor of any campaign, only the NPCs listed below have had a clear impact upon the characters as reoccurring opportunities to move the plot along or distinct personalities which left an impression upon the players.
Staff Sergeant Jacob Anderson
Human male unprincipled Free Quebec technical officer 3
Born in 85 P.A., in Whykin, Missouri, Anderson moved to CS Iron Heart with his family at a young age, settling in the City of Iron. Anderson grew up in a close-knit family that instilled in him the values of hard work, perseverance, and integrity. His father, a survivor of Coalition States expansion in North America, and his mother worked tirelessly to provide a better future for their children. Anderson’s upbringing in the Coalition States era shaped his perspective on freedom and the sacrifices necessary to preserve it. He attended Poigne de Fer High School, where he was known for his quiet demeanor, strong work ethic, and affinity for sports. Anderson’s peers admired him for his kindness and sense of responsibility. After graduating, he enlisted with the Coalition Military, driven by a sense of duty during the beginning of the conflict between Chi-Town and Free Quebec. Anderson was deployed to Free Quebec front, helping maintain robot vehicles and SAMAS units. The Free Quebec conflict was one of the most challenging conflicts in Coalition history, marked by its intense guerrilla warfare, harsh tundra conditions, and complex geopolitical stakes. Despite these difficulties, Anderson served with distinction, earning the respect and admiration of his fellow Coalition soldiers for his bravery and leadership, but his compassion was with the fledgling Free Quebec state and their efforts to continue resisting the more powerful Coalition war machine. Going AWOL, Anderson took his chances with Free Quebec and was met with open arms by his new comrades. Finding his skillset for repairing SAMAS power armor in high demand, Anderson found his way to Fort Valjean Recce where Col. Decker gave him responsibility over maintaining Yankee Company’s new wing of Violator SAMAS power armor. Officially assigned to Lt. Rommel and Blue Fox squad, Anderson has become quickly known as the running a repair bay with a quick turnaround record. When not servicing SAMAS, Anderson has also made a connection with Sgt. McGwire, providing him contraband from either side of the enemy lines.
Captain George Barachois
Human male aberrant (former Coalition States) military specialist 6
A distinguished officer in the Coalition Army, George Barachois had a career marked by both commendable service and significant controversy. Born in 71 P.A., Barachois embarked on a military journey that spanned over three decades, during which he held pivotal roles and received numerous accolades. He was commissioned into the Coalition Military in 90 P.A. Demonstrating exceptional leadership and dedication, he rose through the ranks, undertaking various command and staff positions. His commitment to duty and operational excellence earned him recognition, including receiving two Iron Stars in 98 P.A. and 107 P.A. Throughout his career, Barachois was entrusted with significant responsibilities. He commanded combat tours in the Xiticix Territory and Tolkien, where his leadership was instrumental in various operations. His strategic acumen led to promotion to Colonel, and his appointment as the director of strategy for Strategic Command, an organization comprising special forces and intelligence units. In this capacity, he played a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of the C.S.’s defense initiatives. In 109 P.A., Barachois's career faced a significant setback due to allegations of misconduct. While leading a military delegation in C.S. Iron Heart, he engaged in inappropriate behavior towards a female colleague during a social event. The incident involved unwanted physical advances, and the behavior was captured on video, highlighting the severity of the misconduct. After pleading guilty at his court martial proceeding where he was demoted to Captain, more women came forward with similar stories. He was dismissed from the Army, marking a precipitous fall from grace for the once-prominent officer, underscoring the military's commitment to upholding high standards of conduct. Not content to live his life out as a civilian, Barachois connected with several ex-military groups convincing them that the instability of the Free Quebec situation might lead to opportunities of power in former Canada. Using his insights in the Coalition military, a fully outfitted Death’s Head transport was stolen, giving Barachois the firepower to become a man of importance again.
Major Samuel Carpenter
Human male scrupulous Free Quebec RPA pilot 6
Considered an influential military strategist in Free Quebec military, Samuel Carpenter is a figure whose ideas have had a profound impact on military doctrine, aviation design, and decision-making processes. Born 67 P.A. in Chi-Town, Carpenter's career and intellectual contributions are a testament to the power of innovation, critical thinking, and relentless pursuit of excellence. After graduating from high school, Carpenter enlisted in the C.S. Army. Following his time of service, he attended the University of Chi-Town, earning a degree in economics before rejoining the military in the newly established SAMAS power armor wing. Call sign “Lefty”, Carpenter's early military career was marked by his passion for flying and his exceptional aptitude for aerial combat, eventually earning the rank of colonel. He served as a SAMAS pilot defending the Coalition States, flying a power armor that would become central to his later theories on air combat. When the conflict arose between the C.S. and Quebec, Carpenter spoke for a softer means of dealing with his allies in the north rather than the saber-rattling of Coalition war hawks. Looking to silence him, his rivals trumped up political charges, bringing evidence of “loving mutants”, a history of refusing to kill unarmed combatants. With the prospect of facing an extensive prison sentence, Carpenter fled to Europe, becoming a military advisor to the New German Republic, later connecting with the Triax design team responsible for creating a new prototype SAMAS power armor. His years of military experience and tactical theories provided a scientific basis for analyzing the performance of power armor in air combat, challenging traditional notions of warfare and strategy, shifting the focus from sheer firepower to the ability to outthink and outmaneuver opponents. Several years in Europe did not diminish his longing for home and family, and as the conflict with Quebec intensified, Carpenter returned to North America and used his last connections with the Coalition to move his family north to Free Quebec. Accepting a commission as a major with the Free Quebec military, Carpenter accepted the command of Yankee Company, comprised mostly of Violator SAMAS units, the power armor whose design he influenced.
Colonel John Decker
Human male scrupulous Free Quebec military specialist 9
as commander of the Fort Valjean Recce, he coordinates his Glitter Boy forces with SAMAS squads.
Gerald & Tomas Gagnon
Human male miscreant smugglers 3
crime runs in the family, no matter what multiverse they exist in, henchmen to Johnny Redcap.
Major James Hanelin
Human male aberrant Free Quebec special forces 5
base liaison for Le Surete du Quebec (national security agency), send teams for mission assignments.
Corporal Leonora Hortaléz
Human female anarchist Free Quebec RPA pilot 2
Call-sign "Hemlock", assigned to Blue Fox squad, she is more known for her off-base exploits than battlefields.
Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Javert
Human male aberrant Free Quebec special forces 8
operations officer for the Quebec Military Intelligence (QMI), and special contact for Sgt. McGuire.
Corporal Chas Kaminski
Human male scrupulous Free Quebec RPA pilot 2
Call-sign "Thumper", assigned to Blue Fox squad, he is willing to do the grunt work for his team.
Victor Kuryak
Human male aberrant rogue scholar 5
former member of the Church of Holy Fire, he found Nouveau-Quebec with the opportunity to rule on his own.
Sergeant David Leason
Human male unprincipled Free Quebec cyborg soldier 3
Call-sign "Cowboy", although he is encased in an Imprimer class cyborg system, this "native" of C.S. Lone Star still enjoys sporting a cowboy hat to make sure "folks don't mistake him for another borg."
Red Wolf Squad
Free Quebec elite SAMAS wing (scrupulous)
in constant competition with Blue Fox, this group is led by Lt. West and brings glory to the free citizens of Quebec.
Johnny Redcap
Human male diabolic shifter 5
irrational and evil, his corruption includes necromancy and secretly selling demon-possessed power armor.
Annuler Retour
Human male aberrant vagabond 3
tired of struggling to exist, he connect with Nouveau-Quebec and looks to obtain real power for himself.
1st Lieutenant Ryan West
Human male scrupulous Free Quebec RPA pilot 3
Call-sign "Hoover", he is the leader of Red Wolf squad, but grates at how Rommel succeeds while skating over protocol.
"Staff Sergeant Jacob Anderson" by Stjep Lukac, "Captain George Barachois" by Mohamed Saadar, "Major Samuel Carpenter" by Ekaterina Kurenkova, "Colonel John Decker" by Leizy Zet, "Gerald & Tomas Gagnon" by Yvan Quinet, "Major James Hanelin" by Alastair Duncan, "Corporal Leonora Hortaléz" by Alastair Duncan, "Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Javert" by Rex Salazar, "Corporal Chas Kaminski" by Vincent Lefevre, "Victor Kuryak" by Alastair Duncan, "Sergeant David Leason" by Anna Kazantseva, "Red Wolf Squad" by RPG Dynamite, "Johnny Redcap" by Joana Rita Gomes, "Annuler Retour" by Sebastian Ariza, "1st Lieutenant Ryan West" by Luca Oleastri
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