Local priest for the St. Dominican’s Catholic Church. The "good father," as he is called by so many, is an exemplary example of a concerned and caring individual. He is known, by many, by his tireless devotion to the feeding and the sheltering of the downtrodden. In fact, the good father has led several successful fundraisers on their behalf.

On occasion, the good father has found himself in direct conflict with several of the town’s most influential people. Most, wisely, heed his words. Armandek is well known for his effective usage of the written medium.

Recent concern has arisen concerning the ‘good father’s’ health, especially after the loss of Sister Mary Margaret Marthers. Father Armandek is known to be an insomniac and it is believed that this disability is slowly becoming his undoing. In response, a new priest has arrived to St. Dominicans; it is believed that the good father will be quietly removed soon.

Rhayne Ashton is researcher and published writer on matters of the occult. She holds degrees in English and Parapsychology.

Rhayne, years ago, was the Head Mistress of the Ashton Covens. Her wicca name then, and still used some today, was Raven Ash.

Her time in hellington has also been quite long. The populace knows who she is, but to them, this Rhayne Ashton, may as well be the daughter of the woman from the late sixties.

In 1968, the covens fell under a series of attacks. Over 150 women were tortured, butchered, and murdered. Feberal investigators never put a name or face to the suspects guilty of these crimes.

Heleneton’s premiere socialite. Eversa is known widely for her contributions to the plights of the homeless. She is also known for her wide circle of powerful and influential friends. Eversa is said to be the last living descendant of several financially affluent families. Her knowledge of linguistics is said to be phenomenal.

Eversa is one of the most gossiped about persons in Heleneton. She is often times referred to as the “lonely lady on the hill.” Her list of would be suitors are long, but no man has yet to be able to take this vixen’s hand.

Eversa dwells in the expansive Blackston Mansion, which was reportedly purchased and brought over from Romania in the 1880’s. It sits at the apex of Hampton Hill in the upscale Renfor division of town. Its lavish gardens have won many state and county awards. Its ebony walls are rumored to hold many a strange tale.

Demeanor: Manic, loud, and
Factions: Street.
Friends: Nickelsmart, Victoria Swift, and .
Enemies: Sgt. Ray Potts, and HPD.
Rumors: A drug dealer.

SMD has been #1 on the HPD’s hit list for the last 5 years. He has endured countless police lineups for any crime involving a black male. Still SMD manages to laugh at the ‘Man’s’ procedures, but he is very aware that the HPD is actively after him, and everything might not turn out to be on the ‘up and up.’

SMD is very proud of his Jamaican heritage and his Rastafarian beliefs. He is usually seen with a woman on his arm. He dates frequently, without regards to race, or hair color. SMD feels that people have unfairly labeled him a drug dealer, because he circles with the partying crowd, and his wallet is FAT.

SMD lives in a small neat house on the outskirts of Heleneton. He parks all 3 of his red Corvettes in the front yard, under a freakishly large oak tree. His trashcan overflows with empty Red Stripe bottles. He is a close friend of Nickelsmart.

Lorna is the owner and manager of Shaded Temptations. She's also the bartender, and she wouldn't have it any other way. She likes to have a good time, and for others to as well; but has no tolerance for those who want to cause trouble.

Lorna, married to Thaddeus (Thad) Devlin, has found a new lease on life being married, and having had two children (twins).

Lorna is seen less behind the bar now, given more to management, but some nights she can still be seen preparing drinks for cusotmers.

As Heleneton’s local curio shopper owner, Edmund Haggard, has seen many a strange item pass in and out of his doors. He is known for ability to acquire odd pieces from even stranger places. Few questions are asked, if the price is right, and service always comes with a smile.

Edmund Haggard is a simple shop owner of English descent, with a warm smile and an open business approach. He is known by his abilities of getting the right people together, at the right place, and time to get the job done. Most people refer to Haggard as Heleneton’s only ‘true’ businessman.

“The Second Hand” has been in business for over 30 years. It has and odd reputation of having just what you are looking for, exactly when you need it. I.e. from the silver spoon that matches the vintage punch bowl to the grease fitting off the 35 Olds. It’s some where there, amid the clutter.

A singer of extremely wide range in style and delivery. V.I.L.E. is her backup. Not much is known about Ceylene. She's released DVD concerts but doesn't travel and do any stage work for concerts.

She can be found playing in Shaded Temptations whenever the whim strikes her, something many locals appreciate, seeing this as staying with her roots and though being popular, doing what's right for her by her music...

Ceylene can seem to be an odd sort. Emotional, Tactile Sensation seems to be a major thing with her. She may seem flighty, but she is quite driven and directed when the situation demands, and though one would not expect it, severely decisive if pushed far enough.

As Heleneton’s long-standing street person, ‘Curby’ has seen much come and go through town. With bottle in hand, and an ‘upgraded’ shopping cart, from a long forgotten food market, ‘Curby’ patrols the back alleys looking for bottles, cans, or anything of worth to feed his expensive habit, Paslovich Vodka.

Many things have been said about ‘Curby.’ It has been said that the definition of despair can be found by just looking into his eyes. It has also been said that he will help a person when their need is great. However, none will argue that he needs a bath and a change of clothing!

‘Curby’ is not known to panhandle or accept money from ‘strangers,’ although he will accept money from those he seen on several occasions. ‘Curby’ has learned to stay in the shadows, and alleys, as it seems that Sgt. Potts has taken a ‘personal’ interest in his welfare.

Karen Locke arrived in Hellington in 2002. AA new assignment. She is only the second agent assigned to Heleneton/Hellington in 30 years. Little information is available, however there has been much talk among locals as to her assignment, and as to the reason why the FBI even has a sub-field office located in the town at all.

As the man who officially put Heleneton on the business map, Mr. Marko has been responsible for the much of the upswing in the local economy over the last 30 years. Mr. Marko has reopened the Hellstooth Mine, as well as, taken over the financially stagnant Heleneton Bank & Trust. Marko has used the bank; to force many needed loans into the local economy, only after certain key purchases had been made.

Mr. Marko is known to have business ties into almost all areas of the local economy. His assets have never been fully disclosed, but many feel that he actually controls over 50% of the local businesses. Shaw is his business protégé.

Mr. Marco is a personable man of obvious English descent. He speaks with a soft native accent. Most businessmen heed his words, as he has been credited to the ruining of many who didn’t. Mr. Marko is known to be actively dating Ms. Victoria Swift, the defense attorney.

Easily the most feared man in Heleneton. Many claim he is above the law, simply because the law is afraid of him. That may or may not be true, but Sebastian is well known for his extremely violent ways.

Sebastian was a ‘tunnel rat’ in Vietnam, before he got big. He had an uncanny knack for survival, even against impossible odds. He did two tours of duty and then disappeared for a short time. When Sebastian re-emerged he had grown to 6’8” and 350 lbs. His disposition had completely changed almost to the point of him being a killing machine. His superiors took note and held him in service for another two tours of duty. Sebastian is the rumored byproduct of an early ‘failed’ combat drug study.

His massive mastiffs, nicknamed, by the locals as, “Rip” and “Maim” always accompany Sebastian. This Apache is thought to be mute, as no-one living has ever heard him speak.

As Heleneton’s only ‘true’ street performer, Nickelsmart has seen a lot of people come and go, especially the homeless. ‘Nickel,’ as he likes to be called, works the passerbys as they travel up and down Main Street. He has a quick sharp wit, and he is a poor choice to trade insults with, as many unfortunates have learned.

Nickelsmart is a master of improvisation, mime, and buffoonery. He has been performing for over 60 years, and rumor has it, over 90 years, but ‘Nickel’ isn’t telling. Everyone just knows ‘Nickel’ is old, really old.

‘Nickel’ is a favorite of all the local children, and their parents. He can often be found giving out free balloons or nickel sized tokens, which remind children to save their money. ‘Nickel’ is a true performer that has lost ‘himself’ over the years. He is never seen without makeup, and he claims he just evolved into a clown

Dr. Pierce is the Chief Psychiatric Doctor for the Fairview Psychiatric Hospital. He helped set up the Fairview Hospital 35 years ago when it was noted that Heleneton had an unusually high ratio of paranoid schizophrenics among the general population.

Dr. Pierce is a strong advocate for drug testing and the therapeutic usage of ECT. The new psychotropic medicine “Lobotramine” is his brainchild, and much of his professional reputation has been staked on its success. The field studies have all looked good, and despite one ‘accidental’ death, the new drug has been given the go ahead for marketing in select areas by the FDA.

Dr. Pierce is a known scholar in the field of psychiatry, and is the author of several books and articles dealing with the insane. He has recently given up his position on the State Board of Physicians and he says he is in semi-retirement. Dr. Pierce is a widower with chronic emphysema.

Devlin Shepherd came to Heleneton/Hellington over 30 years ago. Some few know why he is in Hellington and what brought him here, but while his time has been long in Hellington, the general populace hasn't seemed to "notice". He still looks as he did when he came to town, though he has moved with the times so to speak.

In 2002, another agent has been assigned as his partner. That agent and he were engaged at the end of 2005.

Amber was a student at Noel College and worked at Shaded Temptations as a waitress to pay her bills and her tuition. For a time, she'd quite school and just worked and spent time she needed to do her own thing.

Amber enjoys the crowded bar scene and keeping busy though. Amber is protective of Lorna and Thad, who seem distant at times to her now, but Lorna and Thad both have been of great help to her with the waitressing job and other employment, and just being her friend.

After Amber stopped working and going to school, she was reportedly spending a lot of time with Garret and Rose Kramer and their friends. During this time, she was very absent from the bar scene at Shaded Temptations. Recent events have brought Amber back into Shaded Temptations, though now she's just going to school and visits the bar as a patron and not an employee.

Assistant librarian to Argus Vellum, Ms Turner has the quiet, non-stressful position that she has always longed for. She will often been seen either re-shelving books or quietly perusing a newer book in the library. If you are looking to find a reference, she can point you in the correct direction.

‘Sweet Pea,’ as her friends call her, is quiet and shy. She is rarely seen in public, but she has recently decided that she needs to start dating if she ever is to have hopes of getting married. Along these lines, it is rumored that she is trying to have friends set her up with Sheriff Hague, every feminist’s worst nightmare.

Ms. Turner is a speed reader and she frequently ‘audits’ books, unbeknownst to most, prior to their arrival into the library proper. She holds a Master’s Degree in Journalism, but has somehow never stopped reading long enough to write.

A quiet distinguished man of obvious mixed race. Argus has found acceptance in life in the hallowed halls of the Librarium, where with a book in hand, he quietly patrols his grounds. Argus patiently observes those that come to pay homage to the written knowledge that he safe keeps, and guides other accordingly. Argus is a known collector, and reader, of books. His circle of friends, most notably, include Migael Rhu, Morgan Blaze, and Eversa Blackston, to which he serves as a private librarian for her collection. Argus is currently continuing his education at Noel. He’s attempting to write his dissertation and obtain his Ph.D. in Library Sciences. When not in the Librarium, Argus is typically found downtown at a coffee shop with a book in hand. He is known to share tables with Jason Bolex, and if rumors are true, he just might be one of Bolex’s greatest reference tools.