Here are the peeps that will help you in your journey, in exchange for a few coins.
Gareld :
An alchemist, well known for being able to dilute potions, making them less powerful but very cost efficient, resource-wise.
He also have regular potions, but since his... unfortunate transformation, they have a small side effect.
Some unique potions can only be obtained by him, like resistance potions, haste potions, or the way more powerful Mighty Glacier Brew and Glass Cannon Brew.
Solana :
A very talented craftswoman, able to process metals with an efficiency only machines can compete with.
She may or may not offer you tool heads as well, depending on how much you will help the Codex gather informations about monsters.
Whurgaem :
Long-time miner, he can sell you early-game ores.
Vorbani :
A mutated wolf, whose origins remain unknown. Manager of "The Raging Zombie", his tavern.
Have an interesting variety of brews, and is a good cook as well.
Katherine :
She is the brain of this village. Bring empty batteries to her, and she will recharge them.
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