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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Mort" data-source="post: 8626132" data-attributes="member: 762">IMO, one reason the first interaction (of sorts) with Big John worked so well is because it wasn't a rescue, it was a mystery/plot hook. Most groups LOVE plot hooks. And at the same time most groups HATE DM PCs - especially ones who they see as stealing their thunder.So the trick, as mentioned above, is to be VERY spare in the use of Big John - best if he's not seen as some kind of DM PC but as enigmatic presence that may or may not be an actual ally to the group. And when/if he actually becomes a recognized ally he shouldn't be some completely unattainable near demigod.To that end, I wouldn't make him some 20th level (basically demigod) superhero. He can be a mid level retired adventurer (so well above the PCs current status) and still easily be the town "guardian angel."But as a mid level guy, after a few adventures, for example, you can even have the PCs be in a position where the plot hook is saving Big John because he got in over his head and now needs help.Just some thoughts.</blockquote>