"Sidekicks & Support Staff"

[Driddle]

Any word yet on this WotC product? I hear it's supposed to address "support character" issues...
* Cohorts - numbers of cohorts, personalities, etc.
* Animals - how to deal with non-magical training and upkeep.
* Familiars et al - paladin mounts and ranger companions included.
* Hirelings - what sort of service will a gold piece buy? From sages to prostitutes.

 

[JoeGKushner]

Haven't heard of it before but if it's a real product, sounds sweet. I've often though that it was time for an 'official' book that covered familias and other companions. We've had at least three third party books on it (Mongoose, Dark Quest, and Troll Lords), so this should be a good thing.