• Species: ExoHuman
• Born: 2604 aboard the Last Frontier
• Affiliation: Jane Mendoza Gang, Hand in the Department for Robbery, Manslaughter, Kidnapping, and Extortion
• Place of Residence: Jane Mendoza Gang's Headquarters

Bastien Sorensen was born aboard the Last Frontier to a mixed French-Danish family. As a youth, Bastien showed natural athleticism, excelling in physical tasks and developing agility that set him apart from his peers. Seeking freedom from the structured life within the Federal Confederation’s rigid society on VOI 700 D, he found his way into the Jane Mendoza Gang, where his physical prowess made him a valuable asset.

Although new to the gang, Bastien’s keen aptitude for navigating tight spaces and his impressive reflexes made him a promising recruit. Recognized for his potential in hostage-taking—a task that requires precise timing and control—he was assigned to the Department for Robbery, Manslaughter, Kidnapping, and Extortion. Currently, Bastien is working under the guidance of more experienced gang members, learning the intricacies of high-stakes hostage operations.

• Job Title: Hostage Specialist (Junior)

Responsibilities:

• Participates in kidnapping and hostage-taking missions, primarily in a supporting role
• Observes and learns from senior members, focusing on negotiation tactics and crowd control
• Acts as a scout and agile operator during ambushes, using his athletic skills to quickly secure perimeters and contain targets
• Takes part in training exercises to refine his approach to handling hostages with minimum risk

• Traits: Agile, ambitious, disciplined
• Behavior: Bastien is quick to follow orders and is highly observant, taking in the methods and techniques of senior gang members. Though reserved, he is eager to prove himself and often pushes his physical limits to meet the gang’s expectations.
• Values: Bastien respects the gang’s chain of command and is loyal, seeing his role as an opportunity to advance and gain more independence. He values efficiency and control, aiming to one day lead his own operations.

• Height: 1.82 meters
• Build: Athletic and flexible, with a lean, muscular physique ideal for agility-based tasks
• Appearance: Bastien has light brown hair, sharp green eyes, and a quiet intensity in his expression. His movements are precise and cat-like, allowing him to slip in and out of locations almost undetected. His clothing is chosen for practicality, designed to allow silent, unrestricted movement.

While not yet a seasoned fighter, Bastien relies on agility and precision, favoring quick, disabling strikes to control his targets.

• Armor Class (AC): 13 (light armor optimized for agility)
• Hit Points (HP): 60

Actions:

• 1. Federal Stun Gun: Carries a Federal Stun Gun to disable targets, a favored tool in hostage situations. | Effect: Target must succeed on a Constitution save or be stunned for 1 turn
• 2. Grapple: With his athletic build, Bastien can swiftly subdue a target, making escape difficult. | Effect: Grapples the target, preventing them from moving until they succeed on a Strength check

Special Abilities:

• Cat’s Reflexes: Bastien has advantage on Dexterity checks, especially when evading attacks or obstacles.
• Beginner’s Luck: When attempting new or challenging actions related to hostage-taking or securing an ambush, Bastien can reroll one failed skill check per mission (once per long rest).

Bastien is eager to advance within the Jane Mendoza Gang, viewing his role in the Department for Robbery, Manslaughter, Kidnapping, and Extortion as a stepping stone toward more leadership responsibilities. His ultimate goal is to refine his skills in hostage-taking and become a trusted lead in high-profile missions, developing a reputation as a reliable, skilled operator.

Bastien Sorensen’s agility and eagerness make him a dynamic character in encounters. Although still a beginner in hostage operations, his Cat’s Reflexes and Beginner’s Luck can give him an unexpected advantage, allowing him to slip away from tricky situations or gain a momentary upper hand. As a “Hand,” Bastien is a useful side character who brings flexibility and tactical support. Dungeon Masters can use him to reflect the complexity of gang dynamics, with Bastien’s ambition and potential for growth providing players with opportunities for both conflict and mentorship.

• Ralar Region
• Jane Mendoza Gang
• Valen "Grim" Radoslav (Department Head)