Wanderer

Grew up

moving from planet to planet. Wanderer is a Soul, a kind of parasite that inhabits other species’ bodies as their own. The average Soul tries out two different planets before settling, but Wanderer has tried eight so far – hence her name.

Living

on Earth, in the body of a human named Melanie. Because of Wanderer’s experience and capability, she was given a particularly difficult host, a “wild” human who tried to kill herself rather than be inhabited. Usually when a Soul is implanted, the host’s memories and personality disappear, but Wanderer's new host is proving to be very much alive and present.

Profession

none, really. Her experience and bravery in past lives has earned her respect among the Souls, and she teaches about the different species that she has encountered in her travels.

Interests

new species and personal connections. Wanderer is unusually well-traveled, mostly because of her appetite for new experiences and ways of living. She is often curious about what other people are thinking and wants to understand them fully.

Personality

polite, caring, and sweet. Wanderer may be a bold traveler, but her main priority is that other people are comfortable and happy with her around. Then again, most Souls offer love and acceptance to everyone, so perhaps Wanderer’s defining characteristic is her willingness to go against the grain.