Since we are somewhat on the subject of lost characters; I had a first just the other day. My new single player campaign to try out Gift Bag #4, and all is well. I start a fight with the 4 Reds guarding the fortress gate at Joy, and the battle drifts over to Ifan's corner. He has not thought to gear up during his stay; 1 crit arrow & 2 swings later, the Wolf is no more. I have never (legitimately) accidentally lost an extra companion. Normally I arrange 'accidents' for NPCs, but this was dumb luck. I actually did not have a chance to heal him. I'm now going to see if I can lure Griff's gang up near the statue by Lohse.
