Shem -1

is a robotic member of the Barathrumites faction and an inhabitant of. They are a modified.

Character
Shem -1 is one of many chromelings that inhabit Grit Gate. Unlike other chromelings, however, Shem -1 is named and is capable of speech, and distinguishes themselves from other chromelings by wearing a large coat made of scrap metal, which is welded to their body. Shem -1 claims that they were called "Shem 2" when first created by "Father and friends", but eventually realized that they were "not what [they] could be", and "downgraded" themselves 3 times, hence their current title.

Shem -1 appears to be naive and childlike in nature; however, they also seem to be generally insouciant, and when asked if they are concerned about their downgrading, they simply reply: "It's unclear to me that I should be."

Shem -1 seems to enjoy being read to, as they will sometimes ask the player if they would like to read them a story, and mentions that does so on occasion.

states that Shem -1 has "such a wider view of the world" than the other Barathrumites.

Combat
Shem -1 begins neutral to the player, but will become hostile if the player attacks them or any Barathrumites in view of them. They can also become hostile if the player's reputation with the Barathrumites falls low enough.

Shem -1 is nearly identical to a normal chromeling, and like them always comes equipped with a, slotted with a zone tier based energy cell at 100% charge, which they will utilize in combat. The stun rod is a cudgel weapon that deals damage and has a 25% chance to stun a target for  rounds. Shem -1 also attacks with their, a natural axe weapon that deals damage.

Unlike other chromelings, Shem -1 has a Quickness value of 150, allowing them to perform almost all actions significantly faster.

Trivia

 * It's pronounced "Shem negative one".