It’s lonely living life as an outcast. Friends are few and far between, and you can seldom trust them. You, however, have found someone you can truly count on. Whether a pet from your mortal life you refused to abandon, an animal that befriended you, or even a reptile buddy you found wandering through the sewers, you have a loyal companion who always has your back. Build your Ardent Companion as a ghouled Animal Retainer with a Stock NPC rating of 7.