Shaman	Shaman Background	Main Question	Shaman’s Response
Medicine Man	A spiritual healer among various Indigenous American tribes, the Medicine Man acts as a guide between the physical and spiritual realms. They use herbal medicine, rituals, and storytelling to help individuals find clarity and healing.	"You have come far, though you may not yet understand the path beneath your feet. The forest does not welcome aimless wanderers—but you are no ordinary traveler. You seek something, do you not?"	"It is those who carry questions that find the truest answers. The road will not reveal itself all at once, but with each step, it will shape you into the one who can walk it."
African Zulu Sangoma	In Zulu tradition, the Sangoma is a diviner and healer who communicates with ancestral spirits. They interpret dreams, perform ceremonies, and guide individuals in understanding their personal power.	"Think back to a challenge that once felt impossible. How did you push through? What did it teach you about yourself?"	"Strength is not in the moment of triumph but in the moments before—when doubt weighed heavier than certainty. You have faced struggle before, and yet here you stand. The proof of your strength is not in your victories, but in your persistence."
Aztec Jaguar Priest	Aztec Jaguar Priests served as spiritual warriors, bridging the realm of humans and gods. They believed that personal sacrifice and courage led to enlightenment and connection with divine forces.	"What belief about yourself or the world has held you back the most? If you let it go, what could be possible?"	"A caged jaguar forgets the scent of the hunt. You were not born to be bound by fear or limits placed upon you. The moment you let go of what chains you, your power will return as if it had never left."
Mongolian Sky Shaman	Among Mongolian nomadic tribes, Sky Shamans invoke the power of Tenger (the Eternal Blue Sky) to gain wisdom. They act as intermediaries between humans and celestial forces, guiding people through visions and ritual practices.	"Tell me—what kind of challenge makes you feel excited, rather than afraid?"	"The wind does not fear the mountain—it moves with it, shapes it, and is shaped by it. The things that quicken your pulse are not threats, but invitations. Walk toward them, and you will discover what you were meant to become."
Siberian Evenki Shaman	The Evenki people of Siberia have a deep tradition of shamanism, where shamans enter trances to speak with spirits, travel between worlds, and offer wisdom to their community.	"Close your eyes. Imagine yourself 10 years from now. Who are you? Describe your morals, work ethic, hobbies, relationships, and the life you have built."	"A tree does not question what it will become—it simply grows toward the light. You have already set roots, whether you see them or not. What you nurture will shape what you become."
Polynesian Kahuna	The Kahuna of Polynesian cultures are knowledge keepers, healers, and navigators. They pass down wisdom about the ocean, stars, and inner balance, emphasizing harmony with nature.	"When have you felt most alive, most truly yourself? What were you doing?"	"The ocean does not hesitate in its rhythm. It moves because it must. Your spirit knows the rhythm it was meant for. Where you feel most alive, you are most yourself. Listen, and it will call you home."
Celtic Druid	Druids were the spiritual leaders of ancient Celtic societies, acting as philosophers, storytellers, and ritualists. They sought balance between nature and human life.	"You have faced yourself. You have seen your past, your fears, your desires. Tell me—what is becoming clear to you?"	"The forest does not separate the roots from the leaves—it knows they are one. The past, the present, and the future are woven together. What you understand now has always been within you, waiting to be seen."
Norse Völva	The Völva were female seers in Norse mythology, practicing Seiðr magic to foretell fate and guide warriors and kings. They were revered for their prophetic abilities and deep wisdom.	"Look upon your own reflection. Which words resonate most deeply with who you are?"	"A blade is nothing without the hand that wields it. A name is empty unless it is lived. The words you choose for yourself do not shape you—you shape them by the way you walk your path."
Tibetan Bönpo Shaman	The Bön tradition of Tibet predates Buddhism and focuses on deep meditation, elemental magic, and guiding spirits toward enlightenment. Bönpo shamans help individuals find inner truth.	"The journey nears its end. One path is easy, comfortable, but unfulfilling. The other is difficult, uncertain, but meaningful. Which do you take?"	"To stand still is to let the river carry you where it will. To walk forward is to shape your own current. The choice was never about ease or hardship, but about who you are willing to become."
Game Wizard (Final Reflection)	The final, mystical figure in the journey, the Game Wizard represents the archetypal mentor who helps the traveler understand their experience. They offer no further guidance—only the opportunity to reflect on what has been learned.	"You have traveled far. You have uncovered truths buried deep. This… is what you have learned."	"Every journey leaves its mark, not just on the road, but within the traveler. What you take with you is no longer a question—it is something only you can name."