Mal could really use some input from the GM.  Although I have been mostly self-directed for the last two years, that is starting to pale a little bit.  I would prefer a bit more than ooc hinting. 

The young lady who followed me through shadow was interesting ... but then got forgotten when the game slowed.
What I really need is someone who can challenge Mal with a plot that lets me use my strengths - warfare, endurance, strength.  Not a magical/pattern mystery ( that is what I have sisters for  ).  I wouldn't mind a Chaos Lord or two to tangle with, but with this barrier up ( even though Mal doesn't know about it ) that isn't really feasible.  Beyond Chaos Lords, I am at a real loss for opponents who can go toe to toe with and challenge Mal.  I don't really want to use siblings, because someone is going to wind up losing.  No fun for whoever comes out on the bottom.