Julian Heller was an immortal who made his living as a physician. In 1643 he worked as a doctor in the Black Forest. The law at that time stated only priests and doctors could treat patients, and it was from this he effectively cornered the market. To assure his monopoly, he arrested the local wise woman who provided midwifery to those who would not be seen by others, he assistant at the time was the immortal Amanda. Both were accused of being witches, although they had only helped in childbirth. Susanne was brought to the stake, and Amanda tried to buy her life, promising Heller her stash of jewels. He assured her he'd find them after she was dead. The pyre was lit, and Amanda pulled away and shot the healer with a crossbow, to spare her a painful death. She then, stole a horse and