Orphan-Grinders are one of the Shades in Orpheus, one of the last revealed in the metaplot. Those who become Orphan-Grinders are former Spectres who have somehow had their humanity triggered, giving them Vitality and allowing them to separate themselves from the hive-mind. They still possess some Spectral contact if they so desire through their Horrors. Second, they have no Shade restrictions and can take any other Shade they so desire; however, a non-Orphan Grinder may not learn any Orphan-Grinder Horrors unless they become one themselves.