I was looking for Mass Effect demotivational posters when I came across a Nihlus poster that described him basically as a Sacrificial Lamb - which is quite true. The poster came from Tv T, and apparently was the page image for this article, but was removed some time ago. What's weird is: Mass Effect is not listed here (or, not listed here anymore). Anyone know if this is intentional? AFAIK Nihlus fits the description perfectly...

Terry Prachett, when killing a bystander, often spends a paragraph or two describing this person's life and personality. And then have them meet Death. Often you're pretty sure this person is going to die from the way they're first mensioned. Does this count?