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Sophie Barrow

Gnome Ranger ♀
Portrait of Sophie Barrow

Their complexion is deeply tanned from the sun.

Ideal: They only feel alive when walking through untamed wilderness.

Flaw: They retreat when confronted.

Bond: They swore to rebuild a collapsed theater.

“Is it cold in here or is it me?”

Lincoln Harber

Elf Mage ♂
Portrait of Lincoln Harber

They wear the heraldry of a rival nation.

Ideal: They are drawn to walk the wilderness and help those they find.

Flaw: They run at the first sign of violence.

Bond: They swore to overthrow a corrupt official.

“A coin in the pocket is better than three in someone else's.”

Hugo Roderick

Dwarf Wizard ♂
Portrait of Hugo Roderick

They flirt with everyone they meet.

Ideal: The true path to power is a deal with the devil.

Flaw: They are too forward.

Bond: They secretly wish to run away to the deep forest.

“Ah, where to begin in my tale...”

Luce Scott

Elf Leatherworker ♀
Portrait of Luce Scott

Their breath reeks of alcohol.

Ideal: They only feel alive when dancing.

Flaw: They constantly search for their next drink.

Bond: A wizard turned a loved one to stone, and they seek vengeance.

“Gimme a swift steed and I'll make it to the king by sundown.”

Aviad Nozzlenuck

Gnome Refugee ♂
Portrait of Aviad Nozzlenuck

They are illiterate.

Ideal: They would do anything to learn how to heal.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about alcohol.

Bond: They will do whatever it takes to promote harmony with nature.

“Have you heard about Sheera the bard?”

Ruby Moonvalley

Half-Elf Noble ♀
Portrait of Ruby Moonvalley

Their nose whistles sofly as they breathe.

Ideal: War only benefits the wealthy.

Flaw: They constantly obsess of how others think of them.

Bond: They swore to bring a known assassin to justice.

“I heard the prince is getting married.”

Ricon Birchfall

Gnome Lead Servant ♂
Portrait of Ricon Birchfall

They are always cold.

Ideal: They inform their decisions from historical precedents.

Flaw: They burp loudly during inopportune moments.

Bond: A neighbor taught them a meaningful lesson.

“This wine tastes like pig piss.”

Zaeim Faelyn

Dwarf Charcoal Burner ♂
Portrait of Zaeim Faelyn

They wear an apprentice's robes.

Ideal: Anything is possible with courage.

Flaw: They are shameless.

Bond: They will do whatever it takes to prove they are the quickest.

“So you can cast a few spells? Big deal!”

Parker Deverin

Gnome Cobbler ⚥
Portrait of Parker Deverin

They are always rude.

Ideal: The true path to power is a keen mind.

Flaw: They are obsessed with joining a devil-worshipping cult.

Bond: Their rival used to be their best friend.

“I've got a heart-song and I gotta sing!”

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