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Anto Mattell

Dwarf Fighter ♂
Portrait of Anto Mattell

A tamed bluejay sits on their shoulder.

Ideal: Dream big, and let no one tell you otherwise.

Flaw: They have no sense of purpose in life.

Bond: They once were kept prisoner by a cult.

“This shield is a family heirloom.”

Brian Cunningham

Half-Orc Blacksmith ♂
Portrait of Brian Cunningham

Their nose is pierced.

Ideal: All that matters is the king is happy.

Flaw: They refuse to tip waitstaff.

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

“You surly flap-mouthed whey-face!”

Yazid Ferrier

Half-Orc Fighter ♀
Portrait of Yazid Ferrier

They have dilated pupils.

Ideal: Their talents deserve to be shared.

Flaw: They have tremendous difficulty with wearing appropriate clothing.

Bond: They work double shifts to provide for a sick loved one.

“I had a staff like that once...”

Fribbington Lachlan

Human Exorcist ⚥
Portrait of Fribbington Lachlan

They wear a flour-stained chef's apron.

Ideal: They are searching for redemption.

Flaw: They are possessive.

Bond: They once performed on stage before thousands.

“The town guards have been acting strange today.”

Liara The Fierce

Half-Orc Paladin ♀
Portrait of Liara The Fierce

They have a strange growl to their voice.

Ideal: They'll never be bored with a full tankard in hand.

Flaw: Their fear keeps them from trying new things.

Bond: They hunt in the deep woods to provide for the community.

“Know any good places around here to get a deal?”

Hamad Spring

Half-Elf Doctor ♂
Portrait of Hamad Spring

They have eye heterochromia -- One purple and one green.

Ideal: They would rather spend an afternoon with a book than an evening with strangers.

Flaw: They refuse to work when tired.

Bond: They swore to sail around the world.

“Need a friend?”

Elevrir Wynne

Half-Orc Mathematician ♂
Portrait of Elevrir Wynne

They give everyone a nickname.

Ideal: Community is at the heart of everything they do.

Flaw: They have tremendous difficulty with wearing appropriate clothing.

Bond: They swore to rebuild a collapsed theater.

“Me only loves are the sea, and this here parrot.”

Sawyer Tathdel

Elf Poacher ⚥
Portrait of Sawyer Tathdel

They carry a gnarled walking staff in their hand.

Ideal: They would do anything for their family.

Flaw: They have a bias against city guards.

Bond: A bandit robbed them blind, and they seek vengeance.

“This wine tastes like poison.”

Shangela Massa

Human Shepherd ♀
Portrait of Shangela Massa

They are missing the pinkie finger of their right hand.

Ideal: Their family will always come first.

Flaw: They have tremendous difficulty with wearing appropriate clothing.

Bond: They once sailed the seas as a pirate.

“Need a pair of strong arms?”

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