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Bernie Quaresh

Half-Orc Ranger ⚥
Portrait of Bernie Quaresh

They have a piercing gaze.

Ideal: The only constant in this world is suffering.

Flaw: They always obey the law.

Bond: They swore to be generous with their wealth.

“Wow, this tavern sure does have a lot of rats in the basement.”

Hiaenna Wood

Tiefling Tattooist ♀
Portrait of Hiaenna Wood

They wear hand-me-down clothing that is two sizes too small.

Ideal: Charity start at home.

Flaw: They constantly obsess over money issues.

Bond: They spent years in the world's most famous prison.

“And they were never heard from again...”

George Greenflower

Elf Biologist ♂
Portrait of George Greenflower

Their hair constantly moves as if floating underwater.

Ideal: The true path to power is overwhelming strength.

Flaw: They never follow orders.

Bond: They swore to find the recipe to make the ultimate healing salve.

“She is a five-headed cheat.”

Emily Michaels

Half-Elf Messenger ♀
Portrait of Emily Michaels

They talk with a lisp.

Ideal: They hold total respect for their family.

Flaw: They covet the attention of the crowd.

Bond: The Cardinal Tree has been taken from their people; they will reclaim it!

“They say the last innkeeper was buried alive! She was making eyes at the regent's daughter.”

Rebecca Selwyn

Tiefling Pawn Shop Owner ♀
Portrait of Rebecca Selwyn

They have a wandering eye.

Ideal: They only feel alive when creating brand-new alchemy recipes.

Flaw: They are so absent minded they miss simple details.

Bond: They secretly wish to join the circus.

“Have you heard about John the carpenter?”

Bernie Winterheart

Halfling Pastry Chef ⚥
Portrait of Bernie Winterheart

They wear a beautiful jade bracelet on their right hand.

Ideal: They only feel alive when breaking the law.

Flaw: They are judgemental.

Bond: They hunt in the night to provide for their community.

“It's been ages since I've been to the coast, but I'd love to go there again someday.”

Charlie Knight

Dwarf Surgeon ⚥
Portrait of Charlie Knight

Their long jet black hair is tied into a tight bun.

Ideal: Nothing is worth dying for.

Flaw: They react with violence if any oppose their views.

Bond: They will do whatever it takes to become rich.

“This is the ugliest inn I've ever seen!”

Lee Reece

Human Cleric ♂
Portrait of Lee Reece

They have soft blue eyes.

Ideal: They dream of travelling to far of places.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about animals.

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

“Has anyone seen my dog today?”

Katherine Moonblossom

Elf Street Artist ♀
Portrait of Katherine Moonblossom

They walk on crutches

Ideal: They dream of everlasting glory.

Flaw: They are withdrawn.

Bond: They swore to never be caught with their guard down.

“Who? Me? What's going on?”

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