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Edgar Rana

Halfling Hofmeister ♂
Portrait of Edgar Rana

They have an ornate nose ring.

Ideal: The true path to power is military strength.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about languages other than their own.

Bond: They once performed on stage before thousands.

“Noone ever thinks to thank me for all I do around here!”

Alys Ashfield

Human Sorcerer ♀
Portrait of Alys Ashfield

They flirt with everyone they meet.

Ideal: The only constant in this world is dropping toast butter-side down.

Flaw: They never tell the whole truth.

Bond: They are haunted by their past - literally!

“What ho!”

Mercy Weston

Dwarf Sorcerer ♀
Portrait of Mercy Weston

They overshare personal details.

Ideal: They dream of bringing the dead back to life.

Flaw: They have tremendous difficulty with respecting their elders.

Bond: They send money home to their loved ones.

“Food, ale, and a fire - what more could I want?”

Vivian Enola

Human Book Binder ♀
Portrait of Vivian Enola

They wear dark and gloomy clothing.

Ideal: Never lie - especially to yourself.

Flaw: They are obsessed with becoming an adventurer.

Bond: They abandoned their community to rescue a friend.

“Is it hot in here or is it me?”

Luthor Davis

Halfling Charcoal Burner ♂
Portrait of Luthor Davis

They wear the heraldry of a ancient lord.

Ideal: They seek the answer to unseating the gods.

Flaw: They are a perfectionist.

Bond: A neighbor revealed to them a dark secret.

“Thou art a striking young maiden.”

Pete Altharia

Halfling Taxidermist ♂
Portrait of Pete Altharia

They have their arm in a sling.

Ideal: They would do anything to become wealthy.

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

Bond: They swore to unlock an enchanted chest.

“The stars relay fell portents. Stay safe stranger.”

Riley Jordan

Tiefling Warlock ♀
Portrait of Riley Jordan

They have naturally dark eyes.

Ideal: They will do anything to secure their legacy.

Flaw: They have a bias against animals.

Bond: They will do whatever it takes to ensure their legacy survives.

“Adventure! That's what I want and that's what I'm gonna get!”

Celeste Selentia

Tiefling Woolwinder ♀
Portrait of Celeste Selentia

They wear a gold cameo of a man on their neck.

Ideal: They would do anything to ensure that a loved one survives disaster.

Flaw: They never follow orders.

Bond: Their research into forgotten magics will put the rightful ruler on the throne.

“I had a sword like that once...”

Kirsten Boone

Halfling Paladin ♀
Portrait of Kirsten Boone

They always keep their head held high.

Ideal: They only feel alive when fighting a superior foe.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about caves.

Bond: They will do whatever it takes to protect their friends.

“Thou art a strapping young lad.”

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