Characters
Patrick Altharia
They wear an eyepatch.
Ideal: There is no problem that cannot be solved by thinking.
Flaw: They are obsessed with becoming a soldier.
Bond: They swore to overthrow a corrupt official.
“Have you heard about John the carpenter?”
Tarc Simpson
They have a piercing gaze.
Ideal: They would do anything to remain incognito.
Flaw: They constantly obsess over future decisions.
Bond: Each morning they run to the nearest village and back.
“Are there guards here? I hope there aren't any guards here. Not that I'm hiding anything.”
Ember Rowan
They have dilated pupils.
Ideal: They only feel alive when drunk at the tavern.
Flaw: They react with violence if startled.
Bond: They are saving to buy the business their mother once owned.
“I never go anywhere without my toolbelt!”
Sylvie Cruise
A tamed hawk sits on their shoulder.
Ideal: They dream of discovering a new kind of alchemy.
Flaw: They have no sense of purpose in life.
Bond: A neighbor covered the cost of a severe debt.
“Nothing is sweeter than love, nothing higher, nothing stronger, nothing larger, nothing more joyful, nothing fuller, and nothing better in heaven or on earth.”
Jessica Amal
They have an ornate nose ring.
Ideal: The true path to power is an eldritch pact.
Flaw: They covet the lifestyle of a mystical healer.
Bond: They are haunted by their past - literally!
“Salutations.”
Gael Emberfoot
Their legs are tattooed.
Ideal: The true path to power is a gigantic steam-powered automaton.
Flaw: They are never satisfied.
Bond: They secretly wish to run away with their lover.
“This place isn't the same since the cultists took over.”
Geoffrey Banes
They are missing the forefinger of their left hand.
Ideal: They would do anything to become wealthy.
Flaw: They think they are better than everyone else.
Bond: A neighbor taught them a meaningful lesson.
“I'm so hungry I could eat a tarrasque!”
Nick Fordragon
They have a rough quality to their voice.
Ideal: Their position commands respect.
Flaw: They run at the first sign of violence.
Bond: A wizard turned a loved one to stone, and they seek vengeance.
“What are ya buyin', stranger?”
Parsons Hillard
Their long auburn hair is tied into a tight bun.
Ideal: The true path to power is kindless.
Flaw: They always tell the truth.
Bond: They work in the castle despite the known danger within.
“God has left this place.”
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