Characters
Cynthia Scott
They wear a leather mantle around their shoulders.
Ideal: Tradition holds us back.
Flaw: They have no enthusiasm for anything.
Bond: They once were kept prisoner by a group of wizards.
“It's been ages since I've felt the sun on my skin.”
Dax James
A tamed bluejay sits on their shoulder.
Ideal: Anything is possible with hope.
Flaw: They blindly seek revenge against a baker's guild.
Bond: They have a message for the monarch - one that could change everything!
“Nothing is sweeter than love, nothing higher, nothing stronger, nothing larger, nothing more joyful, nothing fuller, and nothing better in heaven or on earth.”
Farquesh Shadowmourne
Their complexion has a slightly golden hue to it.
Ideal: They are drawn to protect places of beauty.
Flaw: They refuse the aid of neighbors, for fear of seeming weak.
Bond: They once served food for the local royalty.
“Wanna make a deal?”
Miriam Bozier
They carry a flintlock rifle across their back.
Ideal: Family is more than blood.
Flaw: They sing to themselves when stressed.
Bond: They draw tiny innappropriate body parts on public signs.
“I've got a drink here that'll really put some hair on your chest!”
Olivier Truthseeker
They wear dark and gloomy clothing.
Ideal: Anything is possible with power at their beck and call.
Flaw: They dwell on their failures frequently.
Bond: They swore to bring about the end of the world.
“They say this place was built on top of a cemetery.”
Jessica Quinn
They wear a neat green cloak around their shoulders.
Ideal: The only company one needs is themselves.
Flaw: They show cowardice when confronted.
Bond: Guilt eats away at their every thought.
“Are you going to fix that?”
Guthrum Scott
They are always hot.
Ideal: All that matters is a song in their heart.
Flaw: They react with violence if any oppose their views.
Bond: Their life's work is to erect beautiful statues around the place.
“Let's get a fire started before it gets too dark outside.”
Marilyn Beech
They are always smiling.
Ideal: Never lie - especially to yourself.
Flaw: They are obsessed with joining the thieves' guild.
Bond: They swore to defeat their rival in a cooking contest.
“A spot by the fire boy!”
Raven Alard
A tamed hawk sits on their shoulder.
Ideal: They will not live in chains.
Flaw: They have a bias against sailors.
Bond: They swore to overthrow a corrupt official.
“It's been ages since I've been to the coast, but I'd love to go there again someday.”
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