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Parker Ali

Halfling Fighter ⚥
Portrait of Parker Ali

They have a mole on thier cheek.

Ideal: They hold total respect for untamed nature.

Flaw: They are obsessed with becoming a mage.

Bond: They protect their community from the old magics of the forest.

“Did that treasure chest just move on its own?”

Ivan Poots

Human Sorcerer ♂
Portrait of Ivan Poots

They wear fine lace gloves.

Ideal: They would do anything to catch the attention of a powerful mage.

Flaw: They refused to apologise for their mistakes

Bond: They left their old home to follow a loved one.

“You clouted ill-nurtured joithead!”

Valeria Shadowmourne

Dwarf Carpenter ♀
Portrait of Valeria Shadowmourne

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

Ideal: They would do anything to learn how to heal.

Flaw: They are overconfident.

Bond: Each morning they run to the nearest village and back.

“The smallest pebble was once the biggest stone the biggest stone was once bigger.”

Canton Mowbry

Gnome Warlock ♂
Portrait of Canton Mowbry

They are hard of hearing.

Ideal: They are drawn to help others in need.

Flaw: They are meek.

Bond: They are in love with a member of a rival family.

“A coin in the pocket is better than three in someone else's.”

Anika Reedwater

Halfling Gymnast ♀
Portrait of Anika Reedwater

Their complexion has a slightly pinkish tinge to it.

Ideal: They dream of singing in front of thousands.

Flaw: They refuse to speak to anyone they see as "lower class".

Bond: They secretly wish to start a cult.

“All I trust in this world is my dog and my sword.”

Zaeim Freeman

Tiefling Soldier ♂
Portrait of Zaeim Freeman

A tamed hawk sits on their shoulder.

Ideal: Our elders deserve respect.

Flaw: They are too forward.

Bond: Their research into forgotten magics will earn them the acclaim they deserve.

“Is it hot in here or is it me?”

Sophie Breezehollow

Gnome Carpenter ♀
Portrait of Sophie Breezehollow

Mist flows off their boots at each step.

Ideal: They are drawn to help others in need.

Flaw: They always obey the law.

Bond: Something important was stolen from them and they intend on stealing it back.

“Gimme a swift steed and I'll make it to the king by sundown.”

Bernie Nighy

Half-Elf Storyteller ⚥
Portrait of Bernie Nighy

They are always smoking a cigarette.

Ideal: Criminals deserve death.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about heavy storms.

Bond: They send money home to their loved ones.

“Have you heard about Marlow the wizard?”

Sarab Gale

Half-Orc Monk ⚥
Portrait of Sarab Gale

They always keep their head held high.

Ideal: Nothing is worth dying for.

Flaw: They are stupid.

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

“May your god have mercy on you, for I will not.”

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