Characters
Olivier Mervor
They only eat meat.
Ideal: All that matters is opening a successful buisness.
Flaw: They always seek for the path of least resistance.
Bond: They protect their community from shady hucksters and snake-oil dealers.
“What are ya buyin', stranger?”
Finley Anwen
They have a tattoo of a sword on their forearm.
Ideal: They only feel alive when performing death-defying acts.
Flaw: They constantly search for a new loved one.
Bond: They will do whatever it takes to prove they are the richest.
“Did you hear about the festival coming next month?”
Miles Brocksby
They wear a pair of military boots.
Ideal: All that matters is a cold sword in their hand.
Flaw: They always follow the rules.
Bond: They will do whatever it takes to overthrow a corrupt official.
“I've always got a spring in my step!”
Max Boone
They wear a bandolier of daggers across their chest.
Ideal: They dream of becoming a renowned warrior.
Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about humans.
Bond: They abandoned their faith to become an adventurer.
“Have you seen that wicked looking black armour over the innkeep's mantle? Where do you suppose he found that?”
Vivian Hynes
They wear the robes of a local clergy.
Ideal: They dream of joining a traveling music group.
Flaw: They fly into a rage when surprised.
Bond: They will do whatever it takes to prove they are the strongest.
“Against the disease of writing one must take special precautions, since it is a dangerous and contagious disease.”
Roxy Kensley
They carry an intricate hand crossbow at their hip.
Ideal: They are drawn to heal the wounds of animals.
Flaw: They often forget the names of people they just met.
Bond: A neighbor taught them a meaningful lesson.
“I can read your palm for a shilling.”
Desmond Scott
They wear a pair of spectacles that are missing one eyepiece.
Ideal: Anything is possible with a few gold coins in your pocket.
Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about animals.
Bond: Their home is a safehouse for veterans.
“It doesn't take much for me to lose my respect for someone.”
Parker Larchwood
They are always smoking a pipe.
Ideal: Power corrupts all those it touches.
Flaw: They are obsessed with joining a travelling circus.
Bond: They secretly wish to open a bar.
“If I never see another goblin again it'll be too soon!”
Ralph Frida
Their breath reeks of alcohol.
Ideal: The true path to power is magical knowledge.
Flaw: They are obsessed with slaying a mythical beast.
Bond: They once worked with the local thieves' guild.
“A horse kicked me once...”
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