Characters
Laura Gale
They are always smoking a pipe.
Ideal: They only feel alive when money is on the line.
Flaw: They break into song at the slightest provocation.
Bond: They swore to find the recipe that their family lost ages ago.
“What's your opinion on the current illithid crisis?”
Reuben Jayid
They have one thumb that ends with a long talon.
Ideal: A true patriot never follows their leaders blindly, and is considerate of their actions.
Flaw: They fly into a rage at the drop of a hat.
Bond: They swore to learn the great songs of different cultures.
“The well has been dry for months now. What will we do?”
Helen Wilton
They wear a pair of fine leather boots.
Ideal: They are drawn to heal the wounds of animals.
Flaw: They pocket small trinkets from anyone who doesn't notice them.
Bond: They work long nights to undo a past misdeed.
“I'm losing hope fast. What will I do if the thaw never comes? What will become of my family?”
Nina Marshall
They are always joking.
Ideal: They would do anything to remain incognito.
Flaw: They show cowardice when confronted.
Bond: They send money home to their loved ones.
“I heard that a merchant disappeared nearby.”
Taylor Wrynn
They twitch frequently.
Ideal: Anything is possible with courage.
Flaw: They blindly seek revenge against a former loved one.
Bond: A monster killed their lord, and they seek vengeance.
“This ale tastes like cat piss.”
Logan Marshall
Their bald head is reflective in the sun.
Ideal: They dream of joining a traveling music group.
Flaw: They deny the existence of the gods.
Bond: They travel the place with a band of paladins.
“I don't like the cut of your jib.”
Elise Greentree
They have a crooked nose.
Ideal: They are drawn to help those that are lost.
Flaw: They fly into a rage when upset.
Bond: A neighbor covered the cost of a severe debt.
“My sword-swinging arm ain't what it used to be.”
Liara Moran
They wear the heraldry of a hated lord.
Ideal: All that matters is community growth.
Flaw: They are cheap.
Bond: Someone killed the person they loved. One day they will have my revenge.
“Ahhh...just like mom used to make it!”
Janette Crump
They have a tattoo of chains around their upper calf.
Ideal: They would do anything to become wealthy.
Flaw: They blindly seek revenge against a local hero.
Bond: They secretly wish to run away to the deep forest.
“I like letting my hair down now and again.”
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