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Rebecca Winter

Dwarf Singer ♀
Portrait of Rebecca Winter

They never look anyone directly in the eyes.

Ideal: They will not live in chains.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about sailors.

Bond: They abandoned their family to rescue a friend.

“I can't seen to find a waterskin that doesn't leak when I travel.”

Robert Duval

Dwarf Sorcerer ♂
Portrait of Robert Duval

They always look forward.

Ideal: Stand tall before your fears, otherwise they will consume you whole.

Flaw: They blindly seek revenge against a innocent-looking young child.

Bond: They travel the place with a pack of wolves.

“Back in my day....”

Kyris Sorra

Tiefling Man At Arms ♂
Portrait of Kyris Sorra

Their complexion is pale from lack of sun.

Ideal: All that matters is supporting their loved ones.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about porters.

Bond: They lost their faith in organized religion, but are determined to help others.

“I'll be the judge of that.”

Lilith Mossrock

Halfling Pastry Chef ♀
Portrait of Lilith Mossrock

People cry when they enter a room.

Ideal: Their purpose is to serve.

Flaw: They blindly seek revenge against a baker's guild.

Bond: They travel the place with a band of clerics.

“Why rush around when there's so much to see?”

Jelen Shad

Gnome Charcoal Burner ♂
Portrait of Jelen Shad

They are always rude.

Ideal: We can improve ourselves every day.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about clowns.

Bond: They swore to never allow themselves to be embarrassed in public again.

“I love having a full tobacco pouch waiting for me at the end of the day.”

Moe Massa

Halfling Watchmaker ♂
Portrait of Moe Massa

Their nose is pierced.

Ideal: They are drawn to walk the wilderness and help those they find.

Flaw: They are obsessed with becoming a soldier.

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

“I heard the prince is getting married.”

Reeve Roderick

Halfling Hayward ♂
Portrait of Reeve Roderick

Music plays softly when they enter a room.

Ideal: A true patriot never follows their leaders blindly, and is considerate of their actions.

Flaw: They refuse to interact with farmers.

Bond: They love their town and will do anything for it.

“This ale tastes like cat piss.”

Lana Poots

Gnome Notary ♀
Portrait of Lana Poots

They often forget names.

Ideal: They hold total respect for royalty.

Flaw: They covet the deeds of a band of adventurers.

Bond: They once sailed the seas as a pirate.

“My sword-swinging arm ain't what it used to be.”

Hector Windrunner

Half-Elf Paladin ♂
Portrait of Hector Windrunner

Dust drifts off their boots at each step.

Ideal: They would rather spend an afternoon with a book than an evening with strangers.

Flaw: They have a bias against schools.

Bond: They consider the local tavern to be their home.

“My life for my liege!”

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