Characters
Jared Kelshall
They walk with a cane.
Ideal: They dream of owning a bookstore.
Flaw: They covet the lifestyle of an easy-going druid.
Bond: They left their old home to follow a loved one.
“If I never see another goblin again it'll be too soon!”
Blake Ironbar
They are very forgetful.
Ideal: All that matters is a successful harvest.
Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about forests.
Bond: Their research into forgotten magics will bring back a loved one from death.
“You can't escape the long arm of the law.”
Celina Larchwood
They wear the heraldry of a local lord.
Ideal: The true path to power is overwhelming strength.
Flaw: They blindly seek revenge against a local thieves' guild.
Bond: They left their old home to follow a loved one.
“Listen, did you hear that shrill cry just now?”
Lariat Rook
They wear a cheap-looking bracelet on their left hand.
Ideal: There is no such thing as too much.
Flaw: They are addicted to a harmful substance.
Bond: They abandoned their faith to become an adventurer.
“This place isn't the same since the cultists took over.”
Enzo Wazels
They have a tattoo of a man's name on their bicep.
Ideal: Never lie - especially to yourself.
Flaw: They get lost in deep thought frequently.
Bond: They swore to keep their knowledge secret.
“I cry your mercy.”
Nikolas Zaros
They float four inches above the ground instead of walking.
Ideal: They are drawn to fighting strong foes.
Flaw: They refuse to seek medical help in times of need.
Bond: They swore to improve the lives of others.
“What I lack in beauty I make up for in brute strength.”
Marek Scott
They wear the heraldry of a hated lord.
Ideal: All that matters is finding their missing keys.
Flaw: Kindness is weakness.
Bond: They secretly wish to start a brothel.
“Sweet, blessed day!”
Don Miller
They wear a golden star amulet around their neck.
Ideal: They dream of becoming a mage.
Flaw: They are obsessed with a long-forgotten diety.
Bond: They swore to defend a city from corruption.
“Where's the nearest blacksmith?”
Anya Moongarden
They are always polite.
Ideal: They would do anything for their gang.
Flaw: They are obsessed with joining a travelling circus.
Bond: They swore to find a lost magical artefact.
“Gimme a swift steed and I'll make it to the king by sundown.”
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