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Pete Weston

Human Ranger ♂
Portrait of Pete Weston

They have a rough quality to their voice.

Ideal: They would do anything to remain incognito.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about jesters.

Bond: They swore to unlock the mysteries of a wizard's tower.

“It's been ages since I've been on an adventure...”

Luthor Dresdain

Half-Orc Alchemist ♂
Portrait of Luthor Dresdain

People flee when they enter a room.

Ideal: They would do anything to secure their legacy.

Flaw: They will never be the last to retreat

Bond: They abandoned their community to become rich.

“I heard that a merchant disappeared nearby.”

Kashida Blacksmith

Dwarf Diviner ♀
Portrait of Kashida Blacksmith

They hate getting wet.

Ideal: All that matters is a stout shield in their hands.

Flaw: They are obsessed with the explosive power of fire.

Bond: They once sailed the seas as a pirate.

“It's been ages since I've thought about the dark lords.”

Riley Fae

Elf Ranger ⚥
Portrait of Riley Fae

They carry a large sword across their back.

Ideal: Faith is for the weak.

Flaw: They are obsessed with joining a high-ranking guild.

Bond: They used to serve their father before his untimely death.

“No one can match my cooking recipes.”

Cassie Greene

Half-Orc Executioner ♀
Portrait of Cassie Greene

They carry two small children on their back.

Ideal: They hold total respect for past traditions.

Flaw: They have a bias against larger cities.

Bond: They hunt in the back alleys to keep their community safe.

“If I never see another goblin again it'll be too soon!”

Bart Larchwood

Gnome Page ♂
Portrait of Bart Larchwood

They are always serious.

Ideal: They dream of seeing a dragon.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about alchemists.

Bond: They work in the mines despite the known danger within.

“Hey! Wanna buy this fur?”

Rory Mervor

Halfling Cultist ♂
Portrait of Rory Mervor

They have a dark quality to their voice.

Ideal: They dream of owning their own tavern.

Flaw: They are oblivious to the faults of loved ones.

Bond: They secretly wish to run away to the deep forest.

“Thou art a cutpurse!”

Parker Mehmed

Human Leatherworker ⚥
Portrait of Parker Mehmed

They hold a crystal orb in one hand.

Ideal: Beauty can be found all around us.

Flaw: They have a bias against city guards.

Bond: They have lunch with an orphan each day in the park.

“Has anyone seen my dog today?”

Julie Selwyn

Half-Elf Steward ♀
Portrait of Julie Selwyn

They are afraid of ghosts.

Ideal: Fleeing from a superior foe is not weakness.

Flaw: They will never be the last to retreat

Bond: They draw tiny innappropriate body parts on public signs.

“Best be careful with the king's men!”

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