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Karakta Pierce

Halfling Medic ♂
Portrait of Karakta Pierce

They keep a crystal rod in their coat pocket at all times.

Ideal: Anything is possible with a sword at your side.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about humans.

Bond: They protect their community from the old magics of the forest.

“I don't like the cut of your jib.”

Jenny Gemleaf

Elf Sailor ♀
Portrait of Jenny Gemleaf

They wear the heraldry of a local lord.

Ideal: Without honor they are nothing.

Flaw: They constantly search for validation from strangers.

Bond: They trust that their deity will guide their actions.

“They say there is necromancer somewhere in the area. I hope she can revive this sandwich.”

Jimbo Alma

Half-Elf Druid ♂
Portrait of Jimbo Alma

Their hair constantly moves as if blown by the wind.

Ideal: They are drawn to follow strong leaders.

Flaw: They retreat when confronted.

Bond: They secretly wish to run away with their lover.

“I blend in well with most places, but I don't feel like I fit in.”

Enzo Bladefist

Half-Orc Bard ♂
Portrait of Enzo Bladefist

They wear a beaver-fur hat at all times.

Ideal: Peace demands constant effort.

Flaw: They show cowardice when confronted.

Bond: They once travelled with the circus.

“Gramercy!”

Virginia Alma

Tiefling Monk ♀
Portrait of Virginia Alma

They have an earthy voice.

Ideal: They dream of perfecting a baking recipe.

Flaw: They covet the attention of a local ruler.

Bond: George's River has been taken from their people; they will reclaim it!

“They say there is necromancer somewhere in the area. I hope she can revive this sandwich.”

Kallum Lesley

Halfling Prince ♂
Portrait of Kallum Lesley

They have soft blue eyes.

Ideal: They only feel alive when helping the sick.

Flaw: They are unpredictable.

Bond: They secretly wish to join a temple.

“Well again!”

Mikael Duffield

Human Paladin ♂
Portrait of Mikael Duffield

They look as though they just came in from the rain.

Ideal: Revelry in chaos is the ultimate achevement.

Flaw: They believe the world revolves around them.

Bond: A magical accident caused them to permanently change shape, and they will stop at nothing to fix the damage.

“A horse kicked me once...”

Cora Ashfield

Human Monk ♀
Portrait of Cora Ashfield

They talk with a lisp.

Ideal: They hold total respect for untamed nature.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about languages other than their own.

Bond: They left their old home to follow a loved one.

“The well has been dry for months now. What will we do?”

Celina Schmidt

Human Steward ♀
Portrait of Celina Schmidt

They have a wandering eye.

Ideal: Their purpose is to serve.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about farmers.

Bond: They hunt in the fields around their home to provide for their community.

“Stop! Thief! That's MY sword you are wearing!”

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