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Maddie Echols

Halfling Warlock ♀
Portrait of Maddie Echols

They have a missing leg.

Ideal: They'll never be bored with a full tankard in hand.

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

Bond: They hunt in the night to provide for their community.

“Who among us will be the first to fall to this disease?”

Sigrid Weston

Halfling Butler ♀
Portrait of Sigrid Weston

They have been magically turned into a pig.

Ideal: The wealth belongs with the people.

Flaw: They are addicted to a harmful substance.

Bond: They were abandoned as a child and are searching for their family.

“Ahhh...just like mom used to make it!”

Taylor Scott

Elf Ranger ⚥
Portrait of Taylor Scott

Their long auburn hair is tied into a tight bun.

Ideal: All that matters is a profitable shop.

Flaw: They are very blunt regardless of people's feelings.

Bond: They swore to keep their ancestal home from falling into disrepair.

“This wine tastes like complete garbage.”

Killian Smyth

Halfling Wizard ♂
Portrait of Killian Smyth

They have a strange growl to their voice.

Ideal: They hold total respect for royalty.

Flaw: They blindly seek revenge against a former loved one.

Bond: They secretly wish to overthrow the local ruler.

“Hey! Wanna buy this fruit?”

Kali Moonvalley

Half-Elf Anthropologist ♀
Portrait of Kali Moonvalley

They swear frequently.

Ideal: They only feel alive when helping the sick.

Flaw: They run at the first sign of violence.

Bond: They swore to never be caught with their guard down.

“I can't stop thinking about that new bard down at the tavern!”

George Duval

Half-Orc Seer ♂
Portrait of George Duval

Their arms are tattooed.

Ideal: They will leave the world a better place than they found it.

Flaw: They blame small accidents on "the fey folk".

Bond: They secretly wish to overthrow a neighbor from a position of power.

“I thank thee.”

Daventry Marid

Elf Exile ♂
Portrait of Daventry Marid

People cry when they enter a room.

Ideal: They would do anything to learn how to heal.

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

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

“Long have I desired to see the homeland of my people.”

Joseph Ashig

Halfling Sculptor ♂
Portrait of Joseph Ashig

They are in a wheelchair.

Ideal: We must respect our elders and those who came before.

Flaw: They are gullible.

Bond: They swore to never fall for another pretty face.

“Hey... wanna buy this potion?”

Shark Dustclaw

Half-Orc Elder ♀
Portrait of Shark Dustclaw

They have a prisoner's brand across their back.

Ideal: War only benefits the wealthy.

Flaw: They blindly seek revenge against a one-armed orc.

Bond: They once served food for the local royalty.

“Did you see that strange beggar on your way in here?”

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