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Bashara Monroe

Human Soothsayer ♀
Portrait of Bashara Monroe

They have a scar on their face.

Ideal: The only constant in this world is magic.

Flaw: They have a bias against the poor.

Bond: They secretly wish to overthrow the local ruler.

“I had a necklace like that once...”

Eve Fitzgerald

Human Ranger ♀
Portrait of Eve Fitzgerald

They carry a gnarled walking staff in their hand.

Ideal: A person is smart. People are stupid.

Flaw: They have no enthusiasm for anything.

Bond: They once saw a mystical being walk into the local forest.

“Not on my watch.”

Akasha Lesley

Half-Orc Soldier ♀
Portrait of Akasha Lesley

They habitually lean against nearby surfaces.

Ideal: The way to make the world better is a single act of kindness.

Flaw: They have a bias against farmers.

Bond: They will do whatever it takes to protect their friends.

“Hah! My club is taller than you!”

Olivier Filaen

Gnome Gymnast ⚥
Portrait of Olivier Filaen

They never make jokes.

Ideal: They seek the thrill of discovery.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about acedemics.

Bond: They send money home to their loved ones.

“My cousin once saw a dark elf. Scared the tar of of 'em!”

Chandra Cruise

Tiefling Sorcerer ♀
Portrait of Chandra Cruise

They always smell of lavender.

Ideal: All that matters is coming home at the end of the day.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about dwarves.

Bond: They once sailed the seas as a privateer.

“You should tie your handkerchief around your face. They say some of the townsfolk are breathing infectious demons.”

Vuska Mulgrew

Half-Orc Judge ♀
Portrait of Vuska Mulgrew

They always stand up straight.

Ideal: They would do anything for king and country.

Flaw: They are obsessed with joining the thieves' guild.

Bond: They still work in the business their father started.

“Have you heard about Sheera the bard?”

Lachlan Winter

Tiefling Ranger ♂
Portrait of Lachlan Winter

They have a wistful quality to their voice.

Ideal: They seek the thrill of discovery.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about stacks of books.

Bond: Their life's work is to erect beautiful statues around the place.

“Keep your eyes peeled for giant eagles!”

Alondra Silvergem

Half-Elf Tattooist ♀
Portrait of Alondra Silvergem

They chew with their mouth open.

Ideal: They dream of seeing a dragon.

Flaw: They have tremendous difficulty with remembering faces.

Bond: They once watched a necromancer bring someone back from the dead.

“Would you consider coming down a little on that price?”

Sahin Masak

Dwarf Tax Collector ⚥
Portrait of Sahin Masak

They wear modest clothing.

Ideal: The true path to power is an eldritch pact.

Flaw: They covet the attention of a local ruler.

Bond: They once travelled with the circus.

“Faithless is he who says farewell when the road darkens.”

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