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Sigrid Orsan

Elf Warden ♀
Portrait of Sigrid Orsan

They twitch frequently.

Ideal: They hold total respect for the law.

Flaw: They constantly search for validation from strangers.

Bond: They will do whatever it takes to ensure their legacy survives.

“The stars relay fell portents. Stay safe stranger.”

Simon Ironroot

Dwarf Wizard ♂
Portrait of Simon Ironroot

They carry a longbow across their back.

Ideal: They would do anything to remain incognito.

Flaw: They are obsessed with a coven of witches.

Bond: They swore to improve the lives of others.

“I heard the princess is getting married.”

Safia Halgar

Dwarf Student ♀
Portrait of Safia Halgar

A tamed horse walks by their side.

Ideal: The true path to power is magical knowledge.

Flaw: They are overconfident.

Bond: Their home is a safehouse for veterans.

“Dull blades need constant sharpening to stave off the forces of evil.”

Arianna Massa

Half-Orc Woolwinder ♀
Portrait of Arianna Massa

Their clothes are filthy.

Ideal: They only feel alive when helping the sick.

Flaw: They refused to apologise for their mistakes

Bond: They hunt in the deep woods to provide for the community.

“Time to kick my shoes off and sit for a bit.”

Max Loch

Halfling Ranger ⚥
Portrait of Max Loch

They have a neck tattoo.

Ideal: No one tells them what to do.

Flaw: They have a bias against orphans.

Bond: They secretly wish to marry an old flame.

“Undead and all sorts of evil types crawl about these lands.”

Taylor Thom

Tiefling Architect ⚥
Portrait of Taylor Thom

They walk with a limp.

Ideal: They only feel alive when reading from lost tomes.

Flaw: They have a bias against city guards.

Bond: Someone killed the person they loved. One day they will have my revenge.

“No one's come back from the old ruins in quite some time.”

Max Wilton

Human Cleric ⚥
Portrait of Max Wilton

Their long auburn hair is tied into a tight bun.

Ideal: Dream big, and let no one tell you otherwise.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about holidays.

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

“I can't believe it. Arthur, our most respected Paladin, on trial for murder! Where are the gods these days?!”

Sapphire Stone

Gnome Fighter ♀
Portrait of Sapphire Stone

They sweat near constantly.

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

Flaw: They refuse to interact with farmers.

Bond: They abandoned their family to start a buisness in a new land.

“A horse kicked me once...”

Eldon Urean

Halfling Servant ♂
Portrait of Eldon Urean

They are an overachiever.

Ideal: They would do anything to gain incredible power.

Flaw: They can't refuse a pretty face.

Bond: They swore to defend their community from a group of evil wizards.

“Against the disease of writing one must take special precautions, since it is a dangerous and contagious disease.”

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