Alma is something of a misanthrope. A hard childhood has molded her into a firm, but resolutely miserable adult. Her parents – wanting a son- treated her as a burden, and so she became one. Perpetually resentful of her lot in life, Alma takes issue with every woe that comes her way, no matter how small, self-inflicted or otherwise.
Henry
Lethal, Naturalist
Might
2
Dexterity
3
Intellect
1
Presence
1
Total
7
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Originally a jovial gamekeeper for the forests of Greenwood, Henry was conscripted into the Crusades, where he experienced the worst that that distant conflict had to offer. With the horrors of war fresh in his memory, the tranquility of the forest is the only thing that quiets his troubled mind.
Chris
Fraternal, Barfly
Might
2
Dexterity
3
Intellect
1
Presence
1
Total
7
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Chris works hard and plays harder, no matter his personal fortunes, ongoing town crisis, or foulness of weather. A Middle Ages’ lad’s lad, Chris is an amiable drinking buddy to whoever happens to be drinking wherever and whenever he is, which is the tavern and often.
Eleanor
Quick, Barfly
Might
1
Dexterity
2
Intellect
2
Presence
2
Total
7
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A short, energetic sprite of a woman, Eleanor is a whirlwind of activity and emotions. Quick to act, quick to speak, quick to offend and quick to forgive. To many, despite her age, she is the hyperactive little sister they never had. There was no ADHD diagnosis ADHD in 1100!
Alexander
Fraternal, Drunkard
Might
3
Dexterity
3
Intellect
1
Presence
1
Total
8
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Alexander is a gentle giant of a man who lives life to the fullest. When not working the fields or doing odd jobs for others, he enjoys drinking at the tavern, hearing stories and jokes and telling them himself.
Bertha
Slow, Angler
Might
3
Dexterity
1
Intellect
1
Presence
1
Total
6
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Bertha is a proud fisherwoman. From her childhood she was drawn to the sea, rivers, streams, and lakes, and soon demonstrated a natural aptitude for fishing. It is both her hobby and trade. Some say she prefers the company of fish to humans, and while she shrugs off such notions, there’s a thread of truth to the claim.
Richard
Gregarious, Extrovert
Might
3
Dexterity
2
Intellect
1
Presence
2
Total
8
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Richard was a quiet, shy, intelligent young man before most of his family departed for the Crusades never to return. Now he keeps to himself and spends most of his time at church – not to worship God, but to learn how to read and write in a time when such things were typically beyond the reach of commoners.
Edward
Clumsy, Wanderer
Might
2
Dexterity
3
Intellect
1
Presence
1
Total
7
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Edward spent most of his childhood dodging the hangman’s noose, such is the life of a thief. After one too many a close call he abandoned his criminal career and is now a productive member of the community… though sometimes his past comes looking for him. Bad habits are hard to break.
Margaret
Loner, Disciplined
Might
1
Dexterity
3
Intellect
2
Presence
1
Total
7
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A young mother who lost two of her infants to disease and is now overprotective of her surviving child, even as he grows older. Margaret has become somewhat of an outcast as a result of this vigilance and paranoia, which has made her gaunt and prone to emotional outbursts.
Percival
Cheerful, Musician
Might
1
Dexterity
3
Intellect
1
Presence
2
Total
7
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As the town crier, Percival is a herald of some renown, with a voice that carries across field and dale. He secretly wishes to be a musician, and composes satirical songs mocking Edward De Fitzroy, though he dare not sing them publicly.
Genevieve
Loner, Bookworm
Might
1
Dexterity
2
Intellect
2
Presence
2
Total
7
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As a merchant’s daughter, Genevieve learned to read and write, despite her father’s belief that the fairer sex should not be educated. Now an independent adult, she is a sponge for knowledge, and secretly uses her skills to teach her less fortunate neighbors, especially young girls.
Josephine
Light Eater, Barfly
Might
3
Dexterity
3
Intellect
2
Presence
1
Total
9
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Josephine was once a housekeeper maintaining a priest’s residence who battled constant suspicion about the nature of their relationship. Her virtue is still questioned despite her impeccable conduct and value to the village.