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Wren
Incredibly ambitious, was the founder of an extremely popular religion that crosses cultural borders. Killed in an accident...but because they were such an influential figure, their mark on the world is still felt in many aspects
Eli/Elijah, Sparrow, Lash
Basically Team Rocket (only with less nefarious aims). They are a super tight-knit and loyal found family. They work directly under Ademar to bring about the social change they want to see in the world and improve their lot in life.
Caleb
Broody kid who seems to have some kind of beef with Maple...what's his deal?
Actually a huge nerd
Ademar
Charismatic half-orc mage that's the head of an organization trying to upend the messed up social and structural order of the world and bring justice. There's a lot going on with him. Like, just a lot
Baatir
A mage frantically trying to figure out solutions for a very serious, world-threatening problem. He tends to focus so intently on things that he loses sight of what's actually important.
Also a big gay(bi) idiot
Agatha
A very important witch with a deadpan sense of humor. Loves to tease. She may look 8 years old but of course she is actually much, much older. Her apparent immortality is a big source of angst for her
The Swordsman
Scatterbrained but very gentlemanly swordsman who's been looking for "the man who stole his name". His plans have a 50/50 chance of being brilliant or ending in catastrophe. He's awkward with social situations, but really wants to make connections with people.
Candy Corn
Not her real name, just a nickname Maple gave her because of her ribbons. She's a fire mage/thief/legitimate kleptomaniac, and overall a complete and utter disaster of a human. Loves trying to be 'the best' at everything, usually to the annoyance of everyone else
Grogg
Half-orc who feels like he doesn't fit anywhere. He is generally soft-spoken and loves to garden (his specialty is making medicine from plants). Very much an empath tuned into the feelings of others, but his shy nature can make it hard to speak up and support others.
Maple
Suffers from amnesia, wants to figure out who she is and what her place is in the world. She gets very anxious about her identity but at heart she's still just a naive and good-natured kid. Loves baking/cooking and takes a lot of pride in being "the mom friend"