Meddling Misfits
Misfit Adventurers
Some adventuring parties are bound for greatness, each member chosen for their skills and strengths, building a team that could take on any quest or any problem. Others are thrown together, created due to proximity, gathering anyone who was around the moment the defining storm hit. These cobbled-together parties may survive, slowly learning each other's strengths and weaknesses, using that knowledge to excel when surely they would fail. It is these parties that are left from the legends, but sometimes their absurdity, along with their obscurity, make them the topic of a Bard's limerick or ballad.
The Meddling Misfits was one such party, gathered together by necessity and a quest for little more than a bag of gold for a day's hard work. Early on, there was little in terms of leadership, even less in terms of teamwork, but eventually, failure and necessity dictated they succeed, even when the odds were fully against them. Their successes did not go unnoticed, as the forces at work within the world recognized their strengths, even when they had misread the signs, and began working to stymie their progress.
The story of the Meddling Misfits is yet to be complete, their travels far from over even as the group has split into two, each tracking down part of a mystery that adds to the whole. Those with great ties to the divine now lead the wayward groups, granting guidance to those who once squabbled amongst themselves. The tale of these meddlers is one of death and destruction, survival against the odds, yet success when it counted, and a found family that has mutual respect, even when one is placed in the armor of the great bear.
The Party
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Arina of the North
Arina of the North is an Ursakin Paladin that hails from the Neither Tundra. Granted the title of Her Lady Furriness by the party, she serves as the party's leader and den mother, using her shield to protect the others from anything that may hurt them.
Buckley of the Spine
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Buckley of the Spine is an Ursakin Barbarian from the Spine of Kallex. Traveling to find adventure, Buckley joined the Meddling Misfits after finding a kindred spirit in Arina. Because of his stature and his short temper, he is affectionately called the Bearbarian.
Dray the Scalpel
Becoming a medic led Dray into places he had never expected, causing him to sometimes trade the scalpel in his hands for wraps to protect his patients with his fists. All his wayward travels and fistfights have led him to join up with the Misfits in an unconventional place.
Giselle von Klocke
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Scandal ripped her birthright from her, so Giselle von Klocke took her family down with her fiery temper, including her own children. Now, her explosively powerful magic aids the Misfits in their adventures as much as it causes fiery and uncontrolled chaos.
Imra Winterwood
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The mystery of her life started in the Eldritch War, driving her devotion to her faith and the temple she has called home. She has searched for the answers to her origin, hoping to find enough to answer herself and a world forever changing in the aftermath.
Lucian Valzire
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Excelling in everything that his lineage demanded of him, Lucian Valzire eventually became the leader of his family, stepping in so his brother could follow his passion. Now, Lucian ventures outward, seeking glory and honor so that he may one day know peace.
Neoma Bellona
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Neoma Bellona hails from a tribe of Emerald Half-Elves known for their skills in the wilds. Raised by her father, she grew up stronger and more resilient than others, living her life by the blade and bow, loyal to those she respects. Losing her respect means losing her loyalty.
Pierre le Chef
Living a life of indulgence, Pierre le Chef prefers to arrive with bells on, whether putting on a Bardic performance or cooking with fragrant spices and stout ale. His comedic wit tends to get him in trouble from time to time, but he always seems to be saved by Nobody.
Sergei
An eccentric Inventor hailing from the Human Empire, Sergei has not let his age dampen the light he brings to the party through his signature boomajav and homunculi. While flavorful food may stop him, stalwart enemies and mass casualties never will.
Tasrin Brightrock
A Gem Dwarf craftsman of the tunnels of Káto, Tasrin Brightrock came to the surface to expand her skills as part of the Rubycrafters Guild. While adept at both jewelry making and smithing, she joined the party as a way to expand her knowledge as a Ranger and of the surface.
Past Members
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Kaito
A Gunslinger from the Human Empire, Kaito lived for the hunt, especially if his targets were Goblins. His path led him from the party, but his hunt continues, searching for vengeance.
Vessel
A Greater Golem from the south, Vessel joined the party as a way to fulfill his purpose until that purpose led him elsewhere to find what remained of his created people.
Reviews
While their meddling brings them a great deal of trouble, their menagerie has also brought aid to those who needed it most.
The greatest band of misfits I've ever seen! The Halfling and the one with the mask specifically can't help but to leave an impression.
Honestly, how are they still alive?
Founding Date
Winter 301 EA
Type
Adventuring Party
Leader
Parent Organization
Notable Members
Dray
Gehrman & Percy
Giselle
Imra
Kaito
Lucien
Neoma
Pierre
Sergei & Pierror
Tasrin
Vessel
Nice. That's a large party though. :-o
It's two separate groups with the same players. So different people play depending on work schedules but its fun to see the interactions and letters sent between the two groups.
Co-creator of the TTRPG System Storybook
Ah, interesting! :D