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Well, in this case, the NPCs are either always first or always last...

The first one is always the one standing near the killed unit. Then, it depends on speed and initiative.

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How can we improve this? Should we launch them one by one, or just submit all the resumes at once to speed things up?

The second option is easier. That way, you can choose right away.

why choose when you can take them all? anyway, half of them will die before the first paycheck, and the other half will pick up the loot from the first ones, thus getting their promised money and treasures.

It's better if they're always last. We leave plenty of loot anyway. I've regretted several times that I told Randell to take Willinia's things. Randell didn't regret it, though. He's a sly one.

Nationality: Ninsharr
Origin: Licinia

Skills:
Servant of Ninsharr (Ninsharr's Zeal)


Combat Training


Assassin


Ken-Ryu


Perk:
Evtyumia Kaimitsugiri Affinity (Fire)


Inventory: ninsharr dagger, Taoist guard armor, Ayano family katana, teddy bear, headband, Taoist meditation book, money.
Biography: Jalid was born in a small village near Licinia. Although at that time the city was not as famous as it is now, even then it stood out for the fact that there were no slaves there. It was this spirit of freedom and equality that young Jalid absorbed. He liked the city for its atmosphere, he liked the people who lived there. There you could often meet street musicians and various artists performing with their acts. The Ninsharr wanted to live in it, but unfortunately, his family could not afford to move or even send his son to the Licinian school. Over time, he began to visit the city less and less due to being busy in his native village.
When Jalid grew up enough, he was accepted into the guards. He did not excel in combat skills; he was an average fighter, so for a long time he remained an ordinary rank-and-file soldier. He didn't really like this occupation, but he had to become a different person, choose a different path, and not the one he wanted. This happens often in life, and nothing can be done about it. Of course, the Ninsharr wasn't too upset about this, but he didn't feel happy either, feeling some emptiness inside him. Although he always thought that at some point everything would change and life would get better. This thought gave him hope. Soon, things really changed, but not quite as Jalid imagined. One night, while on duty, someone stunned him. Waking up in the morning, he saw before his eyes a burning village and the corpses of its inhabitants. He failed to find out who committed this atrocity; perhaps it was the Shunians, or maybe just bandits. All the villagers were killed, and only he survived. Recovering from the shock and mourning his loved ones, Jalid decided to leave his homeland. He did not go to Licinia, as he was afraid, and he also did not want to stay in these places.
For several years, the Ninsharr traveled around the world until the road led him to one of the cities of Tao. There, he accidentally met a nice girl named Ayano. She worked as a teacher at a school and lived in one of the rooms of a two-story house, which was intended for such poor people. She had no one except her little daughter Kimiko, who was six years old. Her husband died of an illness, and her parents passed away even earlier. Because of this new acquaintance, Jalid decided to stay in the city; she made a strong impression on him. Having secured a place as a guard and getting accommodation in the barracks, the Ninsharr began to settle into his new home. When his shift allowed, he would meet Ayano after school and walk her home. Sometimes on weekends they simply walked around the city and talked. Usually, Kimiko went with them, since there was no one to leave her with. However, this did not interfere, because the couple were more friends than romantically involved. Of course, Jalid felt some feelings for Ayano, but he didn't want to put pressure on her or rush things, trying to just be a good and reliable friend. Only after some time did he begin to pay attention and buy gifts, including for Kimiko. Despite the fact that he again had to become an ordinary guard, this time it did not bother him at all. He immersed himself in this measured life, enjoying almost everything. He liked the local lifestyle, the people and streets here, he liked the young teacher and what she did, as well as her daughter, whom he considered the cutest creature in the world. He even enjoyed those moments when he met Ayano after school, and joyful children ran around them playing something. In such moments, Jalid was completely calm and truly happy. He was sure that he had found his home and that it would last forever. But misfortune happened again when the Ninsharr was on duty. A fire broke out in the house where Ayano lived, and several people died, including the teacher and her daughter. The building was old and mostly made of wood, so the fire spread quickly throughout the structure. Miraculously, only Kimiko's teddy bear survived, which Jalid took with him as a memento of his Taoist family. In addition, he also has a katana, which Ayano gave him shortly before the tragedy. More than anything, he cherishes these two things, although at first he refused to accept the sword, but eventually agreed. She said that this katana had been kept in her family for several generations and passed down to her from her father. According to his stories, the blade possessed a special property that made it faster than other katanas, allowing not only to excel in attack but also to defend oneself in time. After a few days, Jalid left the lands that he considered his home and set off.
Having lost the most precious thing in life, the Ninsharr also lost the hope that had guided him all this time. He became indifferent to his fate; he simply went forward and did what he thought was right, adhering to those principles that he had believed in since childhood.

I don't think I messed anything up or forgot anything. :D
I think someone used this artwork before, but whatever.

(writing normal-complete bios is good, and that's fine...)

After twelve days, the following applications were received at the temporary Asylum of the Crimson Dawn:

Azelos

Origin: Ilthan
Skills

Nothing to say about myself; I have worked as a mercenary since childhood, first with my father, then on my own. I fought against Sintan on the side of Ninsharr in their last war, participated in small military conflicts, hunted wanted criminals.

Hak

Origin: Illinar
Skills

Earth, legion of death

A retired soldier of the Illinar army, came to Arinasai to rest, interested in mercenary activities for the first time. Ready to work as long as you don't try to cheat me out of money or its equivalent.

Zhaen

Origin: Illinar
Skills

An ordinary mercenary; I do not have outstanding skills, but I know my job well.

Telanius

Origin: Melchoria-Darnia
Skills

I've heard about the otherworldly beauty of your leader; ready to join the squad for your smile.

Ade Ore

Origin: Geirt
Skills

(what is written - cannot be made out)

Askanius

Origin: Pridecastle
Skills

Looking for work; not wanted by anyone; prefer to work in a team.

Evira

Origin: Suentan
Skills

Obedience, freeze, ice armor, ice spear, ice prison, air wall, wind speed.

I'm looking for trouble.

Azhelos, Haka, and non-Arandor are worth taking. Askanius is also decent, in principle. Zhaen is mediocre, but still viable. Evira isn't impressive, but it's generally difficult to create something worthwhile from succubi if you take the racial ability. Ade Ore? No. Just no.

Why is that?

I would take it. Maybe it's really cool.

Well, she'll be knocked out with the first hit. Although, we can still take her – loot her gear and sell it.

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And I thought you didn't like taking female units into your party.

I thought he was just a weird, goofy guy.

He only messed up with the gender. What worries me is that she might unintentionally cause problems for us in some mission where brute force alone isn't enough. The others, except for the succubus, seem more professional. By the way, I wouldn't take the succubus into my squad either. The description is concerning, and her abilities and stats aren't impressive.

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Another potential problem could be that Azelos might turn against us when they find out about us in Ninsharr, or against Odd, considering the bounty on his head.

/The fragment with sandals is decent, but you're wasting your time with Shaia flowers... They only last three years, if you're lucky./

What about Azelos? He's just a regular mercenary. He was told to hunt down escaped criminals, and he did. I doubt he's working for any particular faction right now.
Gak is fine, as long as he doesn't do anything stupid during the loot distribution.
Zhaen is fine.
Telani - :smile36: (Tessar, Theseus, hmm, I should be careful around him...)
Ade - just cannon fodder. Why not?
Ascanius - fine.
Evira - I'm not sure.