| As far as getting Elyra into the act, perhaps she could come in through a connection with the cleric or paladin's church? She's fairly civic minded, and would chip in for a good cause.
Here's a possible scenario: There was a missing child in Sandpoint a few months ago, and the church organized a search party. Even though she was just a transient in town, Elyra volunteered, and wound up serving in a party with one or both of the party's religious characters. Another group found the child, but Elyra hit it off with one or the other characters and makes it a habit to drop by and say hello when she is in town. Thoughts?
I'd rather have her have a connection to the religious figures. I picture her as being a bit put off by arcane power, and I'd rather that came out in play. But we can work it another way if necessary.
CB, let me know what you want to do re: Ranger vs. Scout. I'm happy to do either -- The ranger will be more combat effective, and the scout a trapfinder/better skill monkey. I can use an identical backstory in both cases, so nothing would be changed as far as social interactions or group dynamics. | 
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