My vote is Lakrissa the Tiefling, one of the only cheerful characters.
Or Omeleum in a party with Laezel… worth it just for the banter.
Omeleum is a great idea, mind flayer in the party is very cool. Because this is that mysterious race of antagonists that cannot be created in the editor - very attractive.
Abdirak would be good as a follower in the camp, but not a full-fledged companion
