Description: She dresses in brown turtlenecks beneath a yellow coat with pastel slacks, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 5'4" when asserting herself. Her hair is always cut to a buzz. Her hazel eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Joan will drive conversation. She never wears the same outfit twice, unless she absolutely has to.

History: A child with a great deal of painting talent her parents made sure she got the chance to thrive. Her mother took her hunting and taught her how to get in the mind of other creatures. Unlike her family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, she wanted to work in the city. She has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: She wants to get laid; and wants her loneliness to end

Ideals: Extrovert, Artistic. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Nature, Has a crush. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 700 sp. 1 Banded mail.

Description: She is lean but muscular and is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. She has styled her white fur well, parting it to the right. Her copper eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: She considers herself a woman of culture and sophistication. She likes a good challenge to her wits. She cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: Born in the west to a Stylist, Smoking learned a great deal about her father's area of expertise. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Stylist work with an outfit from a few towns over. Stylist work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She's also a talented Blacksmith, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job.

Ideals: Impeccable, Philantrophist. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 90 gp. Red-brown spinel (120 gp).

Description: He is a husky man, who is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. His brown hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His eyes are amber and catlike.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Bhevek grew up listening to his father's many stories. His family was turned out during the war. He and his family wandered west to less war torn lands. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent father; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother

Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Guardian, In love, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 700 sp.

Description: He wears a brown shirt with thin blue vertical stripes and grey pants. He carries a battered lance and tarnished whip as well. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He is baby faced.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Reirak lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. The family's rival house kidnapped his sister with the intent that his sister marry their son to gain control of contested properties. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent father; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Guardian, Family. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: German accent

Possessions: Deep green spinel (80 gp).