Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left hand, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He keeps his white hair in a pixie cut. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Courier hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Guardian, In love, Poor. Occupation: Courier

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 160 gp.

Description: She is an average looking northern female in her early mid-life. She wears a shirt that is too small, which lets her gut show, with a ratty green coat over it. She wears her blue hair up. Her gold eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She is not truly malevolent, but she is obsessed with painting. She constantly tries to fill her life with painting. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: She served in the navy to pay for her family's outstanding loans. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and she feels threatened by others

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Military, Rich. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 230 gp. 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: He has the majority of his body covered in plate. He has relatively light skin and is very physically imposing due to his abundance of muscles. He has a auburn handlebar mustache and slicked back auburn hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: His voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl he speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of his tone. He works hard and plays hard.

History: He got into the Painter business at a young age. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Painter work with an outfit from a few towns over. Painter work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. Recently the stress of being a Painter has made it difficult for him to sleep.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Painter responsibilities is difficult; and wants to open a new tavern

Flaws: Insomniac, Cynical, Hedonist. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Painter

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 150 gp.

Description: This woman prefers to wear grey clothing when she does not wear armor. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amethyst on her right hand. Her hair is auburn and very short. Her ears are large.

Personality: She never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. She is skeptical of what others tell her and is slow to trust.

History: A powerful wizard made her what she is. Matilda was born on a far eastern island where she grew up under the tutelage of her father, an expert Soapmaker. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 70 gp. Pink pearl (90 gp).