Description: This woman is very fat, and wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. Her long black hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. Her hazel eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before her hampering stammer kicks in. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: She was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. A freak accident while working with her Masseuse father left her crippled. She hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure her.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Disease. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 500 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with grey colored cloaks and clothing. She wears her auburn hair up. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her green eyes.

Personality: She swings through moods quickly. One moment she is cool and collected, the next she is carried away by passions. She is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. She likes to tell stories.

History: Raised by wardens she was only a novice when orcs swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. From her teen years she was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on her. She has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to orcs demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Many orcs want her driven away.

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 400 sp.

Description: An older woman who dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over her head, she is not a threatening figure. Her head has been shaved. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep gray.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. Her brief stint in the army gave her the idea she was invincible and that she is the toughest woman alive.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the east. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. She was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching her a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and she wants to meet her childhood hero

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Military, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 4000 cp. 1 Banded mail.

Description: This man prefers to wear tan pants and tee shirts. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. He is bald on top and has large black tufts of hair around his ears. His gray eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. He takes great pride in his work and is very well organized. His planner is full of calendar events.

History: Born in the west his family was never financially stable. His childhood dream was to be a Fortune-teller, but he was a colossal failure. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Butcher.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Poor. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 10 pp. Obsidian (15 gp).