Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. His hair is brown and very short. His eyes are a pleasant silver.

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 has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Xappan was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Beggar for hire.

Motivation: He is terrified, and will act out of fear; and sabotage a competitor

Flaws: Cynical, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 110 gp. Solid gold idol (300 gp).

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She wears long strands of jet and short brown dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. She wears a broad hat to hide her balding. She wears an eyepatch.

Personality: In the realm of puns, she cannot help herself. She feels obliged to make them. She can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: She was born into a rich family. Ostracized due to the martial powers of her oldest sister, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Humans became a terror of the countryside. 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: Money/treasure; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic, Joker, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 400 sp. 1 Breastplate.

Description: With black face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. His blonde hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. He has gray eyes.

Personality: He is a hateful person. He taunts others and blames them for his problems. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: He was born in the south. He found a children's book about a Halfling Bard who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and he's looking for his big break

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 800 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. His white hair is knotted and matted. His gold eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and obtaining odd cultural halfling artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Optimist, Logical. Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 110 gp.