Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left hand, he likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His crest is bronze and very short. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are red.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. As he has aged he has sought to do reparations for his actions as a youth. He is also making sure that his compatriots who never received punishment for their crimes are brought to justice.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family Shamash was a troubled youth. He spent his days as a hard laborer instead of attending school, and spent his evenings with numerous mobsters and gang members. Shamash decided he wanted neither the life of his mother nor that of the evil petty criminals he associated with. During his early adolescence, he took a sudden opportunity while working the docks and commandeered a vessel that was left unmanned. After months of barely getting by, Shamash managed to ambush a major caravan with a load of valuables. Instantly wealthy, he made his way to the capital under a new identity.

Motivation: He is a bit of a kleptomaniac; and a rival would like him out of the picture

Ideals: Passionate, Justice. Bonds: Criminal record, Rich. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 400 sp. 1 Superior lock.

Description: Standing 4'3", this woman dresses in grey turtlenecks beneath a blue coat with brown slacks. Her golden hair is cut short. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She speaks before she thinks and is too direct. She is a ruthless business woman, a trait she acquired from her father.

History: She was born into a rich family. 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 has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: She is greedy.

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 300 sp.

Description: A hulking woman with gigantic muscles, she wears tan robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally she wears more armor. She prefers to carry a greataxe, but if one is not available she will default to her whip. Her black hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. Her hazel unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: She is business-like. She takes instructions and follows them to the letter. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: The child of eastern immigrants she idolized her father. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Gnomes in the east were limited. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She is terrified, and will act out of fear; and she feels threatened by others

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Disease, Fearful. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 30 gp. Red spinel (120 gp).

Description: She wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally she sports a violet coat. She is physically well-built. Her auburn hair is matted, messy, and big. She has brown eyes.

Personality: A grumpy gal she will invite people to lunch so she can critique them. Yet she still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. She also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Through the years after Meriele was born, her father became increasingly distant from her family, instead choosing to pursue power in the south. Meriele's father didn't care for her much, and the feeling was mutual. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She's in love.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Has a crush. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 50 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.