Description: This petite short woman is perpetually holding a chocolate of some kind. She wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally she sports a tan coat, marred by chocolates. She wears her black hair up. She has several tiny sapphire earrings on each ear.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Oda embodies much of what other species detest in the Gnomes. She is cautious and jumpy. She reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Oda hails from a village terrorized by brigands. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. 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 someone believes her a fraud

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 3000 cp.

Description: She is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. She is physically well-built. She wears her hair in dreadlocks. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She is envious of other's things. She hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that she so desires. She has a cruel streak; something she gained from her previous mentor. She harbors resentment against her former mentor.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Masseuse hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She is untrained/undisciplined, which makes her dangerous.

Motivation: She wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away.

Flaws: Insane, Greedy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Poor. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 110 gp.

Description: He stands about 3'2" and is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. His auburn hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a feathered hat. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Tailor work with an outfit from a few towns over. Tailor work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He tends to his Tailor job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: Expand his business; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Shy, Mundane. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 150 gp. Chrysoberyl (130 gp).

Description: This younger middle-aged woman wears green painted combat armor at almost all times, and a wedding ring on her left hand. Her black crest, when down, is lengthy. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. She is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. At a young age she wooed the heart of her future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and obtaining odd cultural elven artifacts is her passion

Ideals: Optimist, Logical. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 6000 cp.