Description: This woman stands a little under 5'3" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She wears well tailored gowns and hats with beautiful decoration. She is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. Her hair is always cut to a buzz. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She can speak with the recently deceased. She is a great chef.

History: A studious child she never was much for a social life, not because she was unlikable, but because she did not seek it out. Her parents enrolled her in a Rogue school at a young age so that she could practice her arcane talents. Being a Locksmith kept her interest for a while, but then she became depressed and bored. So she turned to a secret life of crime, taking increasingly more risks and challenges.

Motivation: Marry her brother to traveling adventurers; and find a way to reverse the transformation of her brother

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Rich, Criminal record, Family. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 90 gp.

Description: A middle-aged woman, she is wearing a long, green, dusty cloak, and is pretty ugly. She has no crest. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She is unhospitable to her core. Her small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. She loves her children and doesn't want them to worry about her. She loves to share her poetry with anyone who is interested.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. A few years later when the north was not economically sound they moved to her current location. When her spouse passed she lost her only source of income but claims to her sons to still be retired.

Motivation: Her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion; and regain custody of her son

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Insane. Bonds: Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 5000 cp.

Description: He wears just a tan suit. He carries a battered quarterstaff and tarnished lance as well. His hair is white and curly. His eyes are likewise hazel.

Personality: While he is on the job, he is grim and serious. He understands how dangerous the world is and the need to stay safe. 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: Uthemar was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Expert, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Expert in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He became part of the deadliest team of assassins in recent memory. A botched job caused the group to be disbanded. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Bonds: Criminal record, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 5000 cp. Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp).

Description: The light-skinned woman stands 3'2" and prefers to wear white clothing when she does not wear armor. She has no hair. Her hazel eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Merla is a sociable creature first and foremost. She loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. She can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. She tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Merla lived on a farm with her mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. Over the years she perfected her riding and shooting skills. Due to her spouse's obsession with being a Brewer they were divorced and she won custody of their daughter. She worked as a Dilettante, and she later adopted a second daughter.

Motivation: She has a rivalry with the Church that dominates her actions; and wants to raise her children well

Ideals: Extrovert, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Family, Nature, Religious. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.