Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. She has done her best to style her black hair to look like a famous performer. Her skin is flawless and her brown eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. Heather enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Heather was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. She found a children's book about a Half-Elf Fighter who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. She modeled her life after the story, seeing herself destined a hero. She has dedicated herself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: She uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 110 gp. 1 Good lock.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. His red hair is still thick. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: Born in the west to a Architect, Abad learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. 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 was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Further expansion of business.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 300 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (700 gp).

Description: This eastern man wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His clothes are grease stained in places. His cinnamon fur is heavily combed to the right. His green eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: Confrontational and typically high on some drug or another. A true patriot, Tree would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Born in the east his family was never financially stable. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Seamstress hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and revenge

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Military. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 230 gp.

Description: This eastern woman wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with tan colored cloaks and clothing. Her clothes are grease stained in places. Her brown hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: She cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with her opinion, she thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, she can get violently argumentative. She receives visions of the future at random moments

History: Born in the east her family was never financially stable. Ostracized due to the necromantic powers of her oldest sister, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Elves became a terror of the countryside. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Her religion dominates her actions; and she is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs

Ideals: Opinionated, Gifted. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Religious. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 1600 sp.

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears dull black sweaters, loose tan pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed greataxe, just in case. His blonde hair and beard is wavy and long. His eyes are amber and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. He is motivated by money and will often try and persuade people to work for cheap. He haggles over everything, upselling his goods and buying cheap. He is persistent in everything.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs.

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Religious. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 310 gp. Chalcedony (50 gp). Chrysoberyl (120 gp).