Description: An older man who is well dressed, constantly wearing a black suit, red shirt, and tan tie, he is not a threatening figure. He wears a wide-brimmed hat to hide his balding. He has gleaming, smiling white eyes.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family Being born in the north, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the north for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way west. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Criminal record, Family, Slave. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 190 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). 4 Antitoxin.

Description: He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He is physically well-built. His feathered hat is riddled with cuts and holes. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from him. He is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Human in existence. 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 in a small plains village. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Justice, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Nature. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 120 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp).

Description: A pudgy woman standing about 3'5" has a big stupid grin on her face most of the time. She wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). Her hair is brown and curly. Her violet eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: She loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. She has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: She comes from a rich southern family. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 13 years.

Motivation: To end her boredom; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Fearful, Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 40 gp. Chrysoberyl (110 gp).

Description: This tall, slender woman wears a tight fitting white shirt and pants. She has styled her brown hair well, parting it to the left. Her brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She considers herself a woman of culture and sophistication. She likes a good challenge to her wits. She also is a firm believer in the womanly ideal.

History: Ilga was born with her mother's beautiful face. She worked as a nervous Fisher and found it very stressful. She now owns her own business.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 7 Acid flasks.

Description: This woman wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with brown lining and desert motifs. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. She wears a top hat to hide her balding. Her eyes are likewise hazel. Her teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: She is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: She was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. She moved from fad to fad and when she turned 15 she discovered music. She has never given up on her music dream.

Motivation: She is terrified, and will act out of fear; and to find somewhere to settle down

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Shy, Fearful, Mundane. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 90 gp. Golden pearl (150 gp).