Description: She appears as an extremely gaunt Halfling, and stands approximately 3'1". She is renowned for her bright red dresses and hats, and her gloved hand is found clutching a whip. Her blonde hair is heavily combed to the right. Her amber eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She likes to brag about her accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. She is obsessed with finding treasure.

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. After coming to the age of reason, Paela took it upon herself to study the necromantic arts in their entirety; because of this, she was labeled a dark omen and banished from her homeland. During her travels, Paela and her party rested in a cavern that was (unknown to them) infused with powerful dark magic. Upon awakening, Paela discovered the rest of her party dead, transformed into horrible, mindless undead versions of their former selves. Paela fled the cavern, stopping for breath at a small pool, and only then realizing her own horrible transformation.

Motivation: A deep hatred of giants; and obtaining odd cultural halfling artifacts is her passion

Ideals: Passionate, Gifted. Flaws: Addict, Disease. Bonds: Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This man is dressed in earthy colors with a brown and tan handkerchief worn on his left side. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amber on his left hand. He has a long golden beard with little hanging trinkets. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with dancing. He constantly tries to fill his life with dancing. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Priest work with an outfit from a few towns over. Priest work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has achieved small success as a Priest.

Motivation: Expand his business; and to be a barrister again

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Military, Job. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 70 gp.

Description: She wears yellow trousers with black and tan striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts. Her silver hair is braided into rings. Her blue unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: Malquis speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. She constantly seizes attention wherever she goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. She likes to think of herself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Malquis was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. Her mother was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. She has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: To protect her home; and she has decided she is irredeemable

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Mentor, Criminal record, Guardian. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: Malachite (16 gp). White pearl (140 gp). Obsidian (16 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized aquamarine on her left hand. Her blonde hair is cut short. Her brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She considers herself the perfect lady. She makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. She is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: She grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. Cursed with lycanthropy at a very young age, Arara has worked very hard to control her curse. 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: To find somewhere to settle down; and nothing but the best is good enough for her

Ideals: Impeccable, Joker. Flaws: Mundane, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 400 gp. Hematite (12 gp). Chrysoprase (50 gp).

Description: An imposing woman with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right hand, she prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. She has styled her black hair well, parting it to the right. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, she's a very lovable idiot. She loves being with her children and actually smiles when they are around. She would do anything for them. She dislikes her ex a great deal.

History: She was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for her. It may also be what makes her so good at details. Her father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: She is greedy.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 400 sp.