Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. She has slicked back auburn hair. Her eyes, though not visible through her cowl, are gray.

Personality: She goes out her way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one she won't accept into her heart. She is stubborn though. She always likes to keep a trick up her sleeve. She likes to fight dirty and will kick and punch below the belt if she feels she even has a chance of losing.

History: A child with a great deal of painting talent her parents made sure she got the chance to thrive. Because her father participated in the massacre of their homeland, brigands burned their ranch to the ground and forced them out. She was preparing to flee to the south, but the outbreak of war prevented her and her mother from journeying south to reunite her family. She has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture; and she feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Criminal record, Enemies. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 40 gp. Amber (140 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (15 gp). Pink pearl (140 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears a yellow vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His brown leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his yellow boots flare out at the collars. He wears a colorful flower in his brown hair. He has gleaming, smiling green eyes.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 13 years.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and he seems to be bored by most things

Flaws: Impulsive, Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Job. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: A plain young-adult woman, she wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. Her hair is greying and her face has many wrinkles. Her fierce silver eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Born in the east to a Shepherd, Verin learned a great deal about her mother's area of expertise. She dropped out of school before completing her studies. She became a Shepherd soon after.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Persistence, Logical. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: This tall, slender man dresses well, wearing black shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. His red hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He lacks moral complications. He does what he is told to by employers but not much else. He spends his money on whatever he fancies at the time.

History: He was born in a small plains village. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Dilettante.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Nature. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 200 gp. Rock crystal (80 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Amber (50 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: A thin woman, she clearly needs to put on some weight, but she still has a lot of muscle. She tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with her rolled up shirt sleeves this gives her a very relaxed look. Her chestnut hair is unkempt and raggedy. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: A grumpy gal she will invite people to lunch so she can critique them. Yet she still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. She has a cruel streak; something she gained from her previous mentor. She harbors resentment against her former mentor.

History: A powerful brothel owner made her what she is. Her parents divorced when she was young, and her mother gained full cudstody. She was regularly beaten by her mother, who blamed her for driving them apart. She now spends her time doing works of charity.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Mentor. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 300 gp. A silver and pearl hairclip (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (170 gp).