Description: He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He has a slight overbite and is overall scrawny. He has no hair. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the west. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Tieflings.

History: He was born in a small desert village. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the desert to a summer home near a old dungeon. He would wander through that old dungeon and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and he was stranded inside. His family spent the next few days looking for him, and could only assume he was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the desert due to the painful memories there. Balam took refuge in the old dungeon and found the beat up mace and armor he uses now. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the west; and tiefling compassion

Ideals: Pacifist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Nature. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 70 pp. Obsidian (12 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (500 gp). Deep green spinel (40 gp).

Description: She is an attractive woman, lean and moderately muscular. She wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. Her hair is cut close to her head. She has amber eyes.

Personality: She is a jovial happy person, but she is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. 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: She was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family Her mother was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. She used her abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Optimist, Impeccable. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Criminal record. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 1000 cp.

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she wears a large hat to cast shadows over her face and wears ponchos to better hide her body. She has wavy brown hair. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She has a good heart but also a terrible temper. She will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. She couldn't stand her childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with her mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. She now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: She feels threatened by others.

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 800 sp.

Description: She prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. She carries her fan with her everywhere and carries herself as the perfect lady, and carries halberds. Her scarlet crest is greasy and uncared for. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She is quite rude, and likes to deride her opponents skill and shout insults at them. She cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist she will grow angry at them.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. She inherited a moderately successful company from her mother. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. 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: She wants to get laid; and she's attracted to the pc

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Has a crush. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. She has a large blue mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her white robe. Her golden hair is well kept. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines brown.

Personality: She has a good heart but also a terrible temper. She will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. She has a cruel streak; something she gained from her previous mentor. She harbors resentment against her former mentor.

History: Dalaba was born the youngest of three triplets. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Gnomes in the east were limited. After a long history of fighting, Dalaba and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Regain custody of her son.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Mentor, Family. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 1000 sp. Silver comb with moonstones (500 gp). Old masterpiece painting (400 gp).