Description: This tall, slender woman is dressed in a clean black cloak covering her clean studded leather. She has styled her black hair well, parting it to the right. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: Quiet and reserved she prefers to listen than to talk. She will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. Energy wise she seems alert and responsive.

History: Gifted from a young age, Lerissa studied abroad. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Half-Orc companion (her 'brother'). She spent several years traveling with her friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: She feels threatened by others; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Professionalism, Gifted. Flaws: Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 400 sp.

Description: A 5'1" eastern woman, she prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. She has moderate length black hair. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her gray eyes.

Personality: She is a jovial happy person, but she is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. She is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: Trained by her father for as long as she can remember she had it drilled in her head that it was her duty to serve her country. Her father was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. 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 is greedy; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted, Impeccable. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Military. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he is renowned for his bright grey suits and hats. His hair is white and curly. His eyes are brown and beady.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Seamstress and was forced into it by his family; and an old rival family wants him found

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful, Shy. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 300 sp.

Description: She is a pot bellied northern woman with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. She has a large green mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her tan robe. Her brass crest is knotted and matted. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food she seems plenty friendly. She is obsessed with a lost civilization.

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. She made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: She's looking for her big break; and to reunite with her old friends

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist. Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 40 pp. Amethyst (90 gp).

Description: She wears many layers of old clothing at all times, and carries bastard swords. Her hair is auburn and curly. Her eyes are amber and beady.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation she is generally quite perceptive. She notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. The war was a terrible time for her, and Ermina does not often speak of it. When she does, she does so with a strained expression and tears in her eyes.

History: Born in the west her family was never financially stable. Her spouse left her for another, whom she beat to an almost bloody pulp. She did not win them back, but she came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Recently a tribe of brigands attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Ermina fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She loathes her own lifestyle; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Depressed. Bonds: Poor, Military. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 220 gp.