Description: An older woman who prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs, she is not a threatening figure. She has dyed her greying auburn hair a little too much giving a sharp auburn color. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: While she acts the brute, she is far gentler than she would appear. She loves her children and doesn't want them to worry about her. She loves to share her painting with anyone who is interested.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. Her first spouse was a Bowyer, they had one daughter, but her spouse won total custody. Without her spouse to temper her she grew out of control. Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Vicky fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Wants to raise her children well; and to reunite with her absent father

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Family, Religious. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 150 gp.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears brown trousers with tan and white striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts. His moppish chestnut hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His hazel eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. A true patriot, Rangrim would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Rangrim was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His first spouse was a Spy, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Dyer and was forced into it by his family.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Military, Mentor, Family. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 100 sp. 1 Chain shirt.

Description: She wears dark leathers with embroidery. She is portly but not overly obese. Her white hair is well kept. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. 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 raised by priests from a young age. 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 is untrained/undisciplined, which makes her dangerous.

Motivation: She is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and her religion dominates her actions

Ideals: Gifted, Impeccable. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 120 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp).

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. His brown fur is long and unkept. His fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Athletic, Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 90 gp. White pearl (40 gp).

Description: The light-skinned man stands 3'1" and wears white robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a hammer, but if one is not available he will default to his longsword. His long silver hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are amber.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He enjoys reading and quiet.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. Ostracized due to the psionic powers of his oldest sister, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Halflings became a terror of the countryside. After a long history of fighting, Darrow and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Logical, Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 100 gp.