Description: This petite short woman is perpetually holding a tea of some kind. She wears a grey coat over a white low-cut shirt, and a small hat upon her head, marred by teas. She has golden hair. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: She is a Animal Trainer first and foremost. She believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Helja was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 10 years.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and she wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, In love, Mentor, Military. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 130 gp. Pink pearl (90 gp).

Description: This man sports red clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amber on his left hand. His auburn hair is greasy and uncared for. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep amber.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing poetry.

History: He was raised in a desert tribe. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Mayor. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Job, Nature. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Rhymes sentences (sorry)

Possessions: 120 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: Her skin is bronze and flawless. She is wearing a long, grey cloak. She is an epitome of beauty. She wears her auburn hair up. Her blue eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food she seems plenty friendly. Her philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: She was born in the west. She dropped out of school before completing her studies. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Philantrophist, Optimist, Logical. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 40 gp.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized violet coat. He keeps his long auburn hair kept up in a rat tail. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. Only to laugh say gotcha and shoot double pistol fingers at the fooled target.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Shipwright hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To pay off his debts; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Joker. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 160 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: Standing 4'7", this woman wears a violet armored body suit, with a simple brown line shooting up and back down. Her white hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. Her eyes are green and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She is very protective of her business, her home, and her spouse. She is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. 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 she has begun working with bootleggers and crooks.

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

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Criminal record. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 40 gp. Tourmaline (160 gp). 6 Acid flasks.