Description: She is an average looking southern female in her early mid-life. She is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. She sports a flattop hair cut. Her fair skin shows little sign of her aristocratic breeding.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. The occasional robbery is her preferred attention getting crime, but she mainly uses her means for meeting her own perverse desires.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. She worked as a nervous Blacksmith and found it very stressful. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: She is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences her actions.

Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Criminal record, Poor, Job. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 800 sp.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He is dressed in a clean tan cloak covering his clean studded leather. His hair, while still mostly auburn, has prominent grey streaks. This blue eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. Recently a tribe of gnolls attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Nim fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 20 gp. Red garnet (60 gp).

Description: A middle-aged man, he prefers to wear blue pants and tee shirts, and is pretty ugly. He has done his best to style his blonde hair to look like a famous performer. His hazel eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the east. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He has made many enemies by not giving into corruption and outing many instances of it.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Pacifist, Justice, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Nature. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 40 gp. Azurite (13 gp).

Description: The dark-skinned woman stands 2'10" and wears a white shirt with thin grey vertical stripes and violet pants. Her head has been shaved. She has gleaming, smiling gray eyes.

Personality: She is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of her strength. She works very hard to maintain that gentleness. Her philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: She grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Disciplined, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 300 sp.

Description: She is a small woman, but exceptionally fit. She is dressed in earthy colors with a yellow and white handkerchief worn on her right side. Her blonde hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a butterfly scrunchie. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep gray.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Rinn will drive conversation. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: She was born in a small island village. Over the years she perfected her riding and shooting skills. She spent several years traveling with her friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Wants to raise her children well; and to reunite with her old friends

Ideals: Athletic, Extrovert. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Nature, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 400 gp.