Description: A pudgy man standing about 4'1" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His hazel eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Dwarves.

History: Born in the north to a Sculptor, Barendd learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. He's also a talented Miller, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Further expansion of business.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 280 gp. Blue quartz (13 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This man is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. He has dark red hair. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his gold eyes.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories he has discovered

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when goblins swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to goblins demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He wants revenge against goblins.

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 90 gp.

Description: He is a mite stocky and wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. His long brown hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. This hazel eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the north. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers; and doesn't want to be a bather and was forced into it by his family

Ideals: Fighting, Disciplined. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 9000 cp. Rose (70 gp).

Description: This younger middle-aged woman is dressed in earthy colors with a brown and tan handkerchief worn on her left side, and a wedding ring on her left hand. Her fur is gray and curly. She has amber eyes.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. 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 is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. 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 feels kind of lost in life; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Persistence, Impeccable. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: In love, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: A 4'0" northern woman, she is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. Her silver hair is singed and shortened. She has gleaming, smiling green eyes.

Personality: She is inclined to make off color jokes and interpret anything that could be construed as such as innuendo. She is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. When she was little, her rather wealthy family often ventured across the forest to a summer home near a ruined castle. She would wander through that ruined castle and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and she was stranded inside. Her family spent the next few days looking for her, and could only assume she was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the forest due to the painful memories there. Kathra took refuge in the ruined castle and found the beat up mace and armor she uses now. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Military, Poor, Nature. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 1000 cp.